Carved in Stone
Vince Neil · 1995
43 min · 10 tracks · hard rock
A gritty blend of hard rock and glam metal, laced with Vince Neil's unmistakable raspy vocals and emotive songwriting.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Crawl — This track exemplifies Neil's signature blend of catchy hooks and raw energy, showcasing his vocal prowess and lyrical vulnerability.
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Skylar's Song — An emotional ballad dedicated to his daughter, this song highlights Neil's softer side while still maintaining a strong melodic presence.
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Writing on the Wall — Thematically rich and introspective, this track captures Neil's reflections on life's challenges and personal growth, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and performance but lacks the depth and cohesion to stand out significantly.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the fourth introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several songs feature prominent guitar solos that extend beyond typical verse-chorus structures, allowing for improvisation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo grooves throughout
- emotive storytelling in every track
- for evening drives
- gritty sound with nostalgic flair
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
- seek experimental and avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Carved in Stone was Vince Neil's first studio album after his departure from Mötley Crüe. At this point, he was attempting to reestablish himself as a solo artist following the band's peak years in the late 1980s. This album marked a significant moment as Neil sought to carve out his own identity outside the iconic group.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom Keifer· Sebastian Bach· Bret Michaels
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Breakin' in the Gun 3:53
- 2 The Crawl 4:18
- 3 One Way 3:51
- 4 Black Promises 4:52
- 5 Skylar's Song 4:58
- 6 Make U Feel 4:01
- 7 Writing on the Wall 4:50
- 8 Find a Dream 4:54
- 9 One Less Mouth to Feed 3:37
- 10 The Rift 3:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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