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€ 14.90
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The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Warner Bros. Records Inc., 1985 (9 25292-2). Made in USA.
Tracklist:
1. King Of Rock And Roll 03:49
2. Sacred Heart 06:27
3. Another Lie 03:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 04:32
5. Hungry For Heaven 04:10
6. Like The Beat Of A Heart 04:24
7. Just Another Day 03:23
8. Fallen Angels 03:57
9. Shoot Shoot 04:20
Total playing time: 38:45 min.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Warner Bros. Records Inc., 1985 (9 25292-2). Made in USA.
Tracklist:
1. King Of Rock And Roll 03:49
2. Sacred Heart 06:27
3. Another Lie 03:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 04:32
5. Hungry For Heaven 04:10
6. Like The Beat Of A Heart 04:24
7. Just Another Day 03:23
8. Fallen Angels 03:57
9. Shoot Shoot 04:20
Total playing time: 38:45 min.
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Warner Bros. Records Inc., 1987 (R2 25612). Made in USA.
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Re-edition contains interview with Ronnie James Dio from 2005!
Mercury Records Ltd., 1983/2005 (9830994). Made in Germany.
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Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie James Dio left the band in 1982 and began to put together his first solo project.
Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the Heavy Metal genre. The album quickly became a favorite among Headbangers worldwide and eventually earned the band Platinum certification. The somewhat upbeat sounding "Rainbow in the Dark" was an MTV favorite, while the title track proved to be another standout. "Holy Diver" proved that Dio's departure from Black Sabbath had not affected his spirits. In fact, he sounds most inspired here, aided by his new, hungry backing band.
The album was certified Gold in the US on September 12, 1984 and Platinum on March 21, 1989. In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “The Last in Line”.
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The production, considering the time and the technology available, is excellent. You can hear all the instruments perfectly at all times.
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The album was certified Gold (500000 units sold) by the RIAA on September 12, 1984, and was the first Dio album to be certified Platinum, achieving the feat on February 3, 1987.
In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “Holy Diver”.
Vertigo/Phonogram, 1984 (822 366-2). Made in Germany.
Tracklist:
1. We Rock 04:33
2. The Last In Line 05:40
3. Breathless 04:03
4. I Speed At Night 03:22
5. One Night In The City 05:14
6. Evil Eyes 03:38
7. Mystery 03:46
8. Eat Your Heart Out 03:49
9. Egypt (The Chains Are On) 06:57
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Samples: http://www.last.fm
Dio shows his devil's horns to the universe once again with his second album. His unique sounding vocals dominating each and every song. There are a lot of similarities to "Holy Diver", but there are some subtle differences, too. The end result is almost equally impressive, though, and "The Last In Line" stands as one of the highlights of Dio's career.
When Dio's debut album "Holy Diver" landed on the shelves of music stores, people were absolutely blown away by it. The guitar harmonies, Ronnie James Dio's pitch-perfect tenor, and amazingly well done song compositions were all unbelievably good and stand tall even till this day. The first thing when listening to this release was the fact that the songs are much faster. The opener "We Rock" is one of the best openers you ever heard. It just takes hold of you and rocks the hell out of you. The riffs by Vivian Campbell are very well done again, this time taking on more of a 80s Metal approach, than the Rock influenced guitar riffs we heard on "Holy Diver". His guitar work really shows his abilities to draw you in to his leads and solos. Dio's vocals are amazing as always. He sings with a lot of emotion and instantly makes every song have a memorable chorus, which is always important for this type of Metal.
The production, considering the time and the technology available, is excellent. You can hear all the instruments perfectly at all times.
This is an album of classic Metal greatness, well worthy of the attention of any fan of Speed, Power, Progressive or traditional Metal.
The album was certified Gold (500000 units sold) by the RIAA on September 12, 1984, and was the first Dio album to be certified Platinum, achieving the feat on February 3, 1987.
In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “Holy Diver”.
Vertigo/Phonogram, 1984 (822 366-2). Made in Germany.
Tracklist:
1. We Rock 04:33
2. The Last In Line 05:40
3. Breathless 04:03
4. I Speed At Night 03:22
5. One Night In The City 05:14
6. Evil Eyes 03:38
7. Mystery 03:46
8. Eat Your Heart Out 03:49
9. Egypt (The Chains Are On) 06:57
Total playing time: 41:02 min.
Samples: http://www.last.fm
DIO "The Last in Line" /CD/
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3. Hey Angel 05:00
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This album displayed a complete change of musician line-up over the previous “Dream Evil” album, including the eighteen year old guitarist, Rowan Robertson, and the addition of Simon Wright on drums who previously played with AC/DC (1983-1989). But it's no apparent change in the band's sound. Nevertheless, the band's status in the Metal community was beginning to slip, and the album was the lowest-charting Dio record apart from the live "Intermission".
This album possesses an unusual sound. the riffs, for the most part, are pretty basic Heavy Metal riffs but that have a very epic and noble sound, similarly to riffs found in Power Metal. Yet, there is only one guitarist and although he does do some nice lead work, its nothing like the lead work in Power Metal. Moreover, its visible that the main focus of this band is Dio's powerful voice and interesting lyrics. In other words, there are no instrumental songs, no long instrumental sections, and no long guitar or any instrument solos. Dio's melodic voice along with the epic guitar riffs and just present enough drums make a grand combination. A combination unique.
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1. Wild One 04:06
2. Born On The Sun 05:35
3. Hey Angel 05:00
4. Between Two Hearts 06:30
5. Night Music 05:05
6. Lock Up The Wolves 08:32
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8. Walk On Water 03:44
9. Twisted 04:45
10. Why Are They Watching Me 05:04
11. My Eyes 06:36
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Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Vertigo/Phonogram, 1985 (824 848-2). Made in Germany.
Tracklist:
1. King Of Rock And Roll 03:41
2. Sacred Heart 06:25
3. Another Lie 03:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 04:30
5. Hungry For Heaven 04:08
6. Like The Beat Of A Heart 04:20
7. Just Another Day 03:20
8. Fallen Angels 03:58
9. Shoot Shoot 04:16
Total playing time: 38:45 min.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Vertigo/Phonogram, 1985 (824 848-2). Made in Germany.
Tracklist:
1. King Of Rock And Roll 03:41
2. Sacred Heart 06:25
3. Another Lie 03:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 04:30
5. Hungry For Heaven 04:08
6. Like The Beat Of A Heart 04:20
7. Just Another Day 03:20
8. Fallen Angels 03:58
9. Shoot Shoot 04:16
Total playing time: 38:45 min.
DIO "Sacred Heart" /CD/
The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this r..
€ 11.90
DIO “Diamonds – The Best Of Dio” /CD/
- Product Code: 512 206-2
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€ 12.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 129
The first compilation album by legendary American Heavy Metal singer and his band.
It features 13 tracks from solo-career of the legendary Metal crooner and former vocalist of Elf and Rainbow, including “We Rock”, “Dream Evil”, “Rainbow in the Dark”, “The Last in Line”, “Rock 'n' Roll Children”, “Holy Diver” and other.
The album was released internationally in 1992, but it was never released domestically in the US.
"Evil Eyes" is the version re-recorded for “The Last In Line” LP, rather than the original recording, which was the B-side to the "Holy Diver" Single.
"Hide In The Rainbow", from “The Dio E.P.” (EP), had not been released on an album before.
At some original releases of Vertigo, track 8 listed as "Sacred Children" instead of "Sacred Heart" on the back cover. However, the correct title remains on the disk and in the album booklet.
Phonogram Ltd. (London)/Vertigo Records, 1992 (512 206-2). Made in Germany. Re-press.
Tracklist:
1. Holy Diver 5:54
2. Rainbow In The Dark 4:17
3. Don't Talk To Strangers 4:54
4. We Rock 4:36
5. The Last In Line 5:47
6. Evil Eyes 3:38
7. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:33
8. Sacred Heart 6:28
9. Hungry For Heaven 4:12
10. Hide In The Rainbow 4:07
11. Dream Evil 4:29
12. Wild One 4:03
13. Lock Up The Wolves 8:33
Total playing time: 65:31 min.
It features 13 tracks from solo-career of the legendary Metal crooner and former vocalist of Elf and Rainbow, including “We Rock”, “Dream Evil”, “Rainbow in the Dark”, “The Last in Line”, “Rock 'n' Roll Children”, “Holy Diver” and other.
The album was released internationally in 1992, but it was never released domestically in the US.
"Evil Eyes" is the version re-recorded for “The Last In Line” LP, rather than the original recording, which was the B-side to the "Holy Diver" Single.
"Hide In The Rainbow", from “The Dio E.P.” (EP), had not been released on an album before.
At some original releases of Vertigo, track 8 listed as "Sacred Children" instead of "Sacred Heart" on the back cover. However, the correct title remains on the disk and in the album booklet.
Phonogram Ltd. (London)/Vertigo Records, 1992 (512 206-2). Made in Germany. Re-press.
