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21 Dec 1940 — 04 Dec 1993
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Biography

Frank Vincent Zappa (born December 21, 1940 in Baltimore, Maryland, United States – December 4, 1993 in Los Angeles, California, United States) was an American composer, guitarist, singer, bandleader and producer. He was one of the most prolific musicians of his time, releasing over fifty albums of original material spanning over a thirty-five year career.

Zappa's earliest influences were 1950s pop and rock (such as doo-wop and rhythm and blues), and 20th-century classical composers including Igor Stravinsky and Edgard Varèse. His output was divided between adventurous instrumental compositions and succinct, catchy rock songs with ribald, satirical, or comically absurd lyrics. On stage he demanded virtuosity and spontaneity from his musicians, and employed many performers who would later go on to achieve fame in their own rights. He directed and released a number of films featuring himself, his musicians and entourage, including 200 Motels and Baby Snakes.

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Member of

The Mothers of Invention
since 1964 till 1975 Lead vocal, lib/muslib/membership_type_561, Guitar

Supporting by

Ray White
since 1976 Guitar
Bob Harris
since 1980 till 1980 Keyboard, lib/muslib/membership_type_47
Paul Carman
Saxophone

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