Vivian’s contribution of those epic solos on Holy Diver are easily worth 40% Each one was stellar!

MUCH MUCH MUCH MORE RESPECT for Craig after this interview. I bet he is just one of the coolest guys you can sit down and have a beer with.

The 80's had so many great guitar players. What a decade for guitarists.

I respect Goldy for putting his family first with his son

My respect for Craig as a guitarist has always been big but after hearing this portion of his interview my respect has grown even more, he sounds like a solid good man.

I've never met Craig, but not only is he one of the best guitarists I've heard, he consistently seems like the coolest, most normal guy. A rare soul in entertainment.

Vivian campbells work on the last in line and holy diver was absolutely blistering,some awesome tracks saved for time and generations..

Just listening to Craig one can clearly see he is a man of integrity a quality few dirtbags in the music business possess!

Maximum respect to Craig Goldy... ultimate best parent, good person, excellent guitar player and musician

I like Craig and think he is an excellent guitarist. Even if what he is saying here is true about the original Dio band, I have a feeling that Vivian was never going to get what was promised to him. It is just how it goes. They would have scrapped Viv sooner or later for someone who could do the job and take less, rather than live up to a promise to give him a bigger slice of the pie. Once you start making more money, you don't want to give away more than the bare minimum. As with Ozzy, Ronnie may have intended for his original band to be a real band, but as with Ozzy, it didn't take long to scrap that in favor of being more of a solo act with hired hands. Eh, just my opinion.

Great interview. Great insight. 52 years old here. Was fortunate as a 15 year old kid to have seen Dio lineup in 1985, 1986.

Wow Craig Goldy a really classy guy. I never knew that story of why he left the band initially and then came back. A stand up guy 🤘🤘🤘

I had no idea Craig was such a genius! Everything he says are facts.. love his parenting advice!

Craig comes across as a class act and a stand up guy. Nice interview!

Love both guitarists. Vivian's solo On Rainbow in the Dark remains one of my favorites after all these years.

Craig is a classy guy. I’ve never heard him say a bad word about anyone.

When Craig said that his son would only sleep on his chest that hit me straight in the heart because my daughter slept in my chest until she was about eight. Is my daughter I couldn't tell her no. Craig is a Class Act. He did the right thing and Ronnie saw that. That's probably why Ronnie called him back because if you're good to Ronnie, Ronnie will be good to you

Craig is an amazing guitar player. Humble and so talented. One of my favorites. A true professional.

Wow! What a great and insightful interview. Craig really seem like the most grounded, smart and humble guy ever, a genuinely good guy.

This was the BEST explanation of publishing I've ever heard! Thanks Craig!

I love Craig. He is a stand up guy. And he'll tell it like it is, without shit talking anyone. He's been very kind and generous with his time and stories. And if you're reading this Craig, hope all is well, it's been a few since we've chatted, but I really hope to have more conversations with you soon!

Craig sounds like a great guy. I think the real problem was that Ronnie just couldn’t stand up to Wendy, you have to remember how music biz works part of the pie was going to her right off the top. I really believe from what I’ve heard that Ronnie really intended to come through but was under a lot of pressure and stress and some fear that he wouldn’t get what he’d been supposed to get again. And as far as Vivian goes imagine writing one of the greatest guitar albums of the 80’s and not getting compensated for it. As a player that started in that era Vivian was and still is on of my greatest influences! I mean I love Randy, Eddie all the greats before and since but I probably actually played more in the style of Vivian and George Lynch, not as well but those are the guys I copy the most lol!

Craig is one of the most interesting guys I’ve ever heard. I could listen to him talk all day. Such a sweet guy he seems to be. It’s sad he didn’t get paid justly for all the hard work he did.

Craig seems like the coolest guy. Really a stand up dude.

Very intelligent, well-spoken man. One helluva' a musician.

Craig sounds like a really level headed guy and he seems to have had a unique perspective to watch how this business relationship worked.

I like Craig, honest guy, great guitarist. In fact his solo for "Time to Burn" is still one of my fav all time solo's. That said, he would never say anything that could remotely be considered controversial towards Ronnie. What sometimes get's lost is, regardless of how great a guy Ronnie was (and I was/am a huge fan), he gave his word to equal shares eventually. And for three albums the band toured behind Gold and Platinum albums, packed arenas and financially were making very little. Obviously Ronnie was bearing the brunt of the financial responsibility of the band, but he was also reaping the financial rewards. Simply put, don't give your word for something if you can't deliver. Yes it was Ronnie's prerogative to change his mind after all it was his record deal but also Vivian's choice to call him on it when his word had been given. As far as Bain and Appice staying, where were they going to go? Bain had already had his shot with Wild Horses. Appice's spot was already filled in Sabbath. Bottom line is the guys stayed because they had a steady paycheck. Maybe not big bucks but a bird in hand is better than two in the bush. And in fact Vivian essentially disappeared for a bit until he resurfaced with Whitesnake so regardless of whether he came from wealth, he certainly took a huge risk by getting himself fired for speaking out. The worst part of all of it was the bickering between the two in the years after. Gladly Vivian has been able to set the record straight and pay homage to his Dio roots and I'm sure had Ronnie lived he would have made amends with Vivian as well.

what a brilliant interview. Craig rules.

