Follow the Reaper
Children of Bodom · 2000
41 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal
A whirlwind of aggressive riffs and melodic hooks that blend darkness with an infectious energy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady energetic flow throughout infectious hooks for sing-alongs aggressive riffs for driving motivation
- Context
- Released on October 30, 2000, 'Follow the Reaper' is Children of Bodom's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Hatebreeder'. At this juncture, they solidified their reputation within the melodic death metal scene, showcasing a refined sound that expanded their audience significantly.
- If you like
- melodic death metal
Follow the Reaper is an album by Children of Bodom, released in 2000. A whirlwind of aggressive riffs and melodic hooks that blend darkness with an infectious energy. 'Follow the Reaper' debuted at number 40 on the Finnish Albums Chart and received critical acclaim for its intricate guitar work and powerful vocals. The album's success helped cement Children of Bodom as a leading force in the metal genre during the early 2000s, influencing many subsequent bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Follow the Reaper sound like?
A whirlwind of aggressive riffs and melodic hooks that blend darkness with an infectious energy. Rooted in melodic death metal.
What makes Follow the Reaper by Children of Bodom notable?
'Follow the Reaper' debuted at number 40 on the Finnish Albums Chart and received critical acclaim for its intricate guitar work and powerful vocals. The album's success helped cement Children of Bodom as a leading force in the metal genre during the early 2000s, influencing many subsequent bands. Released on October 30, 2000, 'Follow the Reaper' is Children of Bodom's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Hatebreeder'. At this juncture, they solidified their reputation within the melodic death metal scene, showcasing a refined sound that expanded their audience significantly.
Who is Follow the Reaper for?
Follow the Reaper works well if you're into steady energetic flow throughout, infectious hooks for sing-alongs and aggressive riffs for driving motivation.
How many songs are on Follow the Reaper?
Follow the Reaper has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Follow the Reaper Standout 3:47
- 2 Bodom After Midnight Standout 3:43
- 3 Children of Decadence 5:34
- 4 Everytime I Die Standout 4:03
- 5 Mask of Sanity 3:58
- 6 Taste of My Scythe 3:58
- 7 Hate Me! 4:44
- 8 Northern Comfort 3:48
- 9 Kissing the Shadows 4:32
- 10 Hellion 3:02
Release Date
October 30, 2000
Artist Origin
Finland
Runtime
41 min 14 sec
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