Children Of Bodom - Downfall + Jaska's speech to fans @ Icehall 15.12.2019

Children Of Bodom playing the final song of their career "Downfall" @ Icehall, Helsinki 15.12.2019.

[@sliehgtofhand]

RIP to one of the greatest melodic death metal bands in the world.

[@fatherlandchild2780]

number one greatest*

[@noir371]

@Fatherland Child COB are wonderful but Insomnium have that crown, friend

[@drocka36]

Ben Donahue insomnium is awesome but theyre continuing a path that was blazed for them by bands like COB and DT and IF and many many others

[@cmoore1369]

I have been a DevilDriver addict for years, and I could never really find another band that I liked as much since. I ran into an album called Hate Crew Deathroll by a band called Children of Bodom... I can't wait to explore the rest of their shit. Any suggestions? I suggest DevilDriver (self titled), The Last Kind Words, and Pray For Villains 🤘🖤

[@ctxo]

yeah i agree. rip

[@ndbd9drn]

Translation: "Hey, thank you for coming everyone. Thanks for coming. Hmm, these past twenty plus years have gone by incredibly fast, and I probably don't remember half of the gigs, but I am sure that I will remember this night, thank you. Thank you for all the support. I'm glad that you are all here today. You've all been a huge part of my life, as well as for the band. I'm really going to miss you all a lot. I'm going to miss you guys." RIP COB and Alexi Love you Alexi. My guitar hero forever

[@felipeceri]

Thank you!.

[@lorenzospata8399]

Thank You very much

[@joelopez7459]

Now translate the Finnish in the Stockholm DVD

[@Guitar4life99]

Thank you for the translation, although I couldn't understand much, you could tell in his voice. 😭I think I've spent the last 3 years in denial.

[@etunimisukunimi9789]

RIP Alexi. One of the greatest metal songs ever.

[@qnkageorgieva4390]

NOT ONE OF THE GREATEST THE GREATEST OF ALLL TIMEEEEEEE !!!!

[@douglasransom4138]

I came all the way from England to witness this legendary event, no regrets!

[@vedser]

And now every cob fan has regrets the didnt do the same

[@midotvadventure504]

You’re a lucky man for that indeed. You witnessed greatness. You witnessed King Laiho in flesh.

[@GabiBrooks]

Alexi's voice sounds way better here. Like the old days. Cool😍

[@jahwah667]

Gabriela Bădiloiu agreed, this is also probably his best guitar performance of the song live since early 2000s. It’s almost like he’s like fuck it it’s the last performance I gotta he fkn dialed in LOL

[@GabiBrooks]

@@jahwah667 I feel he's having better care of himself and his voice for some reason

[@TheSadistNat1on]

for real ha. literally this one show sounds diff than all the others this year. makes sense

[@Marisolita_95]

@@GabiBrooks He changed the course of his life many years ago. He has stated that he stopped drinking during tours. Today he's the stepfather of a little girl, living a healthy life in Australia (and Finland for part of the year).

[@Charles_Anthony]

@@Marisolita_95 : I knew that he got sober, but I never would've guessed that he had a step daughter. I can't think of anyone who would be a cooler father in the world than Alexi.

[@bassmanplays7285]

Oh course, fitting the Downfall is the farewell song for them and cool that they actually had a live setlist that had a song from every album. I know Alexi will still continue, but as for the classic Bodom, the lineup over 24 years (including demo days), this is effectively it. Sad that the day has come and will miss them. I’m glad I got to see them in 2017.

[@Charles_Anthony]

I saw them for the first and last time in April. I'll always be a fan, been listening since 04!

[@anttisilvast5613]

Been fan when their name was still ineathed.

[@wardeni4806]

They're all planning to continue, however they explained on their Facebook recently that the reason for the split is that the 5 members simply couldn't agree with each other over many things unrelated to music for the last few years. They said none of them are retiring, but Alexi won't be using the CoB name, and that the 3 members who are quitting will be moving onto their own projects. Essentially, the band members don't want to work together anymore.

