It's insane how Frank created all of this yet he doesn't steal the spotlight. Each member is spotlighted and contributes to the shows entirety. This is the best lineup in my opinion.
Def the best lineup, and each musician was so good he was happy to let them shine. Ruth is sublime yet in interviews she seems so humble. Probably my fav Zappa song, an unadulterated joy to listen to.
Suggest you check wikipedia about Ruth. Nice entry about going to see Frank when he was sick and playing for him again after such a long absence. She sounds like a really neat lady.....
Ruth is fantastic here, always was. ^-^ And yea, Frank fostered so many amazing musicians, it's made such a massive impact on so many different musical genres too. Especially when you consider how many of them went on to be huge inspirations themselves, and for such an uncountable number of musicians in a vast array of often incredibly different genres. I think a huge part of Franks genius, was his amazing ear, unhindered by popular culture and beliefs. I believe being unique came naturally for him because he looked past what was considered normal, and found his own truths. This is what has always inspired me most about him. Thank you Frank, the mark you left is manyfold.
Ruth is utterly amazing. She added essential parts to these tunes and deserves much recognition for her work with Frank. She clearly loved him, according to what she's said in interviews.
Her commitment to her craft and her belief in Frank's music made her the absolute untouchable legend she will be remembered for. It doesn't matter how many times I watch her perform, it's hard to believe it's possible for a person to do what she does.
I'm no music scholar or educated as such. But I know to a lot of people, this just sounds chaotic, unpredictable, switching melodies and all over the place. But I do know, for us Zappa fans, this is us..... this is a warm blanket to wrap our ears around... it makes sense to us. And we can listen to this 1000 times and it still has that excitement and richness we love.
" chaotic, unpredictable, switching melodies and all over the place"? Nope, it is amazing. But then I have a weird brain. "Jazz isn't dead, it just smells funny" - Frank Zappa. Smells great to me, Frank. Imagine playing this live and it sounds identical to the album. It shows the skill of the band and the genius of Zappa. Then look at the actual music notation (I have) and it blows your mind. Zappa was a true musical genius.
I was fortunate to be in the crowd this night at KCET studio in LA. Lost count of the times I saw Frank perform live, but this was the highlight for me. It was free admission because it was for TV, even got to talk to Ruth. These performances bring me to tears. -- Just another fan from LA
Hey I need to know, was it an absolute requirement to be there that you had to be quiet? Every time I watch this performance (which is alot) I'm baffled by how quiet the audience is, as a 28 year old that goes to concerts regularly.
Peter I’m 55. Been listening to his stuff since the early 80s. And yes, the older I get too, the more I appreciate his music And especially his long solos like this and Pink Napkins
@@toddb8851 It always reminds me of those classic Sega Arcade racing games that had the killer fusion OSTs lol. They DEF sourced inspiration from these dudes!
This my friends is true music mastery. Defined as total and complete command of the written notes as they are combined with trusted individual Improvisation. Frank understood how to get the most of his compositions out of his gifted musicians. The world is a less interesting place without Frank Zappa in it. And George Duke....
So well said. The world is a less interesting place without Frank. It’s like we got to live in the same time period as Mozart or Beethoven when it comes to Frank. Total musical and lyrical genius as well as one of the greatest bandleaders and discoverers of talent.
@David Wonder Fantastic album I agree. But Zappa is Zappa in my book. He was an amazing composer, and his lyrics was pure intelligent humor, he was a pure musical Genius like very few... I respect your opinion very much, and I love Jeff Beck... Take care and thank you for your feedback, it is always nice to hear a different side of a story.
This literally blew my mind. Just got into zappa, my first time seeing or hearing this left me in a psychological daze. What an insanely talented group of musicians. Mind blowing.
Same... I've never been a Zappa fan but saw some shit about him on Reddit and was like "Well, one chick I knew growing up had good taste and liked him a lot so he must be good, let me go check his shit out"... fast forward to me an hour later replaying this video over and over and just getting my mind literally blown. WTF is this song it's INSANE. It's literally perfect
You could say Zappa also helped inspire the punk movement a few years later, when young musicians realised they couldn't make complex music any better than this, so decided to return to extremely simple music instead!
When I was 12, ma and a girl played her dad Mother's of Invention records and drinking his liquor, next thing I know we are writing obsurdities in tequila and setting it on fire, in the snow. Beautiful day
George Duke's solo in this version of the song could be one of the best electric keyboard/synth solos ever. You can tell because Zappa looks over and smiles for once. RIP!
rallokkcaz in fact Frank liked it so much it’s on the album version. Franks solo on the album cut was taken from another live recording (Helsinki maybe?).
@@enneff Yep, Helsinki. And the rest of the Helsinki solo that isn't on OSFA is just as good, maybe even better. th-cam.com/video/dCq8ltUsIog/w-d-xo.html
@@rickwhear4016 7:53 I'm in luv with that lady, she is awesome. George Duke, Chester Thompson and that lady don't know her were FUCKIN BADD ASS. It's a dam shame people don't know or like this music, it's their lost. There I said it, had to get it off my chest.
I always end up emotionally overwhelmed at the unparalleled majesty of this band's musicianship. This is one of the greatest pieces of music ever composed, performed by LEGENDS. Art of this caliber gives us a reason to go on living.
