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  1. On This Day: June 9, 1983 – Frank Zappa Releases London Symphony Orchestra Vol 1

    On This Day: June 9, 1983 – Frank Zappa Releases London Symphony Orchestra Vol 1

    On this day June 9, 1983, Frank Zappa released his thirty eighth album, London Symphony Orchestra Vol 1. The project was an ambitious collaboration with the prestigious London Symphony Orchestra, featuring orchestrated versions of Zappa’s complex and challenging compositions. Unlike his earlier...
  2. On This Day: May 17, 1981 - Frank Zappa Released the Live Album Tinsel Town Rebellion

    On This Day: May 17, 1981 - Frank Zappa Released the Live Album Tinsel Town Rebellion

    On this day May 17, 1981, Frank Zappa released the live album Tinsel Town Rebellion, a bold and eclectic collection that combined concert recordings with studio overdubs. The album reached number 66 on the Billboard 200 and offered fans a wide sampling of Zappa’s satirical edge, technical...
  3. On This Day: May 16, 1988 - Frank Zappa Released the Live Album You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore Volume 1

    On This Day: May 16, 1988 - Frank Zappa Released the Live Album You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore Volume 1

    On this day May 16, 1988, Frank Zappa released You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore Volume 1, the first installment in a massive live archive series that showcased decades of performances from his eclectic and ever changing band lineups. This double album captured the bold, unpredictable energy of...
  4. On This Day: May 11, 1981 - Frank Zappa Releases Shut Up 'n' Play Yer Guitar

    On This Day: May 11, 1981 - Frank Zappa Releases Shut Up 'n' Play Yer Guitar

    On this day May 11, 1981, Frank Zappa released the live instrumental collection Shut Up 'n' Play Yer Guitar, a three part series that highlighted his virtuosic guitar work in raw, improvised performances. Originally sold by mail order before receiving a wider release, the album quickly became a...
  5. On This Day: April 26, 1988 – Frank Zappa Released Guitar

    On This Day: April 26, 1988 – Frank Zappa Released Guitar

    On this day April 26 1988, Frank Zappa released his live double album Guitar. The album followed in the footsteps of his earlier release Shut Up n Play Yer Guitar and focused entirely on live guitar solos recorded between 1979 and 1984. Guitar contained no traditional songs or lyrics. It was a...
  6. On This Day: March 28 1983 The Man From Utopia by Frank Zappa Was Released

    On This Day: March 28 1983 The Man From Utopia by Frank Zappa Was Released

    On this day March 28 1983 Frank Zappa released his thirty seventh album The Man From Utopia. Known for blending complex arrangements with biting satire and wild storytelling Zappa once again delivered a mix of live and studio material that pushed musical boundaries and defied genre labels. The...
  7. On This Day: March 28 1983 Baby Snakes Soundtrack by Frank Zappa Was Released

    On This Day: March 28 1983 Baby Snakes Soundtrack by Frank Zappa Was Released

    On this day March 28 1983 Frank Zappa released his thirty sixth album Baby Snakes the official soundtrack to his 1979 concert film of the same name. The album captured Zappa’s signature mix of experimental rock virtuoso musicianship and surreal humor all performed with his tight and energetic...
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    Frank Zappa Released Jazz from Hell - November 15, 1986

    On this day, November 15, 1986, Frank Zappa released his 47th album, Jazz from Hell. This entirely instrumental album, composed primarily with the Synclavier, showcased Zappa’s experimental side and went on to win a Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance. Jazz from Hell pushed the...
  9. Pete

    Frank Zappa Released You Can’t Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. 3 - November 13, 1989

    On this day, November 13, 1989, Frank Zappa released You Can’t Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. 3, the third installment in his extensive live album series. This volume features a mix of live performances spanning Zappa’s career, offering fans a blend of humor, experimental rock, and impressive...
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    On This Day Frank Zappa Released You Can’t Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. 2 - October 25, 1988

    On this day, October 25, 1988, Frank Zappa released You Can’t Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. 2, the second installment of his extensive live album series. This double album captured Zappa’s legendary live performances from his 1974 Helsinki concerts, showcasing his virtuosic musicianship and...
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    Frank Zappa Releases “Them or Us” October, 18, 1984

    On this day, October 18, 1984, Frank Zappa released his 40th album Them or Us. Known for his eclectic style and musical genius, Zappa blended rock, jazz, and experimental sounds to create yet another unique work. The album reached #53 in the UK charts and showcased his continued push against...
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