- Audio CD (29 Jan 1996)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Original recording remastered
- Label: Castle Comm.
- ASIN: B000006ZDQ
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 61,557 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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After kicking vocalist Ozzy Osbourne out of the band in 1978, Black Sabbath knew they would have to strike back with a powerful record if they were to retain their credibility. They recruited Elf vocalist Ronnie James Dio, whose melodramatic vibrato shuddered with menace, and in 1980, they released Heaven and Hell, their most potent offering since Master of Reality. Faster and more theatrical than Sabbath's earlier oeuvre, Heaven and Hell features the dynamic seven-minute title track, which builds from a lazy throb to a high-octane roar, and the dynamic "Die Young," which segues from an uptempo saunter to a flamboyant midsection strangely reminiscent of Queen. Although the album helped build Sabbath a younger, more enthusiastic fan base, Dio only remained with the band for one more studio album, after which Sabbath's star slowly began to fade. --Jon Wiederhorn
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Heaven & Hell marks a defining moment in the life of one of the premier rock bands in the world. In a post Ozzy era, Sabbath faced the challenge of not only seeking to keep their sense of direction, but also in their quest for a new frontman. However after a few phone calls - enter Ronnie James Dio, who having just left Rainbow, stepping into this formidable role with grace & stature. The album represents one of the finest rock banquet's of all time. A perfect blending of classic rock and mysticial imagery, that has become the Dio trademark. From the blistering opening of Neon Knights through to the classic anthem - Heaven and Hell, this album pulls no punches. Not only did the album breath new life into the band, it also attracted a whole new generation of Sabbath fans. Even after 20 years this album still feels as fresh as it did when it was first releashed. Heaven and Hell, although reveals the band in a new musical light, would give Sabbath a new lease of life that they have enjoyed ever since.
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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A huge return to form - rejuvenated by pint sized wonderthroat Ronnie James Dio exactly as Purple had been by David Coverdale a couple of years earlier. Neon Knights and the title track are classic straightforward Sabbath, Children of the Sea, Die Young and Lonely is the Word married this riff-fest to the drama of Dio era Rainbow beautifully. Iommi's guitar playing takes another step forward here, and his solos throughout are the best of his career. His work on all of the above is almost operatic in scope, drama and fluency.
All together, this was Sabbath's most coherent, consistent and vital album, it showed the so called 'New Wave of British Heavy Metal' up for the spotty bed-wetters they really were.
All together, this was Sabbath's most coherent, consistent and vital album, it showed the so called 'New Wave of British Heavy Metal' up for the spotty bed-wetters they really were.
20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is beyond doubt BS`s finest moment. Iommi has the best guitar sound he ever got on record. Martin Birch`s production is flawless. He made sure that the band had great sounds something that is sadley lacking on all Sabbath`s earlier recordings. Dio gives one of the finest vocal performances on a Heavey Rock/Metal album ever. Check out "Neon Knights" for proof of Dio`s abilitys. Sabbath never sounded so complete as they do on this album. Dio`s vocals gave the rest of the band a new lease of life & insperation & it showed. "Die Young" was the single at the time & shows Sabbath using Keyboards to great effect. "Heaven & Hell" is still one of the best Metal songs ever written. "Walk Away" has one of the most commercial overtones to it Iommi ever wrote. "Children Of The Sea" has one of those glorius Dio lyrics, " On a misty morning, On the edge of time reaching for the stars we blind the sky". There`s not a bad track on this album & in a strange way all the tracks show slightly different aspects to Sabbath. By the time the tour got to the UK cracks were starting to show. Mob Rules wasn`t the follow up that had been hoped for & Dio split in acrimoney to form his own band. But this album still stands testomony to what was even for a short while the finest Metal band around with one of the truely classic albums of all time...."The world is full of kings & queens, who blind your eyes & steal your dreams...it`s Heaven & Hell" Buy now
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RIP Ronnie
this is a great album and shows the power of mr dios voice, it re invented black sabbath and well worth a purchase buy it
Published 11 months ago by mike northants
Dragons and Kings
I was never a hardcore Sabbath fan, but this and 1973s Sabbath Bloody Sabbath are really essential. I'm giving it 5 stars for Neon Nights and Heaven and Hell alone. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Feedback68
Good and Bad
This is a classic without a doubt but, as with Mob Rules, the latter half suffers from some mediocre work. However it is still one of my all-time favourites. Read more
Published 18 months ago by ratmonkey
Brilliant Dio
Very good buy. Dio had an amazing voice which comes through perfectly on this album. This is a good one to buy if you are new to his music
Published 20 months ago by S. Barker
Heaven & Hell
The album marked a change for Sabbath, if you like classic 1980's metal this has to be tops, price, order and delivery can't be better
Published 21 months ago by intruder2402
Beyond Perfection
Heaven And Hell; Great riffs, superb lyrics and an atmosphere that will lurk in your soul forever. The best heavy metal album ever.
Published 22 months ago by danmartin1968
Headbangers Heaven
My very first concert was Black Sabbath on the 1980 Heaven and Hell tour. I was deaf for about two days after, but that concert is one I will never forget, just brilliant. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Paul Dean
the greatest album Dio ever sang on.....
Where to start,this is the best Black Sabbath album,its also one of the greatest heavy rock albums ,period,its certainly the best album Dio ever sang on,its the best sound quality... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mr Blackwell
Good album (not as good as Mob Rules but then, what is?)
Worth buying. Apparently the 'Deluxe' version isn't worth the money and the sound is poor. This one that I got is perfectly good. Read more
Published 23 months ago by John I. White
RIP Ronnie
A simply classic album. Ronnie at his very best. Stunning vocals as well as stunning musicianship! When I compare this album & singer and band with the total rubbish that's around... Read more
Published on 17 May 2010 by A. Kenney
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