On This Day: April 25, 1980 – Black Sabbath Released Heaven and Hell

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On This Day: April 25, 1980 – Black Sabbath Released Heaven and Hell.

On this day April 25, 1980, Black Sabbath released their ninth studio album Heaven and Hell. It was the first to feature Ronnie James Dio as lead vocalist, bringing a dramatic shift in the band’s sound and a new era for heavy metal.

Heaven and Hell reenergized Black Sabbath following Ozzy Osbourne’s departure. With Dio’s soaring vocals and fantasy themed lyrics, the album introduced a more melodic but still heavy approach. Tracks like Neon Knights, Children of the Sea, and the title track...

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