Tracklist:
1. Holy Diver 5:54
2. Rainbow In The Dark 4:17
3. Don't Talk To Strangers 4:54
4. We Rock 4:36
5. The Last In Line 5:47
6. Evil Eyes 3:38
7. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:33
8. Sacred Heart 6:28
9. Hungry For Heaven 4:12
10. Hide In The Rainbow 4:07
11. Dream Evil 4:29
12. Wild One 4:03
13. Lock Up The Wolves 8:33
Total playing time: 65:31 min.
DIO “Diamonds – The Best Of Dio” /CD/
The first compilation album by legendary American Heavy Metal singer and his band. It features 13 tracks from solo-career of the legendary Metal crooner and former vocalist of Elf and Rainbow, including “We Rock”, “Dream Evil”, “Rainbow in the Dark”, “The L..
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€ 12.90
DIO “Dream Evil” + ELF “Trying To Burn The Sun” /CD/
- Product Code: CDM 0799-290
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€ 5.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 59
The fourth full-length album by the legendary American Heavy Metal band and the third and last full-length album by American Hard Rock band (with Ronnie James Dio on vocal) at on CD.
"Sacred Heart" was one of the best albums released by Dio. It was Dio's last album to feature drummer Vinny Appice until the 1994 album "Strange Highways".
Elf was an early band of Ronald Padavona, now more known as Ronnie James Dio. Elf was the band that began to give him a name for himself.
CD-Maximum, 1987/1975/1999 (CDM 0799-290). Made in Russia. Bootleg.
Tracklist:
Dream Evil:
1. Night People
2. Dream Evil
3. Sunset Superman
4. All The Fools Sailed Away
5. Naked In The Rain
6. Overlove
7. I Could Have Been A Dreamer
8. Faces In The Window
9. When A Woman Cries
ELF “Trying To Burn The Sun” :
1. Black Swampy Water
2. Prentice Wood
3. When She Smiles
4. Good Time Music
5. Liberty Road
6. Shotgun Boogie
7. Wonderworld
8. Streetwalker
"Sacred Heart" was one of the best albums released by Dio. It was Dio's last album to feature drummer Vinny Appice until the 1994 album "Strange Highways".
Elf was an early band of Ronald Padavona, now more known as Ronnie James Dio. Elf was the band that began to give him a name for himself.
CD-Maximum, 1987/1975/1999 (CDM 0799-290). Made in Russia. Bootleg.
Tracklist:
Dream Evil:
1. Night People
2. Dream Evil
3. Sunset Superman
4. All The Fools Sailed Away
5. Naked In The Rain
6. Overlove
7. I Could Have Been A Dreamer
8. Faces In The Window
9. When A Woman Cries
ELF “Trying To Burn The Sun” :
1. Black Swampy Water
2. Prentice Wood
3. When She Smiles
4. Good Time Music
5. Liberty Road
6. Shotgun Boogie
7. Wonderworld
8. Streetwalker
DIO “Dream Evil” + ELF “Trying To Burn The Sun” /CD/
The fourth full-length album by the legendary American Heavy Metal band and the third and last full-length album by American Hard Rock band (with Ronnie James Dio on vocal) at on CD. "Sacred Heart" was one of the best albums released by Dio. It was Dio's last album to feature drummer ..
€ 5.90
DIO “Holy Diver Live” /2CD; Live/
- Product Code: EDGCD324 GAS 0000324 EDG
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€ 19.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 199
The third live album by the legendary Heavy Metal band.
Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the very first time, as well as other great tracks from Ronnie James Dio's tenure with Black Sabbath, Rainbow and Dio's other solo albums!
Captured live in front of a sold-out London crowd, Ronnie James Dio delivers a truly memorable performance on this truly memorable night. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now and for good reason. Due to his stints in Rainbow, Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, Dio is one of the few people in the history of music that can honestly say they have played on three classic albums, each under a different moniker.
Eagle Records, 2006 (EDGCD324 GAS 0000324 EDG). Made in Germany. First press.
Tracklist:
CD 1
1. Stand Up And Shout 4:33
2. Holy Diver 4:46
3. Gypsy 9:46
4. Caught In The Middle 4:51
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:11
6. Straight Through The Heart 4:37
7. Invisible 5:17
8. Rainbow In The Dark 4:46
9. Shame On The Night 16:52
CD 2
1. Tarot Woman 6:53
2. Sign Of The Southern Cross 3:21
3. One Night In The City 6:10
4. Gates Of Babylon 8:23
5. Heaven And Hell 11:25
6. Man On The Silver Mountain 4:14
7. Long Live Rock 'n' Roll 6:14
8. We Rock 6:22
Total playing time: 113:41 min.
Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the very first time, as well as other great tracks from Ronnie James Dio's tenure with Black Sabbath, Rainbow and Dio's other solo albums!
Captured live in front of a sold-out London crowd, Ronnie James Dio delivers a truly memorable performance on this truly memorable night. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now and for good reason. Due to his stints in Rainbow, Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, Dio is one of the few people in the history of music that can honestly say they have played on three classic albums, each under a different moniker.
Eagle Records, 2006 (EDGCD324 GAS 0000324 EDG). Made in Germany. First press.
Tracklist:
CD 1
1. Stand Up And Shout 4:33
2. Holy Diver 4:46
3. Gypsy 9:46
4. Caught In The Middle 4:51
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:11
6. Straight Through The Heart 4:37
7. Invisible 5:17
8. Rainbow In The Dark 4:46
9. Shame On The Night 16:52
CD 2
1. Tarot Woman 6:53
2. Sign Of The Southern Cross 3:21
3. One Night In The City 6:10
4. Gates Of Babylon 8:23
5. Heaven And Hell 11:25
6. Man On The Silver Mountain 4:14
7. Long Live Rock 'n' Roll 6:14
8. We Rock 6:22
Total playing time: 113:41 min.
DIO “Holy Diver Live” /2CD; Live/
The third live album by the legendary Heavy Metal band. Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the very first time, as well as othe..
€ 19.90
DIO “Holy Diver” /CD/
- Product Code: 9 23836-2
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€ 12.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 129
The debut full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie James Dio left the band in 1982 and began to put together his first solo project.
Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the Heavy Metal genre. The album quickly became a favorite among Headbangers worldwide and eventually earned the band Platinum certification. The somewhat upbeat sounding "Rainbow in the Dark" was an MTV favorite, while the title track proved to be another standout. "Holy Diver" proved that Dio's departure from Black Sabbath had not affected his spirits. In fact, he sounds most inspired here, aided by his new, hungry backing band.
The album was certified Gold in the US on September 12, 1984 and Platinum on March 21, 1989. In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “The Last in Line”.
Warner Bros. Records Inc., 1983 (9 23836-2). Made in USA.
Tracklist:
1. Stand Up And Shout 03:15
2. Holy Diver 05:54
3. Gypsy 03:39
4. Caught In The Middle 04:15
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 04:53
6. Straight Through The Heart 04:32
7. Invisible 05:26
8. Rainbow In The Dark 04:15
9. Shame On The Night 05:20
Total playing time: 41:31 min.
Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie James Dio left the band in 1982 and began to put together his first solo project.
Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the Heavy Metal genre. The album quickly became a favorite among Headbangers worldwide and eventually earned the band Platinum certification. The somewhat upbeat sounding "Rainbow in the Dark" was an MTV favorite, while the title track proved to be another standout. "Holy Diver" proved that Dio's departure from Black Sabbath had not affected his spirits. In fact, he sounds most inspired here, aided by his new, hungry backing band.
The album was certified Gold in the US on September 12, 1984 and Platinum on March 21, 1989. In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “The Last in Line”.
Warner Bros. Records Inc., 1983 (9 23836-2). Made in USA.
Tracklist:
1. Stand Up And Shout 03:15
2. Holy Diver 05:54
3. Gypsy 03:39
4. Caught In The Middle 04:15
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 04:53
6. Straight Through The Heart 04:32
7. Invisible 05:26
8. Rainbow In The Dark 04:15
9. Shame On The Night 05:20
Total playing time: 41:31 min.
DIO “Holy Diver” /CD/
The debut full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie Ja..
€ 12.90
DIO “Intermission” /CD/
- Product Code: 830 078-2
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€ 9.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 99
The first live album by legendary American Heavy Metal singer and his band.
The live songs were recorded with guitarist Vivian Campbell during the first leg of the Sacred Heart tour. Craig Goldy replaced Campbell in mid-tour, and the band wanted something to represent the new line-up, so they recorded in studio the song "Time to Burn" with him, which was added to this album.
"Time to Burn" is a only studio track (the first recording with Craig Goldie on guitar) - the rest tracks are live, recorded at the Sports Arena in San Diego, CA., December 6th, 1985.
Vertigo Records, 1986 (830 078-2). Made in Germany. Re-press.
Tracklist:
1. King Of Rock And Roll (Live) 3:41
2. Rainbow In The Dark (Live) 4:42
3. Sacred Heart (Live) 6:24
4. Time To Burn 4:26
5. Rock 'n' Roll Children (Medley: Long Live Rock 'n' Roll / Man On The Silver Mountain) (Live) 9:40
6. We Rock (Live) 4:55
Total playing time: 33:46 min.
The live songs were recorded with guitarist Vivian Campbell during the first leg of the Sacred Heart tour. Craig Goldy replaced Campbell in mid-tour, and the band wanted something to represent the new line-up, so they recorded in studio the song "Time to Burn" with him, which was added to this album.
