Category Archives: In The News

Richie Hayward – In Memorium

Posted on August 30, 2010 by urbangraffito

Little Feat co-founder Richie Hayward has died after a long battle with liver disease earlier this month on August 12, 2010. He was 64.

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Asphalt Orchestra – Bang On A Can

Posted on August 9, 2010 by urbangraffito

Created by Bang On A Can, New York City’s Asphalt Orchestra is Bang On A Can’s street band. A 12 piece ensemble of brass and percussion, Asphalt Orchestra brings together “odd meters, virtuosic playing, and general tech-dorkery under the vibrant, … Continue reading →

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Baltimore Plans Zappa Dedication & Tribute Concert

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Barfies in my mailbox: Since last month’s confirmation of the September 19th date for Baltimore City’s dedication of a bust of Frank Zappa, community support has been growing for a concert and festival in tribute to the legendary musician, composer … Continue reading →

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Let’s Make The Water Turn Black!

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher
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Grande Mothers Re:Invented Embark On EU Tour

Posted on July 8, 2010 by urbangraffito

Warning: You’re about to enter a zone heavy with nostalgia. Take with a very large grain of salt. In the late 70s and early 80s (yes, when Dinosaurs roamed the city streets wearing Walkmans and eating veggieburgers) – when a … Continue reading →

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Steve Vai’s Western Vacation: Free Copies To Win!

Posted on June 19, 2010 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Steve Vai‘s record label has a new album coming out next Tuesday June 22nd (more info here): To celebrate the release, the Favored Nations label has generously offered KUR five free copies to distribute among you! Obviously, merely handing them … Continue reading →

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Sieg Zappanale!

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Remember a certain lawsuit issued by a certain dead rockstar‘s widow against a certain fan-organized tribute festival? As it turns out, said widow just lost the appeal. Robert who mailed in the story, says: Sorry, currently only available in german. … Continue reading →

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The Next Zappa Release: Joe’s Menage a Trois

Posted on June 5, 2010 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Shore Fire, the PR firm that has the ZFT as one of its clients states it quite clearly: June 11 Zappa Records releases Frank Zappa’s Joe’s Menage a Trois’ The new release is also mentioned in this Variety article. (Hat … Continue reading →

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RIP Dennis Hopper

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Dennis Hopper has died at the age of 74 following a long battle with prostate cancer. Enter Frank Booth, stage left:

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OJAI Music Festival 2010

Posted on May 19, 2010 by urbangraffito

OJAI Music Festival artistic director Tom Morris and Doug McLennan of ArtsJournal.com discuss the programming for the 2010 Festival including works by Frank Zappa, Messiaen, Boulez, Stravinsky, and Indian Ragas presented over four days from Thursday, June 10th to Sunday, … Continue reading →

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