The Last in Line cover

The Last in Line

Dio · 1984

41 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal

A powerful blend of soaring melodies, thunderous riffs, and lyrical mysticism characterizes Dio's heavy metal sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experience
  • soaring melodies and riffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 13, 1984, 'The Last in Line' was Dio's second studio album, following their successful debut 'Holy Diver'. At this point in his career, Ronnie James Dio had solidified his status as a leading figure in heavy metal after leaving Black Sabbath and forming his own band.
Stylistic neighbors
Rainbow· Black Sabbath· Judas Priest

Tracklist

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

  • 1 We Rock 4:35
  • 2 The Last in Line 5:47
  • 3 Breathless 4:09
  • 4 I Speed at Night 3:22
  • 5 One Night in the City 5:16
  • 6 Evil Eyes 3:38
  • 7 Mystery 3:58
  • 8 Eat Your Heart Out 3:50
  • 9 Egypt (The Chains Are On) 6:57

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata