Home & Grave of DIMEBAG DARRELL & VINNIE PAUL Pantera w/ VIDEO BOB 

This is Videobob. I would like to clarify that I never worked for the band Pantera or Damageplan. I started working for Vinnie when he started his record label with Fontana / Universal in 2006. Where as I did get some credits and awards for some video that was included on various tapes, the credit for the Pantera home videos and things goes to Darrel Arnburger AKA "Bobby Tongs" who was Dime's close friend and video guy. I am often confused with him. He's a great guy and deserves his credit. I am proud of the work I got to do on Rebel Meets Rebel, Dimevision, the Dimebag Book, Hellyeah music videos and DVDs and other projects. The only things I got to work with Dime on was the Drowning Pool tribute DVD "Sinema" when I interviewed him at his house. I did get to attend parties with him, at his house and Vinnie's house, but I didn't get to know him closely before he was killed. My personal relationship with was Vinnie. Thank you for all the kind comments.

I dated Vincent Paul on and off the road for 8 years...up until a few months before the shooting. I was there while Pantera fell apart. I don't remember Video Bob being around during the years I was...i always thought he came around after Dime passed. Vin only drank Skyy vodka because he thought it was healthier than Crown which was his favorite. He had a pool in the shape of a crown bottle at his Dallas house, which is torn down now. I miss Vincent Paul...he was an amazing soul.

I talked to Vinnie 10 days before he passed at the local Arlington, TX Home Depot. Picture to prove, He was like talking to a friend or neighbor. He had a Van Halen logo necklace on that day. We talked about the early days of Pantera at Joe's Garage and Savvy's. He had that hilltop house (now gone) just a couple of miles from mine. He was so cool. Shook my hand and said, right on, brother!

Thank you everyone for the positive comments! Vinnie would always close his letters with "Big Love!"

Darrell and Vinny's dad, Jerry Abbott is a long time friend of mine. Jerry worked at Pantego Recording Studio where I did a lot of session work. Every time I worked there, the boys were there hanging out with their dad. Loved those guys....

I texted with Rita for hours after all this and I think we have everything worked out about some of the misunderstandings. In the end, I simply agreed that in the future, I should always preface my comments by asserting that I did not work with Pantera and that I was not close with Dimebag Darrell, which I felt was already known, but she felt that I would leave a gap open for presumptions, which is why these news sites will associate me with them. My relationship was with Vinnie Paul and his projects from 2006 and beyond. I did have some experiences with Dimebag going back to 1988 but we were never "friends" in the traditional sense but we did know each other, had each other's phone numbers and had worked on professional projects together and I had been to his home, but that doesn't mean I can speak for him or claim to know him. My assumptions of his opinions were based and formed by what his brother told me about him and what I had seen on his home videos, interviews and performances. I am not a representative for Vinnie Paul's estate and nothing to do with him or any of the people who now represent him. My relationship and responsibilities died with him. In the future, I will refrain from doing any sort of "interview" but I can't help what other people say and do. I feel like Rita and I left this on a positive or at least neutral note and we got it worked out. The best thing to do is let the dust on it settle and not hassle her about it. She has been through a lot of trauma over the years and doesn't need to be hassled.

I was a teenager during the 90's. The internet hadn't taken over the world yet and live music was everything. I was able to see almost all of my favorite bands by the time that I was 18. The two that I missed were Pantera and Nirvana. I'm almost 45 now and have 3 kids. When I need a break from my responsibilities Pantera is always there. Darrell and Vinnie have never let me down. RIP brothers.

I was fortunate enough to see Pantera 18 times from 1993 on. I met the brothers in 2000 before Ozzfest and they were truly the nicest guys you could ever hope to meet… Dimebag was one of a kind. I have 2 giant tattoos on my back of Randy Rhoads & Dimebag facing each other with the almighty Black Sabbath underneath!

It can't be a reunion ever.... without Lords DIME and Vinnie Paul 🤘🏿😞!

What a terrific vlog. It was very generous of Video Bob to share his memories with us. Many Thanks Jordan this was tremendous.

Stopped in Arlington one night as my wife and I was on our way to Alabama, Where I'm originally from. I live in west Texas now but I regress, It was a little after midnight, and it had been raining a little. I was surprised that my wife agreed to it so here we went. Got there and rode through what we could till we finally just got out and walked. We walked around the cemetery looking for their graves. till finally, we found it. It was so peaceful hanging out there and was so surprised that no one bothered us. Awesome video, Thank you for doing this for Vinnie and Dime. May they rock on eternally in peace!

