New book: Frank Zappa's America
In Frank Zappa's America, Bradley Morgan casts the artist as an often-misunderstood figure who critiqued the actions of religious and political groups promoting a predominantly white, Christian vision of the United States. A controversial and provocative satirist, often criticized for the shocking subject matter of his songs, Zappa provided social commentary throughout his career that spoke truth to power about the nefarious institutions operating in the lives of everyday Americans. Beginning in the late 1970s, his music frequently addressed the rise of extremist religious influence in American politics, specifically white Christian nationalism.
Frank Zappa's America examines the musician's messaging through song, tracing the means by which Zappa created passionate, at times troubling, art that combats conservativism in its many manifestations. For readers in the twenty-first century, his music and public advocacy demonstrate the need to preserve democracy and the voices that uphold it.
Bradley Morgan and Jeremy Richey
LSU Press (tbr 2025-06-02), english, 304 pages
Moon Unit Zappa über ihre lieblose Kindheit
Interview bei tagesspiegel.de
The album that made John Cale “hate” Frank Zappa
Reuben Cross @ faroutmagazine.co.uk
Zappanale Flyer und Din á4 Plakate zum Download
Konzertrückblick: Frank Out! mit Special Guest Napoleon Murphy Brock am 28.10.2024 in der Bad Dürkheimer Weinstube "DieDa"
In der Bad Dürkheimer Weinstube "DieDa" tritt der ehemalige Frontsänger von Frank Zappa auf: Das 81-jährige Multitalent Napoleon Murphy Brock... auf SWR Kultur
Konzertrückblick: Frank Out! mit Special Guest Napoleon Murphy Brock am 31.10.2024 im Café Hahn Koblenz
Jürgen S. auf time-for-metal.eu
Watch My Band Spontneously Combust!
A live performance of "Punky's Whips", from the 2024 Roxpostrophy Tour led to a blistering guitar solo & an incredible moment of spontaneous synchronicity for the entire band @ YouTube
Groupie icon Pamela Des Barres tells all at City Winery
Onstage she reads from her five books, plays clips of some music , and takes questions. And yes, she’ll spill a few salacious details... by Brett Milano @ bostonherald.com
Dweezil talks Hikari Studios, Hendrix tour, family legacy, and more
The Real Reason Why Frank Zappa Hated Jethro Tull
Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson was a big fan of Zappa, but the feeling wasn’t in any way mutual.
Paderborner Rockfestial
Beim Paderborner Rockfestival trifft die Legende COLOSSEUM auf die Progrocker MOSTLY AUTUMN aus England und die französischen LAZULI. Mehr Infos auf paderhalle.de
22.03.2025, 18.00Uhr, Heiersmauer 45-51, 33098 Paderborn
Treacherous Cretins feat. Robert Martin
10.04.2025 Òran Mór, Byres Rd, Glasgow, United Kingdom
11.04.2025 Lost Lane, Dublin, Ireland
12.04.2025 Voodoo, 9-11 Fountain St, Belfast, United Kingdom
13.04.2025 Cavern Club, 10 Mathew St, Liverpool, United Kingdom
14.04.2025 Hare & Hounds. 106 High St, Birmingham, United Kingdom
15.04.2025 Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, United Kingdom
16.04.2025 Backstage at The Green Hotel, Kinross, United Kingdom
17.04.2025 Cluny, 36 Lime St, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
18.04.2025 The Forge, 24 Cornhill, London, City of London, EC3V 3ND
19.04.2025 The Earl Haig Club, 22-23 Penlline Rd, Cardiff, United Kingdom
20.04.2025 The Brook, 466 Portswood Rd, Southampton, United Kingdom
??.07.2025 Zappanale
Weitere Bands für die Zappanale #34 sind angekündigt
Polka Streng, Zappalot, Cheap Thrills, Ciardelli-Drago-Strano, Tō Yō, Det Skandaløse Orkester,
The Breed, Paul Green's Rock Academy feat. Robert Martin, Scott Thunes and Ray White => Zappanale
Das Stylus Groove Label kündigt neues 4-CD-Set an
Titel: Zoot Allures (reissue), Cat: SGCD 117, Released: 17 Jan 25
ZappaCast #69: Happy 50th, Apostrophe (‘) – A Deep Dish Special!!!
