Alexi Laiho rips through Are You Dead Yet Live on EMGtv

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  • @yaircardenasornelas8516
    @yaircardenasornelas8516 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6782

    RIP Alexi Laiho. A true musician and guitar hero.

    • @BigBoiApang
      @BigBoiApang 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      It's so sad...R.I.P

    • @Stan622
      @Stan622 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Fuck man... this is so sad... sigh..

    • @petruccifanboi
      @petruccifanboi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      WTFFF !! HOW BRO???

    • @PrivateGear
      @PrivateGear 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      F**k 202x years ! R.I.P. our hero!

    • @TheGazza83
      @TheGazza83 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      41... God rest his soul

  • @mrlayzone1548
    @mrlayzone1548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3206

    Sad news today from Finland. Alexi just passed away and will be missed! What a great guitarist! Rest in peace Alexi!

    • @tristanfeiken3695
      @tristanfeiken3695 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      He passed last week

    • @mrlayzone1548
      @mrlayzone1548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      :(

    • @kanjikingdom
      @kanjikingdom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tristanfeiken3695 no

    • @cenaakashakash
      @cenaakashakash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @@kanjikingdom Yes brother he passed away last week but the band members announced it today, They said this themselves.

    • @kanjikingdom
      @kanjikingdom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@cenaakashakash oh ok thanks for clarifying. I didn't know

  • @davidguerrero941
    @davidguerrero941 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1775

    The light that burns twice as bright burns half as long.
    Farewell, Alexi.

    • @ozgenuryavuz8581
      @ozgenuryavuz8581 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Well this made me cry again. I'm still in so much disbelief. I can't believe he's gone. He's the first artist I genuinly feel heartbroken about passing away. He will be missed so much. Rip legend

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

    • @allysonnielson7800
      @allysonnielson7800 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well said.

    • @OsQubiX
      @OsQubiX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Damn, that's a nice saying. I will use it later, sorry if i'm being rude. Just appreciating your wordmanship

    • @davidguerrero941
      @davidguerrero941 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@OsQubiX No problem. :)

  • @KarlRock
    @KarlRock ปีที่แล้ว +249

    Tight. Love this track.

    • @eted2
      @eted2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      You're probably the last person I thought I'd find here 😂 love your content man

    • @AviationCornerOfficial
      @AviationCornerOfficial 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Fun to find u here. Nice content man

    • @negal7135
      @negal7135 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hey karl 👋

  • @hekter7593
    @hekter7593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +790

    RIP Alexi.... Because of you I’m still here after a battle with heroine 6 years ago your voice and guitar playing saved me... I was so obsessed with your playing and when I learned, you sung at the same time... man... a true hero for me was born RIP and I hope to meet you one of these sad days.

    • @mirav4866
      @mirav4866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Bless u man... 👍👌, I Hope one day 3 of us Will sit at one table and have a tasty chilled Beer...

    • @P9B
      @P9B 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      we got ya

    • @nfrankiksa4596
      @nfrankiksa4596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hope your doing well bud!

    • @theparticleportal6369
      @theparticleportal6369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Anyone who kicks drugs or alcohol and gets into recovery is automatically a kindred spirit with me, but the fact that you love metal guitar adds to it. Hopefully you're still going strong with your sobriety!

    • @jessl340
      @jessl340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i completely agree with everything you have said bar one. YOU saved you mate. YOU.
      Blessing be upon you and may you forever find that strength when you need it. Kia Kaha.

  • @josefo33
    @josefo33 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +57

    2024 and still missing this guy RIP Alexi Laiho.

  • @TheMDbauS
    @TheMDbauS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +284

    One of Finland's biggest and greatest guitar heroes. So many great albums I've heard hundreds of times. So many finnish metal bands who Bodom helped get noticed in the global scene. Thank you Alexi "WildChild" Laiho! Enjoy the rest of your days chilling at Lake Bodom!

    • @PitchforkStudios
      @PitchforkStudios 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      The whole world bro not just Finland.

    • @rivality100
      @rivality100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Roope Latvala is also guitar god but its so sad that he dont play anymore. Just drinking. These two guys are my biggest inspiration to start playing guitar. Hope alexi is better place now.

    • @miikajortikka1514
      @miikajortikka1514 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stenu moi hyvä

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

    • @snooganslestat2030
      @snooganslestat2030 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DiscolorBlind its gone wrong

  • @fruitystrebles9053
    @fruitystrebles9053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I was 10 years old when this video came out, made me pick up guitar, got me into metal, introduced me to the whole world of metal in fact. First solo I fully learned was this one. Alexi was one of the reason I learned how to scream. 10 years later I’m 20 saddened by my and so many other’s guitar hero. Rest in Power Alexi.

  • @phoboswhiplash
    @phoboswhiplash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +562

    Remember that guy is also shredding the vocals while doing all this stuff
    EDIT: Just woke up to the sad news, can't believe it yet, Rest in Power Alexi, thank you for being there with your music when my soul always needed it.

