OK, I have been a Children of Bodom fan for quite awhile now, and I am wondering, how can I increase my alternate picking ability and speed, while remaining clean technically. I can play fast, but it seems to always sound "stuttered" and just doesn't sound that good. The only time I can alternate pick fast and cleanly is when I pick with the pick on the fretboard for stability. Do any of you have any tips? I already practice 3-4 hours a day with fingering excercises. I want to eventually be able to play the solo to Trashed, Lost & Strungout. Also, those of you who thinks he is tapping the solo, watch the video, or watch him live.

Also, are any of these videos worth getting for speed metal:
-Speed Kills
-Speed Lives

Cheers