This is the debut album by American heavy metal band Dio, released in 1983. Vocalist Ronnie James Dio had just finished his first tenure in Black Sabbath, whose drummer Vinny Appice he took with him to put together his own band
This original cover offended churches because it looks as if the monster on the album was killing a Roman Catholic priest.
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Album Description & Collectors information: This album "DIO - Holy Diver (DE)" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos
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Music Genre: |
Heavy Metal |
Album Production information: The album: "DIO - Holy Diver (DE)" was produced by: Ronnie James Dio This album was recorded at: Sound City Studios , Van Nuys, California , 1983 Angelo Arcuri - Producer, Sound Engineer George Marino (1947-2012) - Mastering Engineer George Marino (1947-2012) Senior Mastering Engineer at Sterling Sound N.Y.C., he was probable the most experienced sound mastering engineer in the world and has mastered hundreds of discs in all music genres. Jump to a list that covers the Heavy Metal albums he has mastered during the 1980s Gene Kirkland - Photography Jerry McManus - Art Direction Mark (Weiss Guy) Weiss - Photography Randy Barrett - Artwork Rick Brackett - Photography Sharon Weisz - Photography Simon Levy - Art Direction Gene Hunter - Original Art Rendering Ray Leonard - Sound Engineer Wendy Dio - Cover Concept |
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Record Label Information: |
Mercury 811 021-1 |
Media Format: |
12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country: |
1983 Made in Germany |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: DIO - Holy Diver (DE) |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "DIO - Holy Diver (DE)" |
The detailed tracklist of this record "DIO - Holy Diver (DE)" is:
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High Quality Photo of Album Front Cover "DIO - Holy Diver (DE)" |
High Resolution Photo Album Back Cover
High Resolution Photo of the Original Custom Inner Sleeve (OIS) #1
High Resolution Photo of the Original Custom Inner Sleeve (OIS) #2
High Resolution Photo of the LP Side One
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DIO was a heavy metal band that emerged in the 1980s as a result of Ronnie James Dio, who had previously been a member of the legendary bands Rainbow and Black Sabbath. Dio's eponymous band quickly gained a reputation for their distinctive sound and powerful live performances, becoming one of the most iconic bands of the era.
The band's signature sound was characterized by powerful, driving guitar riffs, thundering bass lines, and Dio's distinctive vocals. Dio's soaring, operatic voice was a major part of the band's appeal, and helped to set them apart from other heavy metal bands of the time.
The band's debut album, Holy Diver, was released in 1983 and was an instant classic. The album featured some of the band's most well-known songs, including the title track "Holy Diver," as well as "Rainbow in the Dark" and "Stand Up and Shout." The album was a critical and commercial success, and helped to establish Dio as one of the leading figures in heavy metal.
Over the course of their career, Dio released ten studio albums, each showcasing the band's distinctive sound and musicianship. Some of the band's other notable albums include The Last in Line (1984), Sacred Heart (1985), and Dream Evil (1987).
Despite numerous lineup changes over the years, Dio remained a consistent force in heavy metal music throughout the 1980s and into the 1990s. The band's live performances were particularly legendary, and Dio's stage presence and charismatic persona helped to make him a beloved figure among heavy metal fans.
Tragically, Dio passed away in 2010, bringing an end to his remarkable career. However, his legacy lives on through the music of DIO, which continues to be celebrated by fans around the world.