We are back, kids! In this episode, Joe, Bill and Scott talk about the various new reissues of APOSTROPHE (‘), a top-tier Zappa classic! We go all Deep Dish with you on the new Super Deluxe 50th Anniversary CD reissue of the album, and the two new vinyl editions that are now available! Come and get your love!! => listen here
In Appreciation of Howard Kaylan
by Cameron Gunnoe @ culturesonar.com
Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson, & Steve Vai present G3 Reunion Live
The album captures the guitar magic of Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson, and Steve Vaion their sold-out 2024 US tour. As Vai says: “A G3 tour is always an electrifying experience, and this particular G3 tour with Eric and Joe was a career highlight for me. To be able to hit the road with old friends and be in that lit-up environment of the stage and communicate on the deepest musical levels with friends is a privilege and honour, especially with such incredible players as Eric and Joe, who delivered magnificently at these shows.”
The deluxe edition features a different coloured vinyl for each artist, a special splatter LP for the encore jam, and a 64-page photo book, divided into artist and jam chapters, with the full program also on 2 CDs. It is also available in a 2CD digipack with a 16-page photo booklet and, 4 LP gatefold and digital download. Released January 31st, 2025, worldwide on earMUSIC.
Tracklisting (all formats):
1. Gravitas (Vai)
2. Avalancha (Vai)
3. Little Pretty Intro (Vai)
4. Little Pretty (Vai)
5. Tender Surrender (Vai)
6. Zeus in Chains (Vai)
7. Teeth of the Hydra (Vai)
8. For the Love of God (Vai)
9. Land of 1000 Dances (Johnson)
10. Righteous (Johnson)
11. Trail of Tears (Johnson)
12. On-Ramp Improv (Johnson)
13. Freeway Jam (Johnson)
14. Desert Rose (Johnson)
15. Venus Reprise (Johnson)
16. Raspberry Jam Delta-V (Satriani)
17. Surfing with the Alien (Satriani)
18. Satch Boogie (Satriani)
19. Sahara (Satriani)
20. Nineteen Eighty (Satriani)
21. Big Bad Moon (Satriani)
22. Always with Me, Always with You (Satriani)
23. Sumer Song (Satriani)
24. Introductions
25. Crossroads (Encore Jam)
26. Spanish Castle Magic (Encore Jam)
27. Born to Be Wild (Encore Jam)
Experience Hendrix Tour in Clearwater
Ruth Eckerd Hall on October 17, 2024: The group of musicians performing on the tour include Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Christone “Kingfish“ Ingram, Eric Johnson, Dweezil Zappa, Noah Hunt, Chuck Campbell & Calvin Cooke of the Slide Brothers, Ally Venable, Mato Nanji, Dylan Triplett, Mathias Lattin, Henri Brown, and Taj Farrant… read more @ rockatnight.com
Zappanale #34: gofundme-Projekt Z3
Z3 ist eine Zappa-Cover Band aus den USA und möchte bei der 34. Zappanale spielen.
Dafür habe ich, Georg Nilius, zu Gunsten der Arf-Society diese Kampagne gestartet. Die Band hat 2mal, 2013 und 2015, bei der Zappanale gespielt und steht seitdem in der Gunst der Fans ganz weit oben. Die Gigs sind bei Youtube anzuschauen. Bei jeder Versammlung kam der Vorschlag von Fans, die Band nochmal zu engagieren. Aufgrund der neuen Situation im Verein, u. a. der Ausfall von Sponsoren, ist das unser Weg, die Band nochmal zu sehen. Die Band wird 2 Gigs spielen, einmal auf der kleine Bühne und zur primetime auf der großen Bühne. Ich (wir) brauchen für den Flug, Gage und Logie 7500 Euro. Um die Flugkosten niedrig zu halten, möchte ich dieses Ziel bis 30.11.2024 erreichen. Spender, die eine Spendenquittung möchten, können diese beim Verein Arf Society erhalten. Der gespendete Betrag wird erst nach Erreichen des Ziels von dem Treuhandkonto, welches ich für die Arf-Society eingerichtet habe, freigegeben. Ich bedanke mich für euer Vertrauen!
arf arf arf,
Georg Nilius
Erste Bands für die Zappanale #34 sind angekündigt
Ozric Tentacles, Monika Roscher Bigband, Yuval Ron, The Dorf und Silas & Saski > zappanale.de
The London Philharmonic Orchestra plays Zappa... and more
The London Philharmonic Orchestra (conducted by Kevin John Edusei) takes us on a journey through time and space with innovative works by Frank Zappa, Bohuslav Martinů and Dinuk Wijeratne.
