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A Homage to Alexi Laiho And Three Decades of Explosive Metal

BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT
New EP 
‘Paint The Sky With Blood’
Out Now!

Visualizer For Payback’s A Bitch Released

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Photo credit: Terhi Ylimäinen

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Last Friday was meant to celebrate a vigorous manifestation of a brand new metal era and now pays tribute to an incomparable guitarist, artist and visionary of his time.

BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT have released their highly-anticipated three-track EP,
Paint the Sky with Blood, via Napalm Records.

The EP that was recorded back in Finland, was intended to be followed by a full-length album later in the year – now embodies a whole new meaning and remains as the only work by BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT. Paint the Sky with Blood is undeniable evidence of the late Alexi Laiho’s artistic spirit and his extraordinary musical skills in synthesis with his absolutely talented bandmates Daniel Freyberg, Waltteri Väyrynen, Mitja Toivonen and live keyboardist Vili Itäpelto.

Not only do the band’s final recordings see the light today, but the matching visualizer for “Payback’s A Bitch” is also out now via Napalm Records.

Check it out here

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“Like ourselves, Alexi was beyond stoked about these songs and anxious to get these out, so we are happy that we can fulfill his wish. Needless to say, we are honored and proud to be a part of his very last creative work and to unleash it the way he wanted it. It’s time to let the beast out of the cage one more time as a celebration of Alexi’s music, legacy and the man himself.” – BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT

Heavy title track “Paint the Sky with Blood” sets the stage for the 14-minute EP of the same name, and is strikingly reminiscent of early–CHILDREN OF BODOM elements while also adding exciting modern influences into the fold.  Second stunner “Payback’s A Bitch” and its massive riffing are on a quest for retribution, delivering a hard-hitting, second to none offense. The interplay of Alexi Laiho, guitarist Daniel Freyberg, drummer Waltteri Väyrynen (Paradise Lost), bassist Mitja Toivonen (ex-Santa Cruz) and live keyboardist Vili Itäpelto is not only a testament to the band’s extraordinary musical ability, but also showcases their skill in deftly incorporating a variety of genre influences.

Closing cover track “Where Dead Angels Lie” is an absolute triumph – originally performed by Swedish extreme metal formation Dissection, the track shines as a timeless classic with a new edge. Eerie riffs and vocals alternating between menacing murmurs and characteristic guttural, distorted vocals stay faithful to the original while branding this version with an undeniable BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT punch.  

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BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT are:

Alexi Laiho – guitar & vocals
Daniel Freyberg – guitar
Mitja Toivonen – bass
Waltteri Väyrynen – drums

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Cover Artwork: Travis Smith

Paint The Sky With Blood 
Tracklisting:

01. Paint The Sky With Blood
02. Payback’s A Bitch
03. Where Dead Angels Lie (Dissection Cover)

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Paint The Sky With Blood 
will be available in the following formats:

– 10″ Spined Sleeve Oxblood
– 10″ Spined Sleeve Black
– 10″ Spined Sleeve Inkspot Ox/Black
– Deluxe Box
– 1 Digipak Mini CD
– Digital Album

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Get Your Copy Now HERE

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AMNPLIFY – DB