SLIPKNOT's COREY TAYLOR: DIO Was One Of The Strongest And Most Consistent Singers Of All Time - May 17, 2010
Corey Taylor of SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR released a statement to Billboard.com regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW). He called Dio "one of the strongest, purist and consistent singers of all time. Ronnie sang like he lived — all out, from the heart, with so much honesty and joy. He was a great man with a smile and a handshake for fans and peers alike. He spoke his mind and stood his ground for decades. I will miss him dearly."
Video footage of Corey Taylor and Ronnie James Dio being interviewed by Jose Mangin of Revolver TV at the Revolver Golden Gods Awards on April 8, 2010 at Club Nokia in Los Angeles can be viewed below.
Corey Taylor + Ronnie James Dio
backstage at Golden Gods