"Time to Burn" is a only studio track (the first recording with Craig Goldie on guitar) - the rest tracks are live, recorded at the Sports Arena in San Diego, CA., December 6th, 1985.
Vertigo Records, 1986 (830 078-2). Made in Germany. Re-press.
Tracklist:
1. King Of Rock And Roll (Live) 3:41
2. Rainbow In The Dark (Live) 4:42
3. Sacred Heart (Live) 6:24
4. Time To Burn 4:26
5. Rock 'n' Roll Children (Medley: Long Live Rock 'n' Roll / Man On The Silver Mountain) (Live) 9:40
6. We Rock (Live) 4:55
Total playing time: 33:46 min.
DIO “Intermission” /CD/
The first live album by legendary American Heavy Metal singer and his band. The live songs were recorded with guitarist Vivian Campbell during the first leg of the Sacred Heart tour. Craig Goldy replaced Campbell in mid-tour, and the band wanted something to represent the new line-up, so they recor..
€ 9.90
DIO “Magica” + “Evil Or Divine” /2CD Set/
- Product Code: EDGCD383
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€ 10.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 109
Re-release of the eight full-length and the second live albums by the legendary American Heavy Metal band.
"Magica" was released in 2000 by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) and marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy, who also has performed on Dio's album "Dream Evil" and in the later release "Master Of The Moon".
Ronnie James Dio produced this concept album. The album was originally planned to be the first part of a trilogy of concept albums, and shortly before beginning his tour with Heaven & Hell, Dio announced his intention to start the "Magica II" and "III" album after the tour's end, but he died shortly after of stomach cancer on May 16, 2010.
While “Magica” did not spawn any major hits for the band’s impressive catalog, it still stands among Dio’s most intelligent and seminal works. It is certainly an album that meant a great deal to Dio personally. All the tracks were penned by Ronnie and longtime guitarist, Craig Goldy. The story is of good and evil; past, present, and future. The lyrical content is filled with bold imagery and colorful allegory. In short, everything we have always loved about Dio’s Metal aura lives and breathes in “Magica“.
“Evil Or Divine - Live In New York City” is a live album recorded at Roseland Theater in New York City, USA on December 13th, 2002 and released by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) in 2003 for USA and in 2005 for Europe.
There is a new version of the Dio live experience and it is sure to please. To those of you who thought that Dio was a has been and that he would hang it up at the turn of the millennium, may you suffer and die listening to CDs of this Set being played at full blast by your neighbors knowing just how wrong you were!!
Eagle Records, 2000/2003/2008 (EDGCD383). Made in Germany.
Tracklist:
CD 1 (Magica):
1. Discovery 0:54
2. Magic Theme 1:16
3. Lord Of The Last Day 1:43
4. Fever Dreams 4:37
5. Turn To Stone 5:19
6. Feed My Head 5:39
7. Eriel 7:22
8. Challis 4:25
9. As Long As It's Not About Love 6:04
10. Losing My Insanity 5:04
11. Otherworld 4:56
12. Magic (Reprise) 1:53
13. Lord Of The Last Day (Reprise) 1:43
14. Magica Story 18:25
CD 2 (Evil Or Divine):
1. Killing The Dragon 5:06
2. Egypt / Children Of The Sea 7:56
3. Push 3:53
4. Stand Up And Shout 3:36
5. Rock And Roll 5:11
6. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:48
7. Man On The Silver Mountain 2:24
8. Guitar Solo 9:06
9. Long Live Rock And Roll 4:15
10. Fever Dreams 4:08
11. Holy Diver 5:06
12. Heaven And Hell 6:38
13. The Last In Line 5:44
14. Rainbow In The Dark 5:04
15. We Rock 5:15
Total playing time: 148:30 min.
"Magica" was released in 2000 by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) and marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy, who also has performed on Dio's album "Dream Evil" and in the later release "Master Of The Moon".
Ronnie James Dio produced this concept album. The album was originally planned to be the first part of a trilogy of concept albums, and shortly before beginning his tour with Heaven & Hell, Dio announced his intention to start the "Magica II" and "III" album after the tour's end, but he died shortly after of stomach cancer on May 16, 2010.
While “Magica” did not spawn any major hits for the band’s impressive catalog, it still stands among Dio’s most intelligent and seminal works. It is certainly an album that meant a great deal to Dio personally. All the tracks were penned by Ronnie and longtime guitarist, Craig Goldy. The story is of good and evil; past, present, and future. The lyrical content is filled with bold imagery and colorful allegory. In short, everything we have always loved about Dio’s Metal aura lives and breathes in “Magica“.
“Evil Or Divine - Live In New York City” is a live album recorded at Roseland Theater in New York City, USA on December 13th, 2002 and released by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) in 2003 for USA and in 2005 for Europe.
There is a new version of the Dio live experience and it is sure to please. To those of you who thought that Dio was a has been and that he would hang it up at the turn of the millennium, may you suffer and die listening to CDs of this Set being played at full blast by your neighbors knowing just how wrong you were!!
Eagle Records, 2000/2003/2008 (EDGCD383). Made in Germany.
Tracklist:
CD 1 (Magica):
1. Discovery 0:54
2. Magic Theme 1:16
3. Lord Of The Last Day 1:43
4. Fever Dreams 4:37
5. Turn To Stone 5:19
6. Feed My Head 5:39
7. Eriel 7:22
8. Challis 4:25
9. As Long As It's Not About Love 6:04
10. Losing My Insanity 5:04
11. Otherworld 4:56
12. Magic (Reprise) 1:53
13. Lord Of The Last Day (Reprise) 1:43
14. Magica Story 18:25
CD 2 (Evil Or Divine):
1. Killing The Dragon 5:06
2. Egypt / Children Of The Sea 7:56
3. Push 3:53
4. Stand Up And Shout 3:36
5. Rock And Roll 5:11
6. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:48
7. Man On The Silver Mountain 2:24
8. Guitar Solo 9:06
9. Long Live Rock And Roll 4:15
10. Fever Dreams 4:08
11. Holy Diver 5:06
12. Heaven And Hell 6:38
13. The Last In Line 5:44
14. Rainbow In The Dark 5:04
15. We Rock 5:15
Total playing time: 148:30 min.
DIO “Magica” + “Evil Or Divine” /2CD Set/
Re-release of the eight full-length and the second live albums by the legendary American Heavy Metal band. "Magica" was released in 2000 by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) and marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy, who also has performed on Dio's album &q..
€ 10.90
DIO “Holy Diver” /LP/
- Product Code: 811 021-1
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€ 37.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 379
The debut full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie James Dio left the band in 1982 and began to put together his first solo project.
Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the Heavy Metal genre. The album quickly became a favorite among Headbangers worldwide and eventually earned the band Platinum certification. The somewhat upbeat sounding "Rainbow in the Dark" was an MTV favorite, while the title track proved to be another standout. "Holy Diver" proved that Dio's departure from Black Sabbath had not affected his spirits. In fact, he sounds most inspired here, aided by his new, hungry backing band.
The album was certified Gold in the US on September 12, 1984 and Platinum on March 21, 1989. In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “The Last in Line”.
Mercury/Phonogram International B.V., 1983 (811 021-1). Made in Holland. First press. USED (cover/disc): NM-/EX.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Stand Up And Shout 3:15
2. Holy Diver 5:52
3. Gypsy 3:37
4. Caught In The Middle 4:13
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 4:49
Side 2
6. Straight Through The Heart 4:31
7. Invisible 5:23
8. Rainbow In The Dark 4:13
9. Shame On The Night 5:16
Total playing time: 41:09 min.
Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie James Dio left the band in 1982 and began to put together his first solo project.
Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the Heavy Metal genre. The album quickly became a favorite among Headbangers worldwide and eventually earned the band Platinum certification. The somewhat upbeat sounding "Rainbow in the Dark" was an MTV favorite, while the title track proved to be another standout. "Holy Diver" proved that Dio's departure from Black Sabbath had not affected his spirits. In fact, he sounds most inspired here, aided by his new, hungry backing band.
The album was certified Gold in the US on September 12, 1984 and Platinum on March 21, 1989. In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “The Last in Line”.
Mercury/Phonogram International B.V., 1983 (811 021-1). Made in Holland. First press. USED (cover/disc): NM-/EX.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Stand Up And Shout 3:15
2. Holy Diver 5:52
3. Gypsy 3:37
4. Caught In The Middle 4:13
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 4:49
Side 2
6. Straight Through The Heart 4:31
7. Invisible 5:23
8. Rainbow In The Dark 4:13
9. Shame On The Night 5:16
Total playing time: 41:09 min.
DIO “Holy Diver” /LP/
The debut full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie Ja..
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€ 37.90
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
- Product Code: 9 W1-25292
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€ 28.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 289
The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Warner Bros. Records Inc./Columbia House, 1985 (9 W1-25292). Made in USA. First press. Used (cover/disc): EX/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:49
2. Sacred Heart 6:27
3. Another Lie 3:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:32
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:10
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:24
3. Just Another Day 3:23
4. Fallen Angels 3:57
5. Shoot Shoot 4:20
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Warner Bros. Records Inc./Columbia House, 1985 (9 W1-25292). Made in USA. First press. Used (cover/disc): EX/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:49
2. Sacred Heart 6:27
3. Another Lie 3:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:32
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:10
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:24
3. Just Another Day 3:23
4. Fallen Angels 3:57
5. Shoot Shoot 4:20
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this r..
