Live in London, Hammersmith Apollo 1993
Dio · 2014
89 min · 18 tracks · heavy metal
A thunderous live performance showcasing Dio's soaring vocals and relentless heavy metal energy.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its powerful renditions of classic tracks but also for its insight into Dio's impact on the heavy metal scene during the early '90s. It revives the spirit of live metal performances from that era, showcasing Dio's ability to connect with audiences, which has influenced countless metal artists since.
- Best for
- thunderous energy for live settings wave-like pacing for engagement soaring vocals demanding attention
- Context
- Released in 2014, 'Live in London, Hammersmith Apollo 1993' captures a pivotal moment during Dio's career as he was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after the release of 'Strange Highways' in 1993. This album serves as a documentary of his live prowess just before entering a period of greater mainstream recognition in the mid-90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Ozzy Osbourne· Angel Dust
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Stand Up and Shout 4:21
- 2 Strange Highways 6:12
- 3 Don't Talk to Strangers 5:52
- 4 Evilution 6:46
- 5 Pain 9:36
- 6 The Mob Rules 3:42
- 7 Children of the Sea 2:43
- 8 Holy Diver Standout 4:27
- 9 Heaven and Hell Standout 3:49
- 10 Man on the Silver Mountain 2:23
- 11 Drum Solo 5:53
- 12 Heaven and Hell (Reprise) 1:41
Disc 2
- 1 Jesus Mary & The Holy Ghost 4:15
- 2 Hollywood Black 5:24
- 3 The Last in Line 6:49
- 4 Rainbow in the Dark Standout 5:02
- 5 We Rock 5:17
- 6 Here's to You 5:09
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