Books like Harley Loco by Rayya Elias
Rayya Elias is a punk rock musician, filmmaker, and beauty therapist based in New York. This biography traces her multifaceted life as a Syrian American, a bisexual woman, and a house stylist while shedding light on her experiences with drug addiction and the vibrant world of New York’s punk music scene. The book offers an intimate look at her contributions to film and music and her struggles and resilience in a diverse urban landscape.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Rayya Elias
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