Just a reminder that MEGADETH will guest on the US nationally syndicated radio show Rockline, with host Bob Coburn, today (Monday, May 24th) at 8:30 PM (PT) / 11:30 PM (ET). Fans are encouraged to speak with the band by calling 1-800-344-ROCK (7625). For a station near you and for information regarding how to log onto the internet for the broadcast go to RocklineRadio.com.

As previously reported, Megadeth bassist David Ellefson and drummer Shawn Drover were featured guests on Montreal-based CHOM-FM's The Metal File on May 17th. The show was broadcasting a tribute to the legendary Ronnie James Dio, who passed away on the morning of Sunday, May 16 at the age of 67 following a battle with stomach cancer. Both Ellefson and DRover called in to the show to pay respect and tell their stories of times with Ronnie.

The show (1 hour, 23-minutes) is available for download here. Ellefson appears from 34:00 - 37:00, Drover from 54:00 - 58:00.

Both have posted separate tributes to Ronnie James Dio online:

Ellefson: "He was truly one of the 'good guys' in this business and a consummate pro, someone we can all take a cue and learn from. We are all fans of his and he did many great things for Megadeth and its members, starting starting as far back as his Dream Evil North American tour in which we were the support band during the So Far, So Good...So What tour. I'm very thankful to have gotten to know and tour with him in both Megadeth and with Tim "Ripper" Owens. Wendy Dio looked after Ripper's European tour where we played several shows with HEAVEN & HELL and we got to have many good moments with Ronnie during that tour. He is missed by us all. Our prayers go out to him and his family at this time. Long Live Ronnie James Dio."

Drover: "I am at an absolute loss right now upon hearing that Ronnie has passed away. I had the pleasure of touring both Canada and America in 2007 when Megadeth toured with Heaven & Hell (Black Sabbath in my eyes) and I swear to you he is one of the nicest human beings I have ever met, period. Many a night on that tour, Glen and myself would have amazing conversation's with Ronnie about his career, etc. fully knowing he had probably told these stories 10,000 times to people and yet he answered every question I had with a big smile. I can recall so many times making eye contact with Glen (Drover - brother/former Megadeth/KING DIAMOND guitarist) sharing the exact same thought - 'Dude, I can't believe we are hanging with RONNIE JAMES DIO!!!!!' If you are lucky enough in your lifetime to actually meet one of your idols (let alone tour with them) and they turn out to be even nicer than you could have envisioned, that is something you would truly treasure. Lucky for me, I will cherish those memories forever."