It’s been a while since we followed the dysfunction of a band’s trashy breakup, but Alicia has a good one this week! For three brief, shining years, The Mamas & The Papas were chart topping leaders of the late ’60s hippie sound. Born in professional jealousy, romantic rivalry, and personality conflict, the band’s run ended almost as suddenly as it began.

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