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HIM (Finnish band)

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HIM
Company typeBand
IndustryMusic
Founded1991 in Helsinki, Finland
FounderVille Valo, Mikko "Mige" Paananen
Headquarters
Helsinki
,
Finland
ProductsMusic albums, singles, tours

HIM (occasionally presented as H.I.M.) was a gothic rock ensemble from Helsinki, Finland. The group was established in 1991 by vocalist Ville Valo and bassist Mikko "Mige" Paananen under the name His Infernal Majesty. After disbanding briefly, they regrouped in 1995 with Valo and guitarist Mikko "Linde" Lindström. The lineup expanded with the return of Mige, alongside keyboardist Antto Melasniemi and drummer Juhana "Pätkä" Rantala. Their debut album, Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666, was released in 1997. By 2000, with drummer Mika "Gas Lipstick" Karppinen and keyboardist Juska Salminen on board, they launched Razorblade Romance, which reached number one in Finland, Austria, and Germany. The track "Join Me in Death" earned platinum certification in Finland and gold in Germany.

After recruiting keyboardist Janne "Burton" Puurtinen, HIM delivered Deep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights (2001) and Love Metal (2003), both securing top ten chart positions internationally and facilitating tours across the UK and US. Their 2005 release, Dark Light, represented their commercial zenith, making them the first Finnish band to receive a gold certification in the United States. Although the production of 2007's Venus Doom presented difficulties, it achieved their highest US chart placement at number twelve.

Following the 2010 album Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice, the band took a hiatus due to Gas Lipstick’s health-related absence but returned with Tears on Tape in 2013. After Gas Lipstick's departure in 2015, Jukka "Kosmo" Kröger assumed drumming duties. On 5 March 2017, HIM declared their breakup following a farewell tour culminating with a final performance on New Year's Eve at the annual Helldone Festival.

HIM is recognized as one of Finland's most commercially successful bands, having sold over ten million records and won eight Emma Awards. Their distinctive sound combines melodic sorrow with heavier elements, which they termed "love metal." The band's heartagram emblem has become an iconic image featured extensively across multiple platforms.

1991–1996: Formation and early development

The origins of HIM trace back to 1991 in Helsinki, Finland, when childhood friends Ville Valo and Mikko "Mige" Paananen founded the group initially named His Infernal Majesty. In this early formation, Valo played six-string bass as a substitute for guitar while Mige also handled bass duties. The lineup included two alternating drummers and produced their initial demo titled Witches and Other Night Fears. After performing their first concert on New Year's Eve 1992, the band dissolved due to Mige’s conscription into military service.

In 1995, Valo reassembled the band with guitarist Mikko "Linde" Lindström, recording a four-song demo featuring Valo on drums and vocals. Without securing an external vocalist, Valo took on lead singing responsibilities. Soon after, Mige returned on bass along with drummer Juhana "Pätkä" Rantala. Their first post-reformation gig occurred on 19 December 1995 at Teatro in Helsinki. Shortly thereafter, keyboardist Janne "Burton" Puurtinen joined the group.

Although they submitted demos to labels such as Nuclear Blast, Roadrunner, and Spinefarm, initial offers were scarce. Eventually, they signed with BMG after production manager Asko Kallonen was impressed by their rendition of Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game". In October 1996, operating under the name HIM, they released the EP 666 Ways to Love: Prologue, produced by Hiili Hiilesmaa. Guitarist Oskari "Oki" Kymäläinen featured on this record but was later removed due to internal conflicts. The EP entered the Finnish Singles Chart at number sixteen and climbed to number nine within five weeks. To promote the release, HIM performed at Tavastia Club and commenced touring with keyboardist Antto Melasniemi.

1997–2000: Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 and Razorblade Romance

In 1997, HIM commenced recording their first album with producer Hiili Hiilesmaa, who played a crucial role in developing their signature sound and was often regarded as the unofficial sixth member of the band. The album Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 debuted in Finland on 3 November 1997 and was released internationally a year later. It reached number four on the Finnish charts and also charted in Germany. The singles "When Love and Death Embrace" and "Your Sweet 666" both secured spots within Finland's top ten. Praised for its eclectic style, the album eventually achieved platinum certification in Finland. At the 1997 Emma Gala, HIM earned accolades for Newcomer of the Year and Debut Album of the Year. Their supporting tour kicked off in December 1997. Before embarking on their inaugural international tour, keyboardist Antto Melasniemi was replaced by Jussi-Mikko "Juska" Salminen due to logistical complications, while drummer Pätkä was succeeded by Mika "Gas Lipstick" Karppinen because of personal constraints limiting his participation.

