When King Crimson came to Chicago (okay, Highland Park, IL) on August 29, I wasn’t planning to be there. I’ve … More
Category: Frank Zappa
CirdecSongs Rapid-Fire Record Reviews
FRANK ZAPPA, Zappa ‘88: The Last U.S. Show (Zappa Records, 2021). Just when you think you’ve heard all the acrobatics … More
The Game Changers, part 2
Here is the remainder of my list of musical game-changers, the records and artists who changed my musical outlook from … More
Zappa Doc a Feast for Eyes, Ears
Zappa, Alex Winter’s documentary on Frank Zappa — one of the most important composers of the 20th century — is … More
Musicians Love MUSIC
What do Miles Davis, Frank Zappa, Prince, and Steven Wilson have in common? I’ll get back to that in a … More
A Few Words About “The Hot Rats Sessions”
Frank Zappa, The Hot Rats Sessions (2019, UMG Recordings) PERSONNEL: Frank Zappa (guitar, octave bass, percussion); Ian Underwood (piano, organ, … More
A Few Word’s About “Zappa in New York (40th Anniversary Box)”
FRANK ZAPPA, Zappa in New York, 40th Anniversary (Zappa Records, 2019) PERSONNEL: Frank Zappa (Conductor, lead guitar, vocals); Ray White … More
Dweezil Zappa is His Own Man Within His Father’s Music
It’s not easy being your father’s son. This is particularly true if the father made a lasting impact that resonates … More
Personal Icon: Mike Keneally
Mike Keneally may be one of the most criminally underrated musicians in the industry. Spend five minutes listening to this … More
My Favorite Zappa: The Roxy Years
Frank Zappa was a genius. It seems obvious, but I feel as though that statement needs to be made. Frank … More
