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Hexed

Children of Bodom · 2019

58 min · 14 tracks · melodic death metal

Aggressive melodic death metal intertwines with introspective lyrics and intricate guitar work, showcasing the band's signature style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with emotional peaks
  • aggressive energy for workout sessions
  • introspective moments amid intensity
  • full-album engagement over individual tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid introspective lyrical themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 8, 2019, 'Hexed' is Children of Bodom's tenth studio album and marks their first release since the departure of longtime keyboardist Janne Wirman. The album came during a transitional phase for the band, as they sought to retain their distinctive sound while adapting to lineup changes that influenced their musical direction.
Stylistic neighbors
Insomnium· Dark Tranquillity· Amon Amarth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 This Road 4:33
  • 2 Under Grass and Clover 3:33
  • 3 Glass Houses 3:27
  • 4 Hecate’s Nightmare 4:09
  • 5 Kick in a Spleen 3:34
  • 6 Platitudes and Barren Words 4:13
  • 7 Hexed 5:03
  • 8 Relapse (The Nature of My Crime) 3:26
  • 9 Say Never Look Back 4:23
  • 10 Soon Departed 4:54
  • 11 Knuckleduster 3:32
  • 12 I Worship Chaos (live) 3:33
  • 13 Morrigan (live) 5:00
  • 14 Knuckleduster (remix) 5:26

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