From the groundbreaking concert recordings of the 1970s through to today's digital-era releases, I take you on a condensed journey through the evolution of the live album, exploring how they've captured legendary performances, defined careers, and become essential listening for generations of metal fans.

I'll also count down five of my favourite live metal albums released in the last 10 years—modern classics that prove the live album is still very much alive and kicking.

Plus, in this week's new music spotlight, crank up a track from Quebec traditional heavy metal warriors Legion Of Decadence, delivering classic riffs, soaring melodies and old-school metal spirit from one of Canada's finest underground acts.

Whether you're a lifelong live album collector or looking for your next concert recording to blast through the speakers, Episode 282 has something for every metalhead.

This weeks featured band Legion Of Decadence

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