A Tribute To The Reaper – Final Strike’s digital single of “Bodom After Midnight” released

With ferocious precision and pure metal fury, Final Strike unleash their take on the legendary “Bodom After Midnight” — a song that defined an era of melodic death metal and the indomitable spirit of Alexi Laiho.

Rather than simply revisiting the track, the band channels its original energy into a full-throttle explosion of aggression and attitude. From the first cutting riff to the final roar, Final Strike deliver a performance that’s both faithful and forward-driving — blending razor-sharp musicianship with modern power and precision.

Their version doesn’t just pay homage — it reignites the flame. It’s the sound of a band honoring a hero while carving their own mark into his legacy.

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Final Strike comment:

When we were asked to take part in this tribute project honoring Children of Bodom, our answer was an immediate and obvious yes! Choosing which song to cover didn’t take long either — Bodom After Midnight felt like the perfect fit for us to make our own. Children of Bodom has played a huge role in shaping the metal scene and has been a constant presence in our speakers as we grew up. Covering this powerful track has been an absolute blast. The whole process came together naturally, and we’re incredibly proud of how our version turned out.
We’re truly honored to be part of this tribute to our northern brothers, alongside so many other amazing bands who share the same respect and admiration for Children of Bodom’s legacy.

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The track is available now on all digital platforms and 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 in December.

This release marks another electrifying entry in the “A Tribute To The Reaper” project — a celebration of Alexi Laiho’s enduring legacy, uniting bands across generations and genres in honor of one of metal’s greatest icons.

 Follow the official playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3K6DWe8yxG3rw1va3cfFlj

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The upcoming tracks:

• 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.
   
• Metal De Facto – “Lake Bodom”
  Metal De Facto dive into the haunting depths of “Lake Bodom”, reawakening one of Children Of Bodom’s most iconic anthems.