[@Charles_Anthony]

@@wardeni4806 : I call bullshit on this newest story. The original news straight up said that they were retiring except for solo career Janne. So, now they're flip flopping? Mark my words, Reunion Tour on Bodom's 25th anniversary.

[@atveus]

Or not...

[@Charles_Anthony]

What Slayer did for Thrash, Bodom did for Melodic Death Metal and Neo Classical Metal. They evolved throughout the decades, but at least Bodom went out on top with Hexed. If not for Hexed, I probably would have never seen them live. R.I.P

[@oulosvie]

Hexed is their best album by far.

[@ghoulunathics]

Children Of Bodom may quit but I never quit listening to their music. true art never dies! Thank you C.o.B!

[@itsjustmoses4313]

😢

[@milaamidala9590]

Watching this now, I feel kind of sad how quickly the other guys left the stage at the end... and how Jaska was left alone to say the final words to the fans. I feel it was kind of a sad ending, like they were just wanting to get it over with. They were a big part of my life, thank you for everything, miss you Alexi

[@sherarr]

Lucky that I was there. Travelled from Barcelona just the see them. RIP Alexi, you'll be missed

[@samm1533]

I see One of the luckiest bas***** up here :) I couldn't even do that nor afford to travel all the way to Finland :'(

[@JokerCat9]

So sad I never got to see them live!

[@axelsoto778]

Me too :'(

[@Charles_Anthony]

It's a shame. I feel bad for you guys. I recorded a few songs from the only COB concert I got to see in April. They played some great songs off of Hexed and all their classic stuff.

[@jafed5889]

I literally went to Helsinki all the way from Slovakia, for a day, just to see C.O.B. for the first and the last time as I didn't have time to see them throughout the 5-6 years I've been listening to them. They've been my biggest inspiration in terms of guitar playing and if I hadn't seen them, I wouldn't have forgiven myself. Ever.

[@user-bs4lq2dw4e]

I saw them in Moscow. It was fun Alexi said "This song is gonna be the last song, oke?" And people shouted smth like "aayeaaaah" since they didn't understand. It was just a joke, people had to shout Noooo so Alexi was confused a bit and the band didn't play the full setlist. Well, i didn't come to the next show and i think smth broke after the Are You Dead Yet. However, EVERYTHING ends la vida continua.

[@Agnes135]

Same, I've been a fan for over 10 years and they didn't come to my country once lol

[@MichaelHolmgaard]

So sad to say goodbye to this band. Especially now when Alexi is in his best form since the old days. I hope he continues with another project, because we need him to keep going with his music 🙏

[@eurosnuke1678]

Alexi has "back up band" with Daniel and they continue to play COB songs live!

[@everythingkumo1041]

His best form? Dude barely weighs a hundred pounds. He can hardly do shows at all. He cancels guitar clinics. Last time i saw him he could hardly move. It's like Alexi is doing heroin to help him stop drinking lol. It's really sad to see

[@MichaelHolmgaard]

@@everythingkumo1041 I agree that he has been unhealthy for a long time. Sad case. However, for the past few months, he has looked a little better, less skinny. Look at the last pro shot video from Bloodstock - Alexi has put on some muscle. And his solos have gotten a lot better as well. He actually plays them very much like the old days, and on the new album, he fucking shredded! 🙏

[@everythingkumo1041]

Michael Holmgaard good if he's getting better. I know i sounded harsh but I've been going to see them for 11 years, they are my teenage band and never have I seen Alexi in this state. I hope he gets better

[@MichaelHolmgaard]

@@everythingkumo1041 I feel you bro. I grew up with COB also. The energy that Alexi radiated in the early days... So epic! I just hope he can continue to get healthier now. It's been so depressing to see hin live the last 10 years - Until now

[@dksdmusic]

Rest in peace Alexi Laiho, you've inspired many people to pick up the guitar. The world won't be the same without you.

