Bodom After Midnight - "Hate Me!" @ Tavastia 25.10.2020

Alexi Laiho´s (Children Of Bodom) new band Bodom After Midnight performing "Hate Me!" at the band´s third ever show at Tavastia club in Helsinki, Finland on October 25th, 2020. For more interviews and live videos visit www.kaaoszine.fi.
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Video by: Eini Marjakangas

[@filippogalli3477]

From now on this will be known as Alexi's last show... You'll be missed Wildchild...

[@op1095]

I was there

[@ivanoliver9532]

@@op1095 Lucky bastard.

[@skystink]

It is just not right that two month later Alexi is gone. He looks and plays still so vivid that time.

[@sonofthunder-fb3cm]

🌹🖤

[@ZeitlosVT]

R.I.P Alexi Laiho

[@zraven2931]

@Soldagg Healthcomplications.

[@zraven2931]

@Soldagg sure, but the Article said he suffered from longterm health issues, thats why I don't think it had anything to do with drugs

[@HenritheHorse]

@Soldagg His decades of alcoholism must have left it's marks...Might have developed a cancer or something in his stomach or liver.

[@iamalmetal]

fuck i didn't know this! when did he die?

[@HPijl666]

@@iamalmetal 1 januari

[@ravendembinski4827]

I got to meet Alexi at a guitar store for an ESP night a few years ago. He's such a genuine dude and I love it! First thing he did after the meet and greet and photos, grabs himself a slice of pizza and a beer, turns around to me and my mate and asks, "So have you guys seen The Big Lebowski?". And then we just chilled out eating pizza and talking shit for like an hour. I love this little legend of shred!!!

[@seemann2401]

Well shame, now he's gone...

[@ravendembinski4827]

@@seemann2401 Only in the physical sense. As long as people cherish what our lost have given us and hold them in our hearts, he'll live on with us. I know for a fact he still lives on in me every time his music gives me goosebumps. I'm greatful to have had these experiences thanks to him and I always will be. Long live and love to Laiho!

[@sebastianspiller1312]

Big Lebowski, haha. So random. One hell of a memory for ya.

[@ravendembinski4827]

@@sebastianspiller1312 Hahaha I know lol just goes to show how down to earth he is

[@krepler]

@@ravendembinski4827 thanks for sharing. Gonna miss him.

[@kapalikanoisecore5809]

Rest in peace childhood hero, you'll never be forgotten

[@broncoxy]

the 4:08 harmony lead still is one of my favorite cob moments, it just feels soo right... RIP Alexi, you'll never be forgotten!

[@LesPau0425]

amazing song and amazing guitar themes

[@vberga]

It makes me even more frustrated when I see Alexi showing one of his best shape in years, you can hear all the notes clearly and a new energy, the guy was definitely happy on stage and then he is suddenly dead. A true guitar hero we will miss you Alexi!!! RIP

[@Vestu]

If I try to find ANY positives in the utterly sad situation, is that in his last show he was back in form, really killing it.

[@Ballovirta]

Yeah was tight . Was so looking forward to theyr new material. Was hoping they would go more back to theyr roots.

[@kitoyobeni1]

@@Ballovirta I read that they had 3 songs done, including a video. Maybe an EP coming later in the year?

[@thegreengrocer99]

Yeah that's great, but at the same time it makes me even sadder

[@Vestu]

@@thegreengrocer99 True... he's a legend.

[@thegreengrocer99]

@@Vestu The fact he was this good just 2 months before passing away makes it even more unpredictable, unlike Amy Winehouse's death for example. I still want to wake up and find out he's alive and this was a hoax or something. He'll truly be missed.

[@КонстантинПенерлиев-ы2т]

I am just reading these comments and it breaks my heart how fast everything falls apart. 2 months ago, 1 month ago, 2 weeks ago, 1 week ago and today we are all hurt and grieving. What a great soul this person was. You don't have to know him personally to see and hear that. Rest in power wildchild. You are an inspiration to a whole generation of musicians and fans.

