Category Archives: Frank Zappa

Zappa On The Cutting Edge

Posted on Wednesday, 04/11/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Frank on record business executives, the PMRC, and sex in the eighties:

Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa Audio/Video | 6 Comments

Seattle ’80

Posted on Friday, 04/06/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

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

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SchenkelSpace

Posted on Thursday, 04/05/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

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

Posted on Thursday, 04/05/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Your daily wtf-moment: Thanks Greg!

Posted in Frank Zappa, Pop Cult, Zappa Audio/Video | 18 Comments

40 Minute Psychedelic Version (2)

Posted on Wednesday, 04/04/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

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

Posted on Wednesday, 04/04/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

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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New Release: Buffalo ’80

Posted on Sunday, 04/01/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

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 →

Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa News | 26 Comments

Denver ’68

Posted on Friday, 03/30/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Looks like we were off the airwaves for a good hour or so — but we’re back! With a Friday Boot. So why not direct your mouse over to Denver, 3 May 1968 and click away…

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Smart Diva

Posted on Thursday, 03/29/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Just read a nice little article over at the wiki. A quote: One day Diva refused to go to school. In fact, she refused to leave her room. Gail spent quite some time trying to persuade the obstinate child to … Continue reading →

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Extreme Makeover: Zappa.com Edition

Posted on Wednesday, 03/28/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Quoth beepee with regard to Spifnificently Soonly: It’s a website makeover. Expect Nothing. Hey, I’d actually be very interested to see an all fresh ‘n new zappa.com. The whole Flash thing they had going was fun for a while (read … Continue reading →

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Zappa On The Dick Cavett Show

Posted on Wednesday, 03/28/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

A lengthy interview from 1980, well worth the watch — besides it’s always a pleasure to see and hear Frank talk as I’m sure you’ll agree: Part two, part three.

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Yet Another Zappa Book

Posted on Wednesday, 03/28/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

It’s called Hungry Freaks Daddy, and it’s written by Scott Parker: (…) “HUNGRY FREAKS, DADDY the Recordings of FRANK ZAPPA and The Mothers Of Invention Volume One 1959-1969”. It’s the first of what may be a four or five-volume series … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Frank Zappa | 3 Comments

Spifnificently Soonly!

Posted on Tuesday, 03/27/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Check here: we are presented with a keyhole view of a naked FZ playing guitar on the can. The wording seems to hint at an Over-Nite Sensation special release. Colory me curiously! Delivery though is everythingy.

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Banned From SNL

Posted on Tuesday, 03/27/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

… and why am I not surprised that: Frank Zappa was banned from the show after his hosting stint on October 21, 1978. His distinct sense of humor made him unpopular with the cast and crew. During his performance, he … Continue reading →

Posted in Pop Cult, Zappa Audio/Video | 6 Comments

Scum Deluxe

Posted on Saturday, 03/24/07 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Well what have we here: the Interfail blog links to a Russian site which has the entire MOFO Deluxe up for download (and more). They also had the courtesy to slap my MOFO package picture on top of the page. … Continue reading →

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