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€ 28.90
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
- Product Code: 92 52921
-
€ 34.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 349
The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Warner Bros. Records Inc./WEA Music Of Canada, Ltd., 1985 (92 52921). Made in Canada. First press. Used (cover/disc): EX+/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:49
2. Sacred Heart 6:27
3. Another Lie 3:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:32
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:11
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:25
3. Just Another Day 3:23
4. Fallen Angels 3:57
5. Shoot Shoot 4:20
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Warner Bros. Records Inc./WEA Music Of Canada, Ltd., 1985 (92 52921). Made in Canada. First press. Used (cover/disc): EX+/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:49
2. Sacred Heart 6:27
3. Another Lie 3:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:32
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:11
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:25
3. Just Another Day 3:23
4. Fallen Angels 3:57
5. Shoot Shoot 4:20
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this r..
RARITY
€ 34.90
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
- Product Code: 28PP-1008
-
€ 55.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 559
The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
This is the white label promo version.
Comes with an obi and 4-page insert with liner notes by Koh Sakai along with the English lyrics transcriptions. The front page is parallel to the inner sleeve bags of the US release (photos and credits), while the back page is just black with white Dio logo instead of the Sacred Heart lyrics.
Vertigo/Nippon Phonogram Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Ltd., 1985 (28PP-1008). Made in Japan. First press. Used (cover/disc): NM/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:49
2. Sacred Heart 6:27
3. Another Lie 3:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:32
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:11
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:25
3. Just Another Day 3:23
4. Fallen Angels 3:57
5. Shoot Shoot 4:20
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
This is the white label promo version.
Comes with an obi and 4-page insert with liner notes by Koh Sakai along with the English lyrics transcriptions. The front page is parallel to the inner sleeve bags of the US release (photos and credits), while the back page is just black with white Dio logo instead of the Sacred Heart lyrics.
Vertigo/Nippon Phonogram Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Ltd., 1985 (28PP-1008). Made in Japan. First press. Used (cover/disc): NM/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:49
2. Sacred Heart 6:27
3. Another Lie 3:48
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:32
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:11
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:25
3. Just Another Day 3:23
4. Fallen Angels 3:57
5. Shoot Shoot 4:20
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
The third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this r..
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€ 55.90
DIO “Summerfest 1994” /LP/
- Product Code: CL84206
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€ 21.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 219
Unofficial live album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Ronnie James Dio is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential Heavy Metal artists of all time. The band that carries his name was formed in 1982, after Dio left Black Sabbath. The debut album "Holy Diver" features the hit singles "Rainbow in the Dark" and "Holy Diver". The Heavy Metal quintet was not only known for their melodic musical mastership, but also for their over the topstage acts, loaded with props and special effects. Dio’s career spanned more than 50 years and was cut short when he died of stomach cancer in 2010, aged 67. His legacy lives on this record.
The vinyl includes best tracks of Dio, recorded live at Summerfest, Henry W. Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, WI, USA, July 10, 1994.
180g Black Vinyl.
Cult Legends, 2021 (CL84206). Made in The Netherlands.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Holy Diver 4:55
2. Man On The Silver Mountain 5:25
3. Heaven And Hell 1:44
4. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:15
5. Rainbow In The Dark 5:00
Side B
1. Jesus, Mary & The Holy Ghost 3:36
2. Strange Highways 5:53
3. Stand Up And Shout 3:31
4. The Last In Line 6:35
5. We Rock 5:20
Ronnie James Dio is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential Heavy Metal artists of all time. The band that carries his name was formed in 1982, after Dio left Black Sabbath. The debut album "Holy Diver" features the hit singles "Rainbow in the Dark" and "Holy Diver". The Heavy Metal quintet was not only known for their melodic musical mastership, but also for their over the topstage acts, loaded with props and special effects. Dio’s career spanned more than 50 years and was cut short when he died of stomach cancer in 2010, aged 67. His legacy lives on this record.
The vinyl includes best tracks of Dio, recorded live at Summerfest, Henry W. Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, WI, USA, July 10, 1994.
180g Black Vinyl.
Cult Legends, 2021 (CL84206). Made in The Netherlands.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Holy Diver 4:55
2. Man On The Silver Mountain 5:25
3. Heaven And Hell 1:44
4. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:15
5. Rainbow In The Dark 5:00
Side B
1. Jesus, Mary & The Holy Ghost 3:36
2. Strange Highways 5:53
3. Stand Up And Shout 3:31
4. The Last In Line 6:35
5. We Rock 5:20
DIO “Summerfest 1994” /LP/
Unofficial live album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Ronnie James Dio is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential Heavy Metal artists of all time. The band that carries his name was formed in 1982, after Dio left Black Sabbath. The debut album "Holy Diver" features th..
€ 21.90
DIO “Angry Machines” /GLP/
- Product Code: BMGCAT387LP
-
€ 39.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 319
For the first time officially on vinyl, remastered release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Originally released on CD in 1996, it was the last studio album to feature original drummer Vinny Appice. Also, this was the last Dio's record with Tracy G on guitar, quite an unpopular axeman because during his tenure the band had a penchant for that 'modern Metal' sound that many Dio fans rejected and still reject.
The nineties were a challenging time for almost any established Heavy Rock and Metal band and from the evidence served up by their 1994 album "Strange Highways" and its follow up some two years later, "Angry Machines", not even Rock royalty were immune. "Angry Machines" was the least of Dio’s commercially successful albums, with sales estimated at 36 000 only.
"Angry Machines" was very clearly a lesson learned for Dio. This was the first and last time he tried to 'get with' the times. A few years after this album, Dio would have a great comeback. He'd go back to his high fantasy roots, but at the same time change the band's sound and style, so it didn't seem like he was merely trying to rehash the past. He'd bring back old faces that had fresh ideas. Meanwhile, "Angry Machines" isn't an album so bad that it deserves to be skipped over. There are smatterings of unique moments. Just know what you're getting into when you listen to it. After all, if we ignore the lessons of the past, we'd be doomed to repeat them in the future!
In 2019, "Angry Machines" was remastered.
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 1996/2020 (BMGCAT387LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech. First press.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Institutional Man 5:08
2. Don't Tell The Kids 4:19
3. Black 3:11
4. Hunter Of The Heart 4:13
5. Stay Out Of My Mind 7:11
Side 2
6. Big Sister 5:36
7. Double Monday 2:56
8. Golden Rules 4:54
9. Dying In America 4:38
10. This Is Your Live 3:25
Total playing time: 45:10 min.
Originally released on CD in 1996, it was the last studio album to feature original drummer Vinny Appice. Also, this was the last Dio's record with Tracy G on guitar, quite an unpopular axeman because during his tenure the band had a penchant for that 'modern Metal' sound that many Dio fans rejected and still reject.
The nineties were a challenging time for almost any established Heavy Rock and Metal band and from the evidence served up by their 1994 album "Strange Highways" and its follow up some two years later, "Angry Machines", not even Rock royalty were immune. "Angry Machines" was the least of Dio’s commercially successful albums, with sales estimated at 36 000 only.
"Angry Machines" was very clearly a lesson learned for Dio. This was the first and last time he tried to 'get with' the times. A few years after this album, Dio would have a great comeback. He'd go back to his high fantasy roots, but at the same time change the band's sound and style, so it didn't seem like he was merely trying to rehash the past. He'd bring back old faces that had fresh ideas. Meanwhile, "Angry Machines" isn't an album so bad that it deserves to be skipped over. There are smatterings of unique moments. Just know what you're getting into when you listen to it. After all, if we ignore the lessons of the past, we'd be doomed to repeat them in the future!
In 2019, "Angry Machines" was remastered.
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 1996/2020 (BMGCAT387LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech. First press.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Institutional Man 5:08
2. Don't Tell The Kids 4:19
3. Black 3:11
4. Hunter Of The Heart 4:13
5. Stay Out Of My Mind 7:11
Side 2
6. Big Sister 5:36
7. Double Monday 2:56
8. Golden Rules 4:54
9. Dying In America 4:38
10. This Is Your Live 3:25
Total playing time: 45:10 min.
DIO “Angry Machines” /GLP/
For the first time officially on vinyl, remastered release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Originally released on CD in 1996, it was the last studio album to feature original drummer Vinny Appice. Also, this was the last Dio's record with Tracy G ..
€ 39.90
DIO “Magica” /2LP + 7” Single/
- Product Code: BMGCAT389LP
-
€ 44.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 359
Remastered re-release of the eight full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
"Magica" was released in 2000 on CD by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) and marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy, who also has performed on Dio's album "Dream Evil" and in the later release "Master Of The Moon".
The album was originally planned to be the first part of a trilogy of concept albums, and shortly before beginning his tour with Heaven & Hell, Dio announced his intention to start the "Magica II" and "III" album after the tour's end, but he died shortly after of stomach cancer on May 16, 2010. The only song released from "Magica II" was titled "Electra".
