Category Archives: Personal

3 CDs From Crossfire Publications

Posted on December 9, 2008 by urbangraffito

What do you get a Zappa fan for Xmas who has everything (okay, well, mostly everything, then)? There’s always Freak Out ale, or a ZPZ DVD? Or perhaps even the latest offering of FZ-related merchadise from Barfko-Swill. Myself, after enjoying … Continue reading →

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Thursday Mix: Frank In Memoriam

Posted on December 4, 2008 by urbangraffito

Another December 4th has rolled around and as usual my thoughts are filled with thoughts of Frank Zappa on this, the 15th anniversary of his passing. Just a couple of weeks ago I was in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to … Continue reading →

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Short News

Posted on November 26, 2008 by Balint

Just a few things, in short: – “Delayed reaction: Uncle Meat” (Frank Zappa Mini Film Festival?…) – ZPZ: the mix of the 1st Chicago show is ready. – Lumpy Money: delay – Project/Object: show cancelled… – NOT for the above things: applause … Continue reading →

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¡Hola Lucas!

Posted on November 19, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Some nine months ago, Dr Sharleena and I hatched a cunning plan. It looked something like this: As of yesterday morning at 9:42 am, upon some seven hours of labour, here’s what our plan looks like: World: meet Lucas! More … Continue reading →

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As The ZFT vs Zappanale Soap Continues

Posted on November 13, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

I received Zappanale‘s 19th newsletter yesterday, which talks mainly about the ZFT vs Zappanale trial. Remember that one? Back in August, there was talk of an out-of-court settlement: The Zappa Family Trust may be willing to compromise. ZFT lawyers now … Continue reading →

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Obama!

Posted on November 5, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Wow wow wow, this is fantastic news to wake up to. Also: I’ve been waiting for eight years to be able to say the following three words and now I finally can: NO MORE BUSH! Aaaaahhh… Thank you America!

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ZINES! ZINES! ZINES!

Posted on October 31, 2008 by urbangraffito

What happens when a life-long “Zappa Freak” decides to “Freak Out”? Huh? And what if said “Zappa Freak” was both a writer, a micro-press publisher, and had access to a state-of-the-art computer as well as desktop publishing software? And what … Continue reading →

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Looking for a Virgin with Nice Breath.

Posted on August 27, 2008 by urbangraffito

Releases from the Zappa Family Trust: One Shot Deal (2008) The Torture Never Stops (2008) Wazoo (2007) The Dub Room Special! (2007) Classic Albums: Apostrophe(’)/Over-Nite Sensation (2007) Buffalo (2007) The Frank Zappa AAAFNRAA Birthday Bundle (2006) The MOFO Project/Object (2006) … Continue reading →

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Avatar Redux

Posted on August 17, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Back in May, I encouraged you to grab yourself an avatar and register it with Gravatar so that with every comment you make here, the image of your choice would show up along with it. Some of you did, but … Continue reading →

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Interview With Jimmy Carl Black

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

A few months back Just a week ago, Andrew Greenaway did an interview with Jimmy Carl Black. Despite health problems, Jimmy’s in good spirits, performing with The Muffin Men and recording with various other artists across Europe. Just one project … Continue reading →

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