"If you've been wondering what Ronnie is up to, wonder, no longer: After taking some well-deserved time off after last year's monster Heaven And Hell world tour, Ronnie will be heading off to the UK in March to begin writing the new Heaven and Hell record with the guys. Tony Iommi (guitar) will then travel to LA to reunite with Ronnie, Geezer (Butler - bass) and Vinny (Appice - drums) to continue working on the record during April and May. Then, Ronnie will take a break during the summer to play a few special up close and personal dates for the Dio fans. The dates are now coming together, so check the tour section for the latest info on concerts."

Upcoming Dio itinerary:

* 5/27 - Birmingham, UK – Academy (with GIRLSCHOOL)
* 5/28 - London, UK - Astoria (with Girlschool)
* 5/30 - Oslo, Norway - Sentrum Scene
* 5/31 - Karmoy, Norway - Kopervik Festival
* 6/2 - Malmö, Sweden - KB Halle
* 6/3 - Stockholm, Sweden – Debaser
* 6/4 - Gothenburg, Sweden – Tradgarn
* 6/6 - Oulu, Finland - Teatria
* 6/7 - Lahti, Finland - Water & Rock Festival