Zappa's Universe (1991)
This live recording is a true gem for Zappa fans. It features acrobatic muscianship of the highest order played straight from the heart and mind. Mike Keneally's guitar work left my jaw slack especially after hearing him play Jazz Discharge Party Hats in which he both talks and doubles his vocal pitches with the guitar at the same time. Additionally he plays Zappa's impossible synclavier composition Night School with pin point accuracy. Steve Vai, guitar god and the king of impossible guitar parts gives a burning heartfelt rendition of Zappa's Sofa. This is one of Vai's best performances captured on disc.
Director: Willy Smax
Genre: Music
Runtime: 130 min
Release Date: February 3, 1991
Cast
- Mike Keneally - Self
- Scott Thunes - Self
- Steve Vai - Self
- Dweezil Zappa - Self
- Mats Öberg - Self
- Mats Öberg - Self
- Jonathan Haas - Self
- Marc Ziegenhagen - Self
- Dale Bozzio - Self
- Erik Buxton - Self
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Willy Smax
More Films in Genre: Music
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Zappa's Universe about?
- This live recording is a true gem for Zappa fans. It features acrobatic muscianship of the highest order played straight from the heart and mind. Mike Keneally's guitar work left my jaw slack especially after hearing him play Jazz Discharge Party Hats in which he both talks and doubles his vocal pitches with the guitar at the same time. Additionally he plays Zappa's impossible synclavier composition Night School with pin point accuracy. Steve Vai, guitar god and the king of impossible guitar parts gives a burning heartfelt rendition of Zappa's Sofa. This is one of Vai's best performances captured on disc.
- Who directed Zappa's Universe?
- Zappa's Universe was directed by Willy Smax.
- Who stars in Zappa's Universe?
- Zappa's Universe stars Mike Keneally, Scott Thunes, Steve Vai, Dweezil Zappa, Mats Öberg, Mats Öberg.
- How long is Zappa's Universe?
- Zappa's Universe has a runtime of 2h 10m (130 minutes).
- What genre is Zappa's Universe?
- Zappa's Universe is a Music film.
- Where was Zappa's Universe produced?
- Zappa's Universe was produced in United States of America.