Scott Parker welcomes back Joe ”Vaultmeister” Travers, and Zappacast producer Phil Surkis. Joe shares the real deal behind the recent Mothers 1970 box, and the imminent Halloween 1981 box. Deep cut: Joe shares about his ultimate FZ fanboy life as the drummer for The Zappa Band. 

For all things FZ, including the Halloween ‘81 box, visit The Official Frank Zappa website.

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ZappaCast is:

Created & Hosted by Scott Parker

Produced by Phil Surkis

Made in cooperation with The Zappa Trust

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As the US enters the most high stakes political season of modern times, ZappaCast takes a deep dive into Frank Zappa's political songs, as well as a listen to a few eerily prescient interviews. Host Scott Parker welcomes Ed Komara, and new ZappaCast producer, Phil Surkis, to the panel. So remember, register to vote, run for office, and listen to this podcast.

For all things FZ, visit The Official Frank Zappa website.
Keep the conversation going on Twitter and Instagram.

ZappaCast is:
Created & Hosted by Scott Parker
Produced by Phil Surkis
Made in cooperation with The Zappa Trust
Contact ZappaCast: [email protected]

DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER TO VOTE!

Well hiya! Here we have more fun and merriment -- more with our very own Mick Ekers, who chats with Scott and Ian about his must-have book ZAPPA GEAR! Splodgeness Abounds? Maybe, if we knew what that meant! In any case, get thee to a bookstore (if they're open!) or to your favorite online retailer and get your copy of ZAPPA GEAR right NOW!!!

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Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
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Happy 2020, ZappaCasters! In this episode, we are proud to make our very own MICK EKERS the star of the show as he talks about his long-awaited new book, ZAPPA GEAR! This authorized look at the guitars, amps, effects and other musical equipment is NOT TO BE MISSED! Grab yourself a copy NOW!!! Yet more hoopla abounds!!!

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The official Frank Zappa website

Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
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We're a little podcast with our hair gassed back! Yes folks, the ZappaCast returns with that grooviest of groovies, Vaultmeister Joe Travers, as he and Scott discuss THE HOT RATS SESSIONS, a massive 6-CD box set that has just been released! Get yours now! Over two hours of your questions answered and more! The is a big one folks, so come in and enjoy!

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Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
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Well well well, look what's back! Yes, yes, it's the ZAPPACAST! After a lengthy break, we are back with a VERY SPECIAL Halloween episode just for you! And once again, we are glad to feature as our guest the Vaultmeister JOE TRAVERS, in the first of a two-part discussion as he and Scott chat about the new album HALLOWEEN '73!! This features five discs of glorious 1973 goodness, brought to you by FZ and the beloved "Roxy lineup" of the Mothers. Go to Zappa.com now and try 'er out!!

The official Frank Zappa website

Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
Contact ZappaCast: [email protected]

Howdy once again, folks! This time around, the ZappaCast is serving up another SPECIAL TREAT -- Vaultmeister Joe Travers joins us to talk about the Hologram Tour (coming soon to a city near you!), the Deluxe reissue of Zappa In New York (SUDDENLY AVAILABLE!) and much, much more! Whatcha waitin' for? Dive in to the ZappaCast, kids!

The official Frank Zappa website

Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
Contact ZappaCast: [email protected]

The official Frank Zappa website

Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
Contact ZappaCast: [email protected]

The official Frank Zappa website

Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
Contact ZappaCast: [email protected]

The official Frank Zappa website

Host: Scott Parker
Produced by Scott Parker in cooperation with The Zappa Family Trust
Contact ZappaCast: [email protected]