Vinny Appice: From John Lennon to Black Sabbath

What does it take to become the backbone of Black Sabbath and Dio? For Vinny Appice, it started with a drum set in the living room and a life-changing call from John Lennon. In this deep dive, Vinny takes us inside his "man cave" studio to discuss his legendary career and the gear that fuels his sound.

From the high school hallway to the stage of the New York Hilton with a Beatle, Vinny shares the pivotal moments that defined his journey. He also opens up about his professional philosophy on never burning bridges and how he continues to honor the legacy of Ronnie James Dio with Last in Line.