American Roadkill
Our latest book American Roadkill will be out in May 2025. Kristofer Pasanen joined the Finnish punk rock band Manifesto Jukebox on their 2002 US tour – the result: 120 pages and a live recorded CD.
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The road was long, loud, and covered in punk rock grit. In 2002, Manifesto Jukebox set out on a 43-day DIY tour across the U.S., playing in homes, punk rock venues and bars across 25 states. The result? A whirlwind of shows all over the US, endless highway miles, cheap diner coffee, and the kind of camaraderie that only comes from cramming into a van and chasing the next gig.
📸 Enter American Roadkill—a 120-page photo diary capturing that journey in all its raw, unfiltered glory. Featuring over 200 photos by Kristofer Pasanen, alongside original flyers from the tour, this book is a snapshot of a time when punk was built on passion, persistence, and a whole lot of duct tape. These aren’t just posed band shots or polished promo images—this is the real deal: sweaty venues, late-night drives, and the faces of the people who made each stop along the way unforgettable.
Pre-sales just started! If you’ve ever felt the thrill of a packed DIY show, hit the road chasing music, or just love seeing punk history documented the way it really happened, this book belongs on your shelf. This is a limited edition, so make sure to grab yours before they’re gone!
About the photographer
Kristofer Pasanen has been capturing the punk scene since 1994. With a deep-rooted passion for music and DIY culture, American Roadkill is his fourth photo book.
About Manifesto Jukebox
Formed in 1998, Manifesto Jukebox became one of Finland’s most influential melodic hardcore bands. Known for their relentless DIY ethos and emotionally charged sound, they toured extensively across Europe and Japan, leaving an indelible mark on the punk scene.
Book title: American Roadkill
Author: Kristofer Pasanen / Manifesto Jukebox
Info: Soft cover, 120 pages (black and white)
Released: 2025
Publisher: Uprising Coalition
ISBN: 978-952-65137-3-7