Video Editor: "During guitar solo we'll focus on drums. During keyboard solo we'll focus on bass player. During cool bass part we'll focus on drums again" RIP Alexi. I'm glad I got to see COB live multiple times.
INDEED his Melodies are ARE AND THEY WILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS AND MIND FOR EVER... I Carved 'COB' on my left Arm when I first heard Bed of Razors... the Mark is still somewhat visible.. (wasn't deep enough, and much of it disappeared in these 17 years).
SETLIST: 00:15 - Are You Dead Yet? 04:15 - Under Grass and Clover 08:08 - In Your Face 13:44 - Platitudes and Barren Words 18:04 - Angels Don't Kill 24:10 - This Road 28:30 - Hate Me! 33:12 - Downfall 39:10 - Hate Crew Deathroll I really mis COBHC.
Honestly... It was time. Let's be honest, they sound like shit on here. And I've loved that band for almost twenty years now. Compare their rendition of downfall with tuska 2003 or seoul 2001.
This is him in his falling health and still put on a hell of a show. Those vocals with lead guitars wooh. Man was a legend of the game. Rest in Peace Mr. Laiho \m/
This is what I keep saying, the guy had health issues but kicked ass until he died, even on stage. "Wow cob sucked in their later years" fuck you. Go do what he did
Not to be cruel, but his failing health was due to his own lifestyle. This is yet another lesson to look after ourselves and not abuse our bodies. RIP Alexi.
@@stubones maybe some people want to live to 90 years old and live a t total, non drinking / smoking life and healthy diet etc and post pointless comments on youtube. But this man lived his life creating excellent music and he LIVED longer than most people will. He's a legend and it was his choice to drink so much alcohol, not anyone else's business. In all honesty I'm surprised he survived to 41... His legacy will live on forever
I saw Bodom about 5 months before this show, and he actually looks a thousand times better in this video than he did when I saw him live. I gasped when he walked out on stage because he looked like skin and bones. He hardly moved around the stage, didn't headbang, and just looked weak and paper white. I saw this video when it came out and it made me optimistic that he had gotten better. It really sucks that he's gone.
@@eightyblox6829 I heard a lot of these comments. And as a musician and guitar player too, when I saw them giving relentless reckless forever, I just could hear Lexi from 3 m distance, and Jesus, it. was fuckin perfect tho. At the time comments about his playability were raining.. but excellent performance I could witness!
I never felt sadder when someone from the world of music died. Like a part of me died. When I was very young COB changed the world of music for me and they influenced it the most of all. Every album is perfect and special, he put his soul into every song and note he played. But unfortunately the disease is stronger and he doesn't ask for years .... Those 10 albums will remain a great history and will be listened to forever. Thank you for everything Alexi, I'll see you one day on the other side.
Alexi was one of the best guitarists of our lifetime. Even if you “hate “ them Go back and listen to just Lexi’s solos he was truly one of a kinda. Always different always classical inspired always fucking amazing
Why would anyone "hate" them? It's like sex and pizza. Well. I Guess if somone didnt like metal. As a metal fan I find COB and Alexi irresistible. Rest in peace metal hero, say hi to Dime and Randy, and now Eddie and Leslie. Shit time for hard rock and metal fans.
I couldn't agree more man. I just know people in my personal life that don't give things a chance. Shame with metal cause some people miss out on so much talent.
I am metal fan and I hate his music. Years ago i deliberatly crushed my own Hatebreeder casette cause I couldn't stand all this crappy solos. cheers mate
After decades of devotion to mostly mainstream rock I'm just now getting into these hardcore European metal bands and holy shit - these guys were unbelievable. Lots of catching up to do. Sucks because I'm instantly fascinated with the frontman's performance only to find out he died. Very sad, but he obviously made his mark and then some. RIP, bro.....if watching a video of you for the first time blew me away your longtime fans must be devastated.
Got that right. Still a little, and honestly just started listening to them because of an article that claimed he sh*t talked Dream Theater (he didn't actually, all he said was basically they don't seem to get into the atmosphere and he'd (Alexi) would rather miss a note, or change a song from the album version, than not move around on stage) , was instantly impressed and the live shows were something else Can kind of see it at 11:48 or 11:47 when his skips a sweep and just stares out, he could've done it exactly like the track, but live the silence had a big impact on the song
Children of Bodom is a great gateway into (melodic) metal, see also: Gamma Ray, Dream Theater, Sonata Arctica. Must-watch if you like CoB: ruclips.net/video/jjkZymZFL84/видео.html
@@DuffyLONER64 Damn, you´ve got a lot of catching up to do. I´ve been listening to CoB for almost 14 years now, I´ve grown up with this music and CoB are one of the main reasons I startedplaying the guitar. If you wanna see some (drunk) fun times with the boys look for "Trashed and lost in Helsinki": basically CoB gettin drunk and doing funny and dumb stuff.
