Frank Zappa FAQ: All That's Left to Know About the Father of Invention(FAQ). In this volume, author John Corcelli reveals Zappa's roots as a musician, from his diverse influences to his personal life. We also learn more about his former band members and the enormous musical legacy inherited by his son, Dweezil. The book features a juried examination of Zappa's recordings and his videos. It also features a complete discography and a recommended reading list. Each chapter has a special focus on Zappa's life, with sections covering his family, his home studio known as the Utility Muffin Research Kitchen his keen interest in the Synclavier (a device he first used in 1980), his guitars, and more. Special attention is paid to the Mothers of Invention. Frank Zappa FAQ is a must-have for fans new and old looking to delve into some of the best music ever made by one of the most innovative artists the world has known. |
Contents
Introduction | |
Frank Zappas Origins | |
Zappas Musical Influences | |
Mothers Day 1965 | |
The Mothers of Invention | |
Zappa and the Jazz Influence | |
Zappa Goes Digital | |
What Women Think About Zappas Music | |
Zappa as Instrumentalist | |
Overdubs Galore | |
Opening Acts Get a Shot | |
The Mothers Make Other Plans | |
Auditioning for Frank Zappa | |
Insights from His Musicians | |
A Clash of Icons | |
The Artist as Parent | |
Zappas DrugFree Zone | |
Zappa and the Record Business | |
Choice Quotations | |
A Cultivated Audience | |
Zappa Lampoons the Beatles Bob Dylan and Michael Jackson | |
Does Humor Belong in Music? | |
A Curated Look at the Zappa Collection | |
Zappa and the Power of Ownership | |
Zappas Archives and the UMRK | |
1988 | |
Zappas Conceptual Continuity | |
200 Motels | |
Frank Zappas Visual Productions | |
Selected TV Appearances | |
Zappa and the Politics | |
Zappa Alumni | |
Zappas Legacy Part 1 | |
The Real Frank Zappa Books | |
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