Frank Zappa: The dog breath variations from Uncle Meat; Outrage at Valdez; G Spot Tornado
Dinuk Wijeratne: Concerto for clarinet, piano & strings (European premiere)
Martinů: Symphony No.6 (Fantaisies symphoniques)
12 Mar 2025, 7.30pm, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX
Bill Camarata Revives "Cosmik Debris" Art Project From 50 Years Ago
The Fairytale of Miss Pamela
Pamela learned quickly, through friendships with Captain Beefhart and Frank Zappa, that she was something special... >> listen @ kcrw
Shredding Zappa by The Six Million Dollar Guitar
Gerry Fialka's Interview with Napoleon Murphy Brock
Hot Rats, 55 Years Later
Neue Doppel-CD angekündigt
Greatest Hits Broadcast Collection
Label: Live Icons US
Cat: LVIC 2CD4008
Release: 15. November 2024
Tracks taken from:
- Konserthuset, Stockholm, Sweden September 30th 1967 Sveriges radio
- Theatre De L'Olympia, Paris, France October 26th 1968 Radio France
- Fillmore West, San Francisco on November 6th 1970 KSAN-FM
- Memorial Auditorium, Buffalo, N.Y. November 15th 1974WNEW-FM
- County Coliseum, El Paso, Texas, May 23rd 1975 KLAQ-FM
- War Memorial Gym, Vancouver October 1st 1975 CBC-FM
- Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, October 13th 1978 2nd Show, WDHA-FM,
- Tower Theater, Philadelphia, PA April 29th 1980 (Early Show) WMMR-FM
- Palladium, New York on October 31st 1981 WNEW-FM
- TLNBOX3 Stonybrook, New York, NY November 3rd 1984 WLIR-FM
Disc 1: 1. Call Any Vegetable, 2. King Kong, 3. Pound For A Brown On The Bus, 4. Dog Breath/Uncle Meat, 5. Son Of Mr Green Genes, 6. Chungs's Revenge 2, 7. Camarillo Brillo, 8. Dupree's Paradise, 9. Cosmik Debris
Disc 2: 1. Yellow Snow Suite, 2. Apostrophe, 3. Stinkfoot, 4. Inca Roads 5. Florentine Pogen, 6. The Torture Never Stops, 7. Black Napkins, 8. City Of Tiny Lights, 9. Outside Now, 10. Watermelon In Easter Hay, 11. Black Page # 2
Description
With such a vast catalogue of broadcast material available at first glance it would appear easy to put together a "best of" of Frank Zappa and Zappa & The Mothers. However, taking the lyrical content of some of the older songs into account it becomes necessary to filter out some of the more controversial efforts that would not quite square with a contemporary audience. This we have done without, we hope, offending the hardcore Zappa aficionados among you.
With that caveat in place, we are still left with a plethora of great tunes and great playing to choose from. Zappa's bands were always hard touring outfits, and the tightness of the arrangements gives credit to both this and the hard work put in at various pre-tour rehearsal rooms. Most of the notable musicians who graced the bands over the decades are featured here. George Duke, Napoleon Murphy Brock, Ruth Underwood, Beefheart, and Ike Willis all feature as well as the complete early Mothers line-ups on King Kong etc. The one constant is Zappa's brilliant and subtle guitar playing which soars in and around the complex arrangements as if visiting each piece lightly before moving on.
Zappa remains a controversial figure both for the genius and forward-looking nature of his music as well as for his unorthodox views on certain topics. Let us put the latter behind us and enjoy one of the 20th. Century's musical geniuses as he is best remembered, playing live.
