Blackmore replaced everyone from the first album’s lineup except vocalist Ronnie Dio with Jimmy Bain (bass), Tony Carey (keyboards), and Cozy Powell (drums). Dio shows what he’s got with a stellar performance on “Do You Close Your Eyes”. “Stargazer” is the band’s “Kashmir”, an epic eight-minute track that could stand as its signature song. “A Light in the Black” features the skin bashing of the late, great Mr. Powell.
Rising is a must-have for any fan of DIO, Blackmore, or classic metal. Five musicians came together for a one-shot moment that won’t be duplicated. The album is magic.

Details

• Artist: Rainbow
• Country: United Kingdom
• Genre: Rock Heavy Metal
• Year: 1976
• Label: Polydor Records
• Format: CD
• Catalogue no: 5473612
• More info: External

Track listing