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Scott Fagan

Scott Fagan, born in New York, spent his early years in the Virgin Islands before returning to New York at 19. A gifted singer-songwriter, he was discovered by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman, with whom he collaborated on songs like “I’m Gonna Cry Til My Tears Run Dry”. In 1968, Fagan released his debut album, South Atlantic Blues, on Atco Records. A visionary blend of folk, soul, and Caribbean influences, the album narrates his impoverished Virgin Islands upbringing. Despite its artistic brilliance, the album was overshadowed by industry politics, though pop artist Jasper Johns immort...