@@llimeworkspress9785 In this particular case, these particular LEGENDS.............Frank Zappa with these five incredibly talented band members. The line-up exists of Frank Zappa-guitar, percussion, vocals; George Duke-keyboards, finger cymbals, tambourine, vocals; Napoleon Murphy Brock-sax, vocals; Ruth Underwood-percussion; Tom Fowler-bass; Chester Thompson-drums. ......But I highly suspect if someone has to tell you that, you don know what a legend is,...or for that matter, have even read the video description, .... nor Franks words included in there. To qualify them as legends, is the body of work far below the tip of this iceberg,...that has drifted through time itself, frozen into immortality. Those fucking LEGENDS..............
This wasn't your average garage band. The forces Frank joined fr his creations were the best at their crafts. I gained so much musical interest listening to them as solo artists afterward. Add in Jon Luc Ponty, Adrien Belew, Flo & Eddie, Don Pardo, Terry Bozzio, Steve Vai, Chad Wackerman, ever evolving.
Oh that is so sad. I did not know this until reading your comment. Bruce was a huge influence on my animation. Ray Harryhausen and Bruce Bickford, in my opinion are the 2 greatest stop motion / claymation artists of all time. RIP Bruce. I watched Baby Snakes over and over in awe of your animation skills...on acid it was a complete breakthrough.
+szymon mnymon evelyn the dog having undergone further modification ...pondered the significance of short version behavior ...impeded depressed pan traumatic resonance and other highly ambient domains .................arf he said
Peter G she lives in mojave in a winnebago his name is bobby he looks like a potato * now isn't that exactly how that song ended and segue in san berdino?
Percussion gets appreciated the least.... it's the sad fact, that comes with using the drums... (they are more spice, to enhance the rest; I still think they are very essential)
I was just thinking this same thought to myself, listening to all the separate parts. Keyboards and marimba kind of steal your attention but there is that beautiful groove going on, and yes Chester is killing it...that insane groove around 8min in.../respect
If you watched this, you’ve seen the impossible achieved. That piece is one demonically difficult interlude after the other and they made it look easy.
Truly one of FZ's greatest compositions. Not only is his solo jaw dropping but the band are scorching hot too. All that knotty odd time, crazy harmony and difficult vocals just shows how great these guys were. George just absolutely burns on this song. RIP.
Ruth is not only talented, she is fast. Transferring between the marimba and drums including muting. Also impressive stamina, she has a very physical job.
This is only one song they had to learn lol, they had a lot of songs to learn, and they had to be familiar enough to play them in different styles, tempos, and improvise over them
My favorite Zappa solo of all time. This whole version is utter perfection… You can hear every single note from every single instrument, every tone has its own little space. He built a complex framework and decorated it beautifully
This solo is literally perfection from chaos.. every note is so magical and fits so good with the chord changes in the back.. its like a character going through different points in their journey.. you can visualise the solo.. there are beginning excitement, mellow anxiety, suspense, upliftment, and finally such a sweet release eventually.. 3 mins of pure delicacy
Also this is a really really good mix, especially considering it was done live in 1974. Huge respect to the sound engineers involved for the live recording as well for mixing.
The more I listen,watch,learn, and open myself to this level of art and craftsmanship, the more sure I am that this is music done right. Most music compared to Zappa is completely predictable, even the really good stuff. But he manages to follow a structure while still surprising the listeners. Music is meant to take your soul places, and his music takes me somewhere I’ve never been in this life. Same with that claymation, it’s like acid, it just makes sense to a part of my mind I don’t even know. To me, Zappa should be held as a standard in the art and music world. To those that hear it, cheers! And to those that don’t, I hope someday you get the pleasure.
th-cam.com/users/MelbSkaOrchestra They don't apparently have a composer, as ye,t like Zappa (once in a century, maybe) but they are really tight. Almost as tight as the now disbanded Orange County Supertones. E.g., th-cam.com/video/WEjDHime_d0/w-d-xo.html
@@nakymawlot Bungle are great but only have 3 albums, and Devin is not in the same league than Zappa, he is great i love Addicted, and City from Straping Young Lad, but is not the same. I think that if Mr Bungle have 10 or 20 albums could be near to the Zappa legacy but is not the case... Thank You Scientist are amazing too and have a big Zappa influence.
Ruth Underwood a master percussionist of talents rarely seen on a stage. Obviously Zappa had a special talent on recruiting musicians for his projects.What line up!! That is the best of the best.God bless Zappa and his guys.I'm really grateful to them all
The thing about Frank and the early Mothers, is back in the mid-sixties they gave us (teenagers) a whole different way of looking at the world. Today, some 50 yrs later, I say thank you.
Wow, I'm speechless... I just can say... Incredible. I'm 21 years and I've never listened to something like this before. Psychedelic rock, Jazz and a lot of another musical genres, all in one!!!
@@davidreinhard6037 I don't believe it is. Just because you don't listen to the typical genres of your age group doesn't get you a round of applause. Everyone tries so hard to be unique and in turn all end up looking the same
This track is so intellectually stimulating and relaxing at the same time. Love it. Everyone on this band is just brilliant. On this track Ruth Underwood is absolute star
Love seeing George Duke in his prime, working his craft like it’s the easiest thing in the world. This is my favorite incarnation of Zappa’s band and everyone on stage here is amazing!
You think this was George Duke in his prime? His Live in Tokyo concert in 1983 - on here - takes some beating. Those tracks are ear worms I don't want to let go of.
Frank Zappa was not very popular in the US at first. Obviously, Europe, which is the most experimental region in the world, welcomed him with open arms. But over the years, America began to realize who it had in its ranks, and he was established as the king of experimentation in the US. A huge number of albums and projects, humour and talent to spare.
Never got to see Frank. I've seen Dweezil a few times and I see where he's so much like his dad. Not staying the spotlight but letting everyone else shine their light. Band is so tight.
