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Throwback Thursday: It’s Been Awhile…

Throwback Thursday: It’s Been Awhile…

It’s been awhile…

Since the early phpBB days.
Since dark gothic forum themes were basically our entire personality.
Since customizing signatures and avatars felt like an art form.
Since fan sites ruled the internet and forums were where everything happened.

Before algorithms decided what we should see.
Before endless scrolling replaced real discussion.
Before “likes” mattered more than conversations.

Back then, being a fan meant something different. It meant staying up late reading interviews, analyzing lyrics line by line, sharing graphics, and debating favorite eras with people who just got it.

For many of us, discovering Evanescence wasn’t just about hearing a song — it was finding a sound that felt personal. Whether it was the first time hearing Bring Me to Life on the radio or diving into deeper cuts years later, that connection stuck.

That spirit is exactly why spaces like AmyLeeFans.com still exist. Not because we’re chasing trends — but because community still matters. Real fans. Real discussions. Real nostalgia.

And now, with the forum growing again, it feels a little like coming full circle.

Some things may change. Platforms evolve. Designs update.
But the music? The memories? The community?

That part never fades. 🖤


💬 Let’s Talk

What year did you become a fan?
Do you remember your first forum username?
What era takes you back the most?

Drop a comment below or join the discussion on the forum.

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Throwback Thursday Then vs Now: Amy Lee 2003 vs 2023 — Two decades of iconic style

Throwback Thursday Then vs Now: Amy Lee 2003 vs 2023 — Two decades of iconic style

From corseted gothic dresses and heavy eyeliner during the Fallen era to elegant, dark couture with layered tulle and leather in 2023 — Amy Lee continues to evolve while staying true to her hauntingly powerful presence.

“My style has always reflected the music. Whether it’s distressed Victorian lace or bold, structured silhouettes, it’s about creating something theatrical and immersive—becoming the character the song needs.”
Amy Lee (paraphrased from multiple interviews)

Check out the photos from our gallery archive—featuring iconic stage looks from Amy Lee across two decades. From the dramatic gothic styles of the early 2000s to her more cinematic and refined ensembles in recent years, these moments showcase her evolution as both a musician and visual artist. Dive into the full gallery for more throwback gems!

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Throwback Thursday: Evanescence Rise to Fame

Throwback Thursday: Evanescence Rise to Fame

Every Thursday we dive into some nostalgic moments and reminisce about the rise of Evanescence, whose trademark theme was mixing gothic rock and haunting melodies into the mainstream among the early 2000s.

It all started in Little Rock, Arkansas, where a young Amy Lee and guitarist Ben Moody met at a youth camp whilst they started writing music together. The humble beginnings would eventually take Evanescence to the top of the charts with their groundbreaking debut album, “Fallen,” in March 2003.

Evanescence live at the Music Farm in Charleston, SC 2003

“Fallen” isn’t just an album — it’s a cultural moment, a phenomenon. “Bring Me to Life”, “My Immortal,” and “Going Under” spoke to a generation with their emotional resonance and dark, cinematic sound. With Amy Lee’s soaring top notes, Evanescence pushed into a realm of music history through their fusion of the rock, metal, and orchestral genres.

Particularly, “Bring Me to Life” was propelled to stardom for the inclusion within the 2003 movie Daredevil. The Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance was awarded for the single and “Fallen” went on to sell over 17 million units throughout the world.

Despite lineup changes, personal struggles, and long gaps between albums, the evolution has continued, staying true to their emotional intensity and musical ingenuity. From The Open Door historically representing growth in 2006 through to Synthesis in 2017 and The Bitter Truth in 2021, these albums talk about growth, resilience, and artistic bravery.

The throwback today celebrates not just an account of success in their early days but the everlasting essence of Evanescence: a band that dared to be different and change the face of rock music forever.

What’s your favorite memory of Evanescence? Drop a comment below and let’s share certain moment!