By January 1999, HIM had begun crafting demos for new material with Hiilesmaa but relocated to Rockfield, Wales to collaborate with producer John Fryer after unsatisfactory initial sessions. In November 1999, the single "Join Me in Death" was released, topping charts in Finland and Germany and earning platinum status in Finland as well as gold certifications in Germany and Austria. At the 1999 Emma Gala, HIM was honored as Export of the Year. The band also initiated an annual New Year's Eve performance tradition at Helsinki's Tavastia Club. Their sophomore album, Razorblade Romance, launched on 24 January 2000, reached number one in Finland, Austria, and Germany. It secured double platinum certification in Finland, triple gold in Germany, and gold in Austria. Four further singles from this album all attained positions within the Finnish top five. Receiving favorable critical attention, Razorblade Romance was awarded four stars by Soundi magazine and received commendations from Blabbermouth.net. At the 2000 Emma Gala, HIM won Band of the Year and Album of the Year for this release. Additionally, at the 2000 VIVA Comet Awards, they received Viewers' Choice and Video of the Year honors for "Join Me in Death". Their supporting tour included their first performances in the UK but was challenged by fatigue and near-accidents involving members of the band. Despite these difficulties that nearly caused a split, HIM regrouped to focus on their subsequent album.

2001–2004: Deep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights and Love Metal

Toward the end of 2000, HIM began demoing tracks for their third studio album alongside producer T. T. Oksala. However, BMG opposed releasing these demos as final material and brought in producer Kevin Shirley to oversee production. Keyboardist Juska Salminen was replaced by Janne "Burton" Puurtinen due to absences caused by burnout. The extended eleven-month recording period influenced the album's musical direction; frontman Ville Valo noted a shift from stoner rock toward Neil Young-inspired elements. Released on 24 August 2001, Deep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights reached number one on charts in Finland and Austria, peaked at number two in Germany and Switzerland, and earned platinum status in Finland alongside gold certification in Austria. Three singles from this album entered Finland's top five rankings. Critical responses were mixed: AllMusic described it as overly polished and dull, whereas Blabbermouth.net praised its cohesive artistry. At the 2001 Emma Gala, HIM received Export of the Year honors and also won Viewers' Choice at the VIVA Comet Awards.

In 2002, due to a naming conflict with a Chicago-based jazz fusion group called HiM, HIM temporarily adopted the name HER for their American releases until an agreement permitted both bands to retain their original names. On 7 October 2002, they issued The Single Collection, compiling all singles along with the track "It's All Tears". That same month saw publication of their official biography titled Synnin viemää. Although tensions during the accompanying tour nearly caused a breakup, it ultimately reinforced band unity. HIM's debut US concert was facilitated by skateboarder Bam Margera, who subsequently became a significant promoter for the band.

After a brief hiatus early in 2002, HIM resumed rehearsals with Hiili Hiilesmaa for their fourth album. Valo described this project as a reaction against prior frustrations over production control from their previous record. The band prominently featured their heartagram emblem on the album cover as a deliberate statement of identity. Released on 11 April 2003, Love Metal achieved top-five chart positions across four countries, including number one placements in both Finland and Germany. It marked their first entry into the UK charts at number 55 and earned platinum certification domestically along with gold status in Germany. The album produced three singles; notably, "The Funeral of Hearts" reached number one on Finnish charts while its music video won Best Video at the 2004 Kerrang! Awards. Critics lauded its strong compositions and energetic delivery.

Following Love Metal, HIM completed a sold-out inaugural US tour. In August 2003, after fulfilling contractual obligations, they parted ways with BMG. Plans for a live album titled Live Metal were abandoned as focus shifted toward new recordings. In March 2004, they released And Love Said No: The Greatest Hits 1997–2004, which peaked at number two in Finland and number five in Germany while achieving gold certification domestically. This compilation included two new tracks—"And Love Said No" and a cover of Neil Diamond’s "Solitary Man"—which reached numbers one and two respectively on Finnish charts; additionally, "Solitary Man" attained number nine on the UK Singles Chart. In September 2004, HIM signed with Sire Records, covering territories including Europe, North America, Japan, and Australia; releases within Finland were managed through their own label Heartagram. On 7 December that year, they issued The Video Collection: 1997–2003, featuring all their music videos to date. Readers of Metal Hammer named HIM Band of the Year for 2004.