Without a doubt, the most fantastic musical ensemble I have ever heard, To me, "Inca Roads" is quite possibly Frank Zappa's greatest musical creation. Expands my mind, and lifts my spirits every single time I listen to it. Thank you, Frank, and R.I.P. ........
The complexity of this song is astounding...and to think they all fucking nailed it...all...Such a great band and great composer ...hundreds of years ahead of its time.
I keep coming back to this one. I bought One Size as a high school kid when it first came out, and was so enthralled with the talent. Today would've been Frank's 83rd birthday. I bet he'd have lots to say.
Yes, I love Chester's sound here. Elegant, precise, leaves a lot of room. I like his groove, it's soulful. I was disappointed when he was replaced in Weather Report by Alex Acuna.
any musician worthy of their talent would give their eye teeth to play in a band like this, there is no set progression you go with the flow you need to know your stuff talk about challenging but absolutely rewarding to anyone lucky enough to get in on this
I always forget that my guy was a pretty decent vocalist. Had that Lonnnie Liston Expansions vibe to his vocal. Far too few people have that tone now. Opting instead for vocal pryotchnics.
I saw this band (on tour) four months before this was filmed. It was a mind blowing experience; I still remember (vividly) parts of the concert 48 years later. So glad to have this documentation.
I'm sure every musician would be in heaven on stage with a band like this!! Their faces tell it all, they know they are making something very special and loving it all the way...
Wow, a friend referred me, am 71 years old, never heard a band so tight , polished and brilliant as you, I am so impressed and grateful to get to listen to you, thank you, be blessed:)))
His best band and an amazing composition as usual. Imagine being in a wheelchair for a year--and producing the entire Lather triple album--and a year later you're doing this.
I have just met Napoleon Murphy Brock, in Hamburg. Such a warmhearted, wonderful, talented, cool Dude. Thanks, Napy, for still being around and keeping the good vibes and wonderful music up.
This is probably the best song I have ever heard, played on one of the best shows ever played in the history of music!!! When someone asks me what's my favourite musical style, I answer: Frank Zappa!!! They are all there mixed together in such a perfect way... Zappa's way.
Best album ever! I still feel my ears sliding immediately into . . . "She lives in Mojave in a Winnebago" at the end of this . . . . what phenomenal album! What a GENIUS! Whenever I hum these songs in my head I start laughing (booger bear) :: )
In my mind,this is one of the best songs Zappa made.But there was so many.This one just hit my limbic system every time.I just miss the original guitar solo.So lyrical.
@@jstoli996c4s it’s not only how often you play. It’s what you play. The virtuoso relentlessly gives incredibly difficult things to learn. Often their creativity lets them have an infinite pool of these challenges. Seldom do they ever default to something they don’t need to think about, unless that is the goal they’re going for at that moment.
@@jstoli996c4s it’s not only how often you play. It’s what you play. The virtuoso relentlessly gives themselves incredibly difficult things to learn. Often their creativity lets them have an infinite pool of these challenges. Seldom do they ever default to something they don’t need to think about, unless that is the goal they’re going for at that moment.
This solo is literally perfection from chaos.. every note is so magical and fits so good with the chord changes in the back.. its like a character going through different points in their journey.. you can visualise the solo.. there are beginning excitement, mellow anxiety, suspense, upliftment, and finally such a sweet release eventually.. 3 mins of pure delicacy
Now I am 60. I was 14 when this track was performed. I only know today how creative and timeless this exception guitar player was. How did he find the rest of this wonderful band. A great pleasure for all listeners even after all these years. Thanks to this Frank of being our Zappa!
And three of the recorded guitar solos from other performances of Inca Roads were the basis of the "Shut Up 'n' Play Yer Guitar" pieces on the albums of that name. Different all and awesome all, set to new percussion and accompaniment by Zappa. If anyone is interested, look up "xenochrony".
I meet Frank Zappa and all the Mothers of Invention back in 1973 at Kent State Auditorium. Frank Zappa was generous enough to play the entire concert for 2 hours with the whole light show for four lucky students . I was one of those lucky students. I was standing close enough to the stage that I could see Frank's Zappa guitar strings vibrating. One Saturday afternoon while they were rehearsing for the concert later that night at 9:00 . I will never forget that Saturday afternoon. This song is from the book...The Chariots of the Gods. The story of flying saucers and UFOs, landing at the Andies mountain range. Oh, by the way, Frank and the Mothers never played this concert that night. Frank Zappa got sick of the unappreciative audience response and just left at 2 clock in the morning. How 😎 is that!
I have never heard anything like this. The virtuosity , the radical tempos and the insane video made with clay figures. Its so off the charts its breathtaking. The musicians are out of this world good. Amazing.
What a trip, absolutely amazing, I take my hat off to Frank Zappa and his fantastic musicians, was allowed to see him live three times Thank you very much for that, what a great legend.
Dear sound engineers, its noticed and much appreciated .
Seriously so good that this is the version on One Size Fits All
Moving to Helsinki sooon
The band is incredibly tight. The timing is superb.
Have a migraine 🌈🌈🌈🔥🌈🌈
Sick job
It's insane how Frank created all of this yet he doesn't steal the spotlight. Each member is spotlighted and contributes to the shows entirety. This is the best lineup in my opinion.
Best lineup, so says George Duke himself
This is what happens when you check your ego at the door. So much talent on one stage.
Absolutely the best lineup, and Frank has had a lot of good ones.
@@johnharvey4496 Tom Fowler said of this lineup "man, we could do anything".