    • @demokraken
      @demokraken 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      vocals in non-native language....

    • @juliusnisonen2431
      @juliusnisonen2431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@demokraken yes and you can barely hear it!

    • @SpongeBath_ShitPants
      @SpongeBath_ShitPants 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He's basically the Geddy Lee of death metal.

    • @yabo2424
      @yabo2424 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great comment !! Next level shit, but the guitar parts are so sick !

    • @juliusnisonen2431
      @juliusnisonen2431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@SpongeBath_ShitPants no that would have to be Chuck Schuldiner(: but i get what u mean!

  • @paulinekuzina7187
    @paulinekuzina7187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +826

    Man, he was my first ever celebrity crush. And one of the few. Used to listen to Children of Bodom so much. I'm really sad he died so young 😭

    • @Mrsdumee
      @Mrsdumee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same😊😢
      And Johnny depp i am a huge fan of and kurt cobain for years

    • @grantclark1806
      @grantclark1806 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Mrsdumee Layne Staley🤩

    • @RuinsOfMetal
      @RuinsOfMetal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Don't worry ladies, I'm here for you if you need a new crush...

    • @antti3779
      @antti3779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Was My idol 16 years ago

    • @B-isfor
      @B-isfor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here 😭😢

  • @kwsssssssssss
    @kwsssssssssss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    RIP ALEXI LAIHO! May you rest in peace my dear friend.

  • @thinkingape7655
    @thinkingape7655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    One of the first heavy songs I learned on guitar. I hope he knew how much he meant to his friends, family, and fans. RIP Alexi

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

    • @raidzeromatt
      @raidzeromatt ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same
      One of their only songs I could actually learn when I first heard cob
      Alexi is actually the main reason I actually got good at guitar
      RIP Alexi 🤘

    • @СергейМаленовский
      @СергейМаленовский ปีที่แล้ว

      На гитаре исполняют мелодию!!
      А песню поёт человек с помощью рта 👄!!!

    • @kashfiaislam9995
      @kashfiaislam9995 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alexi Laiho died a virgin. 🎨🥁🎸

  • @carlosfilhosantana
    @carlosfilhosantana 4 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    R.I.P. Alexi Laiho. When i started playing metal, you was one of the first references. Thank you!

  • @bbaa1350
    @bbaa1350 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    RIP Alexi Laiho from Japan.
    You made me buy Jackson RRV,and You taught me what the melodic death metal is.Thank you Alexi Laiho,Super guitar hero.

  • @Luxpalloris
    @Luxpalloris 4 ปีที่แล้ว +269

    R.I.P. Alexi. What a shock and what a loss.

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

    • @kashfiaislam9995
      @kashfiaislam9995 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Alexi Laiho died a virgin. 🎨🥁🎸

    • @Alexilhaiho
      @Alexilhaiho 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kashfiaislam9995 really?

    • @kashfiaislam9995
      @kashfiaislam9995 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Alexilhaiho Yes

    • @Alexilhaiho
      @Alexilhaiho 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kashfiaislam9995 where is the proof?

  • @MissileDiscord
    @MissileDiscord 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +143

    It's 2025.... whoever is here?❤️

    • @jaymzleevigil
      @jaymzleevigil 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Seen him in denver Colorado right before he passed away

    • @TheNightInsideTheFir
      @TheNightInsideTheFir 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      The first minute+ is the perfect intro to a metal song

    • @DangerousTalisman
      @DangerousTalisman 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Oh hi there. 🙂

    • @southernpanda33
      @southernpanda33 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’ll be listening to Alexi at my funeral. I’ve already asked for this song as they lower me.

    • @RODRIGOSOUZ_A
      @RODRIGOSOUZ_A 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Londrina-PR

  • @anish3183
    @anish3183 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Good lord, he's just passed away. Wtf, so sad. What a great talent. World class player with a reputation even beyond Children of Bodom.

  • @ElephantWatchtower
    @ElephantWatchtower 4 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    Damn this hurts. I remember being an 11 year old kid and being completely astounded by Alexi's tone, playing and songwriting. Bodom introduced me to so many musical aspects I had never heard before. I'll always owe a great debt to Alexi for his music. Rip

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

    • @camonthejam
      @camonthejam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You n me both. I discovered bodom at age 10. First time hearing "Kissing The Shadows" blew my fucking mind to pieces. I'm 23 and to this day that song specifically still peaks my interest like no other. They put out so many great songs. May Alexi shred in peace 🖤🤘

  • @winterhisagi2921
    @winterhisagi2921 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I've listened to COB for literally over half of my life now and was super upset when I heard the news of Alexi's passing. Thank you for all of your music and inspiration throughout the years. Truly a guitar god and his legacy will live on. RIP Alexi Laiho.

