Holy Diver Live is both a celebration and a tribute. Ronnie James Dio, even decades into his career, delivers vocals with astonishing power and precision. The chance to hear the entire Holy Diver album live — considered one of metal’s greatest debuts — is a dream for fans. The addition of Rainbow and Black Sabbath classics makes this DVD more than just nostalgia; it’s a career-spanning showcase of Dio’s legacy.
The video and audio quality are strong, with a well-mixed sound that captures the intensity of the London show. It stands as one of the best Dio live releases available.
Recorded at the London Astoria, October 22, 2005, this DVD captures Ronnie James Dio and band performing the entire Holy Diver album live for the first time ever, along with other classics.
Setlist:
1. Tarot Woman (Rainbow cover)
2. Sign Of The Southern Cross (Black Sabbath cover)
3. One Night In The City
4. Gates Of Babylon (Rainbow cover)
5. Heaven And Hell (Black Sabbath cover)
6. Man On The Silver Mountain (Rainbow cover)
7. Long Live Rock ’n’ Roll (Rainbow cover)
8. Lord Of The Last Day
Holy Diver (Album Performed In Full):
9. Stand Up And Shout
10. Holy Diver
11. Gypsy
12. Caught In The Middle
13. Don’t Talk To Strangers
14. Straight Through The Heart
15. Invisible
16. Rainbow In The Dark
17. Shame On The Night
Bonus Features:
• Behind-the-scenes interview with Ronnie James Dio
• Band interview segments
• Photo gallery
BY RUE MORGUE RECORDS