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Zappa’s Coven of Drowning Witches

On more than one occasion, upon seeing the colossal size of my Frank Zappa music collection, I’ve been asked, “How many versions of Zappa songs do you really need?” Of course, to someone who isn’t a fan of Zappa’s music, … Continue reading

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The Manson Ensemble plays Zappa: 13th of November

Conducted by Franck Ollu, who performed with the Ensemble Modern on the original Yellow Shark recording, the Manson Ensemble present a selection of instrumental Zappa classics alongside new transcriptions by Head of Composition, Philip Cashian, and current composition students. The … Continue reading

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Theydon Bois Reviews Zappa At The Roundhouse

Over the weekend, Theydon Bois has been posting his experiences and thoughts on the Roundhouse event in this KUR thread. In fact, he did such an amazing write-up, I figured it deserves its own post. Many thanks Mr. Bois!

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New Release: Hammersmith Odeon

Zappa live at Hammersmith Odeon, 1978, 3-CD set. Click image for full barfiness announcement. Pre-order here. Update: Nov 8 2010: the correct tracklist can be found here.

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Polygon Head Plays The Black Page #1

So, you’re interested in learning to play The Black Page #1 on guitar? Check out this video from Polygon Head, angrily shake your fist at the guitar gods, and go back to your Neil Young Harvest songbook (that’s what I … Continue reading

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Holiday in Berlin e ancora Zappa

YouTuberer microsei: First part of a fantastic Zappa Suite by Orchestra Spaziale Italiana directed by Giorgio Casadei, genial Zappa arrangements at Malè “non Sole Jazz” Festival close to Dolomite Mountains Part two, part three. Hat tip: @evaristo

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Zappa & Zin

Next August 24, The Ed Palermo Big Band will be playing at the City Winery, which is cool because they’re one of the superior FZ tributes out there IMHO — but there’s a twist: As the night progresses we will … Continue reading

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At The Roundhouse

Of interest to those who live in the London area, Zappa at the Roundhouse: …a three day festival from 5–7 November that will celebrate the life and music of this legendary American artist. The programme includes performances from his son … Continue reading

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Best FZ Covers: Mats Morgan All Star Team: Echidna’s Arf (Of You)

(Thx Pierre Vervloesem!)

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Project/Object In Europe

Zappa tribute band Project/Object will be touring Europe this May (check out the flyer). No Belgian venue though… André? (Thx Thomas Böhme)

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