In April 2027, “Children of Bodom Hate Crew – A Visual History”, an extensive visual book documenting the history of Finnish metal band CHILDREN OF BODOM, will be released. Compiled by Finnish music journalist and author Timo Isoaho, the 240-page publication covers more than three decades of the band’s history – from their early beginnings under the name Inearthed to their international success as CHILDREN OF BODOM.
The carefully designed book features numerous previously unpublished photographs, personal memories, interview excerpts and rare archival material. Its contents include backstage passes, setlists, childhood photographs of the band members, early demo artwork, and insights into recording sessions, tours and life behind the scenes.
Beyond the band’s musical development, the book also explores the personal relationships between its members, their shared experiences and the growth of their international fan community, known as the “Hate Crew”.
In 2025, Timo Isoaho published the successful biography “Children of Bodom”, in which the band members told their story in detail for the first time. The biography covered both the band’s rise to international success and the internal conflicts that eventually led to their breakup in 2019.
“Hate Crew – A Visual History” is designed as a standalone publication while also serving as an extensive visual companion to the biography.
CHILDREN OF BODOM are among Finland’s most internationally successful metal bands. Combining melodic death metal with technically demanding guitar work and influences from various metal genres, the band helped shape the international metal scene for more than two decades. Throughout their career, CHILDREN OF BODOM released ten studio albums and received numerous awards, including three Finnish Emma Awards and several gold and platinum certifications.
The book will be published in April 2027 by Finnish publisher Like Kustannus, with Finnish and English editions released simultaneously.
The English-language edition will be available exclusively through the official CHILDREN OF BODOM Hate Crew Store, operated by German independent record label Reaper Entertainment. Reaper Entertainment manages the band’s official online store and is responsible for the worldwide direct-to-consumer distribution of the English edition through the shop.
The official US Shop will offer the books for pre-order in a few days.
Release Date: April 2027
Title: Children of Bodom Hate Crew – A Visual History
Author: Timo Isoaho
Pages: 240
Publisher: Like Kustannus
Languages: Finnish and English
English Edition: Exclusively available through the official CHILDREN OF BODOM Hate Crew Store, operated by Reaper Entertainment
