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Ritchie Blackmore started Rainbow as a solo experiment, but it exploded into metal history thanks to Ronnie James Dio’s fiery vocals and sci-fi lyrics. Dio, a multi-instrumentalist with a stage presence that treated fans like friends, brought raw energy to the debut—but it was the second album that truly defined Rainbow’s legacy. When Blackmore pivoted toward pop-rock, Dio walked away, refusing to compromise his vision, leaving behind a band that reshaped heavy metal forever.

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