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

  • @yash9410503314
    @yash9410503314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +775

    3:38 that pinch harmonic is everything

    • @RobertPodosek
      @RobertPodosek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      You're not kidding bro, pinch harmonics give me life

    • @rejaurrahman2524
      @rejaurrahman2524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      '' 03:40 ''

    • @pietpadda593
      @pietpadda593 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Totally! That little triple palm mute on 6th fret A-string jumping to the 8th fret G-string pinch is SWEET.

    • @yash9410503314
      @yash9410503314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rejaurrahman2524 my apologies

    • @nabicx
      @nabicx ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@pietpadda593 imagine reading this as a non guitarist lol

  • @williamsalloom7331
    @williamsalloom7331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    Quarantine brought me back to Blooddrunk album. That led me to purchasing a bunch of Bodom cds. Now I’m here 😃

    • @devildog65301
      @devildog65301 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      #metoo

    • @TheSadistNat1on
      @TheSadistNat1on 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      th-cam.com/video/pdci7LbbjQ0/w-d-xo.html You can tell he stopped practicing so much starting like 2010 and then really drops off for the next few years. But this vid of are you dead yet shows him before that. nails the solo, so good! Thats why he can always make studio stuff because hes sittn down with himself pretty much being able to record what not and is still amazing but if you don't keep up practice and you play at such a level, the live n day to day playing is gonna suffer

    • @RobboElRobbo
      @RobboElRobbo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@TheSadistNat1on The reason he played like shit in 2010 is because he broke his arm but never admitted until recent that it really affected his playing

    • @TheSadistNat1on
      @TheSadistNat1on 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@RobboElRobbo oh yeah thats right. yeah he never got back to his top live playing because of that and then having I believe it has to be thyroid problems, which is why his weight is so suffered and all..all that drank. luckily he stopped goin so fuckn hard so he won't die at least right away. he's a goat

    • @Ddhxii
      @Ddhxii 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where do you buy your CDs from?

  • @makor2817
    @makor2817 4 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    I havent really put a thought in this but this video is really an historic gem, it marked so many lives including mine i remember seeing this video a long time ago, it was my only way to be in the same room listening to alexi, so personal, so raw and down to earth. HE was relatable Because he want perfect but you could see he was giving 110 all the goddamned time and as he said in his dvd, you gotta practice a lot. He didnt achieve for technicality although he was pretty god, he achieved for singularity and originality and he truly marked his name in the history of metal.

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

  • @galahaaad
    @galahaaad ปีที่แล้ว +182

    In Finland's land of metal,
    A legend's story was told,
    Of a guitar god named Alexi,
    Whose music left us all enthralled.
    His fingers danced upon the strings,
    A virtuoso in every way,
    As Children of Bodom blazed forth,
    In a sound that was here to stay.
    With every riff and every lick,
    He pushed the boundaries of his craft,
    His talent shining like a beacon,
    Through every measure and every staff.
    From "Hatebreeder" to "Follow the Reaper",
    And beyond to "Are You Dead Yet?",
    Alexi Laiho's music lives on,
    A legacy we'll never forget.
    Though he's left us far too soon,
    His spirit lives within us all,
    Through his music and his passion,
    He'll continue to rock and roll.
    So let us raise a horn in his honor,
    And headbang to the sound of his guitar,
    For Alexi Laiho's legend lives on,
    A true metal superstar.

    • @smogdanoff7053
      @smogdanoff7053 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Beautiful

    • @eli83627
      @eli83627 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Sounds like chat gpt

    • @MrDilkington15
      @MrDilkington15 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I read that in my head with jack blacks voice and it did not disappoint

    • @lainez...
      @lainez... ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i read this aloud in the style that amon amarth's songs are sung and it was phenomenal

    • @matayorwakasenyi674
      @matayorwakasenyi674 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      beautiful poem!

  • @shermansmith1331
    @shermansmith1331 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    His writing style is simply superior. What a unique and special talent he was. RIP Alexi. You're a god among gods now.

  • @arcanesiren629
    @arcanesiren629 4 ปีที่แล้ว +360

    This guy was and IS the Bruce Lee of guitar-playing. Dude was so fluid like water on guitar, and when he shredded, he SHREDDED - the ultimate definition of guitar shredding. Never liked COB, but I always respected Alexi Laiho. Such a phenomenal guitar player. My condolences to all the fans and to Finland :(

    • @adamrad2220
      @adamrad2220 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Well said. I've played guitar for ~20 years, and Alexi was the guitarist who's style I would have most liked to emulate. He had a masterful ear for melodic metal riffing, and his approach to lead was fairly unique for metal. He would break into free flowing "unabashed guitar wizard" mode during his solos occasionally. His guitar fills were sometimes the same way. His approach to combining melodic metal and flowy guitar playing was, and still is, unrivaled. There are a lot of guitarists who might be faster or have chops just as good, but Alexi's approach to songwriting and the way he played was just...out of this world. I love metal, but guitarists generally are very "on the beat" when it comes to solos. They may very well be 32nd notes, but they're fairly grid oriented (in terms of where the notes fall). They are not very free flowing. Alexi was just....well, I'm repeating myself, but yeah, he was a master at doing exactly what he did.