Def the best lineup, and each musician was so good he was happy to let them shine. Ruth is sublime yet in interviews she seems so humble. Probably my fav Zappa song, an unadulterated joy to listen to.
This performance is 47 years old today. What a masterpiece.
True. We are blessed to even know about it.
Fan freedom last another 47 years? or was this the pinnacle.
@@BigWesLawns it'll definitely last. in fact I believe it may increase.
I'm going to see Joe Satriani soon, and I'm sure I will be constantly reminded of Zappa through the show. He was so inspirational and formative.
Absolutely
No one has mentioned G Duke singing that very difficult vocal melody
Bc they don’t comprehend the difficulty level.. I do and it’s mind blowing
No one has mentioned George Duke's victorian shirt sleeves.
George Duke did some brilliant vocals with Zappa not to mention his keyboard playing
Singing....while playing!
G Duke singing that very difficult vocal melody. XXX ♥
Ruth Underwood is amazing. Actually everyone in this band is amazing.
John Doe 0:04 Mute playing.
But Underwood... She is so amazing.... :O
Suggest you check wikipedia about Ruth. Nice entry about going to see Frank when he was sick and playing for him again after such a long absence. She sounds like a really neat lady.....
John Doe The Mothers are an extremely talented group
Ruth is fantastic here, always was. ^-^
And yea, Frank fostered so many amazing musicians, it's made such a massive impact on so many different musical genres too. Especially when you consider how many of them went on to be huge inspirations themselves, and for such an uncountable number of musicians in a vast array of often incredibly different genres.
I think a huge part of Franks genius, was his amazing ear, unhindered by popular culture and beliefs. I believe being unique came naturally for him because he looked past what was considered normal, and found his own truths. This is what has always inspired me most about him.
Thank you Frank, the mark you left is manyfold.
Ruth is utterly amazing. She added essential parts to these tunes and deserves much recognition for her work with Frank. She clearly loved him, according to what she's said in interviews.
Such a huge part of his sound, and she's so precise!
I wonder where Ruth Is ? ..." Nick Danger "
@@jollyjoker888
"…Third Eye"
Her commitment to her craft and her belief in Frank's music made her the absolute untouchable legend she will be remembered for. It doesn't matter how many times I watch her perform, it's hard to believe it's possible for a person to do what she does.
She intimidated Frank!
RIP George Duke...Thanks you for all those years of wonderful music.
Eagle Rock Y mas participando en esta maravillosa formacion de The Mothers Of Invention
That was my fathers best friend, I sure miss Frank too
Fabulous with keyboard!
I miss George Duke too. Great musician
guardian of the light is the most underrated album ever
I'm no music scholar or educated as such. But I know to a lot of people, this just sounds chaotic, unpredictable, switching melodies and all over the place. But I do know, for us Zappa fans, this is us..... this is a warm blanket to wrap our ears around... it makes sense to us. And we can listen to this 1000 times and it still has that excitement and richness we love.
I speak for the Scholar Community when I say Zappa is good.
Me Thinkest Thee Speaketh with Truth `& Wisdom!!
" chaotic, unpredictable, switching melodies and all over the place"? Nope, it is amazing. But then I have a weird brain. "Jazz isn't dead, it just smells funny" - Frank Zappa. Smells great to me, Frank.
Imagine playing this live and it sounds identical to the album. It shows the skill of the band and the genius of Zappa. Then look at the actual music notation (I have) and it blows your mind. Zappa was a true musical genius.
@@Unborn-Lives-Matter Zappa reminds me so much of Sun Ra and Herbie Hancock. So much funk, soul and free jazz.
Zappa was an ugly clown
I was fortunate to be in the crowd this night at KCET studio in LA. Lost count of the times I saw Frank perform live, but this was the highlight for me. It was free admission because it was for TV, even got to talk to Ruth. These performances bring me to tears. -- Just another fan from LA
Ruth is amazing, as are everybody in this one
Hey I need to know, was it an absolute requirement to be there that you had to be quiet? Every time I watch this performance (which is alot) I'm baffled by how quiet the audience is, as a 28 year old that goes to concerts regularly.
I am insanely jealous. Especially as you got to talk to Ruth, OMG
Lucky Joe
@@PivotDirector it's because they are listening.
The older I get the more I appreciate his music.
Proof he was ahead of his time!
And him as a man.
Peter
I’m 55. Been listening to his stuff since the early 80s.
And yes, the older I get too, the more I appreciate his music
And especially his long solos like this and Pink Napkins
YES
idem
This is one of the greatest live musical performances of all time.
Every time. Saw Zappa three times, once on Blotter. The most amazing virtuosity...I'm a drummer, so I just appreciated what I could, lol.
yes ....Yes .... YES .... YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS ....................
No shit man
Spend half the video with your jaw dropped, tough to argue.
@Mr.Orange
And only 2,7 Million people worldwide know it.
Duke's solo at 7:28 is still one of my favorite pieces ever. Perfect fusion.
Like rapture!!!
I love his voice it’s got something to it that nobody else has
@@toddb8851 It always reminds me of those classic Sega Arcade racing games that had the killer fusion OSTs lol. They DEF sourced inspiration from these dudes!
Out Run
@@greybushgames1 nice pfp
This my friends is true music mastery. Defined as total and complete command of the written notes as they are combined with trusted individual Improvisation. Frank understood how to get the most of his compositions out of his gifted musicians. The world is a less interesting place without Frank Zappa in it. And George Duke....
I miss Frank a lot.
@@tycumbie788 me too. still.
