"Live Evil" is a live album by the English heavy metal band Black Sabbath, released in 1983. It captures performances from the band's 1981 and 1982 tours and showcases the lineup featuring Ronnie James Dio on vocals, Tony Iommi on guitar, Geezer Butler on bass, Vinny Appice on drums, and Geoff Nicholls on keyboards.
Key features of "Live Evil" include powerful renditions of classic Black Sabbath tracks, particularly those that Dio had originally recorded with the band. The album includes epic live versions of songs like "Neon Knights," "Heaven and Hell," and "Children of the Sea."
While the album was well-received for its energetic performances and Dio's powerful vocals, there was some controversy surrounding its production. Dio and Appice accused the band of manipulating the live recordings in the studio, leading to a somewhat contentious atmosphere during the album's creation.
Despite the internal tensions, "Live Evil" remains a notable addition to Black Sabbath's discography, capturing a specific era in the band's history with Ronnie James Dio as the frontman. The live album preserves the band's influential sound and the electrifying performances that characterized their concerts during this period.