    • @Gramasz
      @Gramasz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@adamrad2220 I know what you mean. They are very schematic with the phrasing. The 2 metal guitarist I like the most are not like that. One is alexi and the other one is Marty friedman. The melodic rythmic is much more soul foul in those. Especially in Marty

    • @f0otball41
      @f0otball41 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You not liking COB is fair enough, but is it really necessary to bring that up as it relates to the death of one of their members? Come on man, have a little respect.

    • @s.a.3740
      @s.a.3740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@f0otball41 Didn't you even read OP's comment? They said that they respected Alexi Laiho, and praised him for his musical talent on the guitar. If that isn't "little respect," then I don't know what is. Stop being fastidious and semantic about OP not being a fan of COB. At least they showed sympathy and respect by praising Alexi and gave condolences.

    • @Wikdone
      @Wikdone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A very good guitarist, but he's no Petrucci :)
      Easy, easy just ruffling ur feathers. Totally diff styles of guitar. For his style, Alexi was indeed a great guitarist. Seems this past 2yrs we are losing a lot of great musicians, young & old.
      R.I.P. Alexi. Shred on.

  • @vickyarenstig6306
    @vickyarenstig6306 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Ive watched this video 100 times and just noticed the whammy bar teleporting at 00:45. Love alexi man! RIP WILD CHILD

  • @АлексейСмирнов-г4у
    @АлексейСмирнов-г4у 3 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    Мужик.. Я вырос в глубокой сибирской тайге.. в далекой деревне.. так далеко, что казалось солнце не может осветить этот древний лес.. Но твоя музыка дошла и до туда. Спасибо тебе за это.. Спи спокойно, друг! Мы еще встретимся!

    • @Qwerty-bp1iv
      @Qwerty-bp1iv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Где если не секрет?

    • @АлексейСмирнов-г4у
      @АлексейСмирнов-г4у ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Qwerty-bp1iv Томская область

    • @ВолодяСлайд
      @ВолодяСлайд ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Все увидимся Лех.

    • @АлексейСмирнов-г4у
      @АлексейСмирнов-г4у ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ВолодяСлайд все, рано или поздно, увидимся, эт точно

    • @jayj264
      @jayj264 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I grew up in rural Texas, United States. Our lives could not have started differently, yet that pinch harmonic reached us both in the same manner. RIP Alexi

  • @morbidghoul9654
    @morbidghoul9654 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Always come back to check up on his vids . Such a cool dude and you can never go wrong with an ESP. Miss this guy for sure .

  • @MrEdxwx
    @MrEdxwx 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1153

    REPLAY 1000 times can`t stop :D

  • @napakamu9670
    @napakamu9670 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Been listening to Bodom to this day since 2005, back when I was a kid. Have the first 5 album CD's since childhood. My favorite metal band by far. Their songs are extremely creative, unique and melodic masterpieces. RIP Laiho, you were a uniquely talented songwriter and guitarist. You have given me a shit ton of great memories that I can relive by listening to Bodom's songs, and I'm forever grateful for that.

  • @yum9inety4our
    @yum9inety4our 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    another metal guitarist who has left us all, condolences to his family

  • @raminbohlouli1969
    @raminbohlouli1969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I can't get over the fact that we lost this legend🤦‍♂️ You will always be in my heart man , damn

  • @Adott2
    @Adott2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    RIP Legend Riff-Monster

  • @vicrattlehead5530
    @vicrattlehead5530 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    So sad, I just discovered Children of Bodom last year. This man was a fucking legend, and he inspired me while learning guitar. R.I.P Alexi Laiho \m/

  • @JacksonBennett
    @JacksonBennett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    RIP to a legend of the genre.

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

  • @aieralong1210
    @aieralong1210 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Listening to this brilliant piece in 2021... feels like Alexi is still alive around all of us. RIP buddy!!!

    • @tommy8159
      @tommy8159 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      2022

    • @av8644
      @av8644 ปีที่แล้ว

      2023

    • @Runny117
      @Runny117 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2024

  • @OscarDGalea
    @OscarDGalea 4 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    I remember when I didn't know much about metal, I even referred to the genre as "heavy rock". Well, searching the internet for heavy rock bands (what an idiot) I came across a yahoo recommendation for Children of Bodom. They were my entry into the most extreme metal; my personality received a permanent influence since then. Thanks Alexi, your voice was the first intense scream I heard in my life and back then I was immediately fascinated. You are the reason why I have a taste for gutturals like Arch Enemy’s or Insomnium’s today when before know you I did not tolerate that style.