While "Magica" did not spawn any major hits for the band’s impressive catalogue, it still stands among Dio’s most intelligent and seminal works. It is certainly an album that meant a great deal to Dio personally.
All the tracks were penned by Ronnie and long-time guitarist, Craig Goldy. The story is of good and evil; past, present, and future. The lyrical content is filled with bold imagery and colourful allegory. In short, everything we have always loved about Dio’s Metal aura lives and breathes in "Magica".
In 2019, "Magica" was remastered and released in 2020 as 180 gram Double Black Vinyl in Gatefold Cover, with a Bonus 7” Single "Electra".
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2000/2020 (BMGCAT389LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
LP 1
Side 1
1. Discovery 0:54
2. Magic Theme 1:16
3. Lord Of The Last Day 4:04
4. Fever Dreams 4:37
5. Turn To Stone 5:19
Side 2
6. Feed My Head 5:39
7. Eriel 7:22
8. Challis 4:26
Running time: 33:37 min.
LP 2
Side 1
1. As Long As It's Not About Love 6:28
2. Losing My Insanity 5:04
3. Otherworld 4:56
4. Magica - Reprise 1:53
5. Lord Of The Last Day - Reprise 1:43
Side 2
6. The Story Of Magica 9:52
Running time: 29:56 min.
Single
Side 1
1. Electra 6:26
Side 2
2. Electra 6:26
Running time: 6:26 min.
Total playing time: 69:59 min.
"Magica" was released in 2000 on CD by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) and marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy, who also has performed on Dio's album "Dream Evil" and in the later release "Master Of The Moon".
The album was originally planned to be the first part of a trilogy of concept albums, and shortly before beginning his tour with Heaven & Hell, Dio announced his intention to start the "Magica II" and "III" album after the tour's end, but he died shortly after of stomach cancer on May 16, 2010. The only song released from "Magica II" was titled "Electra".
While "Magica" did not spawn any major hits for the band’s impressive catalogue, it still stands among Dio’s most intelligent and seminal works. It is certainly an album that meant a great deal to Dio personally.
All the tracks were penned by Ronnie and long-time guitarist, Craig Goldy. The story is of good and evil; past, present, and future. The lyrical content is filled with bold imagery and colourful allegory. In short, everything we have always loved about Dio’s Metal aura lives and breathes in "Magica".
In 2019, "Magica" was remastered and released in 2020 as 180 gram Double Black Vinyl in Gatefold Cover, with a Bonus 7” Single "Electra".
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2000/2020 (BMGCAT389LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
LP 1
Side 1
1. Discovery 0:54
2. Magic Theme 1:16
3. Lord Of The Last Day 4:04
4. Fever Dreams 4:37
5. Turn To Stone 5:19
Side 2
6. Feed My Head 5:39
7. Eriel 7:22
8. Challis 4:26
Running time: 33:37 min.
LP 2
Side 1
1. As Long As It's Not About Love 6:28
2. Losing My Insanity 5:04
3. Otherworld 4:56
4. Magica - Reprise 1:53
5. Lord Of The Last Day - Reprise 1:43
Side 2
6. The Story Of Magica 9:52
Running time: 29:56 min.
Single
Side 1
1. Electra 6:26
Side 2
2. Electra 6:26
Running time: 6:26 min.
Total playing time: 69:59 min.
DIO “Magica” /2LP + 7” Single/
Remastered re-release of the eight full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. "Magica" was released in 2000 on CD by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) and marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy, who also has performed on Dio's album &qu..
€ 44.90
DIO “Killing The Dragon” /GLP/
- Product Code: BMGCAT388LP
-
€ 39.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 319
Remastered re-release of the ninth full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Originally released in 2002 through Spitfire Records on CD only, produced by frontman Ronnie James Dio, "Killing The Dragon" is a stronger effort than some of Dio's more recent offerings. Musically, this album reminds most of a cross between "Sacred Heart" and "Dream Evil", and holds up fairly well in comparison too. To Dio's credit, he has given up trying to modernize his sound by adopting a darker approach that resulted in a career low point in the shape of 1996's "Angry Machines" effort.
"Killing The Dragon" introduces guitarist Doug Aldrich to the band. He had previously performed with Burning Rain and subsequently went on to join the band Whitesnake. Previous guitarist, Craig Goldy, co-wrote some songs before leaving the band. He returned for 2004's "Master Of The Moon". New guitarist Doug Aldrich shines throughout the album. His style and sound is not that much different from Craig Goldy or Vivian Campbell. And it's nice to see ex Rainbow bassist Jimmy Bain providing a strong backbone with ex AC/DC drummer Simon Wright's steady power drumming. It is their final album with bassist Jimmy Bain. As for Dio, he can still carry a tune. Sure, he's older, but you wouldn't know if unless someone told you otherwise. Dio has as much energy, drive and determination now as he did 30 years ago.
Dio stated that the "dragon" of the album title refers to technology. He expressed concern with it threatening society in the future. Dio elaborated that the title track refers to "those who perpetrate injustices and what the world is doing to stop them. In fantasy tales, dragons were notorious for stealing children and feeding them to their babies. During the first part of the song, I sing 'Someone has taken a child.' The second part is about a cruel feudal lord. The third part is about 'electronic serfdom'". He also expressed belief that the computer has become a god in modern society. "It is a small god with an electrical heart (...) It is time to rebel against it".
On this album, Ronnie James Dio proves again, what he’s capable of!
The album was remastered in 2019 and first time reissued on vinyl in 2020 with updated album art.
A must-have album for all fans of Dio, or Heavy Metal in general!!
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2002/2020 (BMGCAT388LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Killing The Dragon 4:25
2. Along Comes A Spider 3:32
3. Scream 5:02
4. Better In The Dark 3:41
5. Rock & Roll 6:11
Side B
1. Push 4:08
2. Guilty 4:25
3. Throw Away Children 5:35
4. Before The Fall 3:47
5. Cold Feet 4:11
Total playing time: 44:57 min.
Originally released in 2002 through Spitfire Records on CD only, produced by frontman Ronnie James Dio, "Killing The Dragon" is a stronger effort than some of Dio's more recent offerings. Musically, this album reminds most of a cross between "Sacred Heart" and "Dream Evil", and holds up fairly well in comparison too. To Dio's credit, he has given up trying to modernize his sound by adopting a darker approach that resulted in a career low point in the shape of 1996's "Angry Machines" effort.
"Killing The Dragon" introduces guitarist Doug Aldrich to the band. He had previously performed with Burning Rain and subsequently went on to join the band Whitesnake. Previous guitarist, Craig Goldy, co-wrote some songs before leaving the band. He returned for 2004's "Master Of The Moon". New guitarist Doug Aldrich shines throughout the album. His style and sound is not that much different from Craig Goldy or Vivian Campbell. And it's nice to see ex Rainbow bassist Jimmy Bain providing a strong backbone with ex AC/DC drummer Simon Wright's steady power drumming. It is their final album with bassist Jimmy Bain. As for Dio, he can still carry a tune. Sure, he's older, but you wouldn't know if unless someone told you otherwise. Dio has as much energy, drive and determination now as he did 30 years ago.
Dio stated that the "dragon" of the album title refers to technology. He expressed concern with it threatening society in the future. Dio elaborated that the title track refers to "those who perpetrate injustices and what the world is doing to stop them. In fantasy tales, dragons were notorious for stealing children and feeding them to their babies. During the first part of the song, I sing 'Someone has taken a child.' The second part is about a cruel feudal lord. The third part is about 'electronic serfdom'". He also expressed belief that the computer has become a god in modern society. "It is a small god with an electrical heart (...) It is time to rebel against it".
On this album, Ronnie James Dio proves again, what he’s capable of!
The album was remastered in 2019 and first time reissued on vinyl in 2020 with updated album art.
A must-have album for all fans of Dio, or Heavy Metal in general!!
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2002/2020 (BMGCAT388LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Killing The Dragon 4:25
2. Along Comes A Spider 3:32
3. Scream 5:02
4. Better In The Dark 3:41
5. Rock & Roll 6:11
Side B
1. Push 4:08
2. Guilty 4:25
3. Throw Away Children 5:35
4. Before The Fall 3:47
5. Cold Feet 4:11
Total playing time: 44:57 min.
DIO “Killing The Dragon” /GLP/
Remastered re-release of the ninth full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Originally released in 2002 through Spitfire Records on CD only, produced by frontman Ronnie James Dio, "Killing The Dragon" is a stronger effort than some of Dio's more recent offering..
€ 39.90
DIO “Master Of The Moon” /GLP/
- Product Code: BMGCAT390LP
-
€ 39.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 319
Remastered re-release of the tenth and the final full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Unlike many in the ageing Metal community, Ronnie James Dio still possesses the same powerful voice that fueled the genre through its late '70s and '80s heydays, and the reigning dark prince of Elfdom and two-time Black Sabbath frontman is still capable of writing killer songs.
"Master Of The Moon" resembles earlier works like "Last In Line" and "Sacred Heart" in its ability to buffer those one or two great tracks with seven or eight forgettable ones.
