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The Gumbo Variations

Released on the 1970 LP Hot Rats, “The Gumbo Variations” is a studio jam session. A basic drum beat, a wobbling bass line, a simple melodic frame, and the stage was set for the three main soloists of the day. First, Ian Underwood delivers one of the best saxophone solos he recorded for Zappa: crossing…

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Captain Beefheart/Don Van Vliet

I’m doing a non-hypnotic music to break up the catatonic state Remembering one of the great American one-offs who died on this day. Here is a documentary about Don and last but no means least two recordings that best show off his salty voice. Willie the Pimp Muffin Man Captain BeefheartFrank ZappaMagic BandTrout Mask ReplicaVan…