Neues CD-Set angekündigt
Ein 6-CD-Set mit dem Titel "Live Broadcast Collection" wird Anfang November auf dem Blueline US-Label erscheinen. Ob es dasselbe Set ist, welches im letzten Jahr auf dem Radio Broadcast Label erschien bleibt abzuwarten.
A Lovely Time by Arthur Barrow
This is a nostalgic expression of lovey times, past and present, that can open your heart to what is beautiful in this world.
released September 27, 2024
Composed, arranged, performed, and produced by Arthur Barrow. Mastered by Bob Rice.
Tinseltown Rebellion Band live in Soest
Unter dem Motto "They do it again" haben sie sich nach mehreren, teils langjährigen Pausen wieder einmal zusammen gefunden und spielten ein fantastisches Set. 1999 spielten sie auf der Zappanale #10 und nun in nahezu unveränderter Besetzung:
- Tenor Saxophone – Manfred Cogel
- Trombone – Ron Oligschläger
- Trumpet – Christoph Fischer
- Alto Saxophone – Johannes Flamm
- Baritone Saxophone – Patrick Porsch
- Bass, Vocals – Antoine Pütz
- Drums, Vocals – Horst Schippers
- Guitar, Vocals – Christian Henke
- Guitar – Thomas Nordhausen
- Keyboards – Stefan Michalke
- Keyboards, Vocals – Thomas Berndt
- Mallets, Percussion – Jürgen Karle
Don Preston live in Berlin
ein Rückblick auf vinylrausch.de
Neu auf LP: Bobby Brown - Live 1988
Label: SIS
Erscheinungstermin: 29.11.2024
Tracklist:
1 Bolero
2 Stink Foot
3 I Ain't Got No Heart
4 Love Of My Life
5 Chana In Da Bushwop
6 Heavy Duty Judy
7 Disco Boy
8 Truck Driver Divorce
9 Watermelon In Easter Hay
10 Bobby Brown
New vinyl: Frank Zappa - Sinister Footwear
live broadcast, 17th November 1981 from The Ritz in NYC
Limited to 500 hand numbered copies on Splatter Vinyl.
Side 1:
1. Treacherous Cretins
2. Easy Meat
3. Drowning Witch
Side 2:
1. Sinister Footwear
2. Stevie's Spanking
3. Cocaine Decisions
4. Goblin Girl
Label: Stylus Groove
Release Date: 30/10/2024
New vinyl: Frank Zappa - Zoot Aloors
live broadcast, 17th November 1981 from The Ritz in NYC
Limited to 500 hand numbered copies on Splatter Vinyl.
Side 1:
1. Tryin' To Grow A Chin
2. Strictly Genteel
3. Ride Like The Wind
Side 2:
1. Zoot Allures
2. Whipping Post
3. Watermelon In Easter Hay
Label: Stylus Groove
Release Date: 30/10/2024
Zappa (Special Edition) (Blu-ray & DVD)
Alex Winter zeigt Frank Zappa so, wie er sich selbst sah - als seriösen Musiker im Freak-Gewand. Tausende von Stunden sorgfältig digitalisierter Videos, Fotos und Audiodateien bildeten die Grundlage für eine fesselnde Dokumentation, die mit ihrer Fülle bislang unveröffent-lichter Aufnahmen selbst Zappaisten viel Neues offenbart.
Neuauflage!
Specials:
- Booklet
- Artcards
- Deleted Scenes
running time: 128 min
to be released: 12.12.2024
NDR Bigband meets Ensemble Modern Festival
NDR Bigband meets Ensemble Modern #1
Unter dem Motto "#Frisch poliert" geht das Festival mit Werken von Frank Zappa, neu arrangiert von Colin Towns, an den Start.
NDR Bigband meets Ensemble Modern #2
Im Rahmen des "Ensemble Modern Festivals" stehen drei Uraufführungen von Carla Kihlstedt und Alex Paxton Ali N. Askin auf dem Programm.
NDR Bigband meets Ensemble Modern #3
Mit fünf neuen Werken unter der Headline "#ad hoc" beschließen Ensemble Modern aus Frankfurt und die NDR Bigband das Festival.
