Author: Ellen Fagan

Ellen Fagan is a forever New Yorker, long-time Greenwich Village resident and vintage Duke University graduate with hippie-esque leanings. The best description of Ellen was given to her by a sardonic lawyer during the voir dire of one of her myriad Jury Duty stints: "...housewife, mom, voracious reader, freelance writer, copy editor, jewelry designer and frequent cyber-sleuth."

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Groupie Memoirs: Music Muses Have Their Say

Whether or intentional or by chance, these women got (really) close to some of the biggest names in music. Their memoirs are great reads!

the sting

by Ellen Fagan May 1, 2021 Comments6

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“The Sting” – An Appreciation of the Long Con

It was a 70s movie hit. But subsequent viewings of “The Sting” reveal lots of charming nuances that keep it fresh.

by Ellen Fagan April 8, 2021 Comments3

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“Hollywood Eden”: Tracing the Rise of Surf Rock

A new book chronicles the rise of “surf rock” — the highs, the lows, and the really weird tales in between.

harry chapin

by Ellen Fagan April 3, 2021 Comments8

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Harry Chapin: Five of His Best Songs

Harry Chapin was especially gifted in creating rich stories through his songs. Sadly lost too soon, his unique tales still hold up.

80s hair metal

by Ellen Fagan March 5, 2021 Comments0

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“Nothin’ But A Good Time”: When the 80s Got Loud

80s hair metal was loud — and not just the music. A new book recounts some of the wilder tales — from the artists themselves.

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