Take a look at the amazing Gabriela Gunčíková from Ken Tamplin’s teaching how to sing like Ronnie James Dio
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Known for his powerful voice, his wide range, and his dynamic emotional expression, Ronnie was a key factor in the Heavy Classic Rock movement of the seventies. Few vocalists dare to attempt his music, because no one will ever replace Ronnie.
On November 25, 2009, Wendy announced that Dio had been diagnosed with stomach cancer and was being treated at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, but that he would be back on stage when recovered.
On May 4, 2010, Heaven & Hell announced they were canceling all summer dates as a result of Dio’s ill health. His last live performance was with Heaven & Hell on August 29, 2009, in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
A statement made by Dio’s wife had stated that Dio had died at 7:45 am (CDT) on May 16, 2010, of metastasized stomach cancer, according to official sources.
A public memorial service was held on May 30, 2010 at The Hall of Liberty, Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles. The hall was filled to capacity, with many more fans sitting outside the hall watching the memorial on multiple giant screens on both the east and south sides of the hall.
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