[@Phant0mGetsuga993]

Can’t believe this was just 10 weeks before his death. He looked completely fine... unbelievable. Rip legend

[@ManoSaarinenCarmanen81]

Well, we don't know the cause of death yet so it could have been even suicide. We will probably learn more in the next few days what happened. Did you mean he looked fine physically? Cause mental health doesn't usually show outside. R.I.P. Finnish metal legend 🤘

[@DanielRodriguez-cr8ns]

@@ManoSaarinenCarmanen81 what she meant was that Alexi didn't look extremely thin as couple of years ago. His arms got some flesh.

[@Jonseemann]

@@ManoSaarinenCarmanen81 it was due to "long-term health complications"

[@starcourt_official]

He’s had severe stomach issues for years, which caused him to feel sick a lot whenever he ate, so I’m sure that played a factor.

[@Wips14]

Its crazy, he seems to be just fine here. More than fine actually, and 2 months later he dies... He was just going on with the band so I would say he wasn't expecting this (I mean it so an aggressive cancer does not fit, and neither does suicide). I don't know, I felt so shocked I can't stop thinking about it....

[@gamingvampire1604]

I never got to see him live, but I will continue listening to his music. RIP Alexi Laiho.

[@coyotecob]

my youth is dead with him , we ll never forget

[@tarmotammela1769]

That's kind of true for me also.i bought something wild album back in 1998.back then (12yo)me and my friend liked the music so much that we got bullied a bit in school.this kind of music just sounded so much different back then. R.I.P ALLU

[@IamDruidess]

You never know what a person may be going through and why they do the things they do. This is just 2 months before he left us. RIP Alexi.

[@work1907]

I’m still processing this. Everytime I saw his passing headlines, I still stink “no, not Alexi”

[@Wips14]

Same here. A part of me refuses to believe it yet. I think a part of me wants to believe its some sort of mistake, or maybe a joke or idk, but that he is sound and safe shredding somewhere... I'm so sad about it, we'll miss him so bad

[@おーチャイルド]

He was my idol of my youth. And who led me to heavy metal music. His music was a part of my life. I still can't believe now. Rest in peace

[@ArronP]

alexi is one of the greatest things that happened in death metal, symphonic metal.., he was amazing

[@spike32887]

Can't lie, watching this makes my eyes sweat

[@paradise91260]

RIP Alexi Laiho 1979-2020 i miss you :(

[@ariinkeroinen2615]

Yeah, you'll never Walk home alone.. ='((

[@darrelferns8969]

I remember seeing this a few months ago, as well as the other few shows they did in Finland around that time. I was so excited to hear how great Alexi sounded as well as the band. He seemed sober, healthier, and was playing better than I had heard in 15 years. It was as though he had spent this last year practicing with a metronome, going over all the tough parts and getting them super tight again. I was so excited and happy to see the video from these few shows. And then to hear of him dying... I mean maybe he really had something terrible going on, we may never know. But it seemed like after finally getting his playing back super tight, and he looked healthier at least.... I am just constantly asking myself what the hell happened in two months? Maybe we will never know, it’s up to his family obviously. I was just so shocked and so sad.

[@michelangeloboldri9893]

The longer I think of his passing the more I cry honestly. I was 14 when I first heard Follow The Reaper. I’m 24 now... He was way too young. Had his life cut short. I hope he is better where he is now.

[@Malice_In_Orange_County]

I was thinking that same thing. I saw him in 2019 during the Hexed tour. He souded decent, had the crowd going insane, but the way he's playing here is just on another level completely when compared to 2019. Damn shame because you can see that he's so in synch here with the new band. Rest in Paradise, Alexi! Edit: Not that it matters but I too heard Follow the Reaper when I was 14. It's been almost 20 years...

[@bannanateam]

Exactly my thoughts

[@kitoyobeni1]

@@Malice_In_Orange_County I read that Alexi had gone years without realizing he had a broken collar bone. After getting that fixed, he had to relearn how to play somewhat. That refocusing on his technique probably helped him tighten up his live playing. After all that, his longtime illness takes him anyway. RIP Alexi...

