Last In Line

The Profile

Last In Line is a British-American heavy metal band formed by former Dio members Vivian Campbell, Vinny Appice, and Jimmy Bain with vocalist Andrew Freeman. They debuted with Heavy Crown (2016) and followed with II (2019) and Jericho (2023).

Formed in 2012 by former members of Dio (Vivian Campbell, Vinny Appice, Jimmy Bain) with Andrew Freeman on vocals. Debut album: Heavy Crown (2016). Jimmy Bain died in 2016 shortly after the album’s release. Subsequent albums: II (2019) and Jericho (2023).

A critical, nostalgic look at Heavy Crown, emphasizing Dio/Sabbath roots, doom-laced riffing, and Andrew Freeman’s non-tribute vocals. Highlights include Starmaker, Burn This House Down, and Devil In Me. The review frames the album as a testament—especially following Jimmy Bain’s death—and a niche, backward-facing pleasure for genre devotees.