“The Devil You Know” is the first studio album from the heavy metal band Heaven & Hell. It features 10 soon-to-be-classic tracks from the Dio-fronted version of Black Sabbath.
In this album, "Bible Black," the epic first single, begins with Iommi on acoustic guitar behind Dio's plaintive wail before the rhythm shifts to a menacing stomp for the rest of this dark tale about a book of sinister scriptures. Another track -- “Rock n Roll Angel” comes on like a classic Dio song with a classic Dio chorus. Moreover in this album, Dio’s lyrics are the most poetic and powerful allowing me to create images in my head like a waking dream.
The ten songs in this album uncoil with a three-dimensional fullness thanks to a macabre mix of snarling riffs, bone-crushing tempos, and evocative tales from the dark side. Iommi proves he hasn't lost the ability to inspire six-string envy, unleashing tunes about doing more than biting the hand that feeds. Butler and Appice slow the pace while ramping up the intensity on the tracks -- 'Follow the Tears' and 'Double the Pain'. This album closes out with the track -- “Breaking into Heaven”, may be one of the most memorable songs on the album just for the chorus.
Each song has its merits and as an album, it works masterfully. This version includes a bonus DVD including band interviews and rehearsal footage. This album is more a slow ride on the edge of doom. It is a fine expression by heavy metal royalty.
Heaven & Hell (Black Sabbath) - Devil You Know
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