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Tracy G on Ronnie James Dio Band Gig
Tracy G got Ronnie James Dio's band gig after auditioning in 1993.
In brief
Tracy G got Ronnie James Dio's band gig after auditioning in 1993. Tracy G joined Ronnie James Dio's band in 1993, playing for six years before being moved to rhythm duties in 1999. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Tracy G's early guitar journey
Tracy G started guitar lessons at age seven with his father.
Left-handed guitar challenge
Tracy G had small hands and was left-handed, teaching as right-handed.
First Black Sabbath album
Tracy G discovered heavy metal after hearing Black Sabbath's first album.
1993 band audition
Tracy G auditioned for Ronnie James Dio's band in 1993 after Vinny Appice and Jimmy Bain recommended him.
Dio band sessions
Tracy G recorded two albums with Dio: Strange Highways in six weeks and Angry Machines in eight weeks.
1999 role change
Tracy G was moved from lead to rhythm guitar in 1999 after Dio reinstated Craig Goldy.
Tracy G's response
Tracy G said it wasn't insulting to be moved and knew Ronnie was doing what the record company wanted.
The key point
Tracy G joined Ronnie James Dio's band in 1993, playing for six years before being moved to rhythm duties in 1999.
