Dio--Lock Up the Wolves

Dio--Lock Up The Wolves (1990) Rating--7.9

Once again, a one time effort for a Dio guitarist---this time the slasher being 18-year-old (!!!) Rowan Robertson. I suppose anyone who sang with Black Sabbath in his career would have this ability to find these young fret masters. Yes, this kid rocks.
Another good mix of slower and up tempo gems. The smooth "Hey Angel" give you time to catch your breath following the speedy opener "Wild One". Another fine effort from the ever-young Dio, splattering the disc with highlights such as "Why Are They Watching Me," "Between Two Hearts," and the title track. Not in the same fast vein as his first few releases, but still solid power metal.
HOT CHOPS: Dio's vocals on the beginning of "My Eyes" has to be one of his most emotional efforts yet. Also, the fast paced riff to "Why Are They Watching Me" gets the blood pumping! Editor's note: This track was left off the tape version. What the....?!?
TRACK LIST: Wild One/Born On the Sun/Hey Angel/Between Two Hearts/Night Music/Lock Up the Wolves/ Evil on Queen Street/Walk on Water/Twisted/Why Are They Watching Me/My Eyes

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