Yearn for Learn

[Marqueson's Chicken]

I have been listening to Zappa's music for years now but recently realised how little I actually know about the man himself and the Mothers of Invetion. As someone who is keen to always gain more knowledge (especially on such brilliant artists) I was wondering if people colud reply with a fact or two on Zappa or The Mothers that might be less know and or interesting/unusual in some way.

Much appreciated.

[black zappath]

Hi Marqueson's Chicken,
Well, there are quite a few of those!... "What" do you know?... ;O)
Maybe there is something specific I might be able to shine a bit of light on. Although there are still big holes in my knowledge, I did read a few of the books and lots of interviews in the past. I have most of the records, as well as the Baby Snakes full version, Dubroom Special, and Does Humour Belong in Music? videos. And I have seen Zappa in concert four times, all in Montreal ('76, '78, '80 and '81).

[Chris]

Strongly recommended: The Real Frank Zappa Book.  

[Barry]

Welcome to the forums, Marqueson's Chicken!

I for one, am fascinated by Bob Dylan's visit to the Zappa home. To think that both of them had a mutual respect toward eachother, even though their musical style was as disparate as it gets. If Zappa and Dylan Be Jammin' in Heaven...

[guacamole]

If Zappa and Dylan Be Jammin' in Heaven...

This may come as a bit of a shock to you Barry;
His Bobness is not dead (he just looks it)  

[Barry]

This may come as a bit of a shock to you Barry;
His Bobness is not dead (he just looks it)  

Sure but he's turned to catholicism some years back. I have it from good sources that these people have a direct hotline with The Guy Upstairs.