    • @sizoduke
      @sizoduke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Bodom was also my gateway to extreme vocals. Up until then I used to think extreme vocals were stupid. Then everything changed. I think it was correlated with the awesome musicianship. If not for the great guitars and keyboards it would still, in my primal mind, be "just another screamo band". Alexi was an inspiration for so many people

    • @pashon4percushon
      @pashon4percushon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      why do i always find these great musicians after they die?

    • @OscarDGalea
      @OscarDGalea 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@pashon4percushon Same, with Death's singer Chuck Schuldiner.

    • @OscarDGalea
      @OscarDGalea 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sizoduke From the beginning I was impressed by their keyboards, even more so on Blooddrunk (my first album). By the way I am nailed to his entire musical career, I never understood so much controversy with his musical "changes" since Follow The Reaper, it would be quite insipid that all his albums sound the same.

    • @waynedamron8006
      @waynedamron8006 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is so relatable, I think they may have been my entry point as well. Them, Death, and honestly Killswitch was in there too just because they had clean vocals I could relate more to at the time. But COB is part of the period that changed my life...RIP to one of the best guitar players ever. Now I listen to black metal while I work....what a change

  • @jamesrogers9887
    @jamesrogers9887 10 ปีที่แล้ว +790

    I hate the comments on this video. He's clearly a great guitarist. He's playing at the EMG studio and has his own signature guitar and pickup. Even if you think this song is easy you ought to admire the fact it sounds good. Music isn't about how many notes you can play in 3 seconds it's about what triggers emotions. More over, that tone. Jesus. The rhythm tone is crazy.

    • @nobrainsnoheadache2434
      @nobrainsnoheadache2434 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      late but fucking eh, I listen to this most every day it's awesome skill

    • @watchlistenlearn
      @watchlistenlearn 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Do people forget he sings too .....

    • @nobrainsnoheadache2434
      @nobrainsnoheadache2434 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@watchlistenlearn for anyone watching the BVB one is good too, In The End, it has 2 guys, not nearly as sophisticated though
      th-cam.com/video/_npL1eOMJRg/w-d-xo.html

    • @cmspain24
      @cmspain24 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ENGL amps will do that!

    • @Opethfeldt
      @Opethfeldt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      "Music is about emotions". That sounds kinds feminine, bro. Do you even lift?

  • @destinybennett666
    @destinybennett666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +288

    He was the reason I got into heavier music R.I.P.

    • @TheTrooperMB
      @TheTrooperMB 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Exactly the same : Everytime I Die was a new chapter in my music taste..

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

    • @metalftw9652
      @metalftw9652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same here, thanks to Sixpounder. All started there in 2009/2010. Thank God I managed to catch them in 2017, setlist comprised of stuff (some rare) from their first 4 albums only, including In the Shadows, which hadn’t been played for 20 yrs until then.

    • @terran236
      @terran236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      haha same here. started with Maiden and Metallica then Bodom got me into heavier shit, now here i am with periphery, and various other prog/black/death metal bands. Thanks to Bodom. R.I.P Alexi Laiho

    • @TomMorello725
      @TomMorello725 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True... Children of Bodom was a door to another dimension in metal for me. He is a legend.

  • @emil8679
    @emil8679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've heard this song a million times already and still, I just stare in awe shaking my head watching this. Just absolute master class. RIP WildChild.

  • @TheCJHowes
    @TheCJHowes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    As a teen just getting into more extreme metal, I was blown away by songs like Silent Night, Bodom Night; Warheart, Black Widow, Everytime I Die, Follow the Reaper, Downfall, etc. His riffs were unique, his guitar playing was masterclass, and his songwriting was unparalleled.
    RIP Alexi, you will be missed.

  • @jacobcraft6635
    @jacobcraft6635 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Just found out about Alexi's death. It hurts knowing one of the guitarists who got me into Death metal genres 9 years ago when I was 15 has passed on. You will be missed. Rest in peace.

  • @Barbiepancakes
    @Barbiepancakes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    RIP Alexi you are the reason why i started in this kind of music ❤️

  • @gearwalker89
    @gearwalker89 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I still come back to this video to enjoy seeing him rip through this track. One of the best front men ever.
    Children of bodom forever 🤘
    Rest in power, Alexi.

  • @prayassingh9184
    @prayassingh9184 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    RIP legend.That flawless picking hand shall rule for eternity.Thanyou for keeping the metal scene alive \m/

  • @Archferumphis
    @Archferumphis 9 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Legendary riffs

  • @suprecam9880
    @suprecam9880 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    what a fucking legend. these riffs are so epic.. and the way he sings his guitar's tune into the rhythm and harmonizes.. it's just amazing! that is real talent.

  • @DinoNerdGaming69offical
    @DinoNerdGaming69offical 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Though he has decided to leave this plane, his existence in the 5th dimension drives us all to be greater. Rest in Power Alexi

  • @alexfebrianoo
    @alexfebrianoo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    this guy is a fucking genius

    • @nikolalazar680
      @nikolalazar680 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Try listening to Chuck Shuldiner's band Death

  • @iviz_478
    @iviz_478 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    R.I.P Alexi, pure talent.

