On 04 Jul 2008, Flinstoneyerfired <mmurph@onlink.net> wrote in
alt.guitar:
> Actually, that's not true- at least not AFAIC- I'm much more
> inclined to listen to FZ again bearing in mind what you guys have
> said, because I respect your opinions on stuff here and maybe I
> need to see if I'm missing something you guys are into. I'm not
> saying my opinion will change, but I like to keep informing my
> opinions and don't really enjoy being dismissive about any music.
> I believe there is something to appreciate in every piece of music
> that exists. If I sound like a loony, I apologize.
Well, I'm glad to hear that. My participation in this thread has been a
reaction against musical arrogance and bigotry. My point hasn't been to
try to convince anybody to like or dislike anything.
On the other hand, I always wish other people could get some of the
same delight out of the music I like that I do. In this case, regarding
Zappa's music, many of my favorites of his music are from the mid-'70s,
and involved the band that included George Duke (keyboards), Chester
Thompson (drums), Tom Fowler (bass) and Ruth Underwood (tuned and other
percussion). I especially love the albums "Roxy and Elsewhere",
"Overnight Sensation" and "One Size Fits All". They made an incredible
progressive rock/fusion noise with great quirky melodies, intricate
arrangements and tight ensemble playing. The satiric vocals and lyrics
took a back seat to the music, though still prominent. If you can,
check out those albums (also "You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol.
2 - The Helsinki Concert,") And check out these youtube clips:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=DTNyemg0-x8
http://youtube.com/watch?v=7H0zQVtC31s
http://youtube.com/watch?v=fQF4UVPDLYQ
http://youtube.com/watch?v=eJ_wSiUW2lM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=eJN_uWaVRfo
This is only a sample of one phase of his long career, but its one I
love. It's just a great band playing memorable tunes, led and composed
by Frank Zappa.
