About this episode

The episode features a discussion among drummers Joe and Bill, along with non-drummer Scott, about the evolution of drummers in Frank Zappa's music from the 60s to the 80s.

A LONG time in the making, this one! Join drummers Joe and Bill, and non-drummer Scott, as they discuss the drummers of FZ, from the 60s to the 80s! This is a highly informative and entertaining discussion, in which the strengths of each drummer get their deserved appreciation, allowing us to chart the development of the drum position in the music of Frank Zappa! This is part one of two!

People in this episode

Guests: Joe, Bill, Scott

Topics covered

• drummers
• Frank Zappa
• music history
• 1960s
• 1980s
• musical development

Keywords

• drummers
• Frank Zappa
• music
• 60s
• 80s
• discussion
• development

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