Are their any bands like Children of Bodom that i could check out? cuz i love this type of music and i want more bands like them to listen to. so any recommendations are welcome.
I have to mention Kalmah & Norther too... Both finnish bands; like CoB... Kalmah are more agressive, but yet melodic in a better way... Norther are more fantasy inspired, and I think that fits this genre perfect... Give them both a try...
You should definitely check out FAERGHAIL. Specifically the 2000 release album "Where Angels Dwell No More". A great little album with excellent production. There's mp3's from this album here http://www.faerghail.net/main.htm .