[@krepler]

First heard of Bodom in 9th grade, so like 2005, 2006?. Ever since I cherished their music. Definitely a sad time. Got me through some times. Nothing will ever beat Alexi's guitar skills and lyrics.

[@lempiyaka]

С ним и ушла и моя юность... :'-(

[@natebeakley5494]

RIFP This is absolutely devastating. The world of metal just lost another true giant.

[@migayuyao5702]

This video gave me chills. Alexi looks so badass and its like we're looking at a titan of metal. And it breaks my heart he passed away :(

[@starcourt_official]

This brings a tear to my eye just watching it. I first seen all the performances of this show when they debuted, and was in awe on how tight they all sounded, and how fiercely his attack on his leads were. By far the best any of the old material has sounded in over 15 years. But now that I look at him playing, you can see how winded he looks half way through, and you can see that he’s probably in some form of physical pain. Gahhh this is too much for me to handle right now. I owe the majority of my guitar abilities to him, and the fact that I ever pushed myself as a musician.....I’m lost...fuck...

[@corentinbride1294]

Alexi looks better and healthier than ever ! So happy for him, and this purple esp looks sick btw

[@jakettaja6302]

That’s fuckin right!🤘🏻

[@CorruptNecroFile]

Fuck yes!! He looked like a skeleton when I saw him last year. I was super worried about him. Looking much better now!!

[@ianmilaschenkow5631]

He gave up substances I suppose

[@mikecowland5568]

died.

[@corentinbride1294]

I regret this fucking comment. R.I.P legend. You'll be missed forever

[@mikkonaugren5668]

As I understand, this is Wildchild's last time ever on stage. How good he was playing, once again, leaving it to a high note where he always belong. RIP Allu.

[@DRSYNDROLIUM]

this guy was a lead singer and lead guitarist unbelivable work this guy did ....so talented dam good music here

[@k7j007]

Almost a year has passed and its still a tough pill to swallow. Alexi was my favorite guitarist for over 20 years. I never had the privilege of seeing Bodom live and I will always regret that. This show, his final performance was my birthday but not sure how to feel about that either, but I will most definitely always throw one up for Alexi on each and every birthday going forward and celebrate the phenomenal career he had and as well as his legacy. Thanks for the kickass soundtrack throughout the last 20+ years & for all the great times. Your playing will continue to inspire for a very long time

[@harmonidoalvorecer]

it's been so long since this great incredible guitarist and singer left us, he left too soon he still had a lot of work ahead of him my friend, I admire you it was your band that opened up a range of incredible solos that I've known since then, I won't leave your Legacy stopped as well as other friends who make great tributes to you and your band to honor these great musicians who dispersed with your departure. :(

[@II-fs8zp]

Очень крутой был гитарист и вокалист! RIP!

[@MuxauJI_174]

Это не просто крутой чувак, это была живая легенда планетарного масштаба...

[@luciezezulkova919]

I'm totally broken... Miss him so much 🖤💔

[@mattiascloverleaf2076]

He will be immortalized through his music forever! Rest in Peace King!

[@Marzl3]

Thank you Wildchild, for all that great years full of metal riffs and fantastic shows. You are my inspiration to start playing guitare. Thanks Alexi

[@galaxys3mini766]

Alexi, you weren't only a virtuoso guitarist but also an excellent songwriter and lyricist. LOVE FROM GERMANY !! RIP, my hero

[@AmericansforTrump]

Got the pleasure to see C.O.B one time and it was an amazing concert, Alexi and the keyboard player were doing a little riff challenge with each other and it absolutely blew me away. RIP ALEXI

[@mitch3384]

I've only just found out Alexi passed.. totally gutted. I saw Bodom in Brisbane, Australia in the late 00's and had such a great night. I'd been obsessed with the Stockholm Knockout live DVD for months leading up to the show and they were even better in person. I could have died happy when he dropped the massive whammy leading into Needled 24/7. Spent several years after that obsessed with his ESP model. Greatest metal showman of all time.

