Was Frank not one of the greatest composers of the 20th century? And a great musician as well. Paganini of modern times. Rest in Peace, Frank Zappa you are not forgotten.
He was amazing, and enlightened. I wish I had been sophisticated enough to appreciate him while he was alive, but that's my flaw of youth. He'll forever live out the rest of my life as one of the greatest ever.
Ike Willis - vocals, guitar Arthur Barrow - bass, guitar, backing vocals Tommy Mars - keyboards, vocals Robert Martin - saxophone, keyboards, vocals Jay Dittamo - drums Ed Mann - percussion Tom Fowler - bass, violin Bruce Fowler - trombone, backing vocals Kurt McGettrick - saxophones, contrabass clarinet
One of the greatest times of my life we had 11 rehearsals to put this all together sadly we didn't get a chance to do more then 2 shows with this band ... The people of Germany are great I hope to one day go play there again.
Wtf? When did Tom ever play violin before? My mind is a little blown. And who ever knew Ike was such an accomplished guitarist? In the many times seeing him with Frank he may have taken a solo or two, blues based I believe but he can really channel the spirit of frank. More so than Dweezil. That’s not a knock on anyone btw.
This band was the orphan unwanted child ….. It was put together in 11 rehearsals it’s raw and has heart …. No one became millionaires over this if anything we broke even ….. I’m sure I can say on behalf of all who attended …it was a wonderfully time glad it was documented and as I would consider myself an outside in ..a dream came true….❤
Frank Zappa has alwayZ been, & alwayZ will be, the "Largest Influence" Musically, Politically, Personally, & Spiritually, as for myself. & that'z only a very few thingZ of the "Many" traightZ of Frankz that I "Love" & "Enjoy" so very much ever since I was first introduced to Him, & the "Mother's of Invention". Frank'Z the "Best", & I sincerely Thank Frank for all the yearZ, & the Eonz of Endorphinez, & Wisdom he has shared with all of us. Also many ThankZ to the "Zappa Family" for carrying on with his "Legacy" so that others may have a chance to be exposed to FrankZ work, if they choose to be. I myself am hoping to get to see FrankZ "Halo Graphic Live Show" where some of the old "MotherZ of Invention", & other former band mates perform live with FrankZ "Hologram". One of the many things created by Ahmet Zappa(one of FrankZ sons). All ThumbZ👍 Up❕ To you Frank Zappa, wherever you are..... Mr. Boxx.
I'm not sure as of when Mozart came to be called a genius, I guess it took time. Provided humanity goes the right way, the day will surely come when Zappa will considered a genius too.
Great performance by a superb group of Zappa alums! Ike's dynamic singing and banter pumps up the crowd! The Fowler brothers materialize from the 70's to compliment the younger musicians. Who knew Tom played violin?
Some amazing versions of some legendary classics performed with love and respect by an ensemble of wonderful and highly talented musicians from the span of The Zappa Years. Thanks to everyone who helped make this fantastic set available to The Fans.
Cant believe those guys played the Unit 1B piece from Lumpy Gravy/OIIFTM at the end of "Take Your Clothes off When You Dance" !!!! NEVER heard it live.
Been looking for this for years!! Thank you! I had confused Jay Dittamo with Vinnie Colaiuta (they look similar behind the kit) & that was part of my problem in locating it. Again...thanks!!!
I was confused also I guess its an Italian thing it never hurts to be in the same room with any of the drummers or musicians that played in Franks band... I was 35 years old when I did this show I wanted to get with Franks band since I was 11 Years old ( I was 11-12 in 1971... I didn't think he would hire a little kid) guess if you persevere and life puts you in the right place... Now lets find where those master tapes are so we could get a better mix and also the rest of this over two hour show.... :-)
Broadcast music (remember this was 1994 so details to this sorta thing would get less attention)… I would love to get the multi track mix on this I know it’s there … 😊
a los 15 te descubrí con un sanwiches quemado...52 años después es de lo mejor que me pudo haber pasado en mi vida...FrancZ y la madres logran revertir mis bajones amolos...por siempre en mi
Wasn't there a follow-on band that spawned itself in the 1990's as well. I believe the group called themselves, *"Banned From Utopia."* - I could be wrong.
Ike can shred on guitar, imagine what he's picked up over the years just by osmosis from Frank, Andrian, Stevie, Dweezil etc.... He's got a unique sound, but I can hear glimpses of all the aforementioned.
theres a lot of slips... Thank God not any falling.. :-) there was a lot of remembering stuff here so there wasn't any safety net no fix in the mix this shits pretty raw (lots of notes) we never got a chance to really get to live with this like being shot out of cannon... Thanks
@@TheCaveStudioFilms Oh wow, I didn't think someone from the band would actually reply to my comment! Sorry if I came off as a bit nitpicky or reductive - one lyrical slip-up doesn't negate how genuinely fucking impressive of a band/show this is.