2005–2008: Dark Light and Venus Doom

On 17 January 2005, HIM took part in the Yhteinen ASIA benefit concert, organized to aid victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, sharing the stage with The Rasmus, The 69 Eyes, Apocalyptica, and Negative. By March, the band had moved to Los Angeles to commence production on their fifth studio album with producer Tim Palmer. That same month saw the premiere of Himmeetä valoa, a documentary focusing on the band, broadcast on Yle TV2. In May, HIM released Love Metal Archives Vol. I, a compilation featuring music videos and live recordings. The release debuted at number one in Finland and reached number two in Germany, achieving gold status in Finland within weeks. On 26 September 2005, HIM unveiled their fifth studio album Dark Light, marking their most commercially successful record to date. It appeared on charts across sixteen countries and earned platinum certification in Finland along with gold certifications in Germany, the UK, and the US. The album produced four singles, with "Wings of a Butterfly" and "Killing Loneliness" securing first and second places on the Finnish Singles Chart respectively; notably, "Wings of a Butterfly" also entered the UK top ten. Although critical reception was mixed, Dark Light was honored as Rock Album of the Year at the 2005 Emma Gala, while "Wings of a Butterfly" received Song of the Year.

Following the album's release, HIM launched a European club tour in September 2005, followed by a North American leg in October. December saw the expansion of their traditional New Year's Eve concert into the three-day Helldone festival. Shortly after, guitarist Linde Lindström suffered a wrist fracture, leading to the postponement of an upcoming UK and Ireland tour. In March 2006, HIM embarked on their inaugural Australian tour, subsequently performing for the first time in New Zealand and Japan. By September, they canceled a planned North American tour to focus on creating new material. Later that year, they issued Uneasy Listening Vol. 1, a collection of rare tracks that reached number seven on Finnish charts; its double single "In Joy and Sorrow / Pretending" climbed to number one.

In February 2007, HIM began sessions for their sixth studio album at Finnvox Studios, collaborating once again with producers Hiili Hiilesmaa and Tim Palmer. The recording period was troubled by frontman Ville Valo’s escalating struggles with alcohol and mental health issues, culminating in his admission to rehabilitation in Malibu. Consequently, the album's release was postponed from July to September 2007. In April, they released Uneasy Listening Vol. 2, which peaked at number twelve in Finland. Between July and September 2007, HIM toured the US as part of Linkin Park’s Projekt Revolution Tour alongside bands such as My Chemical Romance and Placebo. Ahead of this tour, they organized a fan contest offering a meet-and-greet opportunity featured on an upcoming live DVD. Additionally, in July HIM supported Metallica, including a performance at London’s iconic Wembley Stadium.

On 14 September 2007, HIM released their sixth studio album Venus Doom, which entered the top ten charts in Finland, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria while reaching their highest-ever position in the US at number twelve. The album attained gold certification in both Finland and Greece. Singles "The Kiss of Dawn" and "Bleed Well" were issued; "The Kiss of Dawn" peaked at number two domestically. Critics lauded Venus Doom, with Spin describing it as "the year's heaviest, creepiest, and sexiest hard-rock group effort," while NME praised it as "an extremely well-executed pop-metal album." AllMusic awarded it three-and-a-half stars, noting that the band had "returned to form." The album also secured HIM’s first Grammy nomination for Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package.

During the supporting tour for Venus Doom, HIM recorded their live album Digital Versatile Doom at Los Angeles' Orpheum Theater. Released on 29 April 2008, it reached number ten on Finnish charts. The Helldone festival expanded into a nationwide Finnish tour throughout 2008 before concluding with a New Year's Eve show at Tavastia Club.

2009–2014: Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice and Tears on Tape

In August 2009, HIM began recording their seventh studio album with producer Matt Squire. For the first time, Ville Valo approached the process fully sober, which resulted in more extensive rehearsal sessions. The album, titled Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice, was released on 8 February 2010. It entered the charts in ten countries, securing top ten positions in Finland, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. Additionally, it reached number one on both the UK Rock & Metal Singles and Albums Charts and the US Hard Rock Albums Chart. The album received gold certification in Finland. Singles such as "Heartkiller" and "Scared to Death" were launched, with "Heartkiller" attaining a peak position of number five in Finland. Critical reception was largely favorable; for instance, Alternative Press praised its combination of melody and strength, while Billboard described it as a daring yet uneven effort. HIM supported the album with tours throughout Europe, Australia—including the Soundwave Festival—the UK, and the United States. On 7 December 2010, they released SWRMXS, a remix collection featuring contributions from artists like Tiësto and Morgan Page. The band took a hiatus that year, leading to the cancellation of the 2010 Helldone Festival.