The album marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy (ex- Guiffria), who also performed on Dio's "Dream Evil" (1987) and "Magica" (2000). Together with Craig Goldie, drummer Simon Wright (ex- AC/DC), keyboardist Scott Warren and bassist Jeff Pilson (War & Peace, ex- Dokken), Ronnie James Dio recorded an album which will surely please the die-hard Dio fans. Ten tracks, all mid-tempo but heavy, under an excellent production and a familiar voice that hasn't changed a bit and keeps on delivering evil dreams. All tracks are lyrically surrounded by that same mysterious mist R.J.D. likes using so much.
Though the album was recorded with bass guitar player Jeff Pilson, Rudy Sarzo (Whitesnake, Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Quiet Riot, Queensrÿche, etc.) was called in for Dio's touring line-up.
One song, "Death by Love", was partly written by former "Magica" touring bassist Chuck Garric. There are no writing credits provided on the album's liner notes.
In 2019, "Master Of The Moon" was remastered, and for the first time re-released on vinyl in 2020.
"Master Of The Moon" is a very good album and highly recommended to all fans of Dio as well as all Heavy Metal worshippers!
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2004/2020 (BMGCAT390LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. One More for the Road 03:18
2. Master of the Moon 04:19
3. The End of the World 04:44
4. Shivers 04:21
5. The Eyes 06:28
Side 2
1. The Man Who Would Be King 05:02
2. Living the Lie 04:26
3. I Am 05:02
4. Death by Love 04:35
5. In Dreams 04:26
Total playing time: 46:11 min.
Unlike many in the ageing Metal community, Ronnie James Dio still possesses the same powerful voice that fueled the genre through its late '70s and '80s heydays, and the reigning dark prince of Elfdom and two-time Black Sabbath frontman is still capable of writing killer songs.
"Master Of The Moon" resembles earlier works like "Last In Line" and "Sacred Heart" in its ability to buffer those one or two great tracks with seven or eight forgettable ones.
The album marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy (ex- Guiffria), who also performed on Dio's "Dream Evil" (1987) and "Magica" (2000). Together with Craig Goldie, drummer Simon Wright (ex- AC/DC), keyboardist Scott Warren and bassist Jeff Pilson (War & Peace, ex- Dokken), Ronnie James Dio recorded an album which will surely please the die-hard Dio fans. Ten tracks, all mid-tempo but heavy, under an excellent production and a familiar voice that hasn't changed a bit and keeps on delivering evil dreams. All tracks are lyrically surrounded by that same mysterious mist R.J.D. likes using so much.
Though the album was recorded with bass guitar player Jeff Pilson, Rudy Sarzo (Whitesnake, Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Quiet Riot, Queensrÿche, etc.) was called in for Dio's touring line-up.
One song, "Death by Love", was partly written by former "Magica" touring bassist Chuck Garric. There are no writing credits provided on the album's liner notes.
In 2019, "Master Of The Moon" was remastered, and for the first time re-released on vinyl in 2020.
"Master Of The Moon" is a very good album and highly recommended to all fans of Dio as well as all Heavy Metal worshippers!
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2004/2020 (BMGCAT390LP). Made in EU. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. One More for the Road 03:18
2. Master of the Moon 04:19
3. The End of the World 04:44
4. Shivers 04:21
5. The Eyes 06:28
Side 2
1. The Man Who Would Be King 05:02
2. Living the Lie 04:26
3. I Am 05:02
4. Death by Love 04:35
5. In Dreams 04:26
Total playing time: 46:11 min.
DIO “Master Of The Moon” /GLP/
Remastered re-release of the tenth and the final full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Unlike many in the ageing Metal community, Ronnie James Dio still possesses the same powerful voice that fueled the genre through its late '70s and '80s heydays, and the reignin..
€ 39.90
DIO “Holy Diver” /LP/
- Product Code: 0736918
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€ 31.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 319
Remastered re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie James Dio left the band in 1982 and began to put together his first solo project.
Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the Heavy Metal genre. The album quickly became a favorite among Headbangers worldwide and eventually earned the band Platinum certification. The somewhat upbeat sounding "Rainbow in the Dark" was an MTV favorite, while the title track proved to be another standout. "Holy Diver" proved that Dio's departure from Black Sabbath had not affected his spirits. In fact, he sounds most inspired here, aided by his new, hungry backing band.
The album was certified Gold in the US on September 12, 1984 and Platinum on March 21, 1989. In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “The Last in Line”.
Release includes download code.
Mercury Records Ltd./UMC/Universal International B.V.’s, 1983/2021 (0736918). Made in Holland. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Stand Up And Shout 3:15
2. Holy Diver 5:54
3. Gypsy 3:39
4. Caught In The Middle 4:15
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 4:53
Side 2
6. Straight Through The Heart 4:32
7. Invisible 5:26
8. Rainbow In The Dark 4:15
9. Shame On The Night 5:20
Total playing time: 41:11 min.
Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world to huge crowds, Ronnie James Dio left the band in 1982 and began to put together his first solo project.
Released on May 25, 1983, the album has been hailed by critics as Dio's best work and a classic staple in the Heavy Metal genre. The album quickly became a favorite among Headbangers worldwide and eventually earned the band Platinum certification. The somewhat upbeat sounding "Rainbow in the Dark" was an MTV favorite, while the title track proved to be another standout. "Holy Diver" proved that Dio's departure from Black Sabbath had not affected his spirits. In fact, he sounds most inspired here, aided by his new, hungry backing band.
The album was certified Gold in the US on September 12, 1984 and Platinum on March 21, 1989. In the UK, it attained Silver certification (60000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in January 1986, at the same time as “The Last in Line”.
Release includes download code.
Mercury Records Ltd./UMC/Universal International B.V.’s, 1983/2021 (0736918). Made in Holland. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Stand Up And Shout 3:15
2. Holy Diver 5:54
3. Gypsy 3:39
4. Caught In The Middle 4:15
5. Don't Talk To Strangers 4:53
Side 2
6. Straight Through The Heart 4:32
7. Invisible 5:26
8. Rainbow In The Dark 4:15
9. Shame On The Night 5:20
Total playing time: 41:11 min.
DIO “Holy Diver” /LP/
Remastered re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now, and for good reason. Despite recording two hit studio albums with Black Sabbath and playing throughout the world ..
€ 31.90
DIO “Lock Up The Wolves” /2LP/
- Product Code: 0736931
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€ 34.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 349
First re-release of the fifth full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
This album displayed a complete change of musician line-up over the previous “Dream Evil” album, including the eighteen-year-old guitarist, Rowan Robertson, and the addition of Simon Wright on drums who previously played with AC/DC (1983-1989). But it's no apparent change in the band's sound. Nevertheless, the band's status in the Metal community was beginning to slip, and the album was the lowest-charting Dio record apart from the live "Intermission".
This album possesses an unusual sound. the riffs, for the most part, are pretty basic Heavy Metal riffs but that have a very epic and noble sound, similarly to riffs found in Power Metal. Yet, there is only one guitarist and although he does do some nice lead work, its nothing like the lead work in Power Metal. Moreover, its visible that the main focus of this band is Dio's powerful voice and interesting lyrics. In other words, there are no instrumental songs, no long instrumental sections, and no long guitar or any instrument solos. Dio's melodic voice along with the epic guitar riffs and just present enough drums make a grand combination. A combination unique.
Strong album with nice, catchy melodies, pretty heavy riffs, good vocals and excellent lyrics!!
Remastered release includes download code.
Mercury Records Ltd./UMC/Universal International B.V.’s, 1990/2021 (0736931). Made in Holland. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Wild One 4:02
2. Born On The Sun 5:39
3. Hey Angel 4:59
Side 2
4. Between Two Hearts 4:09
5. Night Music 6:27
Side 3
1. Lock Up The Wolves 8:30
2. Evil On Queen Street 6:01
3. Walk On Water 3:42
Side 4
4. Twisted 4:44
5. Why Are They Watching Me 5:00
6. My Eyes 6:34
Total playing time: 60:43 min.
This album displayed a complete change of musician line-up over the previous “Dream Evil” album, including the eighteen-year-old guitarist, Rowan Robertson, and the addition of Simon Wright on drums who previously played with AC/DC (1983-1989). But it's no apparent change in the band's sound. Nevertheless, the band's status in the Metal community was beginning to slip, and the album was the lowest-charting Dio record apart from the live "Intermission".
This album possesses an unusual sound. the riffs, for the most part, are pretty basic Heavy Metal riffs but that have a very epic and noble sound, similarly to riffs found in Power Metal. Yet, there is only one guitarist and although he does do some nice lead work, its nothing like the lead work in Power Metal. Moreover, its visible that the main focus of this band is Dio's powerful voice and interesting lyrics. In other words, there are no instrumental songs, no long instrumental sections, and no long guitar or any instrument solos. Dio's melodic voice along with the epic guitar riffs and just present enough drums make a grand combination. A combination unique.
Strong album with nice, catchy melodies, pretty heavy riffs, good vocals and excellent lyrics!!
Remastered release includes download code.