Back in June 14th 1995 (the day Rory Gallagher died) I was living in Chicago and I was at the Washburn guitar factory applying for a job. In walks Dime; reeking of Marijuana; and greeted me and wished me luck. Nicest guy ever.

I saw Pantera a handful of times in the early to mid-1990s. Their stage presence was amazing and they sounded equally as good as their studio albums if not better. They did not disappoint live! RIP Dimebag & Vinnie.Thanks for making this video, Jordan.

Rita, what did you achieve yourself, beside date some one famous ? Videobob is a solid guy, you can see how much he fills for this band and these guys! Videobob, don’t listen to the haters!

I'd be lying if I said I knew who Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul were, but that's the beauty of your channel. I love learning about various people and then going and listening to their music (like Jim Croce for example). Your videos with folk like Video Bob are just like conversations and not interviews or the like and I feel like I'm just standing along with ye. Thanks for the variety and the education from your videos Jordan.

Rip the Abbots. My heaven’s band Dio on vocals Jeff Hanneman Dimebag Darrail on guitar Lemmy on Bass And Vinnie Paul on drums.

I had the pleasure of meeting Vinnie and he really was just a super nice guy and I can't believe that they are both gone, rip.

Thank you Bob for sharing your stories of Vinnie and Darrell. May they rest in peace.

My mom went to see Pantera during the Real Steel Tour, Tsongas Arena in Lowell in 2001. She had heard of them but hadn’t really heard any of their music. She said she was just bored and wanted to see a rock show. She was blown away and said she had no idea what she was getting into, and she knew immediately she was in the presence of rock greatness, that they were giants on stage.

Fitting tribute. This guy's honesty is endearing. He didn't gloss over their wildness. Vinnie Paul was lucky to have Video Bob as a friend and colleague. These guys would have been my friends if I lived near them. RIP Abbot brothers.

I’m a huge Pantera fan. Thanks for this video. R.I.P to the Abbott brothers Vinnie and Darrell. 🎸🥁🕊🕊

Fascinating! Of course I knew Pantera (being the metal head that I am) but I had no idea how truly nice and uncomplicated both Vinnie Paul and Dimebag were and it's so wonderful to hear. I wish more people knew their legacy and their talent but they will always be remembered by their fans. Thank you Jordan for such an enjoyable interview and visit to remember two great artists. Another great cemetery visit! ☀️❤️☺️😊😍🦩🌴 one more thing - publish the cookbook! It would definitely sell!!!!'

Always been a HUGE Pantera fan! From the early 90's till the end. Got to see them 3 times. Thanks for sharing this video with all of us! Great stories!

Great video Jordan, hearing Bob's stories was insightful and interesting, just a genuine, sound fella,his narrative helped me get a better picture of the brother's characteristics. Loved the grave site shots,especially reading the passages on the headstones and his final home location. 👍

Well done as always, Jordan-thank you Bob, as well!

Thanks Jordan. I saw Pantera on their famous tour of Cowboys FHell. They toured before album was out. Some non-fan ripped a lock of Phils mohawk out. It was great seeing them before fame. The look on Dimes face when the fans were moshing to his Domination riff at the end of the song. I never would’ve guessed that concert would be as important to any fan. I was blessed

This was/is fantastic. Hey video Bob. What's up dude. Thanks for the interview Jordan.

It is impossible to watch this without shedding some tears. My dream is to continue their legacy forever. Rest in piece brothers.

Great video, Jordan. It was so cool of Bob to share his memories with us all on camera. I used to live just up the road from Arlington, in Euless, TX, and moved to Columbus just one month after the tragic events at the Alrosa Villa in December. I'll never forget the shock that everyone was feeling. So sad. But it's great that we have friends & fans like you & Bob to help share great memories of Darrel & Vinnie. "Van Halen!" 🤜💥🤛

Pantera was the first concert that I went to in January 1997 at Denver, Colorado's Mammoth events center. Amazing show!

A wonderful tribute. Thanks for posting!

I'm from that area and I was watching a jury control show a few months before Dimebag passed away and he was there and my buddy saw him in the audience and pointed him out to me and I went over and started talking to him and he lit up he was so stoked just as much as I was to meet him he was so down to earth he looked right at me and said hey brother check this out I'll be right back and then he took off and he went up on stage and played a few Alice in chains songs with Jerry and then he left the stage and me and my friends kept watching the show go on and then all the sudden we felt these hands on our back and we turned around and looked and it was him and he said how did y'all like that shhhhh!!! And we were blown away that he actually would come back just like he said he would. His brother was the same way they both were just down to earth Dallas Texas dudes sending much love to their family and all of their friends GET YOUR PULL!!!

