Metal Meets Classic Live
Rage · 2001
132 min · 25 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
A dynamic fusion of heavy metal and classical orchestrations that elevates Rage's powerful sound to new heights.
Why this album works
'Metal Meets Classic Live' is notable for its ambitious arrangement and performance style, which helped bridge the gap between heavy metal and classical music. The album received positive critical reception, highlighting Rage's unique approach and solidifying their reputation within the power metal scene.
- Best for
- dynamic journey through contrasts wave-like pacing with peaks immersive live performance energy
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Metal Meets Classic Live' captures Rage during a period of artistic exploration following their acclaimed album 'Ghosts'. This live recording showcases the band's ability to merge metal with orchestral elements, marking a significant point in their evolution as they sought to innovate within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marty Friedman· Angel Dust· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Overture 1:58
- 2 From the Cradle to the Grave Standout 5:29
- 3 Alive but Dead 6:37
- 4 Turn the Page Standout 4:53
- 5 All This Time 6:35
- 6 In a Nameless Time 11:16
- 7 Just Alone 8:43
- 8 Immortal Sin Standout 6:53
- 9 Paint It Black 5:25
- 10 Medley 13:54
- 11 Deep in the Blackest Hole (video clip) 3:51
- 12 From the Cradle to the Grave (video clip) 6:48
- 13 Alive but Dead (video clip) 4:28
Disc 2
- 1 Chase 3:51
- 2 Tie the Rope 3:47
- 3 Forgive but Don’t Forget 4:27
- 4 How We Treat Each Other 3:54
- 5 The Sleep 3:56
- 6 The Trooper 4:00
- 7 Tom Sawyer 4:21
- 8 End of Eternity 4:21
- 9 Don’t Fear the Winter (version 2001) 3:46
- 10 Yesterday 2:33
- 11 Motorbreath 3:13
- 12 Jawbreaker 3:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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