  • @psd9850
    @psd9850 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Can't believe he's gone. Such a talent, such an inspiration. RIP Alexi.

  • @paulsudeep1456
    @paulsudeep1456 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Legendary 🔥🔥🔥🔥makes a person feel like learning guitar and at the same time make em feel they can never be there…alexi is a legend !!!! Wanna talk abt him but no words can describe this human !!!!!

  • @bigchiefsmackaho387
    @bigchiefsmackaho387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    When George Lynch and John Petrucci both are blown away by your playing you know you did something right.

  • @nayob
    @nayob ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such a pleasure to watch him play.
    Thank you for sharing your genius with us Alexi.
    Rest in peace

  • @michaelirizzz121
    @michaelirizzz121 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    These play throughs will always be nostalgic and influential, RIP to one of the greats, what a legend! Rock on forever 🤟🏼

  • @mattschultz4994
    @mattschultz4994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    He played guitar like my dreams ....fuckin amazing rip budday

  • @randomyoko2
    @randomyoko2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You’ll be missed... You’ll always live in my heart. Thank you for all of what you’ve brought to us in this world. R.I.P.

  • @Wild.Gopher
    @Wild.Gopher 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    RIP Alexi, what an absolute legend. Hope you can rip through this song forever in Heaven

  • @PERCEPTSIN
    @PERCEPTSIN 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    At least twice a week minimum, I would sit here & watch this video multiple times without taking my eyes of the screen. Children of the bodom, is a bad i discovered through guitar hero & I knew i found something special. I dove deep into this band afterwards. Loved the way Alexi played. So fucking sad to hear he is gone 💔😥

  • @darkerufo
    @darkerufo 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Seeing the outpouring of love for this man even to this day is incredible. I feel he's brought more people together than any politician

  • @jahvinci3826
    @jahvinci3826 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    RIP. Still here

  • @Spjungen
    @Spjungen 10 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Man I remember when this guy was like...my EVERYTHING when I was a kid, listening to hatebreeder, follow the reaper, lake bodom...those were the good albums man.
    Afterwards well...I think we all see what's happened.

    • @GeneralVexis
      @GeneralVexis 10 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      What's wrong with HoB?

    • @Jensbjoern
      @Jensbjoern 10 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      They got better? Yep. lol

    • @FunkywimHD
      @FunkywimHD 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Freddie Bleeko Not really I mean I listen to dubstep and scarletti too. I'm perfectly fine with people liking stuff based on trends but why do they have to whine about it so much?

    • @psychedelicpain420
      @psychedelicpain420 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Spjungen I feel you man. Because of him I let my hair grow out. He still has the most beautiful male long hair I've ever seen. I remember when I became a huge fan of them. My world turned around COBHC. They still my fav band of ALL TIME, and they will always be...
      SC2_Avex And there is nothing wrong with HoB, It's only that the older albums are the most classic ones. And the album Hatebreeder will NEVER be surpassed. NEVER...

    • @Crabcore1
      @Crabcore1 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      You should check Earthborn Evolution or Omnipresent perception by Beyond Creation if you like long male hair haha, these videos are like metal L'oreal ads.

  • @maxkronqvist8723
    @maxkronqvist8723 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Still sad about he’s passing, it was when i got into guitar he passed away did not really know who he was but now after a few months it really hit me, now that i am learning their songs.

  • @IYBeats
    @IYBeats 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ух как давно это было, помню заслушивал Лайхо, целая эпоха для мелодик дэт-метала!

  • @h.p.dominocus
    @h.p.dominocus ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I remember hearing their first album when I was a teen in the 90s and they were also very young at the time from what i remember. It was pretty inspiring. Made me want to practice guitar all day. RIP

  • @mpwhiteloon2316
    @mpwhiteloon2316 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Still missing you brother. I often wonder what kindof killer songs you would have written had you still been here. You are not forgotten Alexi. PS I have a grandson that was named after you, “Laiho” 👊 Metal forever!

  • @redachiban6380
    @redachiban6380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    He lives through his songs and musics. And that is true immortality.

    • @noname-md6pw
      @noname-md6pw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      COB's music is pretty much in my fucking soul at this point.

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

    • @kashfiaislam9995
      @kashfiaislam9995 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alexi Laiho died a virgin. 🎨🥁🎸

  • @davidmurphy8364
    @davidmurphy8364 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Not just saying this because I’m watching this but this is honestly one of my all time favourite songs. It’s perfect.

  • @adamcooper1409
    @adamcooper1409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Lemmy on bass dime and alexi on axes vinny on drums and dio as the frontman....fuckin heavens rockin tf out🤘🤘🤘🤘

  • @ngb7604
    @ngb7604 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    RIP legend. You and your band always in my mind! You were one of the best guitarists around the world!