[@MrGetdrunkortrydying]

Glad I went to this last show of theirs, it was awesome. Alexi was playing good and giving it his all with the screaming etc, it was a legendary night. RIP wildchild Alexi, you will be missed by the metal community!

[@Krayton_Blaine]

RIP Children of Bodom... I don't want to believe it 😭 I put my Children of Bodom patch high on my denim jacket. Fan for life.

[@michael7738]

Downfall was the first song I heard from CoB. This song at the concert and the minutes after that was probably one of the saddest moments in my life.. :-(

[@joshhardcoredu57]

Miska Metsänen yeah me too, it went sooo fast 🥺

[@animacs1]

Now it's worse. Alexi's gone :(

[@markusmanner3338]

Another great band saying goodbye to soon. They sound better than ever. Thank you COB for the music and memories.

[@AquariusC]

21 year career... "too soon". Never mind that they hadn't made a good album for a decade before Hexed.

[@Threegreentails]

@@AquariusC They literally don't have a weak album tf are you yapping about

[@thomashernandez6536]

Forever to be missed. RIP Laiho!

[@maxzn8585]

Still cant believe he is gone. Feeling grateful that I was able to be there on this final gig, almost front row. R.I.P Legend

[@wadedanielson9596]

This band got me into heavy metal! RIP Bodom 🤘🤘

[@joshhardcoredu57]

Came from France to Finland for them to witness that gig 🖤 miss them all ✨

[@arsendrummerrasanen3947]

moni ei tiedä, että myös roope oli täällä. Toki katsomassa viimeistä keikkaa. Vaihdettiin paikkaa ahkerasti järjestäjien avustuksella. fotojen ja nimmareiden pyytäjiä riitti! kiitos näistä vuosista,aika aikaa kutakin.

[@chaoszine]

Jos satut oleen Roopen ystävä ja se haluais antaa haastiksen tähän liittyen niin välitätkö pyynnön sille tai sitten [e-mail] voit itse olla yhteydessä. 😊

[@arsendrummerrasanen3947]

@@chaoszine roope on ystävä, kysyn ja palaan!

[@cougarkarns9754]

Got to see em live for one last time in 2019. R.I.P. Bodom!

[@guitarrock58]

Thank you Children Of Bodom and the master Alexi Laiho for being pioneers of the melodic death metal genre and being such an influence on me to create my own music. You guys have written some of the best songs in the history of metal, 10 fantastic albums. Farewell COB!

[@saekiyyyify]

Alexi Laiho Come back to life. I still want to hear. Children of Bodom

[@wishmastermx]

They gave their best! Sounded like in the old days! I was fortunate and had the pleasure to see them once in Guadalajara MX

[@umbles7007]

There are a few bands I never got to see live. I'm glad I was able to see Children of Bodom 4 times \m/

[@alejandrorosales6937]

Yes in these metal world 🌎 is for alexi laho and his family and passion for music for children and bodom his legacy will live on forever in the sky 💙 how played all of those great guitar solos and amazing riffs to the audience ❤ the fans the cool vocals 😀 that he played over the years 💖 rest in peace alexi laho a guitar legend 🙌

[@nahoryb-b6995]

Oh Jaska, my inspiration. You are a magnificent musician, best drummer with a unique melodic-death-metal rhythm in the drums. You brought to life melody, not just rhythm when playing the drums 🥰 THANK YOU!

[@ronnieharrisson]

What a great show it was, people just wouldn't leave the permanto after the show. Security had to kick everyone out!

[@RobboElRobbo]

So thankful I saw this - traveled from Victoria Canada!

