Metalsucks — When you tune into the premiere broadcast of The Second Annual Revolver Golden Gods Awards tomorrow night on VH1 classic, you’ll see the final public appearance of our beloved Ronnie James Dio. You’ll also see Jerry Cantrell and Mike Inez of Alic... more info

Metal Injection — In the wake of Dio's passing, we've seen an outpouring of tributes from metal bands far and wide, we've seen an idiot post some terribly unfunny jokes at Dio's expense, but it wouldn't be a party unless the Baptist church got... more info

Metalsucks — God hates fags, Dio, and a decent fashion sense. We’ve been flooded with e-mails this morning from fans who have been outraged to learn that the Westboro Baptist Church plans to picket Dio’s public memorial service on May 30. And while protesting... more info

Pop Candy — Happy, happy Friday! I congratulate all of you on surviving the week. Last night I watched a little comedy, including the Parks and Recreation ... more info

ContactMusic — Fans of heavy metal legend RONNIE JAMES DIO will get their chance to say goodbye at a public memorial in Los Angeles on 30 May (10).Tributes have flooded in since Dio... more info

The Quietus — Joel McIver remembers the late Black Sabbath, Dio, Rainbow, Heaven & Hell and Elf frontman more info

Buffalo News, New York — In August 2008, Ronnie James Dio prowled the stage at the Erie County Fairgrounds like some diminutive Italian jungle cat, if one can imagine such a creature. Fronting Heaven & Hell -- Black Sabbath minus Ozzy Osbourne in everything but name -- the 6... more info

Gigwise — They release vile statement... more info

411 Mania — Taking place May 30... more info

411 Mania — This week the music world lost one of its greatest lyricists and voices. We look at the career of the man, the essential music that made him a legend, and most importantly why he will continue to be that legend. more info