There is still a hole somewhere in my soul that was made when Dimebag Darrell was murdered in that club along with the other victims. It just changed me. It made me way more cautious in life. Dime and Vinnie were all about spreading joy through music just like Van Halen was. Van Halen was the funnest rock band ever. Pantera was the funnest Metal band ever.

I've got tears in my eyes with this one. They were both good guys and are missed.

Wow what a story! Pantera was part of some of my best days growing up!! Such a shock losing both of the two best musicians in the business. Thank you for introducing me through this video to Bob and his channel. Thank you for another great video Jordan!

Thank you for covering something from the metal community it was so tragic both passed way too soon

I have many friends who were very close to both of the brothers, I remember when I heard the tragic news about Dime, it was like my world fell apart, and it also broke my heart to hear that Vinnie's home was bulldozed so someone could build their home there, on a side note, everytime I leave work I get to look at Joe's Garage and imagine all the chemistry that took place behind those walls....3:33

Awesome job Jordan! Hey, just saw Blabbermouth featured this vlog in their article! I put in a good word for You! When Dime Died I was crushed. When seeing them in '99 open for Black Sabbath, I didn't quite appreciate their music. later in time I grew to dig their sound. RIP Dime and Darrell!

This was excellent Jordan!! Thank you!!

My daughter is your age Jordan. I would never have known about Pantera but she brought a cassette home in the 90's and a couple of their songs grew on me. I was a huge fan of Van Halen from age 15 with the release of Van Halen l & ll. I have not followed Pantera. Never knew that the had passed This is interesting vlog. Thanks!

This was touching. Thanks for another good one Jordan!

Jordan I just wanted to say I really enjoyed watching your video with Bob. Please don`t let the other people get you down about your video. Some people are just not happy unless they stir up some crap and make the whole place smell like doodoo.

I was roadie and bus driver for a band that toured with Volbeat, Hellyeah and Iced Earth in 2012,Vinnie and his band of brothers were awesome, as also PK, Mike and the rest of the crew. Met Hellyeah again on 2013 Gigantour. So many cool memories, thank you Vinnie RIP. Very cool video Jordan, nice to have VideoBob there!

Very cool hearing Video Bob's stories. I didn't know he knew them. Such a sad, senseless loss to the music world.

I loved the video jordan i really enjoyed this so much respect and gracefulness, you took the time out to share your stories about and video bob too thanks again i love what you do.

Great video! Very touching hugs to Video Bob. Hope Bob comes out with Vinny cook book

They are metal god's here in Dallas. Long live Pantera and the Abbott brothers 🤟

Sad way to lose someone. This world has some sick people in it. Also, sad that some people couldn't let them rest in peace either. They don't deserve to be locked away like they are. I'm truly sorry this happened to them. I hope they both rest in peace now. That restaurant sure it bright enough inside. Lol. Thanks for telling their stories. Stay safe and take care.

Great Vid Jordan, I'm going to see the Pantera with Zak kand Charlie Thursday at MSG. Pantera is to metal what the Beatles were to rock, Vin and Dime are pure music legend, just perfection.

Great video!! Some great stories about Vinnie from Bob! Big love from the UK 🤘

Awesome video thanks Jordan

RIP Dimebag and Vinnie. I remember when I was stationed in Austin, TX with the Air Force, that there was this club called the Back Room. Lots of bands played there. One night, a buddy and I were there just hanging out, and the club was enlarging the stage for Pantera to play there at a future date. Thanks Mr. Jordan.

Dime's death was shocked the shit out of me 20 years ago... Video Bob, I feel so sorry for. That man loved Vinnie like a brother.

Awesome as always, Jordan. Thanks!

They were both country boys that loved to party and loved to rock out! Rip Dime and Vinnie Paul🤘

I was lucky enough to see Pantera once in June 2001 at the New Haven Coliseum in CT. Great video and a thumbs up! Thanks.

They definitely didn't live life based on money. They didn't have cars, boats, or multi-million dollar mansions. They lived life simple and did what they love.... That is happiness.

I’m from Columbus Ohio and I’ve been to the club where the shooting happened. When that happened I hadn’t been there for a long time. It was a small club that didn’t hold a big crowd. The security there was poor and it’s just terribly sad that happened. Good vlog Jordan as always…

Vinne Paul and Dimebag Darrell Keep Rocking in heaven guys and we'll see you both on the otherside. Love you and miss both of you brothers. Thank you for everything that you did for the Metal World. Rest in Peace Abbotts Family

Hi Jordan, what a nice Cemetery and lovely headstones. They really sound nice guys and that was a lovely tribute to them. Great vlog Jordan.

