Pain of Salvation, founded by frontman Daniel Gildenlow in 1984, is a popular progressive metal group from Sweden. They have released a total of 9 studio albums - their latest release being "In the Passing Light of Day" in 2017. While their sound has seen a slow evolution over the years, their music often follows complex themes surrounding human existence and morality. They have also won acclaim for their lyrical content, which includes themes of love, loss, sorrow, and spiritual reflection. Pain of Salvation is widely known amongst metal fans and has been praised for mixing classic metal and rock influences with modern elements. Over their 36 year-long career, the band has been credited with helping shape the landscape of modern progressive metal.