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Lock Up the Wolves

Dio

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Album Review

Ronnie James Dio assembled a new version of Dio for Lock Up the Wolves, to no apparent change in the band's sound.

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The forgotten gem of Dio's catalog

Long dismissed by critics and fans alike for it's slick production and polished songs, Lock Up the Wolves is actually one of namesake Ronnie James Dio's finest hours. Emerging from the rubble of 1987's Dream Evil release, Ronnie had taken some much deserved time off (he had worked the major label record, tour, record...circuit from 1976's debut Rainbow release (and three more) onto Black Sabbath for three records and then finally bursting through as a solo artist and bonafide arena headliner in his own right with 1983's Holy Diver) Dio realeased an album a year (Holy Diver, The Last in Line, Sacred Heart, Intermission amd Dream Evil)and toured it worldwide every year through the conclusion of 1988's Dream Evil tour. By this time Dio's "dungeons and dragons" approach to hard rock had run it's course in the face of packaged LA hair bands and denim clad thrash rockers. Ronnie had seen the hard rock audience that he had essentially built, split right down the middle with both sides choosing a different style than his. Change was in the air and a fresh approach was needed. After taking two years off, Dio regrouped with a brand new band around him including current drummer Simon Wright (ex AC/DC, UFO), and 16 year old British guitar prodigy Rowan Robertson. This would also be Dio's first recording since 1981's Black Sabbath opus Mob Rules that he did not produce. Tony Platt was brought in to lend a fresh set of ears to the group. Mission accomplished. The band sounded rejuvenated and vital, as if they had finally gotten past the successful Holy Diver musical formula that had become stale and run it's course by Dream Evil. Lock Up the Wolves showcases Ronnie's voice like no release has before or since. The simpler arrangements (the basis for fan and critical furor) allow ample room for the songs to breathe and develop naturally, not only enhancing Dio's voice, but allowing space for the brilliant young axe slinger Rowan Robertson to shine. The group explore new styles, not just the fomulaic, "slow, medium and fast" songs. Dio pays homage to Led Zep during the powerful "Evil on Queen St.". He carry's a simple, beautiful melody into "My Eyes", and explores more complicated topics on such gems as "Born on the Sun", "Hey Angel" and "Between Two Hearts". While Dio had a built a career on "Neon Knights" and "Heaven and Hell" style songs, it was the forgotten gem of the aforementioned album, "Lonely is the World" that provides the most familiar musical comparison to Lock Up the Wolves...mature, intelligent and full of emotion. From start to finish, this is a complete album that has stood the test of time and may prove to be a tremendous addtion to your collection.

Dio's Finest Hour

This is my favorite Dio record. Ronnie's voice was in its prime and never sounded better before or since. Rowen Robertson is one of my all-time favorite guitarists and the best Dio ever had, no disrespect to Campbell, Goldy, Aldrich and G (haha). He could do things with the guitar that none of the other guys could do. It's indescribable to me. A lot of people like to whine about this record because it's not full of speedy rockers, but when the hell was Dio ever known for speed? Get real, people. And get this amazing masterpiece of an album.

"trust me"..."trust me"... aint trust nobody

get real....buy the album. you're a fool to buy just one track. on any album...."trust me" lol

Biography

Formed: 1983

Genre: Rock

Years Active: '60s, '70s, '80s, '90s, '00s, '10s

For a brief spell during the mid-'80s, the heavy metal quintet Dio were one of the top U.S. concert attractions, boasting one of the most over the top stage acts of its time loaded with props and special effects (lasers, explosions, a giant dragon, etc.). The group's leader was singer Ronnie James Dio, who had previously become acquainted with the metal masses as the frontman of Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow from 1975-1978 and Black Sabbath from 1979-1982. Come the early '80s, Ronnie James was ready...
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