I was watching Big Brother last night when I had the strongest desire to listen to "Holy Diver" during one of the commercials. Since I have a laptop permanently attached to my body, I simply clicked over to YouTube and had a listen. After I listened to Ronnie James Dio, my husband wanted to hear the same song by Killswitch Engage. I will admit their cover is pretty darn close to the original. Of course, the video is a blatant ripoff, but I like it all the same. Can you beat Ronnie James Dio? I'm not certain. Have a listen:

Here's Killswitch Engage's attempt. I have to admit hearing this song live was a highpoint of the band's set at Rock on the Range.

So, which do you prefer? The original - which is bona fide Metal classic - or the remake, which has its own special quality? Of course, I'll never understand's Dio's obsession with dragons...