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AboutFrank Zappa was an American musician, composer, bandleader and filmmaker who had a significant impact on the world of music and popular culture. He was born on December 21, 1940 in Baltimore, Maryland and passed away on December 4, 1993 in Los Angeles, California. Zappa's career spanned several decades and he was known for his unique and innovative approach to music, blending various genres and pushing the boundaries of musical experimentation.

Zappa's interest in music started at a young age. He began playing drums and later switched to guitar. His diverse musical influences ranged from classical composers like Igor Stravinsky and Edgard Varèse to rhythm and blues artists such as Johnny "Guitar" Watson and Johnny Otis.

In the mid-1960s, Zappa formed the band The Mothers Of Invention which became one of the most important and influential acts of the era. The band's debut album Freak Out (1966) is often considered one of the first concept albums in rock history.

Zappa's music covered a vast array of styles, including rock, jazz, blues, doo-wop, avant-garde and orchestral music. He was known for complex compositions, intricate guitar solos and satirical lyrics that often tackled social and political issues.

In addition to his work with The Mothers Of Invention, Zappa pursued a successful solo career, releasing over 60 albums during his lifetime. Some of his notable albums include Hot Rats (1969), Apostrophe (') (1974), Sheik Yerbouti (1979) and Joe's Garage (1979).

Zappa was a vocal advocate for free speech and fought against music censorship. In 1985, he testified before the United States Congress during the Parents Music Resource Center (PMRC) hearings, where he criticized the organization's efforts to label albums with explicit content.

Apart from his music, Zappa was involved in filmmaking. He directed several movies, including 200 Motels (1971) and Baby Snakes (1979) which combined live concert footage with surreal imagery.

Zappa's influence on music and musicians is immeasurable. His avant-garde and boundary-pushing approach to composition has inspired countless artists across various genres. Many musicians, including Steve Vai, Adrian Belew and Terry Bozzio who were part of Zappa's bands, went on to have successful careers of their own.

After Frank Zappa's death, his family continued to release unreleased material from his vast archives. His son, Dweezil Zappa also embarked on a successful career as a musician, paying tribute to his father's music by touring with the "Zappa Plays Zappa" project.

Frank Zappa's impact on music continues to be felt long after his passing, and his work remains influential and admired by fans and fellow musicians alike. He was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995.

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