A Tribute To The Reaper – Bloodorn’s digital single of “Needled 24/7” released

Reaper Entertainment is proud to announce the latest release from their unique tribute project “A Tribute To The Reaper”: Bloodorn deliver a powerful rendition of Children Of Bodom’s iconic track “Needled 24/7”, paying homage to Alexi Laiho and the legendary Finnish metal pioneers.

Bloodorn was founded in France in 2023 by Nils Courbaron, guitarist of Sirenia, and is rapidly emerging as a force in modern metal. Their style, often described as Extreme Power Metal, fuses the speed, precision, and anthemic drive of traditional power metal with contemporary heaviness and cutting-edge intensity, creating a fresh and explosive sound that pushes the boundaries of the genre.

With their crushing version of “Needled 24/7”, Bloodorn stay true to the raw energy and furious riffing of the original while bringing their own energy and intensity – a powerful tribute to Alexi Laiho’s legacy. The cover showcases Bloodorn’s technical mastery and passion, connecting generations of metal fans through one of the genre’s most celebrated songs.

This release also marks Bloodorn’s updated lineup: Jamie Hunt joins as a second guitarist, giving the band a dual-guitar attack for the first time (previously only Nils handled guitars). In addition, Clément Denys replaces former drummer Michael Brush, who stepped down due to time constraints. Clément adds fresh drive to the drums and also handled the video editing for the track.

The video can be seen here: 

The band comments:
“We’re very proud to be part of the bands paying tribute to Children Of Bodom on our label Reaper Entertainment’s compilation “A Tribute To The Reaper.” It’s time for us to unveil our cover of their iconic track “Needled 24/7,” from the 2003 album Hate Crew Deathroll. Alexi Laiho has always been one of Nils’ biggest influences, and it meant a lot to us to honor his legacy with this cover. Huge thanks to our label for the invitation, and to Vamacara Studio, where we once again recorded the track. This release also marks our first song featuring our second guitar player Jamie Hunt and our new drummer, Clément Denys, who just returned from touring with Obscura and also handled the video editing. We miss you Alexi.”

The track is available now digitally. It will also appear on the exclusive CD sampler “A Tribute To The Reaper”, available for free with all orders from the official Children Of Bodom Shop starting late October

This marks just the beginning – more singles and covers from the tribute project will follow soon.

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The Tracks so far:

• Elvenking – “Children Of Decadence”
  With their trademark blend of folk and symphonic elements, Elvenkingturn “Children Of Decadence” into a haunting anthem. The result is both majestic and raw – a version that honors the original while bearing the band’s unmistakable stamp.
   
• Parasite Inc. – “Homeland” (IneartheD cover)
  As a special highlight, Parasite Inc. went all the way back to Bodom’s roots – covering “Homeland” from Alexi Laiho’s pre-Bodom project IneartheD. Their version is a tribute to where it all began, delivering raw energy with a modern melodic death metal punch.
   
• Bloodorn – “Needled 24/7”
  Bloodorn unleash pure power with their fierce take on this Bodom classic. Staying true to its frantic speed and relentless aggression, they inject the song with their own modern edge – a blast of pure adrenaline.
   
• Horizon Ignited – “Sixpounder”
  With razor-sharp riffs and a crushing modern production, Horizon Ignitedgive “Sixpounder” a fresh, melodic death metal twist. Their rendition strikes a balance between raw heaviness and soaring atmosphere.
   
• Gladenfold – “Towards Dead End”
  Epic, melodic, and deeply emotional: Gladenfold transform this iconic track into a cinematic journey. Their version amplifies the dramatic core of the song, layering it with symphonic grandeur while preserving its fierce spirit.
   
• Final Strike – “Bodom After Midnight”
  Final Strike keep it fast, sharp, and uncompromising. Their rendition of “Bodom After Midnight”is a razor-edged tribute that channels the same unstoppable energy Alexi Laiho and co. ignited on stage.
   
• Kambrium – “Angels Don’t Kill”
  Kambrium’s powerful interpretation of “Angels Don’t Kill”  blends crushing symphonic death metal with the song’s brooding atmosphere. Monumental and dark, it turns into a soundtrack of pure might.
   
• Milking The Goatmachine – “Hate Me!”
  True to their mad spirit, Milking The Goatmachine take “Hate Me!” into absurd, brutal, and groovy territory. Their cover is both a violent homage and a tongue-in-cheek nod to Bodom’s rebellious attitude.
   
• Suotana – “Hatebreeder”
  Suotana bring their arctic melodic death force to “Hatebreeder”. Cold, sweeping, and ferocious, the track becomes an atmospheric blizzard – a perfect match of Finnish heritage and Suotana’s own identity.