Introduction

This is the intro to my story. It is the only thing I have done right now, but I am working on chapter one. So, here it is.

Sex, Drugs, and Rock and Roll

By Erik Copper

Introduction

“Time of death: Nine o’clock, Tuesday, March 29, 1977. Cause of death: Accidental overdose. Name of deceased: John Starr. I got to tell you Mitch, it’s always the famous ones that hit the ground hard. Well, I think it’s about time I told the others the full situation.” Detective Griff said as he shuffled past his partner. He had witnessed many deaths before, but none struck him as hard as this one. These guys were at the peak of their career, and to have something like this take them down was truly tragic. The detective turned the corner from the backstage exit and saw the other band members standing there, solemn looks on their faces. They knew the circumstances. They knew it was over. The detective approached them unsure of how to broach the subject.

He was about to say something when one of the band members said, “Well detective? Is my brother really dead…?” Jacob Starr asked hoarsely. It was clear he had been crying.

“I’m afraid so son. I know it’s hard for you to deal with, but it is the truth.” Griff said. He hated being the bearer of bad news, but it came with the job.

There was a long silence. The detective could tell by the look of utter defeat on the boy’s face that he couldn’t believe it. Max Hilroy, another member of the band spoke up, “I think out of all of us, Jacob is taking it the hardest. It was his brother after all…Fame and fortune was nice, but all good things must come to an end I guess. I can remember the first day we got together. What a day that was…”