Released 41 years ago this August
Sacred Heart
Dio · 1985
38 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal
Epic heavy metal anthems interwoven with theatrical storytelling and Dio's powerful vocals create a mesmerizing sonic experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening sessions
- theatrical storytelling exploration
- dynamic emotional journeys
- immersive lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 15, 1985, 'Sacred Heart' was Dio's third studio album, following the commercially successful 'The Last in Line.' At this point, the band had solidified its presence in the heavy metal scene, building on the momentum of their earlier success while showcasing a more ambitious sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rainbow· Black Sabbath· Judas Priest
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 King of Rock and Roll 3:43
- 2 Sacred Heart 6:27
- 3 Another Lie 3:49
- 4 Rock ’n’ Roll Children 4:32
- 5 Hungry for Heaven 4:11
- 6 Like the Beat of a Heart 4:20
- 7 Just Another Day 3:20
- 8 Fallen Angels 3:58
- 9 Shoot Shoot 4:16
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