A Breakdown Of Frank Zappa's "Andy" (feat. Simon Prentis)

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  • @TylerBartram
    @TylerBartram  18 годин тому +17

    Thanks so much for watching, and a special shoutout to Simon for his extraordinary contributions!
    What Zappa song would you like to see a video on next?

    • @tixximmi1
      @tixximmi1 17 годин тому +4

      Stucco Homes

    • @noebelzil9213
      @noebelzil9213 17 годин тому +6

      It would be a massive undertaking but I would love to see an analysis of The Adventures of Greggary Peccary, or maybe an analysis of just one or two sections from it

    • @tixximmi1
      @tixximmi1 17 годин тому +5

      @@noebelzil9213 I want to know who is making those huge brown clouds?

    • @critiqueoblique5820
      @critiqueoblique5820 16 годин тому +3

      Someone mentioned Greggary Peccary, which would be amazing but a massive undertaking - but it is also the track that gets a whole sode on his masterpiece album (Lather) - and I think doesn't get the recognition it deserves. Similarly, the title track "Lather" or Regyptian Strut, which I think has some of the best harmonies Zappa ever wrote. I'd love to know how that piece works.

    • @tixximmi1
      @tixximmi1 16 годин тому +1

      @@critiqueoblique5820 I can do it in two words - It's great! there

  • @brianlinse
    @brianlinse 7 годин тому +4

    I don't know what is crazier-that someone would make a two-hour video analyzing one Zappa composition or that I would watch it in one sitting.
    Amazing. Thank you. Still can't believe I never picked up on the Dupree's lick after all these years.

  • @user-wx2ek3uv1i
    @user-wx2ek3uv1i 11 годин тому +5

    We are so unbelievably back

  • @FonceFalooda2
    @FonceFalooda2 16 годин тому +7

    First, these Breakdowns are some of the greatest things EVER.
    Second, do "Oh no."
    Third, thank you SO much! :)

  • @joe_rockhead
    @joe_rockhead 16 годин тому +13

    Tyler's content is fantastic, and because he just posted this moments ago, I'm compelled to appeal to fellow subscribers and viewers to use his tip jar in the description above to show their appreciation.
    I don't know Tyler, but I'm sure the views and comments expressing appreciation are enough reward. Still, as a fellow video editor who understands what just THAT part of producing something like this represents in both time and effort, his work is mind-boggling. Not to mention the time spent researching, writing, interviewing, sound designing, media management and creating motion graphics. Then there's his musical talent, which enables him to parse and convey what we hear. Seriously, it's the least we can do.
    The capital that would be required to fund something like this is massive. The companies that make entertainment we routinely pay for without hesitation would NEVER consider creating content like this. We're fortunate one person is dedicated and talented enough to bring us his work. I hope you take my suggestion in the spirit it's intended and donate at least what you'd typically pay for two hours of quality entertainment. I'm sure Tyler finds this comment cringe-inducing, but I don't care. His work is incredible-the end.

    • @TylerBartram
      @TylerBartram  11 годин тому +3

      Not cringe-inducing at all, my friend. This is incredibly meaningful to me, especially since I considered taking this channel down for good and not doing stuff like this anymore (blah blah I won't bore anyone with the details but it's all good now). It's so rewarding that people enjoy this, and I'm, of course, so happy we can come together and enjoy Zappa's music in (hopefully) a unique way.
      I can't thank you enough for the support - seriously!

  • @noebelzil9213
    @noebelzil9213 19 годин тому +9

    Just in time for Zappa’s birthday!

  • @wietzejohanneskrikke1910
    @wietzejohanneskrikke1910 6 годин тому +1

    Well, the blind wasn't drawn on this analysis. You've left no stone unturned and showed us the sheer brilliance of Zappa's mind contained in this one song... And Frank made hundreds! Thank you so much for this deeply interesting and fun exploration of Andy. I always thought the song was about some random dude that left a trail of baffled and shocked victims behind. Oh, how wrong was I...

  • @JeremyAndersonBoise
    @JeremyAndersonBoise 19 годин тому +4

    Man, what a track. I started listening to FZ at the age of 11, 1986 and One Size Fits All was literally life changing. I recommend all musicians to learn this tune, it absolutely rips.

