One of the Best progressive/melodic
death metal bands ever. Alexi Laiho, the guitarist, is one of the best guitarists in the world, and isn't too bad at singing either. Other members include Jaska Raatikainen, who plays the drums; Henkka Blacksmith, who plays the
bass; Janne Warman, who plays the keyboard; and lastly, Alexander Kuoppala, who recently left the band, and has been replaced for the
time being with Roope Latvala. The band'
s name came from one of the biggest
murder mysteries in the band's home country of Finland, nearly 45 years ago, which revolved around 4 kids camping near lake bodom. 3 of the
4 were violently murdered, and the fourth was put in a mental instutution. It has come out recently though, that the fouth kid was the murderer.
Children of Bodom's music is a blend of metal, and neoclassical melodies. Their latest album, Hatecrew Deathroll, has at least one great solo in every single song. If you haven't checked them out yet, do so. I command it.
Their albums and EPs:
1)
Something Wild
2)
Children of Bodom
3)Downfall
4)Hatebreeder
5)Tokyo Warheats (live album)
6)HATE ME!
7)Follow the Reaper
8)You're Better Off Dead!
9)Hatecrew Deathroll
10) Trashed, Lost & Strungout