Mercury Records Ltd./UMC/Universal International B.V.’s, 1990/2021 (0736931). Made in Holland. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side 1
1. Wild One 4:02
2. Born On The Sun 5:39
3. Hey Angel 4:59
Side 2
4. Between Two Hearts 4:09
5. Night Music 6:27
Side 3
1. Lock Up The Wolves 8:30
2. Evil On Queen Street 6:01
3. Walk On Water 3:42
Side 4
4. Twisted 4:44
5. Why Are They Watching Me 5:00
6. My Eyes 6:34
Total playing time: 60:43 min.
DIO “Lock Up The Wolves” /2LP/
First re-release of the fifth full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. This album displayed a complete change of musician line-up over the previous “Dream Evil” album, including the eighteen-year-old guitarist, Rowan Robertson, and the addition of Simon Wright on..
€ 34.90
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
- Product Code: 0736927
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€ 29.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 299
First re-release of the third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Remastered re-release on 120g vinyl includes Download Code.
Vertigo/UMC/Mercury Records Ltd., 1985/2021 (0736927). Made in Holland. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:50
2. Sacred Heart 6:26
3. Another Lie 3:47
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:30
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:09
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:20
3. Just Another Day 3:20
4. Fallen Angels 4:00
5. Shoot Shoot 4:19
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the previous albums, this record is somehow trapped in Ronnie's indecision about "Sacred Heart"'s overall musical direction. If songs like "King of Rock and Roll" or "Sacred Heart" somewhat keep the original "Holy Diver" soul, firmly based on strong stylish riffs and a classic Hard Rock rhythm section, that always avoid overacting performances, tracks like "Rock 'n' Roll Children" or "Hungry for Heaven" are clearly more mainstream compositions, deliberately made to please the vastest audiences that could push "Sacred Heart" into the always commercially tempting US billboard.
Even with different musical approaches, "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and the extremely catchy "Hungry for Heaven" are all great songs that largely please Dio's demanding fan base.
This was the last Dio album to include guitarist Vivian Campbell, who went on to join several other bands, most notably Def Leppard, Riverdogs, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
The top level musical performances from this now legendary line-up, with honorable mentions to Vivian Campbell's inspired guitar work and Ronnie James Dio's always amazing vocal performance, also give that extra push to place "Sacred Heart" among Dio's most respectable releases.
Album peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200. It is one of Dio's most well-known albums, including singles such as "Sacred Heart", "Rock 'n' Roll Children" and "Hungry for Heaven". The RIAA certified “Sacred Heart” Gold (500,000 units sold) on October 15, 1985.
Remastered re-release on 120g vinyl includes Download Code.
Vertigo/UMC/Mercury Records Ltd., 1985/2021 (0736927). Made in Holland. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll 3:50
2. Sacred Heart 6:26
3. Another Lie 3:47
4. Rock 'n' Roll Children 4:30
Side Two
1. Hungry For Heaven 4:09
2. Like The Beat Of A Heart 4:20
3. Just Another Day 3:20
4. Fallen Angels 4:00
5. Shoot Shoot 4:19
Total playing time: 38:51 min.
DIO “Sacred Heart” /LP/
First re-release of the third full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. Keeping the same line-up, Dio didn't waste much time, releasing on August 15, 1985 the highly anticipated third album. Even if this new release followed the same musical and lyrical formula of the pre..
€ 29.90
DIO “Holy Diver Live” /3LP; Live/
- Product Code: VV3LP005
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€ 39.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 399
For the first time on vinyl, the third live album by the legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the very first time, as well as other great tracks from Ronnie James Dio's tenure with Black Sabbath, Rainbow and Dio's other solo albums!
Captured live in front of a sold-out London crowd, Ronnie James Dio delivers a truly memorable performance on this truly memorable night. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now and for good reason. Due to his stints in Rainbow, Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, Dio is one of the few people in the history of music that can honestly say they have played on three classic albums, each under a different moniker.
30th Anniversary Collector's Edition 3LP Set on Red vinyl.
Eagle Records/Vinyl Vault, A Division of Fat Cat International Ltd., 2006/2013 (VV3LP005). Made in UK. Pressed in France. First press.
Tracklist:
LP One
Side One
1. Stand Up And Shout 4:34
2. Holy Diver 4:46
3. Gypsy 9:47
Site Two
1. Caught In The Middle 4:51
2. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:12
3. Straight Through The Heart 4:38
4. Invisible 5:18
Running time: 39:06 min.
LP Two
Side One
1. Rainbow In The Dark 4:46
2. Shame On The Night 16:52
Side Two
1. Tarot Woman 6:53
2. Sign Of The Southern Cross 3:22
3. One Night In The City 6:11
4. Man Of The Silver Mountain 4:16
Running time: 42:20 min.
LP Three
Side One
1. Gates Of Babylon 8:23
2. Heaven & Hell 11:26
Side Two
1. Long Live Rock'n'roll 6:15
2. We Rock 6:22
Running time: 32:26 min.
Total playing time: 113:52 min.
Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the very first time, as well as other great tracks from Ronnie James Dio's tenure with Black Sabbath, Rainbow and Dio's other solo albums!
Captured live in front of a sold-out London crowd, Ronnie James Dio delivers a truly memorable performance on this truly memorable night. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now and for good reason. Due to his stints in Rainbow, Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, Dio is one of the few people in the history of music that can honestly say they have played on three classic albums, each under a different moniker.
30th Anniversary Collector's Edition 3LP Set on Red vinyl.
Eagle Records/Vinyl Vault, A Division of Fat Cat International Ltd., 2006/2013 (VV3LP005). Made in UK. Pressed in France. First press.
Tracklist:
LP One
Side One
1. Stand Up And Shout 4:34
2. Holy Diver 4:46
3. Gypsy 9:47
Site Two
1. Caught In The Middle 4:51
2. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:12
3. Straight Through The Heart 4:38
4. Invisible 5:18
Running time: 39:06 min.
LP Two
Side One
1. Rainbow In The Dark 4:46
2. Shame On The Night 16:52
Side Two
1. Tarot Woman 6:53
2. Sign Of The Southern Cross 3:22
3. One Night In The City 6:11
4. Man Of The Silver Mountain 4:16
Running time: 42:20 min.
LP Three
Side One
1. Gates Of Babylon 8:23
2. Heaven & Hell 11:26
Side Two
1. Long Live Rock'n'roll 6:15
2. We Rock 6:22
Running time: 32:26 min.
Total playing time: 113:52 min.
DIO “Holy Diver Live” /3LP; Live/
For the first time on vinyl, the third live album by the legendary American Heavy Metal band. Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live fo..
€ 39.90
DIO “Holy Diver Live” /Ltd. Deluxe 3D 3LP; Live/
- Product Code: BMGCAT538629620
- € 59.90
-
€ 49.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 499
First re-release of the third live album by the legendary American Heavy Metal band.
Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London, U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the very first time, as well as other great tracks from Ronnie James Dio's tenure with Black Sabbath, Rainbow and Dio's other solo albums!
Captured live in front of a sold-out London crowd, Ronnie James Dio delivers a truly memorable performance on this truly memorable night. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now and for good reason. Due to his stints in Rainbow, Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, Dio is one of the few people in the history of music that can honestly say they have played on three classic albums, each under a different moniker.
Deluxe Collector's Edition comes with newly remastered sound on 3x 180g vinyls, in newly created trifold cover, and with album-sized lenticular 3D art piece.
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2006/2021 (BMGCAT538629620). Made in Germany. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Intro 0:56
2. Stand Up And Shout 3:37
3. Holy Diver 4:47
4. Gypsy 3:52
5. Drum Solo 5:52
Side B
1. Caught In The Middle 4:52
2. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:11
3. Straight Through The Heart 4:37
4. Invisible 5:31
Side C
1. Rainbow In The Dark 4:46
2. Shame On The Night 4:23
3. Guitar Solo 10:31
4. Holy Diver (Reprise) 1:59
Side D
1. Tarot Woman 6:56
2. Sign Of The Southern Cross 3:18
3. One Night In The City 5:49
Side E
1. Gates Of Babylon 8:14
2. Heaven And Hell 10:25
Side F
1. Man On The Silver Mountain 4:29
2. Catch The Rainbow 0:52
3. Long Live Rock'N'Roll 3:17
4. Call For Encore 2:04
5. We Rock 6:21
Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London, U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the very first time, as well as other great tracks from Ronnie James Dio's tenure with Black Sabbath, Rainbow and Dio's other solo albums!
Captured live in front of a sold-out London crowd, Ronnie James Dio delivers a truly memorable performance on this truly memorable night. Dio has been hailed as one of the finest voices in Heavy Metal for over 30 years now and for good reason. Due to his stints in Rainbow, Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, Dio is one of the few people in the history of music that can honestly say they have played on three classic albums, each under a different moniker.
Deluxe Collector's Edition comes with newly remastered sound on 3x 180g vinyls, in newly created trifold cover, and with album-sized lenticular 3D art piece.