[@SalemVocals]

It's unbelievably hard to watch this. He seemed to be doing good, looking healthier than he had in years, good playing, things seemed to be looking up. And then, the tragedy. RIP Wildchild, you will be sorely missed.

[@backhandok]

I know right? I saw some of these videos in November and was glad he looked pretty fresh and played great. He also made an interview where he was so hyped about this lineup. Life just sucks so hard sometimes.

[@SalemVocals]

Really does. I don’t know if he was still in the downwards spiral secretly, but if not and if he had decided to change his direction towards health and balance, then this blow was a really horrible, cruel joke.

[@backhandok]

@@SalemVocals I've been looking a alot of clips from 2018-2020 and looks to me he most likely had some chronic illness that kept flaring up regulary. I think he kept his drinking in control and didn't use anything else, all these crack rumors are pretty much BS. Sad that he passed away so young but he got well over 20 years on doing what he loved, and that is comforting.

[@ASDDrums]

Killer performance!! To young to be gone, RIP!

[@alexparadise91]

Legends never die.

[@kennedyinghi5744]

Hell yeah man, they haven't sounded this good for may be like last 10 yrs or so man imo. Top drummer man, I love how he's constantly keeping the studio record tempo all throughout. And also love his chops here n there but keeping original Jaska feel intact. M not disrespecting Jaska but he has this tendency of playing faster than the record 😁. But this is bang on. Eagerly waiting for their debut album.

[@HenritheHorse]

Maybe Jaska wanted to get out faster! :D

[@iamrishabh2]

Agreed. Other videos from this performance are spot on in terms of tempo. Playing to a click track live does wonders. I don't think COB ever did, their tempos were all over the place

[@KenCostantino]

He is a great drummer. The rhythm section is excellent.

[@ZoeSZX]

Yeah, he is the legend

[@sadracmurillo7000]

Jaska would start the songs faster, then slow down, then go up again. You can say it man, he was a TERRIBLE drummer. Glad Alexi is with a way more solid lineup, specially after the other guys proved they only cared about money and partying. Bodom After Midnight any day!

[@darkchild_13]

My fav CoB song listened first time when I was 11... it will never tired me ❤️

[@kalmahnalyd4615]

Legendary!! Children of Bodom will forever be a part of me. R.I.P Alexi. Love from Papua New Guinea

[@mfkabtch]

What an epic last performance!

[@0ned0se]

Спасибо за счастливое детство Алекси. Помним. Скорбим. До сих пор играю твои риффы:(

[@doctorx1859]

RIP Alexi, thank you for countless musical memories

[@mikecowland5568]

R.I.P legend

[@enigma1247]

Alexi always had the best shred stance ive ever seen. Always so wide and controlled. I remember when i first heard as i was leaving rehab myself. Our choices in life are ours to make but some can shorten this life by decades if we arent careful. Rip.

[@Anapunx]

It is so sad... Why him? Why now? He was not old. He was the fastest guitar player on the Earth, I think. Now I listen to a different genre, but about 15 years ago I was possessed by COB and Alexi. So today I am listening to COB again and crying because earlier it was my life! I am so glad that I had seen them on the stage because now it would not be possible. It is just extremely sad. Poor Alexi :(

[@MrSkinkarde]

Fastest? Not even close :/

[@willcresson8776]

An unfortunate medical condition combined with poor health choices. Years of heavy drinking and cigarette smoking exacerbated stomach ulcers. Your body is an amusement park, but the ride is gonna break someday. He was too damn young.

[@zlatkokrsnik1099]

I listen diff music,but I always love COB , great melodies ... well Alexi was talented... really talented, that was his passion and everything ...

[@joeythomas9062]

R.I.P. WildChild Alexi Laihoa!!! Thanks for all the music you gifted us with man!!