  • @pedrozappa
    @pedrozappa 6 годин тому +1

    You are our sofa! ARF! Thank you for this maestro.

  • @MattGoldstine
    @MattGoldstine 12 годин тому +4

    This is incredible! Your work is much appreciated.

  • @jimruel2121
    @jimruel2121 17 годин тому +2

    Thank you for this comprehensive break down…amazing. The more you dig into Frank, the more you realize his genius.

  • @TheCompleteJeff
    @TheCompleteJeff 19 годин тому +3

    Such a unique track from an already very unique artist!

  • @milesdavis69420
    @milesdavis69420 19 годин тому +4

    Christmas came early. Thank you! ❤

  • @flaredrake8058
    @flaredrake8058 3 години тому +1

    Much appreciated analysis! Glad you have returned to this format after a pause. Your work is very valuable.

  • @lilyeebo
    @lilyeebo 13 годин тому +2

    NEW ZAPPA ANALYSIS VIDEO LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO CHRISTMAS IS EARLY

  • @noahellis5250
    @noahellis5250 15 годин тому +2

    Congratulations Tyler on another enlightening and interersting FZ video-thanks so much for all the great content!

  • @SlippsStanking
    @SlippsStanking 11 годин тому +1

    Christmas came early! Andy is one of my favorite Zappa songs, I'm absolutely ecstatic that you dedicated 2 FULL HOURS to it!

  • @benjacari
    @benjacari 15 годин тому +2

    Omgggg he's back!!

  • @boudiccamarchestorome9475
    @boudiccamarchestorome9475 5 годин тому +1

    Great step-by-step musical guide leading us through modes and back: Thank you!

  • @direttoreprimopiano5224
    @direttoreprimopiano5224 17 годин тому +2

    wonderful job as always. Frank would be proud

  • @TheRudySchwartzProject
    @TheRudySchwartzProject 12 годин тому +2

    Great work, yet again.

  • @evantheeggplant6164
    @evantheeggplant6164 13 годин тому +1

    LESSS GOOOO I LOVE THESE VIDEOS I THOIYJT YOU WERE GONE

  • @eigenstatezero
    @eigenstatezero 16 годин тому +2

    Amazing!

  • @derekpavlic
    @derekpavlic 3 години тому +1

    Awesome video man, I learned a lot!
    I was thinking when you referenced Approximate that one of the rhythms in there is similar to the opening percussion lick.
    Great stuff

  • @ayychuchi
    @ayychuchi 6 годин тому +2

    this is great stuff, man, respect

  • @philcremer4709
    @philcremer4709 18 годин тому +2

    Thank you so much Tyler. I love these!!! Never stop the collection.

  • @jerryoutlaw3396
    @jerryoutlaw3396 19 годин тому +2

    Such an iconic song!! Thank you for this

  • @robotcalus
    @robotcalus 14 годин тому +1

    Looking forward to diving into this one, thanks as always Tyler!

  • @mikepowers5753
    @mikepowers5753 14 годин тому +1

    Thank you! Another gem.

  • @pangeaproxima3681
    @pangeaproxima3681 11 годин тому +2

    Tomorrow is genius Frank's birthday.

  • @csbamy027
    @csbamy027 19 годин тому +2

    Mint dude! Freaking mint!

  • @coleward4208
    @coleward4208 16 годин тому +1

    THE KING IS BACK

  • @SadieFelix
    @SadieFelix 18 годин тому +1

    Thank you so much for making this video! Very nice production values.

  • @davidallen3901
    @davidallen3901 12 годин тому +1

    Excellent!

  • @LiberMedia_Podcast
    @LiberMedia_Podcast 17 годин тому +1

    NEW VIDEOOOOO YEAAAAAH

  • @johntabacco
    @johntabacco Годину тому

    Excellent work (again) Tyler. Thank you. I remember reading in Nigey Lennon's book "Being Frank" how she thought "Andy" was about the end of her relationship with FZ. After working with Nigey, (producing her CD) she seemed to vehemently believe it. Could be some truth there - who knows? In any event, it's a wonderful piece of music and it has entertained me now for over 50 years! One Size Fits All (anagram for SOFA) indeed. I think an interesting tune to analyze would be "It Just Might Be A One Shot Deal" or "Regyptian Strut". Or if you wanna go nuts "Mo and Herb's Vacation". Ha!

