Road Salt Two
Pain of Salvation · 2011
55 min · 16 tracks · progressive metal
A haunting blend of introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks introspective moments of reflection dynamic journey through emotions
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Road Salt Two' is Pain of Salvation's sixth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Scarsick' from 2007. At this point, the band was navigating a significant stylistic shift, moving away from traditional progressive metal towards more eclectic influences and a more accessible sound. This album further solidified their evolving identity in the metal scene while exploring deeper emotional themes.
- If you like
- progressive metal
Road Salt Two is an album by Pain of Salvation, released in 2011. A haunting blend of introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal. 'Road Salt Two' received positive reviews for its ambitious approach and unconventional song structures, marking a notable entry in Pain of Salvation's discography. The album peaked at number 25 on the Swedish album charts, showcasing the band's sustained popularity and influence within the progressive metal genre during a time of shifting musical landscapes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Road Salt Two sound like?
A haunting blend of introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal. Rooted in progressive metal.
What makes Road Salt Two by Pain of Salvation notable?
'Road Salt Two' received positive reviews for its ambitious approach and unconventional song structures, marking a notable entry in Pain of Salvation's discography. The album peaked at number 25 on the Swedish album charts, showcasing the band's sustained popularity and influence within the progressive metal genre during a time of shifting musical landscapes. Released in 2011, 'Road Salt Two' is Pain of Salvation's sixth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Scarsick' from 2007. At this point, the band was navigating a significant stylistic shift, moving away from traditional progressive metal towards more eclectic influences and a more accessible sound. This album further solidified their evolving identity in the metal scene while exploring deeper emotional themes.
Who is Road Salt Two for?
Road Salt Two works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, introspective moments of reflection and dynamic journey through emotions.
How many songs are on Road Salt Two?
Road Salt Two has 16 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Road Salt Theme 0:45
- 2 Softly She Cries Standout 4:18
- 3 Conditioned Standout 4:30
- 4 Healing Now 4:34
- 5 To the Shoreline 3:03
- 6 Break Darling Break 2:22
- 7 Eleven 2:28
- 8 1979 2:53
- 9 Of Salt 2:36
- 10 The Deeper Cut 6:14
- 11 Mortar Grind 5:49
- 12 Through the Distance 3:00
- 13 The Physics of Gridlock Standout 8:43
- 14 End Credits 2:20
- 15 Last Night 0:59
- 16 Thirty-Eight 0:47
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
55 min 21 sec
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