Same here. I have had the entire discography playing on repeat for the last 4 months straight. Its absolutely amazing and i kick myself for not taking the time to dive into it before hand. Fortunately i was able to see CoB live in 2008 at the gigantour with megadeth. Sucks that i really dont remember any of it and didnt know any of the songs at the time. I was also only 12 and just there for megadeth lol. One thing i do remember is alexis presence on stage was just hard as fuck the entire time. Also mid show they went into the opening of Dont stop believing by Journey and alexi had an entire arena of metalheads singing along to it. It was cool as fuck and im actually shedding a tear just thinking back and writing about it lol RIP alexi
@@ShiD-FARD Under Glass and clover.... Great alexi, writing and singing from heart... he was real, unique and so talented. Calling a Hymn for his near death. Sad but always remember the Alexi so powerfull, charismatic and beatiful person, artist and... never forgetted
You can hear him. Most of the time his guitar is panned hard left so just remove your right headphone/earphone/speaker.. Daniel is definitely a lot louder in the stereo mix but he's a legendary guitarist too!
Imo the most underrated aspect about Alexi and bodom as a whole was their ability to make ear pleasing music, even if it some call it cheesy they still went there and made sick music doing it that appealed and reached a bunch of kids like me and made us wanna shred on guitar and sing in a band. RIP
How bout the fuckin vocals?? Nobody says a god damn thing about that. Who doesnt love all the "fucks" and grunts and "yow yows" and the general screaming and just really badass vocals in general.
Man, the skills it take to be able to play guitar like and sing. Just mind blowing. I remember learning how to hit the base drum independent of the snare and it felt like my mind was literally undoing a knot, lol. Can't imagine the mental process with singing/playing guitar at that level. Insanely impressive.
You are the reason why I've always wanted to have a Jackson V guitar, which I finally bought in 2007. Your image is what I have always imitated. It's just too sad that we can't escape death's grasp even when it takes the most wonderful, talented, driven and inspirational people of our lives. You'll live forever in our hearts, play persistently in our minds, and resonate endlessly in our ears. Rest in peace, Alex "Wildchild" Laiho. 🖤
My childhood favourite. These guys will always be close to my heart. Sad to see it ended like it did, but if there's no passion anymore then I guess it's time to move on in life.
@UK MGTOW Maiden doesn't have to tour that much anymore to keep making the money to provide for their families. And they deserve that. But COB didn't make that much anymore after the AYDY era.
My first metal concert was Children of Bodom with my now husband. It was our first date together. I’ve been listening to them since I was 14 and I’m 31 now. You will truly be missed Alexi! Definitely going to keep your music alive in our household with our kids 🤘🏻🤘🏻Rip 🙏🏻
Can't believe he passed away. So much talented artist like him deserves a long life. Grew up with this songs, it means so much for me, and knowing that I will never see him on a stage ever it's devastating. Rest in peace, one of the truly best guitars and band leaders.
I saw COB twice. Once in 2005 w/Nevermore in Buffalo. Once on Mayhem. Halo of Blood tour. Hard to believe Alexi is gone. So young. Hopefully he can find peace.
I never heard of him until 10 minutes ago. My RUclips homepage recommended to watch a live shred demo of his songs and just tore it up, magical playing i was like WOW. Then i scrolled to the comments and people were giving condolences.
You died so young, tragic passing, shocked us all. We love you man, thank you for sharing your gift with us. Hope your rocking with Hendrix and the rest of the crew. Gone, but not forgotten. Your friend, Your fan ~ Laurynn . RIP
@@supernatural9r406 Jimmy Hendrix was honestly not that talented but daring and above all odds. Alexi would smoke Jimmy any day. All day. Everyday. And this isnt even close to my favorite music nor my favorite band by any means.
Martin Wilhelmi Yeah, it does suck but don't be sad it's over, be happy it happened. At least it happened. CoB, Van Halen actually happened and made the best of history. Those are the times we should remember during this time.
not being able to see children of bodom with alexi in the band in person would be the biggest regret in my life now.. they came to mainland china only twice and i missed them both...i could have gone to finland for study but my parents didn't allow me to. poor me. i miss him so much.
don't be so sad... i'm finnish and i didn't see them either even though i had plenty of time 😭 my biggest regret too. just insane i skipped this concert thinking there'll be others.. i'm seriously so mad at myself 😡😂 i was going to go see them and f-king cancelled just before 😭😭 imsostupidimsostupid imsostupidimsostupidimsostupidimsostupidimsostupid
So good! Pouring out what’s left of his soul into it. I always was aware of COB but after his passing listening and watching more and it’s criminal how underrated Alexi was, tearing it up and singing too. What a badass! Peace shredder, rest well.