In March 2011, HIM ended their contract with Sire Records, leaving them without label representation. Work on their eighth studio album commenced but was temporarily halted when drummer Gas Lipstick developed a repetitive stress injury that mandated rest. Following an eight-month recovery period, production resumed; Ville Valo attributed Gas Lipstick’s recuperation as a rejuvenating force for the band. In October 2012, HIM released the compilation XX – Two Decades of Love Metal, which was preceded by an early release of their cover of Ké's "Strange World" due to an online leak. The compilation reached number four on Finnish charts. After a two-year pause, HIM brought back the Helldone Festival in December 2012.

In February 2013, HIM announced their forthcoming album would be distributed by Razor & Tie in North America, Double Cross in the UK and Ireland, and Universal Music across Europe. Their eighth studio album, Tears on Tape, produced by Hiili Hiilesmaa and mixed by Tim Palmer, was released on 26 April 2013. The record charted in nine countries, achieving number two spots in Finland and Germany and climbing to number fifteen on the US Billboard 200. Three singles were issued from the album; notably, "Into the Night" earned Video of the Year at the inaugural Noisecreep Creepies Awards. Reviews were predominantly positive: Classic Rock described it as a "glorious return to form," while Alternative Press regarded it as among their finest work; however, Kerrang! considered it less alluring than earlier releases.

A North American tour supporting Tears on Tape, initially scheduled for May 2013, was cancelled after Ville Valo experienced a severe asthma attack accompanied by suspected pneumonia. Following his recovery, HIM participated in the Rock Allegiance Tour alongside bands such as Volbeat, All That Remains, and Airbourne. At the 2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards, HIM received recognition for having the Most Dedicated Fans. In March 2014, they embarked on their inaugural South American tour. That same month saw digital re-releases of their first four albums in the United States through The End Records. Plans for their debut performances in China took place in May 2014; however, local authorities cut short their Shanghai concert and cancelled the Beijing show due to adverse weather conditions. In November 2014, HIM issued Lashes to Ashes, Lust to Dust: A Vinyl Retrospective '96-'03, a vinyl box set compiling their initial four albums along with 666 Ways To Love: Prologue. To promote this release, they launched the Love Metal Archives Tour in December 2014 and also performed at Fields of the Nephilim’s 30th anniversary events held in London.

2015–2017: Closing chapter and dissolution

On 27 January 2015, after a 16-year tenure, Gas Lipstick announced his exit from HIM, emphasizing that the choice was personal and amicable. The band introduced their new drummer, Jukka "Kosmo" Kröger, during their performance at the Qstock festival in July 2015. Ville Valo mentioned intentions to produce a new album, although no specific release timeline was provided. On 5 December 2015, HIM shared the stage at Knotfest in Mexico with bands such as Slipknot, Megadeth, and Lamb of God. The group entered a hiatus in 2016 to concentrate on individual side projects, which resulted in the cancellation of that year's Helldone festival.

In October 2016, HIM was confirmed as headliners for the 2017 Tuska Open Air Metal Festival and subsequently announced for Miljoona Rock in January 2017. On 5 March 2017, the band declared their decision to disband following a farewell tour. Valo explained that despite maintaining positive relationships within the group, a creative spark was missing. He clarified that no internal conflicts prompted the split and left open the possibility of future reunions.

A photographic exhibition entitled HIM: Right Here in My Eyes, featuring previously unseen images captured by Ville Juurikkala during preparations for the farewell tour, was displayed at Helsinki Art Museum between June and July 2017 and later at Morrison Hotel Gallery in New York City. HIM commenced their Bang and Whimper 2017 – The Farewell Tour on 14 June in Barcelona. The tour garnered favorable critiques; for instance, the Nottingham Post remarked that the band "truly went out with a 'bang'." The final HIM performance took place on New Year's Eve 2017 at the Helldone Festival.

Musical style and lyrical themes

HIM's sound is often categorized within gothic rock, gothic metal, alternative rock, alternative metal, and dark rock genres. Kerrang! described their music as a distinctive fusion of alternative rock, gothic elements, and doom metal influences. The band coined the term "love metal" to describe their genre-defying style. Ville Valo characterizes this as a unique variant of goth, blending Finnish melancholia with softer tones. Their artistic goal was to combine melodic melancholy with heavier musical styles, drawing inspiration from artists like Black Sabbath and Type O Negative. Additional influences include bands such as Paradise Lost, Anathema, My Dying Bride, and elements from Norwegian black metal. Valo has expressed pride in carrying forward the legacy of these groups.

