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Carved in Stone

Rage · 2008

47 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · power metal

An explosive blend of heavy and power metal, infused with intricate melodies and a fierce lyrical intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Carved in Stone' was Rage's twelfth studio album, following their 2006 release 'Soundchaser'. At this point, the band had solidified their position in the heavy metal scene, showcasing a mature sound that combined elements of symphonic and classic power metal while continuing to evolve their music after lineup changes in previous years.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· Helloween· Gamma Ray

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Carved in Stone 5:21
  • 2 Drop Dead! 4:13
  • 3 Gentle Murders 4:12
  • 4 Open My Grave 4:40
  • 5 Without You 5:45
  • 6 Long Hard Road 4:37
  • 7 One Step Ahead 5:04
  • 8 Lost in the Void 4:14
  • 9 Mouth of Greed 3:56
  • 10 Lord of the Flies 5:45

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