I Heard a Voice – Live from Long Beach Arena cover

I Heard a Voice – Live from Long Beach Arena

AFI · 2006

70 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · gothic rock

Raw energy and theatricality fuse in an explosive live performance for dedicated fans.

Why this album works

This album is significant as it encapsulates AFI's dynamic live presence, further cementing their status within the alternative and gothic rock scenes. Not only did it debut at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart, but it also received positive critical reception, highlighting the band's ability to connect with audiences through intense performances.
Career context
By the time 'I Heard a Voice' was released in January 2006, AFI was experiencing a peak in popularity following their breakthrough album 'Sing the Sorrow' in 2003. This live recording captures the band's evolution and solidifies their transition from a punk-oriented sound to a more gothic rock aesthetic, showcasing their dedicated fanbase during this high-energy performance.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Prelude 12/21 2:04
  • 2 Girl’s Not Grey Standout 3:12
  • 3 The Leaving Song, Part II Standout 4:20
  • 4 Summer Shudder 3:16
  • 5 Kill Caustic 2:50
  • 6 The Days of the Phoenix 4:04
  • 7 Endlessly, She Said 4:34
  • 8 A Single Second 2:45
  • 9 The Missing Frame 4:40
  • 10 Bleed Black 4:28
  • 11 Silver and Cold 5:12
  • 12 Dancing Through Sunday 2:34
  • 13 This Time Imperfect 4:33
  • 14 Death of Seasons 5:14
  • 15 Totalimmortal 4:31
  • 16 Love Like Winter 3:10
  • 17 God Called in Sick Today 4:50
  • 18 Miss Murder Standout 3:38

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