I met Craig one day at a gig for Wounded Warriers. He was so nice and actually complemented me on my guitar playing! Compared to Craig, I'm not much but he was so gracious! Love that guy!

if they were "hired hands" thats one thing....but Viv wasnt. he was a member of Dio...3 albums to "maybe" make some money...it excessive as hell imo

The stuff Craig goes into here about songwriting, writing melodies & the creative process involved is incredible. I have never heard anyone express it better. Well worth hearing repeatedly…

I saw Goldy with Dio. He's an absolute beast.

Craig is indeed a class guy. I have first hand experience with him treating my father absolutely wonderfully after a show.

Craig is so matter of fact. I've talked with him at NAMM really comes off as a truly decent guy👍🏼🍻🇺🇸

*Craig is super nice and kinda humble. If you reply to his posts on KZfaq he usually responds very kindly. Plus, he's a great guitarist!*

Man I love listening to Craig. Great guitar player and speaks very well.

My guitar hero! Thomas Goldy!

Graig Goldy is such a great person, I sure learned a lot about songwriting on this one too. Thanks!!

Wow. This was really informative on what publishing is and how the money earned from publishing is distributed..

Craig is by far the most credible guy to come from the era.. It's really awesome that he takes the time to go in depth with information. So much respect for Craig.

One of the few good guys Ive ever heard of in the music business....Craig never talks shit And he plays the hell out of his guitar !

This is very insightful, I wasn't aware of the contributions of Craig Goldy until now & much respect to Craig's truthfulness & what he had to sacrifice.

Really interesting interview and what a stand up guy with his family! Imagine doing an 8 hour day and then working in dio.

I saw Craig play with Dio on the Dream evil tour, Toronto, early '88. He is an excellent guitarist, definitely a favorite of mine. This is a really good interview, I definitely want to hear more!

How cool would it be to sit down with a guy like Craig Goldy over a beer or two and listen to some of his stories. He's seen everything a rockstar could see. He's met every rockstar worth meeting. Im a huge history fan and storied like this are glimpses into the history and inner workings of the rock and metal scene, stuff i find fascinating. I could listen to these rock stories all day. What an awesome guy Goldy is.

Craig Goldie has me searching all the time for those 80's BC Rich Warlocks.

This is a great interview. Very insightful.

These interviews are gold sauce

This is awesome and very informative interview. Thank you!!

AWESOME INTERVIEW AND CRAIG REALLY LAID IT OUT GOOD FOR US !!!

Wow. I knew nothing of Craig Goldy before this. He is a VERY impressive person.

Sounds like a VERY STAND UP GUY. RESPECT - CRAIG!

Very impressed with Craig after this interview. 👏

This is a phenomenal interview. I gotta say after listening to this interview, it really gave me a new appreciation for Craig. He comes off as very down to earth guy and he gave a very fresh new point of view on the Vivian vs Ronnie feud. Thanks for posting

Yes Craig, please keep me updated on that project. Really looking forward to the eventual release!

Fantastic interview! Wow!!

Great interview

Great interview. I'm listening again, to hear him talk of fatherhood and the 4 Fs. Never heard that before, it's giving me a new perspective. Thanks

Excellent Interview !!!

Great channel , we get tons of info and details. Cheers ! 💥

Tremendous interview.

Craig, I think your Dream Child album is awesome. Your guitar is more prominent and the vocalist is very Dio like!

I can't imagine " Don't Talk to Strangers " without Vivs guitar.

Craig sounds like a good dude. Thanks for another great interview. Really like your channel. Always good stuff. 👍

Love your contribution to the music world Craig. Thanks for creating some of Dio's best music. Love your playing then and to this day. Thank you!

Great interview!

I was disappointed when Ronnie let Viv walk...though Criag did a stand up job with Dio, Viv was the original and brought the unique chemistry to that lineup at the time...what a shame

very interesting interview great job

Graig hits the nail 💥👏

I met Vivian Campbell when he had a guitar clinic when he was with Whitesnake total a hole

Cool guy. Saw him in Rough Cutt before seeing him again on Dio's Sacred Heart 2nd US tour leg. Had to see that Dragon show twice haha. Ironically, the first was with Jeff Young & Megadeth opening whom you had on yesterday's KZfaq clip for your upcoming full interview with Jeff Young. Your content is taking me on a journey through my Jr&Sr High School days. Thank you!

I never listened to the albums he was on but this guy has alot of wisdom to share.

Possibly the most articulate hard rock artist I’ve heard speak

Craig has his math down to the tee when it comes to business and publishing.

Craig is just a good human being. Period.

What a level-headed, intelligent and sincere guy he is. Dream Evil was one of Dio’s best and Craig was a huge part of it. The mix and overall production on that album is atrocious, but his playing still shined through, very unique and second only to Viv. Craig is also an excellent live performer and seems like a great guy. Awesome interview!

