AFI - by Andi Coulter (Paperback)

About the Book

A deep dive into how AFI built their own musical mythology and helped create modern-day fan culture.

Book Synopsis

Huge stylistic changes are usually reserved for pop stars. Few bands have successfully waded into uncharted musical territory, yet AFI managed to take deep genre swings without alienating their fan base. Musical history is littered with the vestiges of bands brought down by their own success, yet AFI has avoided this fate for over thirty years.

From MTV to MySpace, this book explores AFI's groundbreaking role in shaping online fan culture and their journey as musical chameleons. From their humble punk roots to their experimental electronic era, AFI's ability to reinvent themselves while maintaining their artistic integrity is a testament to their enduring influence.

Review Quotes

"Being an AFI fan was like being in a club. Not quite horror punk, not quite goth punk, not quite punk punk. No one else was making that sound. There was something magical about what they were doing."

-David Galloway, Despair Faction member

"AFI has forged a powerful connection with their fanbase, crafting music as a dialogue with both listeners and society. Their enduring career, devoted following, and timeless sound cement their place in music history."

-Josh Madden, Chief Creative MDDN