Ronnie James Dio Discography __top__

Widely considered one of the greatest metal albums of all time. Includes the epic "Stargazer."

Elf was a blues-rock outfit that eventually became the first "real" bridge to Dio's metal stardom. The band was famously "discovered" by members of Deep Purple. Gritty, piano-driven rock. ronnie james dio discography

Dio's tenure with Deep Purple resulted in some of the band's most critically acclaimed work, including: Widely considered one of the greatest metal albums

Features the classic "Man on the Silver Mountain." Gritty, piano-driven rock

Before the horns and the dragons, Dio was a crooner. He started in rockabilly and doo-wop groups, often playing bass as well as singing.

This is where the metal starts to coagulate. Dio formed with future Rainbow members. Their sound was a boogie-woogie, bluesy hard rock.

His most famous vehicle, continuing the fantasy/metal style.