DIO – THE DIO EP 12″ + FAMILY TREE – EXC+ UK 1986 ROCK METAL SABBATH RAINBOW

Dio – The Dio EP
(Vertigo Records  1986  DIO712)
Matrix No’s: A1/B2 – UK Pressing

Vinyl in Excellent+ condition
(there are some surface marks visible on the vinyl which do give light pops/crackles but sound quality is excellent overall)

Sleeve in Excellent condition
– some wear to edges – Hype sticker on front
Family Tree in Nr MINT condition

Ronald James Padavona (July 10, 1942 – May 16, 2010), known professionally as Ronnie James Dio, was an American heavy metal singer. He fronted numerous bands throughout his career, including Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Dio and Heaven & Hell.

Dio was an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio. Dio left Black Sabbath with intentions to form a new band with fellow former Black Sabbath member, drummer Vinny Appice. The band released ten studio albums and had numerous lineup changes over the years, with Dio himself being the only constant member. Guitarists included Vivian Campbell, Craig Goldy, Doug Aldrich, Warren DeMartini, Tracy G, Jake E. Lee and Rowan Robertson.

The band dissolved in 2010 when Ronnie James Dio died of stomach cancer at the age of 67. R. J. Dio has sold over 50 million records worldwide.

“The Dio EP” is a 12″ EP by American heavy metal band Dio, led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio. It was released on Vertigo Records in 1986.