I feel frustrated when they came to my hometown a couple of years ago and I couldn't go. I will miss them so much. Your music saved me from my teenage agony. Thank you COBHC.
as soon as i know he was dead i was just put all my CD collection of Children of Bodom for 3 days in the row and listening it,i was luky i see all his show in montreal since 1998
Brings tears to my eyes to see this. Tears of joy, to hear these songs and that amazing guitar....but same time tears of sorrow, to know that we won't never ever hear anything like this
I was lucky to be here at the last UK performance and what an honour it's was , bloodstock is awesome , rest in peace Alexi you will always be a major part of my daily playlist
Rip brother, way too young just like i lost my dad due to illness. For everybody enjoy life.. every day. Time is important not the most cash in the world can buy time, remember that !
When I was young, Follow The Reaper played everywhere I went and got me through so much. I'll never forget those times nor you, Alexi.. RIP... Your legend will live forever in metal!!!!!!!!!!!
Братцы, это потеря, я когда узнал не поверил. Самое удивительное в том, что все металлисты сразу всплочаюся вместе и передают не новости а записи с лайвов!!!!!!!
"My pain is constant and sharp and I do not hope for a better world for anyone, in fact I want my pain to be inflicted on others." ...this gave me goosebumps after hearing the news. RIP Alexi.
Alexi was so good and it's nice to see his playing improve live and he went at his best even though he was struggling. R.i.p my metal brother, I still miss you, can't believe it has almost been a year 🤯😔
God this brings back so many memories of music festivals passed! I am the luckiest person alive to have seen him play live several times before he passed! RIP Alexi!
Since Liaho’s passing COB is all that I’ve been listening to. Truly one of the best and most inspirational metal bands ever. Lots of imitators but their sound was unique and of its self. Have not heard a lot of the “newer” stuff since are you dead yet. I love all their early work and I think are you dead yet was the pinnacle of their work but I like the newer songs I heard here. I was lucky enough to see them live more than once.
I'm sad that I never got to see Alexi shred live. Just a sad day. Hate Crew Deathroll was my album when I was in high school. Thank you for your music Alexi! You will be missed! One of the greatest to pick up a guitar!
I'm so glad I was there that day, it was the last time I've seen them live! Rest In Power Alexi....you will be missed but never forgotten!!! Your music lives on forever! You guys were one of the biggest inspirations for our band!
I also wanted to add how amazing Daniel Freyberg's performance was here. His tone is absolutely killer and really cuts deep through the entire show. I've noticed in watching COB concert footage that the second guitarists seem to be louder than Alexi in the mix and wasn't sure if the band did that intentionally or if it's just coincidence, but either way it sounds fantastic - so heavy! Fuck I wish this band were still around!
It's really obvious here that Alexis guitar is the lowest of all instrument on the stage. Can't be unintentional. The backup vocals seem higher then the main even.
100 percent Daniel HAD to be louder in the mix. Alexi was one of the best guitarists in the world but he was very ill. Alexis Vox sound brilliant but at this point unfortunately Daniel and Janne were the main sound. Although it's hard panned left and right most of the time so you can choose to listen to AL or DF
P.s. everyone think about his commitment to performing. Newer songs like "this road" are a bloody nightmare to play. And they're playing it faster than the record!
Those natural harmonics in the riff are doable by any proficient guitarist but not whilst they're very ill on stage in front if a large audience. Daniel really helped Alexi keep COB going for the last bit of their lifespan. It's tragic we've lost such a legend. I'll stop now xx
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RIP Laiho. You'll be missed.
Woke up to this news from a friend. A little gutted.
@@Watercooler89 same here. :-(
So sad
I have read it now. It is so SAD. He was genius and GREAT PERSON.
He died by the numbers.. he died at age 41 on the 4th of the 1st month.. watch to learn more..ruclips.net/video/o6h0tOJntRw/видео.html
We are beyond shocked, Saddened and devastated to hear of the passing of Alexi, our deepest sympathies go out to his family and loved ones
Wut?! 😱😭
@@DarkRedman31 yes he passed away .. sadly
R.I.P. Alexi 🙏🖤🙏🤘🎸🤘🖤🖤
Did Covid got him?
@@hardrocksinterklaas9623 nope. He had health issues for years.
Video Editor: "During guitar solo we'll focus on drums. During keyboard solo we'll focus on bass player. During cool bass part we'll focus on drums again" RIP Alexi. I'm glad I got to see COB live multiple times.
why have they always done this shit for decades now lol. #FILMSOLOS
Its bcuz they have no clue about music and whats going on musically. They really should learn about that stuff
@Bart Lee that was deliberate as Alexi was suffering. Daniel was leading the guitars without being main lead guitarist if that makes sense at all
@Bart Lee strange thing is he looks much healthier here than before. RIP
LOL!!!! I was just wondering about that: "mannn!!! I don't want do watch drummer's back while guiar solos are burning all the place down!!!".
