Amon Amarth is a Swedish melodic death metal band formed in 1992. They are known for their Viking themed lyrics and their incorporation of Norse mythology in their music and imagery. The band's lead vocalist, Johan Hegg, has a distinctive guttural style of singing, and their music features prominent use of melodic guitar riffs and solos. They have released twelve studio albums and are considered one of the leading bands in the melodic death metal genre.