[@stevenjam7119]

Wow alexi really stepped up with energy, guitar work and vocals here

[@Metalman2351]

Rest in peace brother thank you for all the great memories

[@claymack1109]

I'm so glad I got to see them live when I did it was the best show I have ever been to I'm gonna miss these guys for sure one of my favorites and always will be

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

This was one of my favorite bands it’s sad to see them break up.

[@Heavymetalhunk]

Sad to see bodom gone... sadly never got to see them live

[@vlhralte6959]

Goodbye Alexi and friends ,,,thanks for giving me a better melodic metal music for almost 21 years

[@xerodelacroix5552]

Glad I got to see them four times. Thanks for the memories guys.

[@ilblondieli]

You all will be missed sorely! Thank you for all the years!

[@FrozenMel19]

We will miss Alexi forever 💔🤘

[@Koragh_]

Sucha a lengendary band cant believe i miss to see them live.. seen them go many times to graspop but i was never on those years

[@midotvadventure504]

Rip King Laiho. One of the best musicians to ever exist in life. No words can describe your music ability.

[@user-qv7yd9ck7o]

I found an amaizing metal list with all of these classics on spotify called "Best of European extreme metal" Rip Alexi 🖤

[@BodomSlayer]

Man Alexis vocals sound great! Almost like the album.

[@SiR666Hamburger]

Rest in peace Alexi! 😭😭

[@idawgy2017]

A sad end to one of the one of the greatest bands in the history of metal

[@anttisilvast5613]

Thanks for years cob!!! One of the greatest ever.

[@williamsmith666]

"Downfall" is right. So long, boy-os.

[@douglasquaid6556]

Great video thanks for sharing. Came over from the UK to support this incredible band at their final show. Such a shame to call it a day after an amazing release in Hexed but the Hate Crew will live forever! Kiitos COB!

[@jotijotivirix6786]

6:56 Jaska's speech 💓✌🙋👏👏👏

[@runcis182]

Translation, please ?

[@jotijotivirix6786]

@@runcis182 You have it translated down in the comments by somebody else.

[@patroast]

Thanks for inspiring me to play music, COB. Hatebreeder is one of the BEST albums ever. RIP, Bodom.

[@markusnyman6897]

0:17 i screamed janne

[@Agnes135]

Never got to see CoB live, they never came to my country and now they're disbanded, heartbreaking

[@alvarobayorodriguez4717]

They came to my country last year and i couldnt go, thought i could see them in the future...

[@smallfaucet]

Fawk no!!!! Never got a chance to see them!!! One of my favorites of ALL TIME!!!

[@melgibsonfan9082]

If it makes you feel better I've seen them 6 times and got pictures and autographs.

[@smallfaucet]

That's me with Bad Religion. Are they nice dudes?

[@joshuablackheart]

Wow. A legend passes on. We will remember always.

[@gizmo9400]

got to see them 2 times im glad

[@bonkosuckacocka983]

Lucky man

[@FurbyParade226]

Saw them in Pittsburgh, Mar 2019. I never expected this to happen but, you could tell something was off with Alexi. He brought absolutely zero energy to the stage whatsoever. It was literally song after song with barely any fan interaction, like listening to a playlist. COB were the first Death Metal band I was introduced to back in 2005 & what started my journey with European Melo Death as a whole. Their accomplishments in music will NEVER be forgotten. Love you guys always.

[@Charles_Anthony]

That's true. He was pretty burnt out in Santa Ana California too. Seemed very tired, but it was the mid to end of the tour. Still, they kicked ass despite the weak interactions.

[@Genesis817]

Staple band tbh. Good luck to all of them. Shame I didn't get to see them live thx for all the sick ass albums. One of the greatest cheers.

[@powermetalbard]

I know that Alexi will continue... But it will never be the same. Children of Bodom will be dearly missed, but the music will forever live on. Thank you COB for everything you have done. HATECREW FOREVER!

[@freshzinn]

Thanks for all the years! Hate Crew 2006 - infinity... Greetings from Germany R.I.P Bodom

[@reckless4970]

Jaska is very respectfull person...

