The Shaggs were an American all-female rock group formed in Fremont, New Hampshire in 1968. The band was composed of sisters Dorothy "Dot" Wiggin (vocals/lead guitar), Betty Wiggin (vocals/rhythm guitar), Helen Wiggin (drums), and later Rachel Wiggin (bass). The Shaggs were formed by Dot, Betty, and Helen in 1968 on the insistence of their father, Austin Wiggin, who believed that his mother foresaw the band's rise to stardom. The band's only studio album, Philosophy of the World, was released in 1969. The album failed to garner attention, though the band continued to exist as a locally popular live act. The Shaggs disbanded in 1975 after the death of Austin. As the obscure LP achieved recognition among collectors, the band was praised for their raw, intuitive composition style and lyrical honesty. Philosophy of the World was later reissued, and the compilation Shaggs' Own Thing was released in 1982. The Shaggs are now seen as a groundbreaking outsider music group. (via Wikipedia)
Genre:
Outsider music
Former Members:
Betty Wiggin
Rachel Wiggin
Dorothy "Dot" Wiggin
Helen Wiggin
Name:
The Shaggs
Record Label:
Third World, Red Rooster, Rounder, RCA Victor
Years Active:
1968–1975
Origin:
Fremont, New Hampshire
Website:
http://www.theshaggsonline.com
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