Da sam monoteist,rekel bi da je Zappa Bog!!!
I concur, what a genius!
So well said. The world is a less interesting place without Frank. It’s like we got to live in the same time period as Mozart or Beethoven when it comes to Frank. Total musical and lyrical genius as well as one of the greatest bandleaders and discoverers of talent.
At one point all of this was in Frank Zappa's brain!
He was a true Genius.
The Nikola Tesla of modern music.
Haha, always thought they must be related.
@@savagebushranger7953 mustaches are the main connector
@@xowurb
Yes they are.... ahahahah.
But look closely at Frank Zappa's eyes and they way he looks at things, is the same look as Nikola has...
@@savagebushranger7953
Absolutely right...
@David Wonder
Fantastic album I agree.
But Zappa is Zappa in my book.
He was an amazing composer, and his lyrics was pure intelligent humor, he was a pure musical Genius like very few...
I respect your opinion very much, and I love Jeff Beck...
Take care and thank you for your feedback, it is always nice to hear a different side of a story.
This literally blew my mind. Just got into zappa, my first time seeing or hearing this left me in a psychological daze. What an insanely talented group of musicians. Mind blowing.
Same... I've never been a Zappa fan but saw some shit about him on Reddit and was like "Well, one chick I knew growing up had good taste and liked him a lot so he must be good, let me go check his shit out"... fast forward to me an hour later replaying this video over and over and just getting my mind literally blown. WTF is this song it's INSANE. It's literally perfect
Welcome!
You could say Zappa also helped inspire the punk movement a few years later, when young musicians realised they couldn't make complex music any better than this, so decided to return to extremely simple music instead!
When I was 12, ma and a girl played her dad Mother's of Invention records and drinking his liquor, next thing I know we are writing obsurdities in tequila and setting it on fire, in the snow. Beautiful day
Saw him a few times bitd. Hartford, CT, Zurich, Switzerland.better then you know what…
George Duke's solo in this version of the song could be one of the best electric keyboard/synth solos ever. You can tell because Zappa looks over and smiles for once. RIP!
rallokkcaz in fact Frank liked it so much it’s on the album version. Franks solo on the album cut was taken from another live recording (Helsinki maybe?).
@@enneff Yep, Helsinki. And the rest of the Helsinki solo that isn't on OSFA is just as good, maybe even better. th-cam.com/video/dCq8ltUsIog/w-d-xo.html
and George's voice !
not to mention his vocals
@@rickwhear4016 7:53 I'm in luv with that lady, she is awesome. George Duke, Chester Thompson and that lady don't know her were FUCKIN BADD ASS. It's a dam shame people don't know or like this music, it's their lost. There I said it, had to get it off my chest.
I always end up emotionally overwhelmed at the unparalleled majesty of this band's musicianship. This is one of the greatest pieces of music ever composed, performed by LEGENDS. Art of this caliber gives us a reason to go on living.
very well said.
Mr Zappa changed my life for the best when I was 18. And Inca Roads will always be in my top 10 Zappa compositions
I know exactly how you feel. Frank was magestic, speacilly with this band formation.
I end up with a tear in my eye, lol. 64. Been following Zappa since 1964,
Who the fuck is LEGENDS?
@@llimeworkspress9785
In this particular case, these particular LEGENDS.............Frank Zappa with these five incredibly talented band members.
The line-up exists of Frank Zappa-guitar, percussion, vocals;
George Duke-keyboards, finger cymbals, tambourine, vocals;
Napoleon Murphy Brock-sax, vocals;
Ruth Underwood-percussion;
Tom Fowler-bass;
Chester Thompson-drums.
......But I highly suspect if someone has to tell you that, you don know what a legend is,...or for that matter, have even read the video description,
.... nor Franks words included in there.
To qualify them as legends, is the body of work far below the tip of this iceberg,...that has drifted through time itself, frozen into immortality.
Those fucking LEGENDS..............
I've never really listened to Zappa until now. The talent of these musicians is through the roof.
This wasn't your average garage band. The forces Frank joined fr his creations were the best at their crafts. I gained so much musical interest listening to them as solo artists afterward. Add in Jon Luc Ponty, Adrien Belew, Flo & Eddie, Don Pardo, Terry Bozzio, Steve Vai, Chad Wackerman, ever evolving.
That percussion run she does at the end is really one of the best moments in all of music.
I had to keep rewinding!
agreed
"That's Ruth!"
Holy hell Ruth Underwood is a monster talent
She's the Zappalita revolutionary behind the phenom.
@@robertalbiston7822 Well put. What a vituoso.
Very underrated musician, great percussionst and the way she plays the marimba is absolutely great. That woody sound defines the entire melody
all of them are!
yes phrasing is smooth and musical transports the song
What 47 years later and its still mind blowing! Ruth Underwood sheer magic.
RIP legendary animator Bruce Bickford (February 11, 1947 - April 28, 2019)
Thats sad to hear I was just showing my son this video & trying to remember his name, didn't he do the claymation for city of tiny lights video too?
junglie
Get the Baby Snakes CD for the whole thing....
Ya, you take any 10 seconds of that animation and thats the coolest thing ever done with clay.
Oh that is so sad. I did not know this until reading your comment. Bruce was a huge influence on my animation. Ray Harryhausen and Bruce Bickford, in my opinion are the 2 greatest stop motion / claymation artists of all time. RIP Bruce. I watched Baby Snakes over and over in awe of your animation skills...on acid it was a complete breakthrough.
Thats Wusup giving props to the animator. I would love to buy u a beer your my type of real nigga
I love Frank shamelessly. Simply love him and am eternally greaful for all the music.