[@medievaldes]

6:15 "You gotta fight, for your right" lol, seems they got synced with the track at the time they toss the picks and stuff to the public.

[@karikoivu2968]

R.I.P Alex Laiho

[@fatherlandchild2780]

Vittu kun olisi paikalle päässyt 😭

[@ScarsUnseen24]

Glad I saw them back in 2003!

[@jhonassantos13]

Tá fazendo falta

[@metalcryptspt]

Agora faz muita mesmo...

[@medievaldes]

Damn, do the audience realize that they got very valuable stuff from COB. They can claim they got a pick, drumstick, cymbal, etc from the very last tour of COB. HAIL to COB.

[@j1ssive488]

I have Jaska's drumstick from this gig on my very own CoB wall of fame in my basement bar. How I will miss this all in the future.... Damn...

[@manabchetia8382]

RIP Alex.

[@oulosvie]

End of an era.

[@Gramosverdes]

Rest in peace brother

[@pekkalaitinen8769]

Still can't believe they quit

[@Krydgrimmusic]

I hope Alexi will continue making music like we know it from Children of Bodom.. They have been my favorite band for 13 years now and I believe in Alexi. He is a mastermind in my opinion and my idol that inspired me to make music myself. I will always love them

[@jokuapinasaatana5271]

Jaskaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!

[@alasombra689]

Salud por la mejor banda del mundo y de la historia!!! siempre vivos en nuestros corazones!!! WE ARE THE fucking HATECREW WE STAND AND WE WONT FALL!!!!

[@undead797]

I will listen to Children of Bodom forever until I fucking die!

[@jhonassantos13]

RIP Alexi! Só tenho tristeza dentro de mim

[@dibyajyotideb]

hard to believe this is just weeks before his passing. I'm so shocked and saddened. It hurts more to think about this as I listen all COB songs. Fuck man Alexi, RIP you legend. I was tring to come to Finland to try see you this year but fuck it. Next life

[@MiddleEarth666]

It was a year before

[@wirsching5775]

I was lucky to be there

[@ryanf4868]

Damn. Last time I saw them live was in 2005.

[@ovnikolaeva215]

think we will see that Alexi create something new and interestin.. very miss Sinergy..

[@paradise91260]

RIP Children Of Bodom 1997-2019 Ite lopetin Bodomin fanittamisen 4 vuotta sitten,Roope Latvala yhtyeen ainoa paras kitaristi.

[@wardeni4806]

Eihän se kyllä säveltäny bändille yhtikäisen ainutta biisiä mutta ok...

[@andrejkelcik4133]

Can someone translate the speech please

[@BOMAPUu]

7:22 Hi, Thank you everyone for coming. This 20+ years has gone extremely fast. I don't even remember half of the gigs we've played. But i can say, that i will remember this night. Thank you. *applause* 8:25 Thank you for your support that i have received, and thanks for being here today and being a part of my life and bands life. I can say that i will miss every single one of you. Thank you so much. something like that

[@ichabodcrane9086]

@@METALWARRIOR173 They have effectively broken up. 3 members (bassist, drummer, keyboardist) have taken control of the name and I'm guessing they have no intention of keeping the band going. Alexi has stated he will continue with new members in a similar vein as a "continuation" of COB, but with a different name.

[@blakkmoon]

@@ichabodcrane9086 damm it, alexis is children of bodom.

[@Matt-nk2tp]

blakkmoon You can’t say he is COB.... The keys are a massive part of their sound and it’s a band not a solo act as many people treat them, I’m surprised they have put up with alexis shit this long

[@AndreiGrozea]

@@Matt-nk2tp Henka had a big role in songwriting as well

[@pekkalaitinen8769]

R.I.P.

[@reckless4970]

Guitar cant live without Alexi laiho And Alexi laiho cant live without Guitar...legend

[@thomasshredster4627]

Good bye guys ,. Thank u.

