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Something Wild

Children of Bodom · 1997

44 min · 9 tracks · melodic death metal

A swirling blend of melodic death metal and symphonic elements that captivates with its ferocity and intricate melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • captivating melodic intensity
  • immersive in-order listening
  • ferocious energy bursts
  • emotional crescendos throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
'Something Wild' is Children of Bodom's debut album, released in late 1997. Prior to this, the band had established a strong local following in Finland, but this album marked their entry into the international metal scene. It laid the groundwork for their signature sound that would evolve in subsequent releases.
Stylistic neighbors
Insomnium· Dark Tranquillity· Amon Amarth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Deadnight Warrior 3:22
  • 2 In the Shadows 6:01
  • 3 Red Light in My Eyes, Part 1 4:28
  • 4 Red Light in My Eyes, Part 2 3:50
  • 5 Lake Bodom 4:01
  • 6 The Nail 6:17
  • 7 Touch Like Angel of Death / [unknown] 7:20
  • 8 Children of Bodom 5:10
  • 9 Mass Hypnosis 4:07

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