Came here after hearing the death of Alexi laiho!! Shocked!! Devastated!! He was one of the greatest of his genre!! :(
R.I.P ALEXI
R.I.P
Same, I’m crushed by this news
Same here man! :(
fuck man i'm finding out RIP Alexi ....really comes here listen COB but I didn't think read your this one
Dear Alexi Laiho, your songs and melodies will live forever in our souls. Rest in music, wildchild. 🖤
Very aptly put. Totally agree.
im sad:(
INDEED his Melodies are ARE AND THEY WILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS AND MIND FOR EVER... I Carved 'COB' on my left Arm when I first heard Bed of Razors... the Mark is still somewhat visible.. (wasn't deep enough, and much of it disappeared in these 17 years).
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SETLIST:
00:15 - Are You Dead Yet?
04:15 - Under Grass and Clover
08:08 - In Your Face
13:44 - Platitudes and Barren Words
18:04 - Angels Don't Kill
24:10 - This Road
28:30
- Hate Me!
33:12 - Downfall
39:10 - Hate Crew Deathroll
I really mis COBHC.
me too
You can chek the band bodom after midnight, but it is alexi and the guitarist from COBHC, but not others members of COBHC.
😭😭😭😭😭😭
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Honestly... It was time. Let's be honest, they sound like shit on here. And I've loved that band for almost twenty years now. Compare their rendition of downfall with tuska 2003 or seoul 2001.
This is him in his falling health and still put on a hell of a show. Those vocals with lead guitars wooh. Man was a legend of the game. Rest in Peace Mr. Laiho \m/
This is what I keep saying, the guy had health issues but kicked ass until he died, even on stage. "Wow cob sucked in their later years" fuck you. Go do what he did
Not to be cruel, but his failing health was due to his own lifestyle. This is yet another lesson to look after ourselves and not abuse our bodies. RIP Alexi.
@@stubones maybe some people want to live to 90 years old and live a t total, non drinking / smoking life and healthy diet etc and post pointless comments on youtube. But this man lived his life creating excellent music and he LIVED longer than most people will. He's a legend and it was his choice to drink so much alcohol, not anyone else's business. In all honesty I'm surprised he survived to 41... His legacy will live on forever
I saw Bodom about 5 months before this show, and he actually looks a thousand times better in this video than he did when I saw him live. I gasped when he walked out on stage because he looked like skin and bones. He hardly moved around the stage, didn't headbang, and just looked weak and paper white. I saw this video when it came out and it made me optimistic that he had gotten better. It really sucks that he's gone.
@@eightyblox6829 I heard a lot of these comments. And as a musician and guitar player too, when I saw them giving relentless reckless forever, I just could hear Lexi from 3 m distance, and Jesus, it. was fuckin perfect tho. At the time comments about his playability were raining.. but excellent performance I could witness!
I never felt sadder when someone from the world of music died. Like a part of me died. When I was very young COB changed the world of music for me and they influenced it the most of all. Every album is perfect and special, he put his soul into every song and note he played. But unfortunately the disease is stronger and he doesn't ask for years .... Those 10 albums will remain a great history and will be listened to forever. Thank you for everything Alexi, I'll see you one day on the other side.
Same. Still feeling Weird about it. Pretty much like beethoven to me
Dime, Chester, and Alexi hit different. Gone way too soon.
I know what you mean I feel the same way bro 😢❤
Children of Bodom got me through high school. Anytime I was feeling shitty I would blare COD in the headphones and all sorrows would disappear
Bro, same! Those kids never had a clue why we looked at them that way! COB in the ears!
Same 🎉 bro ✌
Metal fans are happier than other music fans
With Chuck Schuldiner, Alexi Laiho was one of the best metal guitarist.
Dimebag Darrell, Randy Rhoads🤔🤔🤔🤔
and Legendary Alex Van HAlen
@@Nugtroen Alex is the drummer....
@@Simebag_ probably meant Eddie.
@@TeeDee87 👍
Alexi was one of the best guitarists of our lifetime. Even if you “hate “ them Go back and listen to just Lexi’s solos he was truly one of a kinda. Always different always classical inspired always fucking amazing
Danke leider kann der keine Klampfe spielen
Why would anyone "hate" them? It's like sex and pizza. Well. I Guess if somone didnt like metal. As a metal fan I find COB and Alexi irresistible. Rest in peace metal hero, say hi to Dime and Randy, and now Eddie and Leslie. Shit time for hard rock and metal fans.
I couldn't agree more man. I just know people in my personal life that don't give things a chance. Shame with metal cause some people miss out on so much talent.