Candi's Coating by Cyborg Hit Parade
It was an intimidating show
Tony Levin recalls the only gig ever played by Mothers Of Invention spin-off band Aha, The Attack Of The Green Slimebeast, with a dance troupe, a body-painted Danny DeVito and an audience of two people. => loudersound.com
Frank Zappa’s legacy lives on with the Stinkfoot Orchestra
The Stinkfoot Orchestra pulls no punches – delivering 2 sets of Frank’s music via a 14-piece ensemble which incorporates a 6-piece horn section, tuned percussion and 5 vocalists. Oh, and, just to add a little extra garlic, the band is also fronted alternately by 3 of Frank’s most iconic vocalists. On this tour it will be Napoleon Murphy Brock.
- Friday, August 30th at The Miner’s Foundry, Nevada City, CA
8:00 PM, Doors 7:00 PM - Saturday, September 28th at Spaghetti Western, Joshua Tree, CA 9:00 PM
- Sunday, September 29th at Hotel Congress, Tuscon, AZ
8:00 PM, Doors 7:00 PM - Tuesday, October 1st at LuLu’s, Colorado Springs, CO
8:00 PM, Doors 7:00 PM - Thursday, October 3rd at 10-Mile Music Hall, Frisco, CO
9:00 PM, Doors 8:00 PM - Friday, October 4th at The Mercury Cafe, Denver, CO
8:00 PM, Doors 7:00 PM - Friday, November 22nd at WOW Hall, Eugene, OR
8:00 PM, Doors 7:00 PM
New vinyl: Pink Floyd featuring Frank Zappa - Amougies 1969 (2LP)
A1 Pink Floyd feat. Frank Zappa: Interstellar Overdrive 21:25
B1 Green Is The Colour 3:45
B2 Careful With The Axe Eugene 9:18
C1 Set The Controls For The Heart Of The Sun 11:30
C2 Astronomy Domine 9:30
D1 A Saucerful Of Secrets 18:00
New book: Frank Zappa Biography For Curious Kids
Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of Frank Zappa, the legendary musician, composer, and activist. This biography, specifically written for curious kids,
will take you on a journey through the life of this musical genius.
Through engaging storytelling and captivating narrative, young readers will learn all about Frank Zappa's early life, his love for music, and his rise to fame. But this book is more than just a
biography, it's a tool to help kids get comfortable with text-based books and expand their vocabulary.
With each chapter, readers will discover important lessons and key takeaways that will inspire and motivate them to pursue their passions and dreams. This book is perfect for 8-12-year-olds who are
preparing for advanced reading and want to learn more about one of the most influential musicians of all time.
Written in an age-appropriate and relatable language, this biography will not only educate young readers about Frank Zappa's life but also help them develop essential skills for a successful early
life. With no illustrations, kids will be encouraged to use their imagination and fully immerse themselves in the story.
So get ready to be inspired and entertained by the life of Frank Zappa in this short story that is packed with educational elements. Perfect for young readers who are curious about the world and
eager to learn, this biography will leave a lasting impression and inspire them to reach for the stars.
Independently published (18. Juli 2024) / ASIN: B0D9PW35DH / ISBN-13: 979-8333453570
Beat Club October 1968 (mono)
Label: 1960s
Format: LP
Cat: RANDB 140LP
Released: 18 Jul 24
Side 1
Don't Do That, Improvisation, A Pound For A Brown, Sleeping In A Jar, Uncle Meat
Side 2
Gas Mask, Lohengrin, Let's Make The Water Turn Black, Octandre, King Kong, Oh In The Sky
Pittsburgh noise/punk/skronk outfit Skeletonized tackle Jackie & The Starlites’ doo wop classic Valerie and do a fantastic job. Sonically it recalls Frank Zappa whenever he dabbled in the genre, with exaggerated, albeit fond, vocal stylings.
Schriftsteller Peter Wawerzinek: Bad Doberan, Frank Zappa und ich
Seine Geschichte zur Zappanale #33: "Ich habe gute alte Freunde wiedergesehen und reiste mit dem Gefühl geimpft ab, dass das Leben richtig schön zu heißen ist, wenn es dich nach Bad Doberan treibt und die Luft nach Frank Zappa klingt."
Bilder der Zappanale #33
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