The Art of War is a concept album where each song is inspired by a different chapter of Sun Tzu's famous military treatise, presented in Sabaton's signature historical power metal style.
- The album was released on May 30, 2008, by Nuclear Blast Records.
- It was recorded at The Abyss studio in Sweden with producer Peter Tägtgren.
- The album features the band's first use of co-producers, with Tommy Tägtgren also credited.
Sabaton is a Swedish heavy metal band, formed in Falun in 1999, best known for their concept albums in the power metal genre, often focusing on lyrical themes of historical conflicts and battles. The Art of War was released as the band was cementing their reputation in the European power metal scene, following earlier successes but preceding their major label breakthrough.
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