Category Archives: Music

Richard Wright 1943-2008

Posted on September 16, 2008 by Balint

On BBC News – and on the Wikipedia. R. I. P.

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Monday Mailbag

Posted on September 15, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Some stuff from the inbox: Warren Cuccurullo has a new album out called “Playing in Tongues” which reunites him with Missing Persons/Zappa drummer Terry Bozzio. To be released on Edel Records. German tribute band Sheik Yerbouti ft. Napoleon M. Brock … Continue reading →

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The Tubes, “Whiz Quiz” 1974

Posted on September 13, 2008 by urbangraffito

Mike Cotten at The Tubes Project has uploaded yet another gem with this clip of “Whiz Quiz” from The Tubes‘ 1974 show at California Hall in San Francisco. Inspired by “Let’s Make a Deal“, the clip also shows early Tubes’ … Continue reading →

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Jeff Simmons: The Straight Years

Posted on September 12, 2008 by urbangraffito

After years of listening to scratchy vinyl (with all their inherent pops and hisses), poor quality tape recordings, and substandard mp3’s, I finally received the 2CD set of Jeff Simmons‘ classic psychedelic album, “Lucille Has Messed My Mind Up” combined … Continue reading →

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Need More Cowbell?

Posted on September 11, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Sure thing, here you go. Previously: U2, Metallica, The Beatles and more. For good measure, check out the original SNL skit.

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George Duke: Feel

Posted on September 10, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

George Duke‘s 1974 album “Feel” is to be rereleased on September 23. As you may know, the album had Zappa playing on it. Always good to see out of print gems like this one pop up again. Hat tip: John … Continue reading →

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One Note Neil

Posted on September 9, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

For those who are familiar with Neil Young’s body of work, specifically his soloing technique, this will bring a big grin on your face: See this post on Thrasher’s Wheat which gathered so many comments in defense of Young’s solo … Continue reading →

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A Concert For Jimmy

Posted on September 6, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

I guess by now you know that Jimmy Carl Black is battling a nasty cancer, and has been confronted with very heavy hospital bills in attempting to do so. To help out, a benefit concert is in the works. The … Continue reading →

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Thursday Mix: Cover Me This

Posted on September 4, 2008 by urbangraffito

I’m both pleased and proud to initiate the inaugural post of Kill Ugly Radio’s first Mixtape presentation, “Thursday Mix: Cover Me This.” Sixteen different musicians/bands performing twenty-five Frank Zappa Covers: 1. Tink / 13 — Banned From Utopia 2. Solitude … Continue reading →

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Now Play It In 7/8 Reggae

Posted on September 4, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Steve Vai recalls his audition for Frank Zappa:

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