HIM – ‘Razorblade Romance’ CD

‘Razorblade Romance’ is the second studio album by Finnish gothic rock band HIM.

Musically, the album featured a sleeker production and a more melodic sound compared to their debut. The album’s lead single ‘Join Me in Death’ would prove to be HIM’s breakthrough single, reaching number one in Finland and Germany. The song also found its way onto the soundtrack of the 1999 science fiction film ‘The Thirteenth Floor.’

‘Razorblade Romance’ received mostly positive reviews from critics, with particular praise being given to the songwriting, while the more polished production received some criticism. The album also charted in six countries, peaking at number one in Finland, Germany and Austria, later going double platinum, triple gold, and gold, respectively.

‘Razorblade Romance’ would also go on to chart in the United States of America in January 2004, making it the band’s first album to chart in the country. HIM also won “Album of the Year” at the 2000 Emma Awards, as well as were awarded at the 2004 IFPI Platinum Europe Awards.