4 stars
Heavy metal band explores pop music.
Children Of Bodom, a Finnish band, has been around for over 10 years and has been annually releasing albums with its own unique extreme metal sound. The newest CD, Skeletons in the Closet, sets a new tone for the band. It’s Children of Bodom’s first full cover album. The distinctive album contains over a dozen songs; it has everything from Pat Benatar to Britney Spears. Yes, Britney Spears. What other heavy metal band would attempt a cover of Oops!... I Did It Again? This album has a lot to offer, including mind-blowing guitar and aggressive lyrics. Heavy metal enthusiast or not, there’s something for you on this album.
Stefan’s fave track: Lookin’ Out My Back Door