I feel the same brother!! even with the guitar solo
I agree
+szymon mnymon but of course dude. zappa at his peak but was there ever a time he was not?
+szymon mnymon evelyn the dog having undergone further modification ...pondered the significance of short version behavior ...impeded depressed pan traumatic resonance and other highly ambient domains .................arf he said
Peter G she lives in mojave in a winnebago
his name is bobby he looks like a potato
* now isn't that exactly how that song ended and segue in san berdino?
I just scanned the comments and nobody has mentioned Chester Thompson?😢 What gives? The man is killing it on the drums! ❤
i thought it might be chester but i wasnt sure thanks for clarifying
Percussion gets appreciated the least.... it's the sad fact, that comes with using the drums... (they are more spice, to enhance the rest; I still think they are very essential)
@@theinzion Phil Collins certainly appreciated him.
Yes, he is! Incredible drummer!
I was just thinking this same thought to myself, listening to all the separate parts. Keyboards and marimba kind of steal your attention but there is that beautiful groove going on, and yes Chester is killing it...that insane groove around 8min in.../respect
If you watched this, you’ve seen the impossible achieved. That piece is one demonically difficult interlude after the other and they made it look easy.
didn't watch it, been listening from the beginning
Zappa's guitar work is MASTERCLASS
Certain riffs remniscent of Quicksilver Messenger Service guitar licks.
Good God, the hours of individual practice and rehearsal that went in....absolutely masterful....
The clay animation and Frank's guitar solo (02:07) melting into one is pure wizardry. I am lost for words.
Bruce Bickford is a genius. Theres a reason Frank was so enamoured with his work that he produced multiple fillms of Bickfords work
Truly one of FZ's greatest compositions. Not only is his solo jaw dropping but the band are scorching hot too. All that knotty odd time, crazy harmony and difficult vocals just shows how great these guys were. George just absolutely burns on this song. RIP.
like all zappa comps. master in all ways with his music.
I like the recorded solo better tbh but this one was nothing short of great!
Reckon they used a click onstage? 🙄
No, children. They just PLAYED that shit.
Zappa was filth
I love Bickford's animation, but I'd also like to see Frank playing that solo. Hopefully it exists and will see the light of day at some point.
Ruth is not only talented, she is fast. Transferring between the marimba and drums including muting. Also impressive stamina, she has a very physical job.
Absolutely accurate.
How the hell they every memorized the whole thing is the true question.
Englehard Dinglefester rehersal 🙄
This is only one song they had to learn lol, they had a lot of songs to learn, and they had to be familiar enough to play them in different styles, tempos, and improvise over them
Repetition. hours of practice.
Hours and hours and hours pf practice!
Constant 5 hour day rehearsing. getting good on your chosen instrument!
My favorite Zappa solo of all time. This whole version is utter perfection… You can hear every single note from every single instrument, every tone has its own little space. He built a complex framework and decorated it beautifully
This solo is literally perfection from chaos.. every note is so magical and fits so good with the chord changes in the back.. its like a character going through different points in their journey.. you can visualise the solo.. there are beginning excitement, mellow anxiety, suspense, upliftment, and finally such a sweet release eventually.. 3 mins of pure delicacy
Also this is a really really good mix, especially considering it was done live in 1974. Huge respect to the sound engineers involved for the live recording as well for mixing.
The more I listen,watch,learn, and open myself to this level of art and craftsmanship, the more sure I am that this is music done right. Most music compared to Zappa is completely predictable, even the really good stuff. But he manages to follow a structure while still surprising the listeners. Music is meant to take your soul places, and his music takes me somewhere I’ve never been in this life. Same with that claymation, it’s like acid, it just makes sense to a part of my mind I don’t even know. To me, Zappa should be held as a standard in the art and music world. To those that hear it, cheers! And to those that don’t, I hope someday you get the pleasure.
Well said 👏
Happened for me, hearing Montana 30 years after first dismissing it and being pulled in, still bewildered but this time unafraid
Everyone on point - good luck finding a band like this ever again
th-cam.com/users/MelbSkaOrchestra They don't apparently have a composer, as ye,t like Zappa (once in a century, maybe) but they are really tight. Almost as tight as the now disbanded Orange County Supertones. E.g., th-cam.com/video/WEjDHime_d0/w-d-xo.html
GENESIS
Dweezil may not be as great as his dad, but he definitely does the music justice.
Mr bungle mike patton
And
Devin townsend
You will find many more if u search deep enough
@@nakymawlot Bungle are great but only have 3 albums, and Devin is not in the same league than Zappa, he is great i love Addicted, and City from Straping Young Lad, but is not the same. I think that if Mr Bungle have 10 or 20 albums could be near to the Zappa legacy but is not the case... Thank You Scientist are amazing too and have a big Zappa influence.
Ruth Underwood a master percussionist of talents rarely seen on a stage. Obviously Zappa had a special talent on recruiting musicians for his projects.What line up!! That is the best of the best.God bless Zappa and his guys.I'm really grateful to them all
The thing about Frank and the early Mothers, is back in the mid-sixties they gave us (teenagers) a whole different way of looking at the world. Today, some 50 yrs later, I say thank you.
yes but it makes you enigma to other people, especially authority freaks
Ain't this the truth. Zappa and Kurt Vonnegut both contributed to the perversion of my normalcy.....
Once again, RUTH UNDERWOOD!!!
En Ruth, love the vibes!
Every single musician in this band is on level ultra insane. And FZ was the freakin mastermind of them all.
