In the Passing Light of Day
Pain of Salvation · 2017
115 min · 24 tracks · progressive metal
A journey through introspective narratives layered with intricate instrumental passages, merging emotional depth and progressive metal complexity.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic progression through intros wave-like pacing with depth introspective narratives for reflection
- Context
- In the Passing Light of Day is Pain of Salvation's first studio album in six years, released after a period of lineup changes and personal struggles for frontman Daniel Gildenlöw. This album marked a significant return to form for the band, combining their signature progressive sound with deeply personal themes, following the 2011 release of Road Salt Two.
- If you like
- progressive metal
In the Passing Light of Day is an album by Pain of Salvation, released in 2017. A journey through introspective narratives layered with intricate instrumental passages, merging emotional depth and progressive metal complexity. The album received critical acclaim, noted for its lyrical depth and complex musicianship, which led to its ranking on several year-end lists. It also showcased Pain of Salvation's endurance in the progressive metal scene, influencing subsequent bands with its emotionally charged storytelling and intricate compositions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does In the Passing Light of Day sound like?
A journey through introspective narratives layered with intricate instrumental passages, merging emotional depth and progressive metal complexity. Rooted in progressive metal.
What makes In the Passing Light of Day by Pain of Salvation notable?
The album received critical acclaim, noted for its lyrical depth and complex musicianship, which led to its ranking on several year-end lists. It also showcased Pain of Salvation's endurance in the progressive metal scene, influencing subsequent bands with its emotionally charged storytelling and intricate compositions. In the Passing Light of Day is Pain of Salvation's first studio album in six years, released after a period of lineup changes and personal struggles for frontman Daniel Gildenlöw. This album marked a significant return to form for the band, combining their signature progressive sound with deeply personal themes, following the 2011 release of Road Salt Two.
Who is In the Passing Light of Day for?
In the Passing Light of Day works well if you're into dynamic progression through intros, wave-like pacing with depth and introspective narratives for reflection.
How many songs are on In the Passing Light of Day?
In the Passing Light of Day has 24 tracks, running approximately 115 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 On a Tuesday Standout 10:22
- 2 Tongue of God 4:53
- 3 Meaningless 4:47
- 4 Silent Gold 3:23
- 5 Full Throttle Tribe Standout 9:05
- 6 Reasons 4:45
- 7 Angels of Broken Things 6:24
- 8 The Taming of a Beast 6:34
- 9 If This Is the End Standout 6:04
- 10 The Passing Light of Day 15:31
Disc 2
- 1 Introduction 1:45
- 2 Tongue of God (intro) 0:48
- 3 Tongue of God (demo) 5:00
- 4 Meaningless (intro) 0:44
- 5 Meaningless (demo) 5:48
- 6 Silent Gold (intro) 0:48
- 7 Silent Gold (demo) 3:12
- 8 Full Throttle Tribe (intro) 0:49
- 9 Full Throttle Tribe (demo) 8:54
- 10 Reasons (intro) 0:52
- 11 Reasons (demo) 4:32
- 12 Angels of Broken Things (intro) 0:42
- 13 Angels of Broken Things (demo) 6:56
- 14 Bloopers 2:32
Release Date
January 13, 2017
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
115 min 11 sec
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