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Bestbreeder from 1997 to 2000

Children of Bodom · 2003

74 min · 17 tracks · melodic death metal

A relentless barrage of melodic riffs and aggressive vocals, embodying the essence of Finnish death metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • relentless energy for active listening
  • live tracks enhance performance atmosphere
  • for late-night intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy, cohesive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'Bestbreeder from 1997 to 2000' is a compilation album that marks Children of Bodom's rise after their breakthrough with 'Follow the Reaper' in 2000. By this time, they had established themselves as key figures in the melodic death metal scene, showcasing a collection of their most influential tracks and live performances.
Stylistic neighbors
Insomnium· Dark Tranquillity· Amon Amarth

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Rebel Yell 4:12
  • 2 In the Shadows 6:01
  • 3 Lake Bodom 4:02
  • 4 Warheart 4:01
  • 5 Silent Night, Bodom Night 3:12
  • 6 Towards Dead End 4:53
  • 7 Children of Bodom 5:13
  • 8 Deadnight Warrior (live) 3:32
  • 9 Hatebreeder (live) 4:30
  • 10 Touch Like Angel of Death (live) 5:53
  • 11 Downfall (live) 4:39
  • 12 Follow the Reaper 3:37
  • 13 Bodom After Midnight 3:43
  • 14 Everytime I Die 4:03
  • 15 Mask of Sanity 3:59
  • 16 Hate Me! 4:44
  • 17 Kissing the Shadows 4:34

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