R.I.P DImebag Darrell and his Brother Vinnie Paul... Metal Legends... 🤟🤘

God bless bob thanks for sharing to us

Saw Vinnie in the parking lot before a Rush concert in Dallas . He stopped & took pictures & shook hands with a buddy of mine. Real legit Rocket

The Abbott brother do have a cousin... Second cousin though. April Adkisson (spelling may be off? She at least used to play guitar in a band called preminishen, and dime played leads on a track or two. I remember this from the early 2000's.

Awesome video Jordan... Thanks for sharing

Full throttle is the perfect description! Great interview!

Awesome video man

That was touching to see Bob get choked up and emotional. I can tell how special they both were to him

Got to see them a couple times in Atlanta during the reinventing the steel and ozzfest tours. Still hard to believe that they're not here. RIP Dime and Vinnie! 333

RIP Vinnie and Dime… Pantera is the greatest metal band to have ever existed. I need to go pay my respects and pour out a couple of bottles of crown 🤘🏼

This was a GREAT vlog!! Seems to me,they were tried and true…amazing people!! I got into Pantera someone let me listen to one of their songs… I was hooked!! So sad how he was killed!! Crazy people!! Reminds me of Christina Grimmie and how she died too!! Tragic! Live your life to the fullest…I think these too are what they saying!! Video Bob…great guy!!

if the brothers were alive today they would be unstoppable

Thanks for sharing this brother,👍

Great video Jordan and Video Bob, I never got to see Pantera live, I did however see Damageplan open for Slayer. It was just a couple of months later that Dime was killed, my friend called me and told me the news, I couldn't believe it. It's weird, I never met the dude but between owning all their albums back then and the " Vulgar video " series, as a fan I feel like we would have got along right away, we were being a bit wild ourselves when we were young metalheads. lol They were fun guys, would have been cool to meet them. R.I.P. Vinnie & Dime.

Seeing those 2 asian guys praying at the graves says it all.,they’ve touched all walks of life.

I started drumming in the 4th grade. Lots of practice and grooving with Radar love at 10. As an adult... I did not stink.. jazz improve, rock... blaa blaa.. but my biggest boast... I never bragged..I just played... at best... I was a 3/4 Vinnie. Mad respect. RIP

Video bob is a good guy

I believe I have seen Videobob at multiple shows in Las Vegas. One show at the Brooklyn Bowl, Vinny took a picture with a friend of mine who was a serious fan. I also met Vinny at a Blackjack table in the Hard Rock, and he was very approachable. Two legends lost…

Holy cow, you were right down the street from my mom's!!! Campo Verde has always been one of our families favorite spots. Next time I'm there I'll have to find Dimebag's home.

Dime and Vinnie will rule rock n roll heaven for eternity!

Hi Videobob, thanks for sharing. -Salute

I can't count how many times I've been to Campo Verde. The food, the lights, the train. The Abbott family memorabilia!

Great video Thank You!!!

Hello again Jordan and all! :)

Dimebag and his brother Vinnie co-created some great musical work. I became a fan of them when I first heard Pantera years ago. It is very hard to get a band together and keep it together. Pantera was a rare masterpiece that I enjoy the recordings of to this day.

Liked the vlog as usual interesting vlog from Margaret P England

Thank you for the video!!! Love PanterA. RIP Abbott brothers!

I love them ,all the riffs God's bless🙏

My old sociology teacher from high school was dimebag Darrel’s teacher.

I just found out that Jerry passed away back in April. My heart goes out to him and the rest of the Abbott family.

Great video Jordan. Rip Vinny and Dime

I think Vinnie after a few years, finally died of a broken heart after losing his brother.

The VH guitar being in there had me verbally saying, "Wow..." to myself as I watched this. Ed inspired me to build some guitars, and the one I made in high school in 1983 is still my main squeeze. We all dreamed of Les Pauls, Stratocasters, Charvels, and Marshalls when we were teens with paper route money. Now that I've had all of that, I could'nt give two s**ts. I always go back to that guitar. It's signed by Mike Stern (just love that guy, listen to the Upside Downside album). The second one I put together was signed by the late, great, Allan Holdsworth when I saw him in Northampton, Massachusetts in 2014...the poor guy passes in 2017, boy am I glad I got that signature.

Great video Jordan need to do more on those guys

That guy was on Pawn Stars, selling the custom made Ghost Busters proton pack.

great video brother it was ola England that went in he's house I believe and he's guitar vault

Would love to visit them one day. RIP Dime Vinnie best musicians ever!

My city has a street named Pantera and the street signs kept getting stolen so they had to mount the street signs way up high so they can't be reached.

Great interview

Truly tragic, I just can’t imagine such a horrible act of sickness, RIP Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul😿💔