Bodies, AFI - Coloured Vinyl

Limited Edition - Ghost Vinyl 

This Coloured Vinyl is a work of art !!

Artist: AFI Title: Bodies Album Type: Eleventh Studio Album Original Release Date: June 11, 2021 Label: Rise Records (Catalog: RISE 480-1) Genre: New Wave / Post-Punk / Alternative Rock

Background & Production Produced by the band’s own Jade Puget and mixed by Tony Hoffer, Bodies represents a sharp stylistic pivot toward minimalist New Wave and 80s-inspired post-punk. Recorded at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles, the album stripped away the dense, cinematic layers of Burials and The Blood Album in favor of a more "straight-to-the-point" energy. Drummer Adam Carson noted that the sessions were focused on capturing a "vibe" rather than technical complexity, resulting in a collection of songs that feel both cold and danceable.

Musical Composition & Style The album is characterized by prominent synth-bass lines, jagged guitar riffs, and Davey Havok’s increasingly melodic, baritone-heavy vocal delivery.

• Major Hits: Includes the driving singles "Far Too Near," "Dulcería" (co-written by Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins), and the synth-pop anthem "Looking Tragic."

• Post-Punk Influence: Tracks like "Escape from Los Angeles" and "Death of the Party" showcase the band's deep appreciation for Joy Division and The Cure.

• Percussive Focus: The production places Adam Carson’s drums high in the mix, emphasizing the rhythmic, "motorik" feel of the record.

Original Pressing & Collector Notes AFI is known for having a high volume of color variants for their modern releases, and Bodies is no exception, with over 15 different pressings released globally.

• Identification: Standard US pressings feature the Rise Records logo. The catalog number (RISE 480-1) is consistent across most variants, which are distinguished by hype stickers.

• Notable Variants: * Black & Grey Ghostly: 500 Copies

  • Silver (731 copies): A Rise Records webstore exclusive.

  • Clear with Silver/Blue Splatter (500 copies): A "BrooklynVegan" and "Revolver" exclusive.

  • Lavender (Newbury Comics): One of the more aesthetically pleasing and collectible versions.

• Vinyl Quality: Because Rise Records used high-quality 180g vinyl for most of these runs, the sound is exceptionally crisp, particularly in the low-end "thump" of the bass synth.

• Packaging: Features a gatefold sleeve with high-contrast, artistic photography and a printed inner sleeve with full lyrics and credits.

• • Keywords: AFI, Bodies, 2021 Vinyl, Rise Records, Davey Havok, Jade Puget, Post-Punk, New Wave, Alternative Rock, Coloured Vinyl.

  • Collection Ideas: Modern Post-Punk, Rise Records Discography, Alternative Rock Essentials, AFI Collection.

  • Related Artists: Blaqk Audio, The Smashing Pumpkins, Alkaline Trio, My Chemical Romance, Bauhaus.

MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve