Carved in Stone (Rage album)

"Carved in Stone" is the seventeenth studio album by the German heavy metal band Rage, released on February 22, 2008, through Nuclear Blast Records. The album continues Rage's symphonic metal style, blending heavy metal with classical music elements.

The album features Peavy Wagner on vocals and bass, Victor Smolski on guitar and orchestrations, and André Hilgers on drums. "Carved in Stone" received generally positive reviews, with critics praising the songwriting, musicianship, and production quality. The album reached the German charts and further solidified Rage's position as a leading force in the European heavy metal scene.

The lyrical themes explored on "Carved in Stone" include historical events, mythology, and personal reflections, all delivered with Wagner's signature powerful vocals. The album showcases Smolski's guitar virtuosity and his ability to seamlessly integrate orchestral arrangements into the band's metal sound. Hilgers' drumming provides a solid foundation for the complex arrangements.