Wow, I'm speechless... I just can say... Incredible. I'm 21 years and I've never listened to something like this before. Psychedelic rock, Jazz and a lot of another musical genres, all in one!!!
Another 21 year old here having the exact same experience here.
Your age is irrelevant, just enjoy the music.
it's a little bit relevant considering the music most people in our age listen to.
@@davidreinhard6037 I don't believe it is. Just because you don't listen to the typical genres of your age group doesn't get you a round of applause. Everyone tries so hard to be unique and in turn all end up looking the same
It is refreshing to hear of young musicians picking up on Frank's music - it proves that great music is timeless. Arturo, David - welcome to the fold!
This track is so intellectually stimulating and relaxing at the same time. Love it. Everyone on this band is just brilliant. On this track Ruth Underwood is absolute star
Musical mastery composed by the maestro himself and played to perfection by these talented musos.
The space between the notes, the story Frank tells with his guitar, the perfect band that supports it... this is musical heaven
Love seeing George Duke in his prime, working his craft like it’s the easiest thing in the world.
This is my favorite incarnation of Zappa’s band and everyone on stage here is amazing!
Agree. I've heard all eras of Frank's music, this period is the best, imho.
You think this was George Duke in his prime? His Live in Tokyo concert in 1983 - on here - takes some beating. Those tracks are ear worms I don't want to let go of.
@@andrewhinds6560 I do think that, but his later stuff is excellent too. Just a great artist all around.
Frank Zappa was not very popular in the US at first. Obviously, Europe, which is the most experimental region in the world, welcomed him with open arms. But over the years, America began to realize who it had in its ranks, and he was established as the king of experimentation in the US. A huge number of albums and projects, humour and talent to spare.
8:51 - Ruth Underwood is a superhero.
That run of hers at 9:32 is AMAZING!
Sensory overload. What with a band which must be one of the best ever assembled and the trippy plasticine art. Wow.
Never got to see Frank. I've seen Dweezil a few times and I see where he's so much like his dad. Not staying the spotlight but letting everyone else shine their light. Band is so tight.
Without a doubt, the most fantastic musical ensemble I have ever heard, To me, "Inca Roads" is quite possibly Frank Zappa's greatest musical creation. Expands my mind, and lifts my spirits every single time I listen to it. Thank you, Frank, and R.I.P. ........
The finest composer of the twentieth century leads his finest band in possibly their greatest tour de force. Stunning.
Frank's still playing all the guitar, and maybe his greatest band ever. Awesome so glad this was filmed
Zappa saw music in a completely different realm...
One of the best progressive rock song of all times, one of the best guitar solos in musical history
The complexity of this song is astounding...and to think they all fucking nailed it...all...Such a great band and great composer ...hundreds of years ahead of its time.
George Duke, Ruth Underwood, and Napoleon Murphy Brock steal the show
I keep coming back to this one. I bought One Size as a high school kid when it first came out, and was so enthralled with the talent. Today would've been Frank's 83rd birthday. I bet he'd have lots to say.
One of the best drums sounds I’ve ever heard on a live recording. Amazing
Yes, I love Chester's sound here. Elegant, precise, leaves a lot of room. I like his groove, it's soulful. I was disappointed when he was replaced in Weather Report by Alex Acuna.
This is not only absolutely insanely good, it's also stunningly beautiful. Napoleon and George are incredible singers. Love this to bits and pieces.
I think people are still not ready for this...this is so ahead of its time. Such geniality condensed in a 10 min video.
any musician worthy of their talent would give their eye teeth to play in a band like this, there is no set progression you go with the flow you need to know your stuff talk about challenging but absolutely rewarding to anyone lucky enough to get in on this
I can't get over George Duke's vocals at the beginning of this song . My God!
I always forget that my guy was a pretty decent vocalist. Had that Lonnnie Liston Expansions vibe to his vocal. Far too few people have that tone now. Opting instead for vocal pryotchnics.
Loved Zappa since my early 20's.....but now in my early 50's i appreciate it so much more,man,what a legend he was!!!!
Personnel[edit]
Frank Zappa - guitar, backing vocals
George Duke - lead vocals, keyboards, synthesizer
Napoleon Murphy Brock - flute, tenor saxophone, backing vocals
Tom Fowler - bass
Chester Thompson - drums
Ruth Underwood - vibes, marimba, percussion
I saw this band (on tour) four months before this was filmed. It was a mind blowing experience; I still remember (vividly) parts of the concert 48 years later. So glad to have this documentation.
I'm sure every musician would be in heaven on stage with a band like this!!
Their faces tell it all, they know they are making something very special and loving it all the way...
Music I grew up to, man was I lucky. 🙏
This is the best recording of this song and I will die on that hill.
Absolutely
It is the "studio recording" without the Helsinki solo which is pretty tasty too...
The definition of eargasm.
This song is an absolute masterpiece and one of the best jams I've ever heard in my life so far.
Nothing compares to you F.Z. you're the best. R.I.P.
Wow, a friend referred me, am 71 years old, never heard a band so tight , polished and brilliant as you, I am so impressed and grateful to get to listen to you, thank you, be blessed:)))
His best band and an amazing composition as usual. Imagine being in a wheelchair for a year--and producing the entire Lather triple album--and a year later you're doing this.
Frank was loving george's keyboard solo. Big ol smiles
A masterclass of musical talent, arrangement, and for sure , animation.
I have just met Napoleon Murphy Brock, in Hamburg. Such a warmhearted, wonderful, talented, cool Dude. Thanks, Napy, for still being around and keeping the good vibes and wonderful music up.
