Ozzy, Dio, and Ratt

[TruckDriver]

Ronnie James Dio (67) -is being treated For Cancer in Texas. 

Dio has been going to M.D. Anderson since late last year when he was diagnosed with stomach cancer. "I've been poked and prodded in holes I never had before," Dio said. Dio is soft-spoken and relaxed during treatment, it's a different persona then most people are used to seeing. He's been the front-man for groups like BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW and currently he's the lead vocalist for DIO. He made the "devil's horn" hand gesture part of the heavy metal culture. Those hands now get support from wife Wendy, nurses and doctors. Dio first noticed symptoms after Halloween. He felt chest-pain and indigestion that eventually led to the cancer diagnosis. Dio now comes to Houston every two weeks for treatment.

Ozzy Osbourne to Release New Album Scream June 15.

Ozzy OSBOURNE will release SCREAM—his first album in almost three years and 10th studio album overall—June 15 via Epic Records. Produced by Ozzy and Kevin Churko, both of whom did the same honors for Ozzy's 2007 worldwide million-seller Black Rain, the album will feature the first single "Let Me Hear You Scream." The multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer recorded most of SCREAM at his Los Angeles home studio, The Bunker, and co-wrote all the songs, primarily with Churko. Notably, the album marks the first appearance of Ozzy's new guitar player, Gus G. Ozzy's band also features bassist Blasko, drummer Tommy Clufetos and keyboardist Adam Wakeman. In addition to "Let Me Hear You Scream," the album's confirmed tracks are: "Diggin Me Down," "Let It Die," "Soul Sucker," "Fearless," "I Want It All," "Time," "Crucify" and "I Love You All."
Ozzy will also embark on an 18-month world tour (dates TBA) in support of SCREAM, with news about OZZFEST to emerge next week.

Ratt has a new album coming out on the 22nd, first album in 10 years.

I heard 2 songs off of it, and they are very good.
http://www.therattpack.com/board_posts/infestation

[devilgear]

Dio was at the Mayo in MN for treatment...Hmm wonder if he now goes to Housten too?

[HITMAN 149]

DIO was the first concert i ever went to.. my day took me... oct/nov 1985....

[moparstuart]

DIO was the first concert i ever went to.. my day took me... oct/nov 1985....

did twisted sister open for hit ??  I went to that concert 

[451-74Charger]

I saw Dio and Keel in the early 80's - first Concert I ever went to, Birmingham NEC (UK)

[HITMAN 149]

hey stuart...
nooooo i don't remember who it was but not TS... that would abeen awesome!!!
it was at the meadowlands in NJ

[jb666]

I saw Dio in the 80's too.. Great show and what a voice coming out of that little guy!! 

[HITMAN 149]

yea and at his age he's still got a great voice & rockin out!!!   

[mikepmcs]

Ozzy is my God

[jb666]

You know who looks rough but still has a KILLER live voice?? Don Dokken... He was performing 2 weeks ago and MY GOD he sounded incredible... I missed George Lynch , but Dokken's still got it!!!

Ozzy is my God

I know what you mean man.. you're talking to a guy with Axl Rose & GNR tats