Scott Fagan Unlocks A Lost Era With "Soon"
- Charles Luberisse
- Jul 31
- 1 min read
Written By: Brainy
Scott Fagan turns a shelved concept into a fully realized body of work decades after it was first imagined on Soon. The album draws directly from his 1971 Broadway rock opera, carrying a narrative rooted in artistic conflict, ambition, and resistance against compromise. There’s a sharpness in the writing that cuts through time, balancing protest-driven urgency with moments of reflection and vulnerability. Its long delay adds context, but the focus remains on how it connects now. Recorded at Sam Phillips Recording Service in Memphis with a seasoned rhythm section, the sound leans into warmth and depth, giving the material a lived-in presence. Fagan explained:
For years I kept returning to all this music we’d made and couldn’t figure out what to do with it. But for some reason, last year everything started flowing in a really beautiful way.
Tracks like "Faces Names and Places" push outward with conviction, while others pull inward. "Soon" stands as a fully formed work, blending ideas from its original era with a present-day execution that feels grounded and intentional. The album moves fluidly between protest and introspection, keeping its structure cohesive across all thirteen tracks. Set for November 6 via Fire Records and Earth Recordings, the release feels timely and deliberate. Listen to "Faces names and Places" and connect with Scott Fagan on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, and X.
Comments