Inferno: Last in Live cover

Inferno: Last in Live

Dio · 1998

87 min · 18 tracks · heavy metal

A powerful live testament to heavy metal, showcasing Dio's soaring vocals and electrifying guitar riffs.

Why this album works

This album is significant as it showcases the enduring appeal of Ronnie James Dio, particularly among heavy metal fans. It received positive reviews and solidified Dio's reputation as one of the genre's most influential vocalists, illustrating his impact on subsequent generations of metal artists.
Career context
Released in 1998, 'Inferno: Last in Live' captures Dio during a resurgence in popularity following his earlier successes. This live album features performances from various concerts, highlighting his dynamic stage presence and vocal prowess at a time when many of his contemporaries were fading from the limelight.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Ozzy Osbourne· Angel Dust

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Intro 1:36
  • 2 Jesus, Mary & the Holy Ghost 3:27
  • 3 Straight Through the Heart 5:47
  • 4 Don't Talk to Strangers 6:02
  • 5 Holy Diver Standout 4:59
  • 6 Drum Solo 4:01
  • 7 Heaven and Hell Standout 7:29
  • 8 Double Monday 3:18
  • 9 Stand Up and Shout 4:08
  • 10 Hunter of the Heart 5:14

Disc 2

  • 1 Mistreated / Catch the Rainbow 10:11
  • 2 Guitar Solo 3:38
  • 3 The Last in Line 6:54
  • 4 Rainbow in the Dark Standout 4:56
  • 5 The Mob Rules 3:37
  • 6 Man on the Silver Mountain 2:11
  • 7 Long Live Rock 'n' Roll 4:14
  • 8 We Rock 5:40

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