@@TheCaveStudioFilms The song ''take your clothes off had an early instrumental recording but Frank never released the original lyrics which were''I'm so happy I could cry.'' Frank's father caught Frank with his high school sweetheart who lived across the road and he promptly told the girls father...They packed up overnight and were gone... That is the Zappa we see....the brooding non comforming....but I have seen photos of his middle high years and he was the go to boy student the teachers reached for and if you scan pauline butcherbirds youtube account you willl see a handsome Frank standing in front of an art award....This is his love for doowop...it was a special time that was torn from his psyche...That's why he never released that version of the song...He buried it in his lifetime....He probably met back up with the girl but time had destroyed what was love.
When i lived in venice Beach in the 2000's I used to see Tommy riding around on his bike...he looked so blissfully happy...
Was Frank not one of the greatest composers of the 20th century? And a great musician as well. Paganini of modern times. Rest in Peace, Frank Zappa you are not forgotten.
He was amazing, and enlightened. I wish I had been sophisticated enough to appreciate him while he was alive, but that's my flaw of youth. He'll forever live out the rest of my life as one of the greatest ever.
imitating his guitar playing is hell of difficulty : you can believe me
Like Bach Mozart und Beethoven for me Better than all others ✌️ 1:55
Yes. He is(was)! Period!
And Yes❤
Such a beautiful tribute to Frank. I can feel him there The only thing missing is his voice.
Ike Willis - vocals, guitar
Arthur Barrow - bass, guitar, backing vocals
Tommy Mars - keyboards, vocals
Robert Martin - saxophone, keyboards, vocals
Jay Dittamo - drums
Ed Mann - percussion
Tom Fowler - bass, violin
Bruce Fowler - trombone, backing vocals
Kurt McGettrick - saxophones, contrabass clarinet
One of the greatest times of my life we had 11 rehearsals to put this all together sadly we didn't get a chance to do more then 2 shows with this band ... The people of Germany are great I hope to one day go play there again.
Wtf? When did Tom ever play violin before? My mind is a little blown. And who ever knew Ike was such an accomplished guitarist? In the many times seeing him with Frank he may have taken a solo or two, blues based I believe but he can really channel the spirit of frank. More so than Dweezil. That’s not a knock on anyone btw.
Amazing! They did that unit B section and we are the other people. Nobody else has ever done that live
Just Great! Such complex music done incredibly by some of the world's best musicians.
This band is superlative. only 833 views? WTF? Get with it people!
This band was the orphan unwanted child ….. It was put together in 11 rehearsals it’s raw and has heart …. No one became millionaires over this if anything we broke even ….. I’m sure I can say on behalf of all who attended …it was a wonderfully time glad it was documented and as I would consider myself an outside in ..a dream came true….❤
Frank Zappa has alwayZ been, & alwayZ will be, the "Largest Influence" Musically, Politically, Personally, & Spiritually, as for myself. & that'z only a very few thingZ of the "Many" traightZ of Frankz that I "Love" & "Enjoy" so very much ever since I was first introduced to Him, & the "Mother's of Invention". Frank'Z the "Best", & I sincerely Thank Frank for all the yearZ, & the
Eonz of Endorphinez, & Wisdom he has shared with all of us. Also many ThankZ to the "Zappa Family" for carrying on with his "Legacy" so that others may have a chance to be exposed to FrankZ work, if they choose to be. I myself am hoping to get to see FrankZ "Halo Graphic Live Show" where some of the old "MotherZ of Invention", & other former band mates perform live with FrankZ "Hologram". One of the many things created by Ahmet Zappa(one of FrankZ sons). All ThumbZ👍 Up❕ To you Frank Zappa, wherever you are..... Mr. Boxx.
Yeah that was a pleasant surprise the incredible Tom Fowler bass extrodinar on what! violin!
Thanks for sharing this unvaluable show of love to Frank Zappa!!!
From the guys to you THANKS :-)
Oh Bobby Martins vocals!!
Frank will be gaining new generations of fans for eons.
I'm not sure as of when Mozart came to be called a genius, I guess it took time. Provided humanity goes the right way, the day will surely come when Zappa will considered a genius too.
Great performance by a superb group of Zappa alums! Ike's dynamic singing and banter pumps up the crowd! The Fowler brothers materialize from the 70's to compliment the younger musicians. Who knew Tom played violin?