[@bbhouse]

R.I.P Alexi

[@mattweeks5415]

They really sound just as good as they always have. Perfection

[@emfiregamer]

Devastated.... another childhood metal hero that pass away... RIP Alexi 😔

[@marshallbonds2094]

Heading banging with tears in my eyes...Gonna miss the fuck out of him. Rest in power, Wildchild 🤘

[@Mnäi22]

Rest in peace bro! We'll never forget you ❤️🤘

[@Alberto90VG]

This kills my Heart, he looks healthy here, thanks for the inspiration wildchild, You will Be missed💕

[@Oyvind88]

R.I.P Alexi, i am heart broken and a legend, be missed😢❤️🤟🇳🇴 Condolences to family and the band members❤️❤️

[@JFX33]

he sounds very good here both playing and singing R.I.P

[@karlhiggins743]

Sound and playing here is very tight. One of my fav cob songs

[@0866aikon]

He looked great, gained some weight and looked healthy. R.I.P

[@maximevandennoortgaete2586]

i'm thinking the same

[@azlean5323]

@@Snapsa100 That isn't true at all.

[@BanjoSick]

Not!

[@erikbeatmaker]

@@azlean5323 why not

[@AamuAurora]

Does anybody know the illness he suffered from?

[@livia4892]

love you, Alexi! your music will never die!

[@cara9467]

This hurts my heart! Forever Wildchild, forever a legend - we will never forget you Alexi. We were lucky to have you. Such an on-point performance.

[@RossBayCult]

We all suspected he wasn’t well and the news today confirmed it. RIP Alexi. Rest easy brother.

[@HelloImMatt]

Why were you suspecting that? He doesnt seems super healthy but not so bad either.. I´m still in shock atm

[@SPTB727]

@@HelloImMatt to be fair even though he was healthier he did have that massive infection not too long ago and tons of ulcers and he was for sure skinnier. could've honestly been gastro intestinal damage from years of partying. can only guess though. rip alexi :'(

[@HelloImMatt]

@@SPTB727 Thanks for the response man, didn´t know about the infection, heard something about the ulcers though . RIP Alexi indeed :´(

[@Chopininoff]

My first metal song was from children of bodom, i was 13 years old and the song was Wrath Within. For many years it was my favorite band, and now i have to say goodbye? This is one of the worst days of my life.

[@Elintasokas]

Damn, his playing is much better again. Makes me think Children of Bodom breaking up and starting anew with new members was a good thing after all. Perhaps Alexi got some of that energy and motivation back, and he's got band mates who aren't fed up with playing music either.

[@arlos21]

I just love how this is one of the best live performances of this song it actually looks like he used his guitar strap higher like in the old Jackson's (RR-24) days. That's probably why it sounds better it was easier for him to play the songs tha way.💜

[@gr1mr34p0r]

RIP Legend. Just look at 4:06 not the most technical thing ever but just so genius / beautiful to keep adding stuff like that during live shows. He will be missed

[@ukmgtow1082]

RIP! A sad time for us fans! Was so looking forward to new material and albums from Alexi and the new band!

[@VanMoonrunner]

Rest in Peace Alexi! May the your unique guitar sound fill the other world.

[@insceousmyers7352]

R.i.p childhood guitar hero..the only guitarist can sing along with guitar solo..one in a million

[@NasTheWild]

RIP and thanks for my childhood

[@brucelai7]

This sounds so goooood😭 Rest In Power Alexi🙏🏻

[@chefberto881]

Thanks whoever recorded this show, it's gold

[@chaoszine]

Our Instagram lady recorded this. I am also glad she did. Nice memory because the quality is also good. 🤘

[@chefberto881]

Is the full show available or just this song?

[@chaoszine]

@@chefberto881 I think she recorded only few songs. You might find more videos on Kaaoszine's Instagram page. There could be more clips :)

[@dombowombo3076]

Alexis playing is really solid here. Wasn't always the case in the last fee years. Glad to see this. :)

[@taz25121988]

Sounded better than children of bodom!! Welcome back Alexi!!

[@PPINV2012]

Such a good dude!!! RIP Alexi!! METALDOM will miss you greatly!!

