The Very Beast of Dio
Dio · 2000
78 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal
An electrifying compilation of heavy metal anthems that showcase Dio's powerful vocals and mythical themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with energetic peaks
- mythical themes for escapist listeners
- anthemic choruses for group sing-alongs
- varied pacing for engaged listening
- powerful vocals that command attention
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer subtle, understated sounds
- seek quick, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, 'The Very Beast of Dio' serves as a retrospective of Ronnie James Dio's illustrious career, spanning from his early days in Rainbow through his solo successes. This compilation arrived during a period when Dio was re-establishing his influence in the heavy metal scene after the decline of glam metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rainbow· Black Sabbath· Judas Priest
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stand Up and Shout 3:18
- 2 Holy Diver 5:54
- 3 Rainbow in the Dark 4:16
- 4 Straight Through the Heart 4:36
- 5 We Rock 4:35
- 6 The Last in Line 5:47
- 7 Mystery 3:58
- 8 King of Rock and Roll 3:51
- 9 Sacred Heart 6:29
- 10 Hungry for Heaven 4:13
- 11 Rock ’n’ Roll Children 4:33
- 12 Man on the Silver Mountain 2:28
- 13 Dream Evil 4:25
- 14 I Could Have Been a Dreamer 4:44
- 15 Lock Up the Wolves 8:33
- 16 Strange Highways 6:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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