All of them, masters. I'm so glad I was around to catch some live shows.
Very envious (in a good way)
One of the truly GREAT guitar solos by Frank. Personal favourite of mine. Blues soulful feel to it. Noodling at its very best. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This NEVER gets old.
This has evolved further and further up my list of favorite zappa songs. These days its just my favorite SONG.
2:04 always gives me chills. What a total break from a whirlwind clashing styles of music. God. I cant wait to see Dweezil after covid is done.
Yes,and yes
Rays of sun breaking through the clouds after a storm
Incredible music and musicians...RIP Tom Fowler!
This is probably the best song I have ever heard, played on one of the best shows ever played in the history of music!!! When someone asks me what's my favourite musical style, I answer: Frank Zappa!!! They are all there mixed together in such a perfect way... Zappa's way.
Jazz-fusion. Basically Jazz music fused with cartoon like imagery...and I mean imagery in a musical way.
Best album ever! I still feel my ears sliding immediately into . . . "She lives in Mojave in a Winnebago" at the end of this . . . . what phenomenal album! What a GENIUS! Whenever I hum these songs in my head I start laughing (booger bear) :: )
This is my favourite song in the world too, and it makes me cry it’s so good.
In my mind,this is one of the best songs Zappa made.But there was so many.This one just hit my limbic system every time.I just miss the original guitar solo.So lyrical.
This IS the original guitar solo. Zappa replaced it with the solo from Helsinki concert for the album.
When you practice your instrument 8 hours per day, every day for a few years, you might be able to play one or two bars of this
Virtuosos are in a league of their own.
@@jstoli996c4s it’s not only how often you play. It’s what you play. The virtuoso relentlessly gives incredibly difficult things to learn. Often their creativity lets them have an infinite pool of these challenges. Seldom do they ever default to something they don’t need to think about, unless that is the goal they’re going for at that moment.
@@jstoli996c4s it’s not only how often you play. It’s what you play. The virtuoso relentlessly gives themselves incredibly difficult things to learn. Often their creativity lets them have an infinite pool of these challenges. Seldom do they ever default to something they don’t need to think about, unless that is the goal they’re going for at that moment.
HAHAHAHAH lol
This guy IS what I call a crazy diamond.
Never miss Dweezil when he comes to Seattle.
Shine on
Excadrill 57 :-)) yes exactly!
Zappa is one of the sanest people to have ever lived.
Chew.
One of the most sublime compositions ever! Have been listening to it for 40 years, and it hasn't lost any of its beauty!
This solo is literally perfection from chaos.. every note is so magical and fits so good with the chord changes in the back.. its like a character going through different points in their journey.. you can visualise the solo.. there are beginning excitement, mellow anxiety, suspense, upliftment, and finally such a sweet release eventually.. 3 mins of pure delicacy
One of the best live recordings of any Zappa band
Just mesmerised with all of it.
Has to be one of the best guitar solos of all time.
This was my go to VHS when all my friends were tripping in my living room at 2am. Trust me, it'll melt your brain!!
I like your style
The consummate host.....
Zappa was garbage
Speed king! ❤
@@marlon-jl4gewhat do you know about music dude?
Now I am 60. I was 14 when this track was performed. I only know today how creative and timeless this exception guitar player was. How did he find the rest of this wonderful band. A great pleasure for all listeners even after all these years. Thanks to this Frank of being our Zappa!
And three of the recorded guitar solos from other performances of Inca Roads were the basis of the "Shut Up 'n' Play Yer Guitar" pieces on the albums of that name. Different all and awesome all, set to new percussion and accompaniment by Zappa. If anyone is interested, look up "xenochrony".
Found Zappa in the late 2000s at College. Zappa is the Zenith
@Jeff Sylvester "I hear Linda Ronstadt is looking for a guitarist"
I meet Frank Zappa and all the Mothers of Invention back in 1973 at Kent State Auditorium.
Frank Zappa was generous enough to play the entire concert for 2 hours with the whole light show for four lucky students .
I was one of those lucky students.
I was standing close enough to the stage that I could see Frank's Zappa guitar strings vibrating.
One Saturday afternoon while they were rehearsing for the concert later that night at 9:00 . I will never forget that Saturday afternoon.
This song is from
the book...The Chariots of the Gods. The story of flying saucers and UFOs, landing at the Andies mountain range.
Oh, by the way, Frank and the Mothers never played this concert that night.
Frank Zappa got sick of the unappreciative audience response and just left at 2 clock in the morning.
How 😎 is that!
Words are unable to describe how beautiful the music of FZ is. Just listen. 🥰
Zappa’s arrangements were complex , so well thought out and just absolute genius
I have never heard anything like this. The virtuosity , the radical tempos and the insane video made with clay figures. Its so off the charts its breathtaking. The musicians are out of this world good. Amazing.
Love this very much, Ruth Underwood is the Winner. My Favorit singing Franks Guitar is: BJÖRK!
dieser Song und auch dieses Video hat mich damals im Alter von 10 Jahren so unfassbar "zappafiziert"
Mich auch.... Ich war allerdings 14 Jahre alt 😅
I came across this ten years ago. It never ceases to amaze me, the guitar solo in particular is a work of art. Have a good day reader.
What a trip, absolutely amazing, I take my hat off to Frank Zappa and his fantastic musicians, was allowed to see him live three times Thank you very much for that, what a great legend.
He was a shit boring asshole and his music too
I... cannot comprehend how good this is.
Pardon me while I wipe my brain off the floor, this was too much for me.