[@kamerad4130]

Rest in Peace, Alexi!!! We will always remember you!!!

[@CorbianOfficial]

R.I.P. Alexi Laiho you will be the hero for our guitarplayer now and forever

[@leonesdelsol3499]

damn! i really wanted to see Bodom After Midnight live!! :( :(

[@eviago4010]

Get me back 12 years ago when bodom were in my playsilt everyday... fuck!

[@Wickedchickizumi]

Alexi laiho Thank you so much. It was always my inspiration.

[@Michael-kx2io]

So surreal. It was a huge shock for me too. Im happy that i saw cob at least 1 time live. And i hope bodom after midnight will go on, that would be great, if these songs will keeped be playing.

[@MartinBellamyMBDrums]

What an absolute legend 🤘🖤

[@rykkar]

R.I.P. Alexi Laiho...´:( excelente Show end Guitar...

[@triumphant39]

Crazy. Definitely doesn't look like he's near death. Insane how life works out. R.i.p. always will be one of my favorite songs by them, I still remember hearing it for the first time.

[@hannahmiles2221]

Can't believe he is gone :'(

[@musiikkiblogisti6464]

4:06 Nice little fill here.

[@dark5hadow]

Only true bodom fans would notice that!

[@musiikkiblogisti6464]

@@dark5hadow Used to listen Follow the Reaper pretty much back in the day. :)

[@rishubhchakraborty4963]

What a beast. Unparalleled! RIP Alexi Laiho. Let the heavens be shredded \m/

[@СергейЛюбимцев-й3о]

В России тоже помнят и уважают Алекси.

[@MuxauJI_174]

очень уважают, и горюют вместе со всем миром металла

[@sandeeppradhan3065]

RIP ALEXI ! THE WORLD WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU LEGEND 🙌 🙌

[@SpaceTimeManipulatorSTM]

Clicked to see what it sounded like but I couldn't leave till it was done cause of how it sounded... I'm not even a COB fan really just feel for Alexi's fans right now... at least he gave you all this! This doesn't sound like a second rate side project, this sounds like a legit band expertly resurrecting an older style of music for a new era. This is fuckin solid.

[@matthewstroble2602]

He was kicked out his own band but he wrote 90% of the music and obviously didn't want to stop. They play a lot of old songs to cater to their fans.

[@paulcorrea3732]

Thanks Alexi for your wonderful music..R.I.P

[@vlhralte6959]

New Bodom..I like it💞 i dont care Alexi in COB or Other Band ,,i still love Alexi wherever he played

[@gessicacom_g]

He looked so well here... Can’t believe he died just 2 months after this concert. RIP, Alexi! Your legacy will never die...

[@conspiracionesy]

I agree, I wonder what happened?

[@gessicacom_g]

@@conspiracionesy Same here... So sad...

[@madhavpr]

I am angry and sad that such a wonderful powerhouse of music has been taken away from us. He was one of my favorite musicians and his music helped me get through tough times. Wonder what the fuck happened in three months!! @everyone, please take care of your health. Stay safe !!! RIP Wildchild!! :(

[@thomastasoulas5847]

ONE OF MY FAVOURITE GUITAR INFLUENCES IS NOT HERE ANYMORE AND MISSED TO ME AND IM TWO YEARS OLDER FROM ALEXI.

[@christinawaltman4229]

Damn Alexi Laiho you are already so missed 🖤🤟

[@ezequieleralt]

Good job!!! You boys are doing great, and Alexi is cleaner than ever!!!

[@109PokerFace]

Glad to see the greatest guitarist of all time is back, but I'm still sad for the breakup.

[@StrumVogel]

Rest in power, Alexi the shred beast.

[@smallfaucet]

Fawk yessss!!!! Welcome back fella's!!! Looking forward to the new and the old! \m/

[@falsemajesty2316]

I was waiting eagerly for bodom after mightnights new stuffs and i hear alexi is gone, my heart cant bear the pain alexi, always love u and u will be in my heart