According to Helsingin Sanomat, HIM achieved significant crossover appeal by merging Finnish melancholic sensibilities with gothic lyrical themes and dense metal guitar arrangements.

Their debut album Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 merged heavy metal with influences from 1980s rock and gothic music. With Razorblade Romance, they refined their sound into a smoother and more melodic production. The third studio effort, Deep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights, took a more commercial approach but received mixed critical responses. Their fourth album, Love Metal, established the band's signature sound, drawing inspiration from acts like Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Iggy Pop. The polished production of Dark Light marked their breakthrough in the U.S. market. Venus Doom revisited heavier and darker themes influenced by My Dying Bride, Anathema, and Paradise Lost. The album Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice incorporated 1980s musical influences such as a-ha, Depeche Mode, and the Cult. Their final studio release, Tears on Tape, revisited their origins by blending various elements from their entire discography rather than alternating between different song styles. Valo described this album as merging influences from Black Sabbath, the Smashing Pumpkins, and Roy Orbison.

Thematically, HIM's lyrics predominantly explore love and relationships—a subject Valo regards as paramount for songwriting. He selectively draws literary inspiration to ignite creativity rather than relying on entire works. The band's lyrical content is recognized for its gothic melodrama combined with emotional depth.

Image

A signature aspect of HIM’s identity is the heartagram, a registered emblem designed by lead singer Ville Valo on his twentieth birthday in 1996. This icon merges a heart with a pentagram, symbolizing the balance between opposing forces such as "the soft and the hard, the male and the female, the yin and the yang." In a musical context, the heart represents the band’s gentler side, while the pentagram signifies their heavier influences. The heartagram made its first major appearance on HIM’s 2003 album Love Metal and has since been featured on nearly every release. Valo has called it "probably the best thing I've ever come-up with," valuing it beyond monetary gain or even the band itself. The emblem has also been showcased in television programs like Charmed, LA Ink, and Criminal Minds.

In HIM’s early years, their image was strongly associated with occult and satanic themes, including frequent references to "666" in song lyrics and album titles. Their original band name, "His Infernal Majesty," was inspired by sources such as The Satanic Bible, Deicide’s track "Oblivious to Evil", and Haile Selassie’s title. This use of satanic imagery was primarily symbolic, intended to align with rock ’n’ roll traditions rather than actual satanism. Although the members were intrigued by black metal aesthetics, they emphasized that their interest was more visual than ideological. To enhance their appeal in Finland, they abbreviated their name to HIM in 1996. Over time, these satanic elements were toned down; by 2013, Valo remarked that while their offstage persona remained largely unchanged, they no longer wore eyeliner daily.

Ville Valo appeared solo on the covers of HIM’s first three albums. The debut, Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666, combined gothic culture with sensual themes; Razorblade Romance drew inspiration from 1980s glam rock and pop influences; and Deep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights took cues from Lou Reed, Patti Smith, and New York’s late-1970s art scene. The heartagram became a central visual feature on both Love Metal and its successor Dark Light. For Venus Doom, the cover featured a painting by David Harouni that was purchased during their tour. The artwork for Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice displayed a photograph of a 19th-century nun sculpture acquired in Bavaria. Meanwhile, Tears on Tape incorporated multiple paintings by Daniel P. Carter alongside a variation of the heartagram on its cover.

Legacy

HIM ranks among the most commercially successful Finnish bands in history, having sold over ten million albums worldwide. They hold the distinction of being the first Finnish group to earn a gold record in the United States. As trailblazers for Finnish acts achieving international recognition, HIM paved the way for groups like Children of Bodom and Sonata Arctica. Manager Seppo Vesterinen observed that prior to HIM’s breakthrough, Finnish bands experienced only limited success within niche audiences rather than on a global scale. In 2015, HIM was one of six Finnish bands honored by the Posti Group through postage stamps designed by Klaus Welp. Industry publications such as Metal Hammer and Loudwire consistently place HIM among Finland’s top metal bands.