I am metal fan and I hate his music. Years ago i deliberatly crushed my own Hatebreeder casette cause I couldn't stand all this crappy solos. cheers mate
Agree he was incredible guitarist xx
After decades of devotion to mostly mainstream rock I'm just now getting into these hardcore European metal bands and holy shit - these guys were unbelievable. Lots of catching up to do. Sucks because I'm instantly fascinated with the frontman's performance only to find out he died. Very sad, but he obviously made his mark and then some. RIP, bro.....if watching a video of you for the first time blew me away your longtime fans must be devastated.
Got that right. Still a little, and honestly just started listening to them because of an article that claimed he sh*t talked Dream Theater (he didn't actually, all he said was basically they don't seem to get into the atmosphere and he'd (Alexi) would rather miss a note, or change a song from the album version, than not move around on stage) , was instantly impressed and the live shows were something else
Can kind of see it at 11:48 or 11:47 when his skips a sweep and just stares out, he could've done it exactly like the track, but live the silence had a big impact on the song
Children of Bodom is a great gateway into (melodic) metal, see also: Gamma Ray, Dream Theater, Sonata Arctica.
Must-watch if you like CoB: ruclips.net/video/jjkZymZFL84/видео.html
Wow. Been listening to Bodom for 15 years. I can’t believe he is gone.
Me too its so sad!
Same :(
@Boris Sladakovic since about 2006 for me sir. so sad heartbreaking & shocking.
My English friend introduced me to Bodom, Wintersun & Ensiferum all in the same day back in early 2006.
@@FurbyParade226 must be a real good friend. Those 3 bands are great.
R.I.P. Alexi Laiho. One of the best metal frontmans all time...
Rip Legend
Your riffs will stay with us forever
i'm amazed how even singing he always plays the lead, just a legend on his work
actually that's not true but he is a legend
@@michaelgrahamwongacutemadness that's what he ment.
RIP guitar hero. We all Japanese fan never forget your brilliant play. HCDR.
I’m so mad that I’m JUST getting in to Children of Bodom after Alexi Laiho’s passing. RIP
same. didn't know of them until i heard, and now i'm loving everything i hear... damn shame
I never gave them a chance, but it makes you appreciate the music more especially when petrov of entombed passed away . Too many legends passing away.
@@DuffyLONER64 Damn, you´ve got a lot of catching up to do.
I´ve been listening to CoB for almost 14 years now, I´ve grown up with this music and CoB are one of the main reasons I startedplaying the guitar.
If you wanna see some (drunk) fun times with the boys look for "Trashed and lost in Helsinki": basically CoB gettin drunk and doing funny and dumb stuff.
Same here. I have had the entire discography playing on repeat for the last 4 months straight. Its absolutely amazing and i kick myself for not taking the time to dive into it before hand. Fortunately i was able to see CoB live in 2008 at the gigantour with megadeth. Sucks that i really dont remember any of it and didnt know any of the songs at the time. I was also only 12 and just there for megadeth lol. One thing i do remember is alexis presence on stage was just hard as fuck the entire time. Also mid show they went into the opening of Dont stop believing by Journey and alexi had an entire arena of metalheads singing along to it. It was cool as fuck and im actually shedding a tear just thinking back and writing about it lol RIP alexi
OMG, SACRILEGE
You can’t listen to his lyrics now and not feel something... He’s known the reaper’s embrace was close the entire time. RIP.
His passing makes the entire hexed album have an eerie vibe in my opinion. It changes the perspective of the album completely once he died
@@ShiD-FARD Under Glass and clover.... Great alexi, writing and singing from heart... he was real, unique and so talented. Calling a Hymn for his near death. Sad but always remember the Alexi so powerfull, charismatic and beatiful person, artist and... never forgetted
You can hear him. Most of the time his guitar is panned hard left so just remove your right headphone/earphone/speaker..
Daniel is definitely a lot louder in the stereo mix but he's a legendary guitarist too!
Imo the most underrated aspect about Alexi and bodom as a whole was their ability to make ear pleasing music, even if it some call it cheesy they still went there and made sick music doing it that appealed and reached a bunch of kids like me and made us wanna shred on guitar and sing in a band. RIP
How bout the fuckin vocals?? Nobody says a god damn thing about that. Who doesnt love all the "fucks" and grunts and "yow yows" and the general screaming and just really badass vocals in general.
@@noname-md6pw I love his vocals, but the shredding is what I personally listen to CoB for. They're great and fit the music perfect.
@@MichaelHemotoxin i listen to bodom for the whole damn package. They just have so much awesome character. And yea, can't get enough of his vocals.
