Monthly Archives: April 2007

Steely Dan Comes To Belgium!

The date is July 9 ’07 and ticket prices range from 49 to 64 euro. Unfortunately the venue will be Vorst National — a less than stellar concert hall from what I witnessed when we went to see ZPZ last … Continue reading

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The 256 vs. 128 kbps Debate

With Apple and EMI announcing “higher quality” (256 kbps) DRM-free music on the iTunes store at a slightly higher price, one might wonder whether the difference between the two can be heard at all. Are iTunes’ Premium Downloads Worth It? … Continue reading

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The Voice Of Cheese: Giant Albino Penguin

With a bandname like Giant Albino Penguin, what can go wrong, I ask! The track he sent in is called “Watch The Magic Pumpkin”. Sean says: At the time, my guitar had no strings, so all the stuff that sounds … Continue reading

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Raggedy Rabbi

Raggedy Rabbi! Where there is existential doubt, Raggedy Rabbi comes to the rescue. Ain’t nothing like a Holy Book to solve your trouble! — The Pitch That Was Naught…

Posted in Comics, Personal, Religion | 8 Comments

Seattle ’80

Buffalo ’80? Ha! This week we have Seattle, 25 March 1980 for you — all 26 tracks! :)

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SchenkelSpace

Cal Schenkel has a MySpace profile: About me: Calvin blah blah blah bl-blah blah. Blah blah blah blah blah blah, blah blah blah blah blah blah blah. Blah blah blah blah blahblah, blah blaaaaah blah. Blah eggs, blah. Blah blah … Continue reading

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Zappa On Dance Fever

Your daily wtf-moment: Thanks Greg!

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40 Minute Psychedelic Version (2)

You may recall my mentioning this film by Ed Seeman a while ago. I got to see it recently and thought a little more info could be of (your) interest. Of the 14 hours of footage Ed shot with Zappa, … Continue reading

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Merch

Anthill Trading announces a deal with the ZFT allowing them to handle all aspects of merchandising not only for Frank Zappa but also for Zappa Plays Zappa: Anthill recognizes not just the musical contributions Frank Zappa made but also the … Continue reading

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The Voice Of Cheese: Jonny Butter

It is time for VOC #10, and joining its ranks today is KUR regular Jonny Butter. His short yet totally sweet contribution is entitled “Commercial For Nothing”. Jonny says: Here’s the story: The Consumer steps into the gigantic shopping mall. … Continue reading

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Taste-O-Meter

My experience with Last.fm has been quite pleasant so far, save the occasional time-out. New friends, new neighbours. And look! Having now played some 765 tracks, my Taste-O-Meter finally tells me that Dr Sharleena and I really do have a … Continue reading

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Eat Shit Onstage, Anyone?

Rolling Stone Magazine’s 25 Best Rock Rumors Ever. Not included: Kenny G.’s ability to play a perfect high pitch C using nothing but his rectum.

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New Release: Buffalo ’80

What’s new? I’ll tell you what’s new: Zappa — Buffalo: Vaulternative Records is proud to present another scintillating sojourn in the tour itinerary of stages past. Live 1980 concert. 2 Discs. Replete & Complete. All you need is ears! $28 … Continue reading

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