Road Trip to Death

Chuck Klosterman‘s third book called Killing Yourself To Live: 85 per cent of a True Story, chronicles his 21 day road trip to places where rock stars have died. Of course, the Chelsea Hotel, scene of Nancy Spungen’s death was not to be missed. 

Klosterman is not the only one to make that pilgrimage.  On a daily basis when I walk through the lobby I over hear a conversation similar to this:

Rock & Roll Tourist:  “Can I visit Room 100, Sid & Nancy’s room?”

Desk Clerk:  “There is no room 100.  You can buy a Chelsea Hotel key chain with Room 100 etched on it.”