@@noname-md6pw Thats what i mean the drums shred, the guitars shred, the bass and keys shred, and the vocals shred
@@MichaelHemotoxin damn straight! :)
Holy shit. This was the first and only time I have seen him. Alexi, may you rest in peace, man.
At least u got to see him... imagine listening to him for 15 years and never getting to see him. :( So sad
@@sithvader2910 agreed.
I'm with you brother, my first and only time seeing COB and Alexi.. So heartbreaking
Man, the skills it take to be able to play guitar like and sing. Just mind blowing. I remember learning how to hit the base drum independent of the snare and it felt like my mind was literally undoing a knot, lol. Can't imagine the mental process with singing/playing guitar at that level. Insanely impressive.
This band was my introduction to extreme metal. Couldn’t be happier about it. Currently crying watching Alexi play this set. What a legend 😭
You are the reason why I've always wanted to have a Jackson V guitar, which I finally bought in 2007. Your image is what I have always imitated. It's just too sad that we can't escape death's grasp even when it takes the most wonderful, talented, driven and inspirational people of our lives. You'll live forever in our hearts, play persistently in our minds, and resonate endlessly in our ears. Rest in peace, Alex "Wildchild" Laiho. 🖤
Gracias por toda esa hermosa musica que nos diste . Descansa en paz Alexi
One of the things that will always hurt me is that I never saw Children live and never will. Still gives me tears. RIP Alexi
My childhood favourite. These guys will always be close to my heart. Sad to see it ended like it did, but if there's no passion anymore then I guess it's time to move on in life.
Dont, check out Bodom After Midnight, they will have passion to continue.
its not passion though if you are 40 with a family you just dont have the energy or the time to tour the world playing this kind of music
@UK MGTOW Maiden doesn't have to tour that much anymore to keep making the money to provide for their families. And they deserve that. But COB didn't make that much anymore after the AYDY era.
They didnt quit because of lack of passion. They had disagreements
Laiho wouldnt continue If he didn't have the passion
My first metal concert was Children of Bodom with my now husband. It was our first date together. I’ve been listening to them since I was 14 and I’m 31 now. You will truly be missed Alexi! Definitely going to keep your music alive in our household with our kids 🤘🏻🤘🏻Rip 🙏🏻
Wow very Romantic story
Children of bodom affected to you in life
That's B - E - A UTIFUL!🖤🤘
12 to 33 here. Practically dissected every album with my brain. Follow the Reaper was legendary when it came out
Alexi fuiste, eres y serás mi ídolo del escenario musical, gracias por tanto.
Came here to pay my respects to the man himself.
RIP Lahio! Desde Ecuador, la Mitad de Mundo... Tus riffs me han sacado siempre de cabeza... Descansa en Paz
Dear Alexi, I named my son after you. Thank you for your music. Rest in Power.
Can't believe he passed away. So much talented artist like him deserves a long life. Grew up with this songs, it means so much for me, and knowing that I will never see him on a stage ever it's devastating. Rest in peace, one of the truly best guitars and band leaders.
I saw COB twice. Once in 2005 w/Nevermore in Buffalo. Once on Mayhem. Halo of Blood tour. Hard to believe Alexi is gone. So young. Hopefully he can find peace.
Rest Easy Alexi... A huge musical idol or mine. ♥
Man wtf, I can’t believe this. It was way too soon. Another one of my guitar heroes gone, but never forgotten
RIP Alexi! Been listening for over a decade and I was fortunate to see you live in 2019! One of the best shows, you will be missed brother!
I never heard of him until 10 minutes ago. My RUclips homepage recommended to watch a live shred demo of his songs and just tore it up, magical playing i was like WOW. Then i scrolled to the comments and people were giving condolences.
These guys were what brought me to more extreme metal.
Rest In Peace Wildchild, thank you for your music and melodies.
Death is sad... but be thankfull for all the great music he made❤ rest in peace
You died so young, tragic passing, shocked us all. We love you man, thank you for sharing your gift with us. Hope your rocking with Hendrix and the rest of the crew. Gone, but not forgotten. Your friend, Your fan ~ Laurynn . RIP
Dont Compared this Untalented Guitarist who Creates Noise , with Jimi Hendrix.
@@supernatural9r406 get your head outta your ass bro
@@supernatural9r406 Jimmy Hendrix was honestly not that talented but daring and above all odds. Alexi would smoke Jimmy any day. All day. Everyday. And this isnt even close to my favorite music nor my favorite band by any means.
Best metal band ever. Split up is a tragedy. Eddie van Halen died and COB split up. My biggest idols are gone. Rough times.
but alexi laiho have new band Bodom after midnight and they children of bodom songs durin live soooooooooooo bodom is back i guess
Martin Wilhelmi Yeah, it does suck but don't be sad it's over, be happy it happened. At least it happened. CoB, Van Halen actually happened and made the best of history. Those are the times we should remember during this time.
