Category Archives: Mamas and the Papas

A Mother and a “Mama”—Cass Elliot Remembered by Her Daughter

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Bob Ruggiero

Owen Elliot-Kugell was only seven years old when her mother died unexpectedly. And though her mom’s birth certificate read “Ellen Naomi Cohen,” fans around the world knew the woman with the powerhouse voice and buoyant stage presence by another name: … Continue reading →

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The Mamas and the Papas’ Book of Dreamin’

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Bob Ruggiero

The Mamas and the Papas were the epitome of California-based sunshine hippie pop and folk-rock, blending their voices to create two huge anthems of the ‘60s in “California Dreamin’” and “Monday, Monday.” They also had a string of other hits … Continue reading →

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