Children Of Bodom’s “Follow The Reaper” back on Vinyl

To celebrate the 25th anniversary, Reaper Entertainment is finally bringing the legendary album “Follow The Reaper” back on vinyl. Fans can look forward to high-quality 180g vinyl in two exclusive colors – an absolute must-have for collectors and metalheads.

The anniversary edition is strictly limited and available exclusively through the Children Of Bodom Shop and Reaper Entertainment, giving fans the chance to own this iconic album in the best possible sound quality, straight from the label.

The third studio album from the Finnish metal icons remains a milestone of melodic death metal: blazing riffs, virtuosic solos, and Alexi Laiho’s unmistakable style make every track a classic.

Experience the album anew – loud, brutal, and finally back on vinyl!

Pre-Order the vinyl now.

“Follow The Reaper” will be out on December 19th, 2025.

Tracklist – “Follow The Reaper”

1. Follow the Reaper
2. Bodom After Midnight
3. Children Of Decadence
4. Everytime I Die
5. Mask Of Sanity
6. Taste Of My Scythe
7. Hate Me!
8. Northern Comfort
9. Kissing The Shadows

Rocket 88 Books has published the first official band biography of Children Of Bodom, which will tell their entire story. The book provides readers an unvarnished glimpse into the more than three decades of one of metal’s most significant bands. Current and past band members contribute to the oral history presentation of the Children Of Bodom biography. Along with other important players, keyboardist Janne Wirman, bassist Henkka Seppälä, drummer Jaska Raatikainen, and early guitarist Alexander Kuoppala narrate the band’s transformation from underground heroes to global superstars. Timo Isoaho, a best-selling Finnish author and close friend of the band, wrote the biography, which includes previously untold tales and exclusive new interviews. Get your copy by clicking here!

Alexi Laiho, the band’s late frontman, guitarist, singer, and major songwriter, who died in December 2020, is at the center of the book. The biography honors Laiho’s legacy in addition to providing a history of the band. The book explores the creation, ascent, and ultimate breakup of Children Of Bodom as Janne, Henkka, and Jaska reminisce about their early years with Alexi.