  • @lepoisson
    @lepoisson 11 годин тому +2

    This is gonna take me four hours due to all my pausing and rewinding so I guess I have to double my tip.

  • @fzmisty7579
    @fzmisty7579 19 годин тому +1

    Thanks a lot! Great job)

  • @jlrp9929
    @jlrp9929 19 годин тому +1

    Amazing! thank you.!

  • @badtoguro
    @badtoguro 13 годин тому +1

    Hi Tyler, where that interview talking about zen came from? i wanna hear it seems interesting as zappa dont normaly comment about that so much, great video a pleasure to watch !

    • @TylerBartram
      @TylerBartram  12 годин тому +5

      That is actually from Simon's interview with Zappa, which he graciously shared with me. Maybe he will release the whole thing!

    • @badtoguro
      @badtoguro 9 годин тому +1

      @@TylerBartram oh i cant wait hahah thanks!

  • @Belas_Photography
    @Belas_Photography 10 годин тому +1

    Thanks, and just to remind everyone Dec 21st is Frank's birthday.

  • @steelingcable6350
    @steelingcable6350 2 години тому

    With out a doubt of Frank's most underrated and overlooked compositions. I never hear anyone talk about this one even when discussing One Size Fits All as a whole they just gloss over it. I never understood why, its great! Although I guess it never really stood a chance on the same disc of polyvinyl-carbonate as Inca Roads and Po-Jama People.

  • @tixximmi1
    @tixximmi1 18 годин тому +2

    You missed a tour. Jan '74 in Sacramento Zappa played Andy. No Jeff at that show. Frank, NMB, Duke, Ruth, 3 Fowlers - Tom Bruce and Walt, Chester and Ralph. I still have my ticket stub. The light show was great. Blues and Yellows on the band and Green lights coming straight down over the drummers during their distinctive drumming parts. I'll never forget that show. Didn't matter what I was smoking. (Sacramento Memorial Auditorium)

    • @TylerBartram
      @TylerBartram  12 годин тому +1

      Is that different from the show in Sacramento listed as 2/15/74? - fzpomd.net/giglist/1974.html.
      It is probably part of the first tour I listed!

    • @tixximmi1
      @tixximmi1 7 годин тому

      @@TylerBartram Maybe I saw that a few years ago. I don't remember it being delayed only because I knew 6 weeks later Yes was performing. Saw that one too. But there wasn't any Jeff Simmons. But it was a great show. They did Echidna's and many from Roxy and One Size.

  • @nazfrde
    @nazfrde 12 годин тому +1

    He does the quintuplets thing (up two, down three) on the "Guacamole Queen" bit in "Inca Roads".

  • @knottydm2448
    @knottydm2448 3 години тому +1

    Time to eat

  • @winstonschwarz1636
    @winstonschwarz1636 7 годин тому

    Andy is Pomp Prog!

  • @utahtuber
    @utahtuber 17 годин тому +3

    Andy is about Andy Devine. The main drag through Kingman AZ is Andy Devine Ave. which is also historic US Route 66. Anyone traveling the country back then knew Kingman as an outpost in the middle of nowhere. At the intersection of old route 66 with present day Interstate 40 is the old Lido Hotel mentioned in Willie the Pimp "Standin on the porch of the Lido Hotel, Floozies in the lobby love the way I sell.. Was the band possibly traveling Route 66 back in the day and came up with this song. I'd love to hear any corroboration.

  • @winstonschwarz1636
    @winstonschwarz1636 6 годин тому

    Todd Rundgren Something/Anything. Doesn't Frank call Ike Todd during The Blue Light on Tinseltown Rebellion? For all his hippie appearance Todd is in reality a six four passive aggressive hard man. He treats people badly and women worse allegedly. Surely the song has got to be about Todd the wunderkind!

  • @joshuajackasandwich3562
    @joshuajackasandwich3562 6 годин тому

    Thank You. I just don't like the lack of humanity in you and your production. I think everyone knows that the dissectors of humanity don't have any insight into it. I like what you like, but I don't like what you feed. Same as it ever was.