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2006/2021 (BMGCAT538629620). Made in Germany. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Intro 0:56
2. Stand Up And Shout 3:37
3. Holy Diver 4:47
4. Gypsy 3:52
5. Drum Solo 5:52
Side B
1. Caught In The Middle 4:52
2. Don't Talk To Strangers 5:11
3. Straight Through The Heart 4:37
4. Invisible 5:31
Side C
1. Rainbow In The Dark 4:46
2. Shame On The Night 4:23
3. Guitar Solo 10:31
4. Holy Diver (Reprise) 1:59
Side D
1. Tarot Woman 6:56
2. Sign Of The Southern Cross 3:18
3. One Night In The City 5:49
Side E
1. Gates Of Babylon 8:14
2. Heaven And Hell 10:25
Side F
1. Man On The Silver Mountain 4:29
2. Catch The Rainbow 0:52
3. Long Live Rock'N'Roll 3:17
4. Call For Encore 2:04
5. We Rock 6:21
DIO “Holy Diver Live” /Ltd. Deluxe 3D 3LP; Live/
First re-release of the third live album by the legendary American Heavy Metal band. Recorded live at the Astoria Theatre, London, U.K. on 22nd October 2005, "Holy Diver Live" features the classic "Holy Diver" album in its entirety, from start to finish, recorded live for the ve..
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€ 49.90 € 59.90
DIO “Evil Or Divine” /Ltd. Deluxe 3D 3LP; Live/
- Product Code: BMGCAT538629660
- € 59.90
-
€ 49.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 499
First re-release of the second live album by legendary American Heavy Metal band.
“Evil Or Divine - Live In New York City” is a live album recorded at Roseland Theater in New York City, USA on December 13, 2002 and released by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) on CD in 2003 for USA and in 2005 for Europe.
One of the advantages that Ronnie Dio had on this tour over previous ones is that he had the most technically and musically proficient set of musicians behind him ever. Bassist Jimmy Bain holds the bottom of the arrangement strongly, as he has consistently done since he and Dio began their collaboration in Rainbow. Drummer Simon Wright puts on a hell of a technical display during his allotted solo time, making one wonder how he managed to keep those insanely simple beats when in AC/DC without having a breakdown. Scott Warren proves apt to the task of playing all keyboard parts previously handled by the likes of Jens Johansen and Claude Schnell. But the true technical wizard of the bunch proves to be Doug Aldrich, whose interpretations of the various solos coined by Dio’s previous collaborators is rivalled only by his amazingly varied display during his own solo sections, hitting upon such contrasting styles as Classical, Rock, Jazz, and Blues.
This collection of live recordings is the document of this tour, and it features the grand wizard of darkness in fine performing form, covering all the well-known anthems, like "Holy Diver" and "Heaven and Hell", and throwing in some choice new tunes for a balance of old and new.
Dio fans will enjoy having this as a Diamond Souvenir!
Deluxe Collector's Edition comes with newly 2019 remastered sound on 3x 180g vinyls, in newly created trifold cover, and with album-sized lenticular 3D art piece.
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2003/2021 (BMGCAT538629660). Made in Germany. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Killing The Dragon 5:35
2. Egypt (The Chains Are On) 8:30
3. Push 4:16
Side B
4. Drum Solo 4:23
5. Stand Up And Shout 10:09
6. Rock And Roll 5:17
7. Don`t Talk To Strangers 5:54
Running time: 44:04 min.
Side C
8. Man On The Silver Mountain 2:52
9. Guitar Solo 9:06
10. Long Live Rock `N`roll 4:23
11. Lord Of The Last Day 4:25
Side D
12. Fever Dreams 4:51
13. Holy Diver 5:12
14. Heaven And Hell 7:04
Running time: 37:53 min.
Side E
15. The Last In Line 7:13
16. Rainbow In The Dark 6:15
17. We Rock 5:33
Side F
18. This Is Your Life (Studio Version) 3:28
19. Fever Dreams (Studio Version) 4:31
20. Push (Studio Version) 4:09
21. The Eyes (Studio Version) 6:29
Running time: 37:38 min.
Total playing time: 119:35 min.
“Evil Or Divine - Live In New York City” is a live album recorded at Roseland Theater in New York City, USA on December 13, 2002 and released by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) on CD in 2003 for USA and in 2005 for Europe.
One of the advantages that Ronnie Dio had on this tour over previous ones is that he had the most technically and musically proficient set of musicians behind him ever. Bassist Jimmy Bain holds the bottom of the arrangement strongly, as he has consistently done since he and Dio began their collaboration in Rainbow. Drummer Simon Wright puts on a hell of a technical display during his allotted solo time, making one wonder how he managed to keep those insanely simple beats when in AC/DC without having a breakdown. Scott Warren proves apt to the task of playing all keyboard parts previously handled by the likes of Jens Johansen and Claude Schnell. But the true technical wizard of the bunch proves to be Doug Aldrich, whose interpretations of the various solos coined by Dio’s previous collaborators is rivalled only by his amazingly varied display during his own solo sections, hitting upon such contrasting styles as Classical, Rock, Jazz, and Blues.
This collection of live recordings is the document of this tour, and it features the grand wizard of darkness in fine performing form, covering all the well-known anthems, like "Holy Diver" and "Heaven and Hell", and throwing in some choice new tunes for a balance of old and new.
Dio fans will enjoy having this as a Diamond Souvenir!
Deluxe Collector's Edition comes with newly 2019 remastered sound on 3x 180g vinyls, in newly created trifold cover, and with album-sized lenticular 3D art piece.
Niji Entertainment Group/BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2003/2021 (BMGCAT538629660). Made in Germany. Pressed in Czech.
Tracklist:
Side A
1. Killing The Dragon 5:35
2. Egypt (The Chains Are On) 8:30
3. Push 4:16
Side B
4. Drum Solo 4:23
5. Stand Up And Shout 10:09
6. Rock And Roll 5:17
7. Don`t Talk To Strangers 5:54
Running time: 44:04 min.
Side C
8. Man On The Silver Mountain 2:52
9. Guitar Solo 9:06
10. Long Live Rock `N`roll 4:23
11. Lord Of The Last Day 4:25
Side D
12. Fever Dreams 4:51
13. Holy Diver 5:12
14. Heaven And Hell 7:04
Running time: 37:53 min.
Side E
15. The Last In Line 7:13
16. Rainbow In The Dark 6:15
17. We Rock 5:33
Side F
18. This Is Your Life (Studio Version) 3:28
19. Fever Dreams (Studio Version) 4:31
20. Push (Studio Version) 4:09
21. The Eyes (Studio Version) 6:29
Running time: 37:38 min.
Total playing time: 119:35 min.
DIO “Evil Or Divine” /Ltd. Deluxe 3D 3LP; Live/
First re-release of the second live album by legendary American Heavy Metal band. “Evil Or Divine - Live In New York City” is a live album recorded at Roseland Theater in New York City, USA on December 13, 2002 and released by Spitfire Records (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment) on..
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DIO “Intermission” /LP/
- Product Code: 830 078-2
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€ 15.90
- Price in bonus-scraps: 159
The first live album by legendary American Heavy Metal singer and his band.
The live songs were recorded with guitarist Vivian Campbell during the first leg of the Sacred Heart Tour. Craig Goldy replaced Campbell in mid-tour, and the band wanted something to represent the new line-up, so they recorded in studio the song "Time to Burn" with him, which was added to this album.
"Time to Burn" is a only studio track (the first recording with Craig Goldie on guitar) - the rest tracks are live, recorded at the Sports Arena in San Diego, CA., December 6th, 1985.
Vertigo Records/Phonogram International B.V., 1986 (830 078-2). Made in Holland. First press. Used (cover/disc): VG+/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll (Live) 3:24
2. Rainbow In The Dark (Live) 6:10
3. Sacred Heart (Live) 6:10
Side Two
4. Time To Burn 4:24
5. Rock 'n' Roll Children (Medley: Long Live Rock 'n' Roll / Man On The Silver Mountain) (Live) 9:38
6. We Rock (Live) 4:34
Total playing time: 34:20 min.
The live songs were recorded with guitarist Vivian Campbell during the first leg of the Sacred Heart Tour. Craig Goldy replaced Campbell in mid-tour, and the band wanted something to represent the new line-up, so they recorded in studio the song "Time to Burn" with him, which was added to this album.
"Time to Burn" is a only studio track (the first recording with Craig Goldie on guitar) - the rest tracks are live, recorded at the Sports Arena in San Diego, CA., December 6th, 1985.
Vertigo Records/Phonogram International B.V., 1986 (830 078-2). Made in Holland. First press. Used (cover/disc): VG+/NM.
Tracklist:
Side One
1. King Of Rock And Roll (Live) 3:24
2. Rainbow In The Dark (Live) 6:10
3. Sacred Heart (Live) 6:10
Side Two
4. Time To Burn 4:24
5. Rock 'n' Roll Children (Medley: Long Live Rock 'n' Roll / Man On The Silver Mountain) (Live) 9:38
6. We Rock (Live) 4:34
Total playing time: 34:20 min.
DIO “Intermission” /LP/
The first live album by legendary American Heavy Metal singer and his band. The live songs were recorded with guitarist Vivian Campbell during the first leg of the Sacred Heart Tour. Craig Goldy replaced Campbell in mid-tour, and the band wanted something to represent the new line-up, so they recor..
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