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Black Sabbath Live in London: Performance featuring Ronnie James Dio

Date: September 20, 1982

In 1982, when Black Sabbath performed live in London, they were riding high on the wave of their album "Heaven and Hell," which had been released two years earlier, in 1980. This album marked a significant turning point for the band, as it was their first to feature Ronnie James Dio on vocals, bringing a fresh, dynamic energy to their sound. The concert showcases the powerful synergy between Dio's soaring vocals and the heavy, gritty instrumentation that Black Sabbath was known for. Interestingly, this live recording comes at a time when the band's lineup would soon shift again, leading to various reinventions of their sound in the years that followed. Fans often remember this performance not just for its raw energy but as a testament to the band's enduring influence in the heavy metal genre.

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