Much of HIM’s acclaim is credited to frontman Ville Valo. His songwriting combined emotional depth with an edgy persona, described by Helsingin Sanomat as embodying a "James Dean formula." Metal Hammer recognized Valo as a defining "rockstar" figure of the early 2000s, noting his unique fusion of Mick Jagger’s flair with Brandon Lee’s dark magnetism. Ranked fourteenth among metal frontmen of the 21st century by Loudwire, his baritone voice and captivating stage presence were highlighted as key strengths. Unlike many rock or metal acts, HIM attracted a broad audience; BMG executive Asko Kallonen recalled their appeal across genders in England where hard rock typically had distinct male or female followings. Juhani Merimaa, owner of Tavastia Club, attributed their success to credibility within both underground and mainstream circles combined with "melodic, catchy songs." Nevertheless, some critics labeled HIM’s music as formulaic and accused them of pandering to teenage goth fans. Their association with Bam Margera also elicited mixed responses.

The heartagram has played an essential role in shaping HIM’s brand identity beyond just the band itself. Valo noted that many individuals wear the symbol without knowing its origin story, considering this widespread recognition his greatest accomplishment. Exposure through Bam Margera and Kat Von D significantly elevated HIM's visibility; their music and heartagram were prominently featured in Margera’s films and television projects as well as Von D’s show LA Ink. Margera discovered HIM during a 2000 visit to Finland after spotting their video on television, leading to a lasting friendship rather than formal industry connections. Kat Von D encountered HIM while they recorded Dark Light in Los Angeles; she later appeared in their "Killing Loneliness" music video and tattooed several band members.

Members

Final roster

Previous members

  • Sami "Juippi" Jokilehto – drums (1991–1993)
  • Juha Tarvonen – drums (1991–1993)
  • Oskari "Oki" Kymäläinen – guitar (1996)
  • Antto Melasniemi – keyboards (1996–1998)
  • Juhana "Pätkä" Rantala – drums (1995–1999)
  • Jussi-Mikko "Juska" Salminen – keyboards, backing vocals (1998–2000)
  • Mika "Gas Lipstick" Karppinen – drums (1999–2015)

Discography

Awards

Emma Gala

! |- | rowspan=2| 1997 || HIM || Newcomer of the Year || || style="text-align:center;" rowspan=6| |- | Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 || Debut Album of the Year || |- | 1999 || HIM || Export of the Year || |- | rowspan=2| 2000 || HIM || Band of the Year || |- | Razorblade Romance || Album of the Year || |- | 2001 || HIM || Export of the Year || |- | rowspan=2| 2003 || Love Metal || Hard Rock / Metal Album of the Year || || style="text-align:center;" rowspan=2| |- | HIM || Band of the Year || |- | rowspan=5| 2005 || Dark Light || Rock Album of the Year || || style="text-align:center;" rowspan=2| |- | "Wings of a Butterfly" || Song of the Year || |- | Dark Light || Album of the Year || || style="text-align:center;" rowspan=3| |- | Love Metal Archives Vol. I || DVD of the Year || |- | HIM || Domestic Artist of the Year (Public Vote) || |- | 2007 || Venus Doom || Rock Album of the Year || || style="text-align:center;"| |- | rowspan=3| 2010 || HIM || Band of the Year || || style="text-align:center;" rowspan=3| |- | Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice || Metal Album of the Year || |- | "Heartkiller" || Video of the Year || |- | 2013 || HIM || Artist of the Year (Public Vote) || || style="text-align:center;"|

VIVA Comet Awards

! |- | rowspan=2| 2000 || HIM || Viewers' Choice Award || || style="text-align:center;" rowspan=2| |- | "Join Me in Death" || Video of the Year || |- | 2001 || HIM || Viewers' Choice Award || ||

Kerrang! Awards

! |- | 2003 || Love Metal|| Best Album|| || |- | rowspan=3 | 2004|| "The Funeral of Hearts"|| Best Video|| || |- |"The Funeral of Hearts"|| Best Single|| || |- 

|HIM|| Best Band on the Planet|| ||

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| 2005|| HIM|| Best Band on the Planet|| ||

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| 2006|| HIM|| Best Band on the Planet|| ||

IFPI Platinum Europe Awards

! |- | 2004|| Razorblade Romance|| IFPI Platinum Europe Award|| ||

Grammy Awards

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| 2007|| Venus Doom|| Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package|| ||

Revolver Golden Gods Awards

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|2013|| HIM|| Most Dedicated Fans|| ||

Noisecreep Creepies Awards

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|2014|| "Into the Night"|| Video of the Year||  ||


See also

Book sources


External links

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