[@eyeonthesky650]

It's really over !! I'm still shocked and haven't slept for 3 days now....I am fucking sad...!!

[@nr1pimme]

Wait was Jaska the only one giving a short speech at the end? I mean Alexi and Daniel will continue in some Bodom-esque project anyway but you would expect Janne and Henkka to share a few words aswell, right?

[@fatherlandchild2780]

I dont know for sure, but maybe other guys said few words in between other songs?

[@chaoszine]

This video starts with Alexi thanking the other members of the band for the years. 😊

[@ilikevideos4868]

Nah, Henkka is always so quiet and I don't think Janne has ever spoken about anything serious.

[@m4ssee]

Jaska is the only (very) original member along with Alexi. Maybe that's why.

[@ilikevideos4868]

@@m4ssee Yeah, Alexi and Jaska the only ones since Implosion of Heaven demo!

[@atveus]

RIP Alexi

[@betovn8777]

Could feel tensions seeing Alexi leaving first the stage... So sad to watch... But Bodom After Midnight will follow the COB reaper's path 🤘

[@JohnnyNada]

Rest in peace to the legendary Alexi Laiho :(((

[@betovn8777]

@@JohnnyNada So sad... He was the top first guitar player for me and inspired me since so long. I did not meet him but as far as I've been able to see he was kind person and shared a lot (ex: 100 guitar players project). R.I.P. Wildchild you are immortal 😭

[@merlinbl8900]

RIP alexi

[@laporte1625]

This is so sad though. Such a waste. I still haven't really understood what happened...

[@fodassenaosei]

Me neither

[@wardeni4806]

Their explanation was that the 5 members have had disagreements for several years now, not just in music but in everything else as well. So, since they're unable to find a shared viewpoint, they don't want to work together anymore. They also confirmed that none of the members will be quitting music, but will be moving onto their own projects.

[@kad0877]

part of it could also be alexis health, the guy looks extremely unhealthy physically

[@laporte1625]

@@wardeni4806 Thanks, I wasn't really able to find any statement!

[@user-fq7oe9dy1j]

can someone write what he said at the end?

[@romanzahumensky3664]

fuck... I am still crying...

[@sonofthunder-fb3cm]

😭

[@rome0r]

Did Janne start Triple Corpse Hammerblow but switched fast to Downfall?

[@Heavymetalhunk]

Wait.. how does a bodom song have a copyright clam as "fight for your right to party " by the Beastie boys? Haha i know its at the end of the video but still figured it would of clamed downfall instead 😅

[@ollrick242]

Can someone translate this pls?

[@jarmake1923]

Well, basically he says: "Hi! Thanks for coming guys. These last 20 or so years have gone by so damn fast. I can't remember half of our gigs, but this night I'll always remember. Thanks for supporting me all these years, I'm glad you've been a part of my and band's life, I am going to miss you all so much. Thanks for coming out tonight. Thanks a lot guys!"

[@ollrick242]

@@jarmake1923 Thank you!

[@jarmake1923]

@@ollrick242 no problem, mate.

[@TP-Vocals]

🙏

[@TheSkullisher]

Kurt Cobain of Metal. RIP Alexi

[@kalma5003]

Oishan tuossa voinut Roopeakin muistaa, mutta jos äijä halutaan vaan unohtaa ja nimen mainitseminen kirvelee, niin olkoot. On kuitenkin suuri syy koko bändin olemassa ololle, niin vähän harmillista. Ymmärtää kuitenkin tavallaan.

[@chaoszine]

Ja Roopehan huhujen mukaan oli yleisössä maksavana asiakkaana 🤔

[@NostalgiaTV-Suomi]

Kyllä Roope oli yleisössä. Tuskin kuitenkaan kutsuvieraana. Odotin Alexander Kuoppalaa vetämään viimeiset biisit, mutta ei.