And with todays new it gets even worse :( RIP Alexi
It's so sad! Today Alexi Laiho joined Eddie van Halen in Heaven to rock together...
Alexi dued as well, sad year 2020 , but his riffs and solos will live forever
Can’t believe he’s gone😭😭
We love Him!!!
@Soldagg I know he suffered from long term health problems. I didn't know they were alcohol related
I notice he had been looking so frail in recent years so..😞
@Soldagg shit, he doesn't look good in this video. Man I'm so bummed right now.
@@hadesthebassist yeah, i agree... something was definitely debilitating him.
Came here to pay my respect. A legend.
not being able to see children of bodom with alexi in the band in person would be the biggest regret in my life now.. they came to mainland china only twice and i missed them both...i could have gone to finland for study but my parents didn't allow me to. poor me. i miss him so much.
don't be so sad... i'm finnish and i didn't see them either even though i had plenty of time 😭 my biggest regret too. just insane i skipped this concert thinking there'll be others.. i'm seriously so mad at myself 😡😂 i was going to go see them and f-king cancelled just before 😭😭 imsostupidimsostupid imsostupidimsostupidimsostupidimsostupidimsostupid
RIP Alexi!! You where an amazing guitarist!! Childhood memories listening to Bodom ❤
So good! Pouring out what’s left of his soul into it. I always was aware of COB but after his passing listening and watching more and it’s criminal how underrated Alexi was, tearing it up and singing too. What a badass! Peace shredder, rest well.
R.I.P Children Of Bodom 1993-2019
What ??
@@canetontetard6219 15 December 2019.
Last concert in Helsinki.
And RIP Alexi
@@mutilasijelangkungmelodeat2286 seriously? ¦\
@@markthereaper yes sadly 😩
My baby Alexi, RIP 2021 ♥️
YOUR MUSIC WILL BE FOREVER
I feel frustrated when they came to my hometown a couple of years ago and I couldn't go. I will miss them so much. Your music saved me from my teenage agony. Thank you COBHC.
I really miss Bodom... Glad I got to see them a bunch of times! COBHC!
Thanks Alexi for helping me through my adolescence, from Argentina 🇦🇷
Алекси ты был Великим Музыкантом!) Лучшие годы под твоë музло!)
Базара нет, сижу грущу, но рад что успел послушать их в живую
а че он выпилился то? корона?
@@mpeg4324 нет. Лечился от чего то долго
@@user-nz8yz2gp1b да, на последних фото было видно, что сдал сильно. Выглядел не по возрасту
@@Aggronox1 он алкоголик, поэтому плохо выглядит
Алекси, покойся с миром. Ты был отличным гитаристом и делал интересную музыку. Нам будет тебя не хватать....
In total shock! Thank you Alexi for everything you brought to the world, it goes beyond music. Rest in peace brother, we'll miss you!
R.I.P. Alexi - 04/01/2021
One of my influences since I was a teenager!
Thanks for all the music you've helped create! 🤘🏻
One of my favorite guitar players/band.
RIP Alexi!
Лёха, спасибо за отличное детство! Я вырос на твоих треках!
Thanks for posting
RIP to a fucking legend, when I actually played guitar I would read his columns for tips, he taught me a ton through the years.
El metal seguirá gracias a artistas como el
as soon as i know he was dead i was just put all my CD collection of Children of Bodom for 3 days in the row and listening it,i was luky i see all his show in montreal since 1998
RIP Wildchild. Thank you for everything.
Brings tears to my eyes to see this. Tears of joy, to hear these songs and that amazing guitar....but same time tears of sorrow, to know that we won't never ever hear anything like this
I was lucky to be here at the last UK performance and what an honour it's was , bloodstock is awesome , rest in peace Alexi you will always be a major part of my daily playlist
Rest in peace wildchild laiho .You are one of my best inspirations. love from norway to suomi finland!
I've been watching live clips all day. He really was one of the best metal guitarists of the last two decades.
RIP Alexi thanks for the music and the energy ! You ll be missed
We will miss you a lot brother thanks for which means still a fans of you since 2013
Everything ends. I'm happy that I was able to see these guys live right before the splitting up.
Wait..they split??? Wtf..when did this happen?! :(
December 2019. Their last gig was in helsinki
It's okay
Alexi is making a new Bodom band "Bodom After Midnight"
So the legacy will continue (:
I got to see them at Mr Smalls last year and im so happy that i did it was the best show ive been to
And why did they split
RIP Alexi Laiho. An incredible musician has been lost.
I saw COB in Sweden 2006 when I was a teenager. Miss those days. Thank's for everything Alexi
Thank you Alexi!
R.I.P. legend... Your music saved my life so many times. I'll always remember you.
