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1982 Kramer Star Guitar
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In 1982 Edward Van Halen gave me a Kramer Star Guitar. I used it to record “My Mother Is A Space Cadet” and it was also the guitar I used when I first played on stage with my dad at the London Hammersmith Odeon.
I pulled it...
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Dweezil Plays RWTD Fractal Presets
I made a quick video demonstration of a few RWTD Fractal Audio Axe FX III presets. The audio is just from my i-Phone. I will be making some other videos that feature the audio recorded directly into my DAW so everyone can...
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AUDIO DOC EP 10 "RETURN OF THE SON OF..."
AUDIO DOC EP 10 "RETURN OF THE SON OF..."
In this episode I recall some of the details about the songs that made it to the "Return Of The Son Of..." CD and the trials and tribulations of being a band leader....
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AUDIO DOC EP 9 "LIVE IN THE MOMENT II (PART 2)"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARIES EP - 9
LIVE IN THE MOMENT II (PART TWO)
In this episode I continue to recall where the solos came from and my approach to playing them. I also discuss my overall approach to playing my dad's music and...
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AUDIO DOC EP 8 "LIVE IN THE MOMENT II (PART 1)"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARIES EP - 8
LIVE IN THE MOMENT II (PART ONE)
In this episode I try to recall where the solos came from and my approach to playing them. I also discuss my overall approach to playing my dad's music and the...
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AUDIO DOC EP 7 "VIA ZAMMATA"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARIES EP - 7 "VIA ZAMMATA"
In this episode I discuss the details of the songs on the Via Zammata album as well as the origin of the title. There is plenty of additional backstory as well as plenty of new...
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AUDIO DOC EP 6 "GO WITH WHAT YOU KNOW"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARIES EP 6 "GO WITH WHAT YOU KNOW"
In this episode I discuss the making of the album "Go With What You Know." It was the first album that I made essentially on my own and incorporated the use of midi...
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AUDIO DOC EP 5 "CONFESSIONS"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARY EP 5 "CONFESSIONS"
In this episode I recall stories from the studio and discuss the songs in detail. There's a lot of stories that have never been told!...
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AUDIO DOC EP 4 "AUTOMATIC"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARY EP 4 "AUTOMATIC"
In this episode I recall stories about the making of the "Automatic" album and song selection. ...
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AUDIO DOC EP 3 "My Guitar Wants To KIll Your Mama"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARY EP 3 - "MY GUITAR WANTS TO KILL YOUR MAMA"
In this episode the recording sessions for my second album, "My Guitar Wants To Kill Your Mama" are discussed. We probably talk about some stuff from the 80's as...
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AUDIO DOC EP 2 "Havin' A Bad Day"
Audio Documentary - EP 2 - Havin' A Bad Day
Premieres Monday 3-14-22 at 5pm PST
Learn about how I worked in the studio with my dad, how the songs were recorded, and what gear was used for my debut album....
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AUDIO DOC EP 1 "SPACE CADET"
AUDIO DOCUMENTARY SERIES
This series offers a weekly glance into the humble musical fabric of my career. With 6 Episodes finished already, I will be releasing them every Monday at 5pm PST.
In this very casual talk...
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In this very casual talk...
WATERMELON IN EASTER HAY (1ST TIME LIVE)
WATERMELON IN EASTER HAY (1ST TIME LIVE)
This is the very first time I ever played "Watermelon In Easter Hay." It was quite an emotional event that night in NYC at the Beacon Theater....
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Dweezil Zappa and Joe Bonamassa
I was invited to be a guest on Joe Bonamassa's video podcast - Live From Nerdville.
Check it out if you like....
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Dweezil Talks About RWTD Podcast
Shawn Ratches interviewed me about Runnin' With The Dweezil. We have had a series of other discussions about my own music that will soon be featured on my site....
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RWTD 5150 TASTE
5150 Episode Update!
The episode is in the home stretch! Mark Lettieri was sitting in a very squeaky chair that needed taming and there were a lot of delay issues that needed attention. I would say that it has taken about...
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Dweezil Zappa Teaches Frank Zappa Improvisation Techniques
In this video, I share details about my dad's guitar techniques and his approach to improvisation....
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Dweezil Zappa Sound Check and Interview 2010
Keep It Greasey and Baby Snakes LIVE! Plus interview on stage....
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Dweezil Zappa Chit Chat With Guitar Cats
Australian guitarist Rick Hollis hosts a guitar chat show where he invites guests to answer a single question, "What started your interest in guitar?" The conversation snowballs from there....
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RWTD LIVE LISTENING PARTY 1
RWTD LIVE LISTENING PARTY #1
We will be doing more of these soon and will continue to improve on the presentation....
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Watch This To Understand More About Zappa!
This is a fantastic video that teaches viewers about the hidden details in my dad's music! It's worth watching multiple times!...
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Dweezil Zappa - Sunset Sound EP 2
Drew Dempsey hosts a Van Halen Round Table conversation from Sunset Sound Recorders - Dweezil Zappa EP 2...
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Dweezil Zappa - Sunset Sound EP 1
Drew Dempsey hosts a Van Halen Round Table conversation from Sunset Sound Recorders - Dweezil Zappa EP 1...
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DWEEZIL LIVE ON YOUTUBE TONIGHT
PROMO FOR LIVE BROADCAST TUESDAY 9-8-20 6 PM PST https://youtu.be/Ogv8pcnEM68
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Billy The Mountain - Lo Res Promo!
Dweezil Zappa Live At The Roxy - 2008
Lo-Res Promo
"Billy The Mountain"...
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