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.