RIP Alexi! Hard to believe he is gone so early. The world loses another great one... only the good die young.
Only time I see them, RIP
Thanks for the show
Godspeed you legend, we love you Alexi!
R.I.P. Alexi you are the great man. Children of Bodom one of the most great band ever! always and forever in heart.
Rip brother, way too young just like i lost my dad due to illness. For everybody enjoy life.. every day. Time is important not the most cash in the world can buy time, remember that !
Such a talented musician, anyone who can play those leads, and sing and play at the same time is amazing. Massive loss😔
When I was young, Follow The Reaper played everywhere I went and got me through so much. I'll never forget those times nor you, Alexi.. RIP... Your legend will live forever in metal!!!!!!!!!!!
Братцы, это потеря, я когда узнал не поверил. Самое удивительное в том, что все металлисты сразу всплочаюся вместе и передают не новости а записи с лайвов!!!!!!!
"My pain is constant and sharp and I do not hope for a better world for anyone, in fact I want my pain to be inflicted on others."
...this gave me goosebumps after hearing the news. RIP Alexi.
Alexi was so good and it's nice to see his playing improve live and he went at his best even though he was struggling. R.i.p my metal brother, I still miss you, can't believe it has almost been a year 🤯😔
Glad I got to see them live. Put on a badass show.
Lucky enough to see Bodom 5-6 times!!! RIP Alexi. I'm crushed!!!
Got to meet them on this tour and share the same stage with them in Romania metalhead meeting, nice bunch of guys
Seen them live 2x I’m so thankful.
rest in peace WildChild. and thank you for all the awesome music.
Unique composer, shredder, melodist, vocalist. Nobody else did not mix groove metal, metalcore, neoclassic, power metal in one song.
I can't stand metalcore but your right this is great melodic thrash metal at it's best! 😁
Thank you for the Childhood, Alexi. Rest in Peace :(
God this brings back so many memories of music festivals passed! I am the luckiest person alive to have seen him play live several times before he passed! RIP Alexi!
Wow! What a concert! 🔥 Wish I could see them live! RIP Alexi, you were a fantastic musician! 🤘🔥
Since Liaho’s passing COB is all that I’ve been listening to. Truly one of the best and most inspirational metal bands ever. Lots of imitators but their sound was unique and of its self. Have not heard a lot of the “newer” stuff since are you dead yet. I love all their early work and I think are you dead yet was the pinnacle of their work but I like the newer songs I heard here. I was lucky enough to see them live more than once.
You are missing out, All For Nothing off their I Worship Chaos album is heart wrenching
@@kingmagpie666 I’ll listen to it right now
@@WatchUnwind keep it real brother 🤘🏻🥹
Sou grato por ter conseguido ver éssa incrível Banda no Brasil, antes deles terem parado as atividades, sentirei muita falta
Eu tbm! Vi desde o início deles aqui tbm! Tudo acaba um dia! Que pena!😢Abraços
Imagino que tenha sido incrível! Infelizmente eu nunca conseguirei ver. 😭 RIP Laiho
sentimos mais dor agora, infelizmente
I'm sad that I never got to see Alexi shred live. Just a sad day. Hate Crew Deathroll was my album when I was in high school. Thank you for your music Alexi! You will be missed! One of the greatest to pick up a guitar!
I'm so glad I was there that day, it was the last time I've seen them live! Rest In Power Alexi....you will be missed but never forgotten!!! Your music lives on forever! You guys were one of the biggest inspirations for our band!
I also wanted to add how amazing Daniel Freyberg's performance was here. His tone is absolutely killer and really cuts deep through the entire show. I've noticed in watching COB concert footage that the second guitarists seem to be louder than Alexi in the mix and wasn't sure if the band did that intentionally or if it's just coincidence, but either way it sounds fantastic - so heavy! Fuck I wish this band were still around!
It's really obvious here that Alexis guitar is the lowest of all instrument on the stage. Can't be unintentional. The backup vocals seem higher then the main even.
100 percent Daniel HAD to be louder in the mix. Alexi was one of the best guitarists in the world but he was very ill. Alexis Vox sound brilliant but at this point unfortunately Daniel and Janne were the main sound.
Although it's hard panned left and right most of the time so you can choose to listen to AL or DF
P.s. everyone think about his commitment to performing. Newer songs like "this road" are a bloody nightmare to play. And they're playing it faster than the record!
Those natural harmonics in the riff are doable by any proficient guitarist but not whilst they're very ill on stage in front if a large audience.
Daniel really helped Alexi keep COB going for the last bit of their lifespan.
It's tragic we've lost such a legend. I'll stop now xx
Descanse em paz guerreiro 😞🖤
Shred in peace homie
Looks like we're blasting COB tonight. RIP dude, you touched tons with the time you got 🤘🖤