Great guy, great guitarist. Awsome to hear this perspective

Dang Bloomdaddy. Never heard Craig speak before but he really sounds like he got a heart of gold. Great interview.

I love Viv,always been a big influence to me,he's just incredible. It's a shame how things turned out. Craig is cool too,what a down to earth and humble dude,also incredible on guitar,how do they do it.

Wow! Thank you all for such kind words! I don't expect everyone to like me or agree with me....but I am surprised by all the nice comments! I want to take a day and get back to each of you personally! Those who still think Viv got a bad deal.....I leave you with this: 1) All the band members say that they all felt the same way as Viv.....so why did they NOT all form a united front and leave it all to Viv at that point? The ONLY united front those 3 guys did was when they met with me to ask me to give them some of my money that I made with what I wrote. 2) I was in the same room when the promise was made. What is missing is the rest of what the actual promise was actually predicated upon. It was NOT just by the 3rd album. Because that leaves Ronnie open to less input from them and more pay to them for less. So, to counter balance this....the rest of the guys had to become stars in their own right by the record company standards....not just the fans. If that were the case....Vinny and Jimmy were already there on day one. It was standard practice back in those days that the record company would have a solo project clause for each band member. All they had to do was to meet with the record company and act upon that contract clause......which they all did NOT Had they gotten a solo deal on the side as they very well should've which would've put Ronnie in a place where the rest of the guys no longer needed him. THIS would've put it back on Ronnie. But there was no united front, just Viv, and no solo deals on the side which was the whole promise. If you think about it..... 3) Why did the other guys leave Viv hanging out to dry? THAT'S the real question here!! Thanks everyone!! When I circled back to this and read the comments....I was blown away by so many positive comments and replies! For me it's kind of an early Christmas present! Thank you! I'll be getting back to you all personally!! Until then....Happy Holidays or Merry Christmas which ever applies. And here's to hoping 2023 is kind to us all!

A great interview on so many levels. Craig KNOWS Publishing..and He knows Songwriting...2 distictly different things..and he is so effective at explaining how it works and why the musicans may feel as they do. He should be a professor somewhere explaing the ACTUAL business to people instead of the mythical crap that some people believe. Thank you for this insightful interview.

Some one on here made the comment that Vivian Campbell's contributions on Holy Diver was worth 40% for publishing royalties is exactly right right on that .Vivian wrote 90% of that music himself and his extraordinary talents on his guitar made the Album wat it was ! A absolute Heavy Metal Masterpiece .it made Dio's sound and brought Ronnie up to Super Rockstar status .and in my opinion in 1982 and 1983 there were 3 guitarist that stood out above and the rest at that particular time .Eddie Van Halen .Randy Rhoads .and Vivian Campbell . that was just the way it was .a few years later you had George Lynch and Warren DMartini and countless other that made their mark and shined really bright but in 82-83 there were only 3 that actually changed Rock and Heavy Metal through their song writing and guitar playing on studio albums .The first 2 Eddie played on .Randy's two and Vivian's first two (but:definitely Holy Diver) those 5 Albums are arguably the greatest Heavy Metal Guitar Records of all time . And top 3 all time .Van Halen .1 Ozzy .Diary Of A Madman .Dio .Holy Diver .I think there's no debating this .all 3 Complete Masterpieces and changed the course of how Rock and Metal would be defined for the rest of the decade and eternity

Damn this guy seems so genuine and smart

Before you get too deep in music, understand, that whoever gets the money in their hand first,is gonna keep as much as they can, either outright or skimming. This leaves the actual musicians at the bottom with the founder/leader at the top of that pyramid.

listening to Craig my gosh!! he is super smart explaining the business of royalties and advertising, he can be a successful music producer.

Wow, very eye opening.

Very intelligent review of songwriting.

Craig is a great guitarist and an awesome person! Vivian and Craig were the best Dio guitarist!🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽

I gained a whole lot of respect for Craig during this interview. Not that I didn't has respect for his musicanship, but I didn't know much about him on a personal level. This guy is a good man for staying & doing the right thing for his child, even to the point of losing money by not touring, and staying home to raise his child based on his principles. That is the quaintly of a REAL man.

EVERY TIME I WATCH THIS IT REMINDS ME JUST HOW AWESOME OF A GUY THAT CRAIG IS !!!

I think Craig realized he had to sacrifice himself to be able to get the exposure of playing for such a huge idol, but in the end this confirms that Dio and Wendy were f*cking everyone up and Vivian was the only one to speak up, I mean he made 3 records with Dio, how much sh*t did he have to take? This is so painful to me as a fan because I love Ozzy and Dio's music to the core but to see that even Dio was getting into these dodgy management despicable business practices truly breaks my heart.

Love these stories about how things were during their heydey.

Yes it does I absolutely loved that album

I got to meet Craig when I was working with Jeff Fenholt. He was great to me. I wish that band worked out.

Excellent look at the motivations behind the business arrangements.

Dream Evil kicks ass

you got morals Craig, good on you.

Craig seems like a real solid guy. Great interviews.

Interesting stuff.

That was really good.