Everyone was so fucking great!!!!!!!
Some amazing versions of some legendary classics performed with love and respect by an ensemble of wonderful and highly talented musicians from the span of The Zappa Years. Thanks to everyone who helped make this fantastic set available to The Fans.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Cant believe those guys played the Unit 1B piece from Lumpy Gravy/OIIFTM at the end of "Take Your Clothes off When You Dance" !!!! NEVER heard it live.
This is the best old/ new Zappa music in many years! So respectful and well played. Wonderful concert! Thank you for sharing.
Been looking for this for years!! Thank you! I had confused Jay Dittamo with Vinnie Colaiuta (they look similar behind the kit) & that was part of my problem in locating it. Again...thanks!!!
I was confused also I guess its an Italian thing it never hurts to be in the same room with any of the drummers or musicians that played in Franks band... I was 35 years old when I did this show I wanted to get with Franks band since I was 11 Years old ( I was 11-12 in 1971... I didn't think he would hire a little kid) guess if you persevere and life puts you in the right place... Now lets find where those master tapes are so we could get a better mix and also the rest of this over two hour show.... :-)
@@TheCaveStudioFilms Nice of you to drop in.
Your right about the mixing needing closer attention.
Broadcast music (remember this was 1994 so details to this sorta thing would get less attention)… I would love to get the multi track mix on this I know it’s there … 😊
@@TheCaveStudioFilms indeed, the mixing is a bit disappointing, but the perfect music compensated that
Great band lineup. Frank would be delighted. Just love the fact I can still hear FZ's music in 2022. Thanks..
You're welcome. Thanks for watching!
This is the best old/new Zappa on a long time! Done with respect by good musicians. Enjoy!
Oh My Gawd .....this is awesome!! Thank You
a los 15 te descubrí con un sanwiches quemado...52 años después es de lo mejor que me pudo haber pasado en mi vida...FrancZ y la madres logran revertir mis bajones amolos...por siempre en mi
All the songs perfectelly jazzeus!!!!!!
jesus christ this is really good. I thought there was nothing new under the sun.
oh for fuck sake the cut!!
It’s old just new to the few that knew…… Glad it’s getting to the fans… checkout the rehearsal videos 😊👍🏻
What a Band
Excellent 👍
This is beautiful!
Glad you liked it.
"Pound For A Brown" is essential..
Long live Frank!
Wasn't there a follow-on band that spawned itself in the 1990's as well. I believe the group called themselves, *"Banned From Utopia."* - I could be wrong.
Ike can shred on guitar, imagine what he's picked up over the years just by osmosis from Frank, Andrian, Stevie, Dweezil etc.... He's got a unique sound, but I can hear glimpses of all the aforementioned.
Outfuckingstanding!
Glad you enjoyed it!
JAZZ is not dead nor it does'nt smell funny!
Ga eens naar de Zappanale in Bad Doberan en je weet niet wat je hoort en ziet !! Al 31 jaar lang !!
Ahahaha, someone slips up at 18:46 during Mother People. "We"
theres a lot of slips... Thank God not any falling.. :-) there was a lot of remembering stuff here so there wasn't any safety net no fix in the mix this shits pretty raw (lots of notes) we never got a chance to really get to live with this like being shot out of cannon... Thanks
@@TheCaveStudioFilms Oh wow, I didn't think someone from the band would actually reply to my comment! Sorry if I came off as a bit nitpicky or reductive - one lyrical slip-up doesn't negate how genuinely fucking impressive of a band/show this is.
@@_fesh all good Thanks for the like we had such a great time doing these shows.... 😊❤️👍🏻
@@TheCaveStudioFilms The song ''take your clothes off had an early instrumental recording but Frank never released the original lyrics which were''I'm so happy I could cry.''
Frank's father caught Frank with his high school sweetheart who lived across the road and he promptly told the girls father...They packed up overnight and were gone...
That is the Zappa we see....the brooding non comforming....but I have seen photos of his middle high years and he was the go to boy student the teachers reached for and if you scan pauline butcherbirds youtube account you willl see a handsome Frank standing in front of an art award....This is his love for doowop...it was a special time that was torn from his psyche...That's why he never released that version of the song...He buried it in his lifetime....He probably met back up with the girl but time had destroyed what was love.
Why does my promo cd has Chad Wackerman and Jay credited. .????
57:00
Son bestiales
what was the secret word fot that night!?
moggio!
Ike is assuming.
Ike is ripping on guitar
uugh what a terrible cut at the end °!°
Great performance, mix not so great.
48:37