Long Live Rock 'n' Roll cover

Long Live Rock 'n' Roll

Rainbow · 1978

39 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · power metal · traditional heavy metal

Epic guitar solos and soaring vocals intertwine with orchestral arrangements, defining the power metal sound of the late '70s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic guitar solos energize listeners
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • for evening celebrations
  • soaring vocals inspire sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer minimalist, straightforward sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 9, 1978, 'Long Live Rock 'n' Roll' is Rainbow's third studio album and follows the critically acclaimed 'Rising' from 1976. At this point, the band was solidifying its lineup with frontman Ronnie James Dio, who was key to establishing their signature sound, blending hard rock with classical influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Deep Purple· Black Sabbath· Judas Priest

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Long Live Rock ’n’ Roll 4:21
  • 2 Lady of the Lake 3:39
  • 3 L.A. Connection 5:02
  • 4 Gates of Babylon 6:49
  • 5 Kill the King 4:29
  • 6 The Shed (Subtle) 4:47
  • 7 Sensitive to Light 3:07
  • 8 Rainbow Eyes 7:11

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