Category Archives: Frank Zappa

ZPZ DVD?

Posted on Saturday, 12/16/06 by Balint

Dweezil says: I am very pleased to announce that we will be filming and recording in Seattle and Portland for a DVD release in spring 07. I’ll give you all of the details later. In any case, I can’t thank … Continue reading →

Posted in Zappa Plays Zappa | 8 Comments

Brussels ’78

Posted on Friday, 12/15/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

KUR presents another Magic Fingers Friday: Vorst Nationaal, Brussels, 26/2/78. Sir Magic writes: There’s some great playing throughout, particularly Frank’s melodic Torture solo, the various Pound for a Brown solos, and, later in the show, the King Kong/Wild Love/Yo Mama … Continue reading →

Posted in Frank Zappa, Friday Boots | 6 Comments

The Cruncher

Posted on Thursday, 12/14/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Wiki dwellers take heed: here’s a picture of The Rotations’ “The Cruncher” (b/w Heavies) single — from a man who doesn’t seem to like Zappa very much: Fourth, much of my reaction is due to Zappa Fans and the elitist/evangelical … Continue reading →

Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa Misc | 7 Comments

Mama MOFO On The Move

Posted on Wednesday, 12/13/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Just got an email from musictoday.com telling me that the 4 CD MOFO has been shipped! Ah, the sweaty hands, the camping by the mailbox — it had been a while. The pre-order page is closed down now, by the … Continue reading →

Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa Audio/Video, Zappa News | 15 Comments

You Suck At Parking?

Posted on Monday, 12/11/06 by Dr Sharleena

Let the world know it! (there you have it :) )

Posted in Frank Zappa | 4 Comments

Men At Work: ’88 Rehearsals

Posted on Friday, 12/08/06 by Balint

Some more download. The exact date: 12.02.1988; the exact place: Philadelphia; the exact source: zappa.at.

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

Toronto ’77 (2)

Posted on Friday, 12/08/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Part two is now available — with Flo and Eddie on four tracks! Run screaming or download: the choice is yours. :)

Posted in Frank Zappa, Friday Boots | 1 Comment

Baby MOFO Reviews

Posted on Thursday, 12/07/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Now that it’s available in stores, I’ve put up a page for the “Baby” MOFO release over at the discography section. If you’ve already purchased it, why not post a review?

Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa Audio/Video | 25 Comments

Zappateer Fest

Posted on Thursday, 12/07/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Do you happen to live in the picturesque south west of England? The Zappateers are having a party there next February: Via Peaches en Regalia.

Posted in Frank Zappa, Music, Zappa Misc | 1 Comment

Nerf Football

Posted on Thursday, 12/07/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Can I tell you my favourite Frank Zappa story? He was playing this theme park north of Toronto, Canada’s Wonderland. I forget who opened for him, no doubt another rectal thermometer… They were abused. So he comes out with his … Continue reading →

Posted in Frank Zappa, Music, Zappa Misc | 3 Comments

Lancaster Zappa Exhibit

Posted on Tuesday, 12/05/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

As you may know, there’s currently an exhibit on Frank Zappa at the Lancaster Museum. Here’s one Ms. S. talking about it: … or rather: not talking about it — take your pick. :)

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Mama MOFO Update

Posted on Monday, 12/04/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

In case you didn’t receive the zappa.com email: Our best information at this time is that MOFO Deluxe could ship as late as the week of FZ’s birthday. Sadly, unless you and Santa have a special relationship with FedEx, you … Continue reading →

Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa News | 4 Comments

Bicycle Nutcracker Suite

Posted on Friday, 12/01/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Since Jingle Bells is a little overdone this time of year, I thought Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” would be a great alternative. At first I didn’t think it could be done, but as I recorded sounds from … Continue reading →

Posted in Bizarre, Music, Zappa Misc | 7 Comments

Toronto ’77

Posted on Friday, 12/01/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Gilles is back with a boot from September 29 ’77: Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto, Canada. Get it while it’s hot!

Posted in Frank Zappa, Friday Boots | 25 Comments

Baby MOFO: First Tracks

Posted on Thursday, 11/30/06 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Look! A tracklist for the (2CD) Baby MOFO! Is it accurate? We have no idea. (Thanks Thomas!)

Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa Audio/Video | 12 Comments