Leifland

"The most important thing Leif ever did in his 38 years is bring us together," posted one former Leifette. "Whether we like everyone or not, we've all hooked up with people we can connect with. Meeting the people I have met came at a time in my life when I really needed some extra support. And for that I am grateful. I am still a 'former fan.' But Leif, being the reason that I met all my new buds, it's about the coolest thing he's ever done."

JANUARY 28, 2000. GODSPEED PERFORMS in Tempe, Arizona, otherwise known in Leifland as "Leifstock 2000." Women jet in from across the country and Canada to attend. Universally declared an unqualified success, it is, in the words of one attendee, a "perfect night . . . well, except he didn't end up in my hotel bed." At the post-performance autograph session, a Leifette begged him to come online. Declining, Leif Garrett responded with one line: "I hate the Internet."

Godspeed performs at the Viper Room Friday, July 28.