  • @andrewharper8974
    @andrewharper8974 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I never thought that an artist would make me cry. His departure really hit my feelings as a teenager.

    • @B-isfor
      @B-isfor 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      the same here, this realy hits hard

    • @jellojackets
      @jellojackets 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      man same here. never thought he'd go so soon.

  • @shredhead21
    @shredhead21 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This man single handedly (and single pickup) shaped my guitar playing since I was 19 years old. Still miss him!

  • @dopeymetalbud
    @dopeymetalbud 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Had been listening to COB since like 2000-2001, and I could not have been more in love with a band at that time. They were the epitome of everything I wanted to hear in music. Alexi was such a HUGE inspiration, just like Mikael Akerfeldt from Opeth. The fact that both of these guys could blast away on their axes AND sing at the same time, it's just truly incredible and all around awesome. Don't know why, but tonight it has brought a tear to my eye that Alexi is no longer with us. Never met him, and never got a chance to see them live, but now that's gone forever. I hope his spirit will shred forever, he was truly one of the greatest in the genre, and he will never be forgotten. 😞🤘

  • @hotrunzz8593
    @hotrunzz8593 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of my favorite guitarists of all time. RIP Alexi.

  • @trypulling921
    @trypulling921 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Rest In Peace Alexi long live wild child

  • @greatscottgaming8681
    @greatscottgaming8681 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Alexi was a legendary guitarist, RIP! I can't quite figure out how he managed to play chords with integrated pinch harmonics and still vibrato them, just the logistics of getting all that to work is mind blowing

  • @ElioRigonat
    @ElioRigonat 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1801

    People that never listened to COB, please mind this is the technically easiest and most mainstream song they have. Listen to the album Hatebreeder and you will understand why he is known as a musical and guitar genius and God. It's gonna blow your minds.

    • @elioesposito1186
      @elioesposito1186 11 ปีที่แล้ว +141

      But this song is cool too :c

    • @ElioRigonat
      @ElioRigonat 11 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      It is, but if they want something badass and super hard to play showed down their throats - be it.

    • @54MSAM
      @54MSAM 11 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      ***** their stuff in "halo of blood" actually sounds a bit more technical to me, but "hatebreeder", "follow the reaper", even "hate crew deathroll" in some ways is definitely more technical than stuff in this album

    • @54MSAM
      @54MSAM 11 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ***** I guess something like "Hate Me", "Waste of Skin", or this song

    • @elioesposito1186
      @elioesposito1186 11 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      54MSAM This song doesn't go "happy" that's the genre .-. Melodeath is like that... You shouldn't like Avatar if you think that's a happy song.

  • @mustuuga
    @mustuuga 10 ปีที่แล้ว +527

    everyone's an expert and a ruthless critic on youtube...

    • @cenaakashakash
      @cenaakashakash 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      mustuuga haha true bro
      But when we meet them in real life, they will hide their faces😂
      ..

    • @joshstiehl1170
      @joshstiehl1170 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      yop

    • @johnstitt2615
      @johnstitt2615 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And unless they get on stage what they do doesn’t count...

    • @phunsukh2810
      @phunsukh2810 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly!

    • @DefMettle
      @DefMettle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      everyones everything....critic, expert, comedian and their opinion is fact.

  • @carminescurse
    @carminescurse 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He did a free meet and greet in San Antonio. Got autographs and shook his hand. He will be missed. God keep you Alexi.

  • @Danilo-qk2gw
    @Danilo-qk2gw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great great guitar player,amazing metal guitar composer, changed my life since the first time I listened to "Downfall", long live Alexi Laiho!

  • @schwarg
    @schwarg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Hands down the biggest guitar hero of the 2000s

    • @DiscolorBlind
      @DiscolorBlind 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      kimberly goss is abusing the laiho family. Please share this hate crew: th-cam.com/video/lSe-5G3A7po/w-d-xo.html the finnish press link is in the description. let's show this woman that Alexi was a god and she can not get away with harassing the family of a god. Spread the word. Alexi's family needs your help.

  • @Mmmleftovers
    @Mmmleftovers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    RIP brother, you're shredding with legends now. God rest your soul!

  • @elenacobhc
    @elenacobhc ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Damn, watching Alexi's videos brings tears to my eyes... you are the best guitarist that ever walked on this planet 🖤🎸

  • @dakryptkeepa6968
    @dakryptkeepa6968 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolute legend. Thank you for inspiring me and countless others

  • @heshreds4049
    @heshreds4049 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Rip dude, you were and still are a legend.

  • @UltraViolent21
    @UltraViolent21 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    A legend that was lost way too young. I was at their first show they ever played in America in Austin. I later got to play on the same stage with my band. We miss you Alexi! Hatecrew! 🤘

  • @BlackMessiah122
    @BlackMessiah122 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This is unbeliveable, I really cannot believe he's passed away...

