Hot Rats

voodoolounge, we should have ask that of Steve Allen when we had the chance. ;^)

I've really enjoyed FZ since the first hearing.  Although I like his later albums better than the first few.  

Many put him down, even rock fans, because they thought he was simply crude or childish.  Too bad they couldn't see he was poking a finger in the eye of general contemporary society.

Regarding classical composers, I read that Zappa was influenced by Edgard Vare'se.  No affiliation with JS Bach.

Frank was a very intelligent cat. Some believe his put downs directed at them, could be. In that case they're justified in their disdain for him. I've always gotten the joke, never taking myself too seriously.

Hey pryso

Edgard appreciated the noise Frank's bicycle made. 🤣

@bdp24 - respectfully disagree, but only about Zappa.... 

'Grand Wazoo'! I dont know why I couldn't remember that name, but that's actually my fave FZ instrumental album, more than 'Waka Jawaka' or 'Hot Rats', both of which are also wonderful. 

"...down in Joes' Garage...."

I would much rather listen to Frank playing than The Chump braying....imho....