Live at the Inferno
77 min · 19 tracks · speed metal
A blistering live document capturing the raw energy of British speed metal in the early 80s with relentless riffs and electrifying vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mind Over Metal — This track exemplifies Raven's signature blend of speed and melody, showcasing intricate guitar work and an anthemic chorus that resonates with fans.
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Faster Than the Speed of Light — As one of their most recognizable songs, it delivers a frenetic pace and showcases the band's technical prowess, making it a highlight of their live repertoire.
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Rock Until You Drop — This track captures the essence of Raven's live energy, with a call-and-response structure that engages the audience and embodies the spirit of rock 'n' roll.
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Crazy World — With its infectious riff and driving rhythm, this song stands out as a perfect representation of Raven's ability to merge catchy melodies with heavy metal intensity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Raven's high-energy performance with solid execution and a well-curated setlist.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous flow of tracks with minimal pauses, creating an immersive live experience.
- Several songs are extended with guitar solos and crowd interaction, emphasizing the band's energetic performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- high-octane energy for workouts
- dynamic live performance excitement
- frenetic pace for driving
- sing-along anthems with friends
- wave-like intensity throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, mellow tunes
- dislike crowd atmosphere
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1985, 'Live at the Inferno' is Raven's third live album, showcasing their established presence in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal scene. At this point, they had already released several studio albums and were known for their dynamic performances and high-energy sound, solidifying their reputation as one of the genre's key players.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Accept
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro / Live at the Inferno 1:21
- 2 Take Control 3:22
- 3 Mind Over Metal 3:31
- 4 Crash Bang Whallop 3:13
- 5 Rock Until You Drop 4:12
- 6 Faster Than the Speed of Light 4:11
- 7 All for One 3:47
- 8 Forbidden Planet 1:53
- 9 Star Wars 5:18
- 10 Tyrant of the Airways / Run Silent, Run Deep 6:41
- 11 Crazy World 4:52
- 12 Let It Rip 3:48
- 13 I.G.A.R.B.O. 2:03
- 14 Wiped Out 4:01
- 15 Fire Power 3:28
- 16 I Don’t Need Your Money 3:22
- 17 Break the Chain 3:59
- 18 Hell Patrol 7:22
- 19 Live at the Inferno 6:55
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