The Brotherhood of the Spirit (renamed Renaissance Community in 1974) was one of the largest and most enduring communes in the northeast United States. In existence from 1968 through 1988, its rise and fall mirrored that of its charismatic and mercurial leader, Michael \"Rapunzel\" Metelica. The Brotherhood of the Spirit underwent several distinct identity changes during its 20-year history. In early 70's Metelica became less involved with the commune, devoting most of his energy to the commune’s band \"Spirit in Flesh\" whose mission was to bring about the message of spirituality through the medium of rock and roll. They signed a contract with Metromedia records and the commune’s focus began to shift into a full-time promotion of the band.
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