The Vanishing Act of Linda Perhacs: A Cautionary Tale for the Music Industry Folk singer songwriter Linda Perhacs has been missing for eight months, sparking questions about the treatment and care of vulnerable musicians.
Despite her cult classic debut "Parallelograms" receiving widespread acclaim, the music industry's neglect of its own is a stark reminder that even those who have achieved cult status are not immune to the challenges faced by many in their profession.
Perhacs' story began with her rediscovery in the 2000s, when artists like Daft Punk and Nas sampled or collaborated with her music.