  • @vahagnhakobyan7487
    @vahagnhakobyan7487 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    this footage of Alexi just performing without no vocals is just fugging amazing! RIP Alexi

  • @s4mcote
    @s4mcote 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such a talented musician, I’m devastated 🥺💔

  • @sipe65
    @sipe65 10 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Suomen ja ehkä koko maailman paras kitaristi!! Kiitos Allu!!

    • @Jurkyification
      @Jurkyification 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Joo. Kiitos Albert Järvinen.

    • @vennuv5626
      @vennuv5626 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tottakai kuunnellu bodomia 7 vuotta alotin 7 vuotiaana ja nyt oon 13 hevi metalic rules🤟🏻

    • @Marisolita_95
      @Marisolita_95 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Jurkyification With all due respect, how many times Albert was ranked as the world's best guitarist during his life? Don't get me wrong, the guy was good and I love 10/80 album and Roadrunner, but the fact is that he didn't succeed as well as Alexi. And at the end of his career he was a rather pathetic sight on stage, drunk as hell and so on...you know the story probably better than I.

    • @Jurkyification
      @Jurkyification 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Marisolita_95 Kind of weird that you responded to me instead of original poster. But even by Alexis own words he said that he propably is not best. It was just something that fans voted.

    • @Marisolita_95
      @Marisolita_95 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I responded to you 'cause you mentioned Albert. Well, fans are the ones who buy albums and listen to music, if they voted Alexi, what's wrong with that? Guitarists rarely say themselves that "look at me, I'm the best in the world, oh, except Yngwie :) To me it's not about who's the best, it's great there are so many skilled guitarists in the world, in fact, I find it stupid to talk about who's the best, it's just a matter of taste and arguing about it is just a waste of time.

  • @sole__doubt
    @sole__doubt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is my favorite playthrough from Alexi. Probably because its the one I can play along with!

  • @FromTheSky0
    @FromTheSky0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'll never forget my friend burning me a follow the reaper cd - I fell in love with this band. I was also learning guitar at the time and got my first electric guitar, then I discovered Drop C tuning through Alexi's lessons online. He was truly an amazing guitar player and really inspired me at the time. Rest in peace man and enjoy shredding it up in the after life, you definitely changed many people's lives. I was so grateful to see them preform live in 2009 with Lamb of God

  • @falx94
    @falx94 10 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My personal favorite guitarist. I love how easy he makes it look. Granted this song IS very easy especially compared to their other stuff but still. Damn Alexi is talented.

  • @brandon-built
    @brandon-built 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Alexi was one of my first guitar heroes. He will be missed!

  • @milhouse777
    @milhouse777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Dude's fucking nailed the solo, exactly like the album version, what a talent... RIP Alex

  • @mariometalrocker599
    @mariometalrocker599 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Alexi! you were one of the artists that inspired me to be a musician. Thanks for all. Rest in power master!

  • @konsta9600
    @konsta9600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I remember how this blew my mind in 9th grade, playing the guitar parts with my friend in music classroom during skip class.
    RIP Alexi Laiho

  • @Rawnfella
    @Rawnfella 10 ปีที่แล้ว +274

    To everyone saying the tremolo arm keeps moving:
    The guitars in the song are clearly multi tracked.
    He would've played this song (AT LEAST) 2 times to get that ass walloping wall of tone - that sound is simply not possible with a single guitar track.
    They obviously just visually recorded him both times and took bits and pieces from both recordings, which ever looked cooler during each part, I guess.

    • @Gothguitarist
      @Gothguitarist 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      No acualy its direct recorded with mixing done....

    • @teemukielinen7182
      @teemukielinen7182 9 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Rimfeldt Nah, (at least) two takes mixed into one as joseph said. One guitar plays at a time - plus the backing guitar(s) from the record.

    • @MrPierdole123
      @MrPierdole123 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rimfeldt It is also Possible that a Chorus Pedal was implemented on one of the channels where it simply lowered the Pitch of the sound by a bit. It's doable i'm pretty sure like that and it is much easier to record the same thing 2 times on different parts.

    • @Rawnfella
      @Rawnfella 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Maciej Kamiński
      I know about chorus pedals but 1:54 is clearly 2 guitar tracks. Also dual and quad guitar tracking only works with completely different guitar tracks as their imperfections is what makes the sound thick.
      Copying and pasting the same guitar track (and/or even setting them apart by a few milliseconds) still doesn't have the same effect.

    • @Rawnfella
      @Rawnfella 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ***** That's exactly what I said..? 2 takes mixed into one..?

  • @emilwilddude92
    @emilwilddude92 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Alexi Laiho, the main reason why I picked up guitar! Kiitos brother rest in eternal peace

  • @deznconfuzed6
    @deznconfuzed6 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Whoever said he never passed and god needed guitar lessons you are right my friend