Jon Wiederhorn

We take a look back at the life and death of metal legend Ronnie James Dio.

Then we wound up with two amazing thrash bands.

The legendary third album and major label debut from Metallica.

Re-spect!

On Jan. 17, 2001, bassist Jason Newsted revealed the news that he was exiting Metallica.

Some say this is Priest's best album.

'The Rev' passed away at the age of 28.

On Dec. 8, 2004, Dimebag Darrell's life ended when he was shot by a gunman onstage during a Damageplan show in Columbus, Ohio.

On Nov. 13, 2001, Rob Zombie followed up his debut record with the venerable 'The Sinister Urge.'

On Sept. 27, 1986, Metallica's Cliff Burton was killed in a bus crash.

On Sept. 17, 1991, Ozzy Osbourne reached a career turning point with his solo disc 'No More Tears.'

A true metal classic.