Can someone phonetically tell me how to pronounce his last name? Thanks!

I've wondered that, too. I can't say I've ever heard it pronounced. Looks like it ought to be Coll-eye-oo-ta, but what do I know?
That's why when speaking I just say "Vinnie C."

HAHA! That's how I thought it is pronounced, too. But I need to know today. Long story. Any other possibilities or do I go with this one?

I've heard it pronounced Col-eee-ooo-ta.

Thanks!

*now awaits the rest of the long story*

Met Vinnie while he was working with Sting on the Soul Cages tour and an extremely gracious and warm person. He was eating a huge platter of raw oysters when I tapped him on the shoulder and said, "I'm sorry to interrupt you, but I really have to shake your hand. It seems I have you on more CD's that Sting actually." He completely stopped what he was doing, stood up, shook my hand and said, "Thank you. You have no idea what that means to me."

Oh, and met Sting and he was equally as friendly.

I think the second syllable in more of a long "a" than a long "e." I could be wrong. However, I believe he is the best drummer ever. Peace and goodwill.

I've been using "COAL-AYE-YOU-TA."

Now that you have all the suggestions, what will you do???

Well, it's already done. Had to talk to someone about him and wanted to make sure I was pronouncing his name correctly. Thanks everyone!