LABEL: BMG Rights Management
VINYL RELEASE DATE: 7/26/2024
ORIGINAL RELEASE DATE: 1999
VARIANT: Clear Vinyl LP

Razorblade Romanceis the second studio album by Finnishgothic rockbandHIM, recorded with producerJohn Fryer.HIM initially began recording the album with producerHiili Hiilesmaa, who had helmed the group's 1997debut album, however these sessions proved unsuccessful, and HIM parted ways with Hiilesmaa, and recruited Fryer. The band, along with Fryer, relocated toRockfield Studiosin Wales to begin recording, and released the album on 24 January 2000. 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.