Experience the power of the classic Dio lineup through these official and live performances: Dio - The Last In Line (Official Music Video) YouTube · RHINO Dio - The Last In Line (Live in NYC) YouTube · DIO Dio - The Last in Line (Live at Donington '87) YouTube · DIO The Last in Line Breathless I Speed at Night One Night in the City Eat Your Heart Out Egypt (The Chains Are On)

is the second studio album by the American heavy metal band Dio , released on July 2, 1984 . It is widely considered a masterpiece of the genre, serving as the high-water mark for the classic lineup featuring Ronnie James Dio, guitarist Vivian Campbell, bassist Jimmy Bain, and drummer Vinny Appice. Key Highlights

This was the first album to feature keyboardist Claude Schnell as a full member, adding a melodic layer to the band's heavy sound. Behind the Music

It remains the band's highest-charting album in both the US and UK, reaching #23 on the Billboard 200.

The album is anchored by metal anthems like "We Rock," the epic title track "The Last in Line," and the atmospheric closer "Egypt (The Chains Are On)".