When the time came to design a cover for Dio's eponymous 1983 solo debut, the singer knew he wanted to use an illustration rather than photo-based artwork. "I've always preferred illustrations," he says.

Holy Diver is the debut studio album by the American heavy metal band Dio, released in 1983. The album was acclaimed by the music press and is the band's most successful album. Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the heavy metal genre. [3] .

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Dio's first studio album, Holy Diver, from 1983, was the first to feature Murray on its cover. Murray appears to be a demon torturing a cleric, but Ronnie James Dio said that it is not necessarily clear which one is the monster and which one is the priest.

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Holy Diver celebrates the music of the legendary Ronnie James Dio through three eras of his career. Skillfully recreating the classic Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and Dio material and joyfully sharing them with fellow fans, the group serves as a testimony to the staying power of Ronnie and his magical contribution to life’s soundtrack.

May 25, 2022 · Along the way, there’s a resourceful three-way instrumental trade-off, and overall, it does what all great covers should: stay true to the original amidst adding loads of individual flair. With a...

Dec 17, 2020 · Metalheads have debated the true meaning of Dio's controversial Holy Diver album cover, but Z2 Comics will finally offer an official backstory.

May 16, 2019 · With a resume of bands like Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, as well as his namesake band, Dio has made a mark on music history that few will surpass. Although we’ve sadly lost his presence here on earth, his music still lives on. Check out a few killer cover versions from our younger generation.