These episodes are fantastic. The Gilbert one was great that he was basically playing the whole album when talking about each track. And the Sareceno one, you can tell that you guys are great friends and laughing about these stories. Can't wait for the episodes each week!
September 4, 1978, Cape Cod Coliseum. Black Sabbath. $7.50 in advance, $8.50 day of the show. I'm on the rail in front of the stage. An "unbilled" opening act is on. Some dude with no shirt, hairy chest, is running around like a nut. The guitar player has electrical tape wrapped around his guitar. We have no clue who it is. Sorry folks, it was 1978 on the east coast.
The "funky disco bass line" that Paul's reminded of for Beautiful Girls is actually the vocal break in Black Water, by the Doobie Bros (another Ted Templeman production!) Great episode - and unexpected!
He passes it off quickly, but Steve V saying he transcribed Eruption without actually playing it - is another jaw-dropper. I know very few people on the planet that are capable of such things even today. Whoa...
Thank you for doing this. However, tbh Frank's music brought me here, as I learned about his music through your work with ZPZ growing up.
I discovered Van Halen prior to discovering Frank and although VH will always have a special place, Frank's work and his words have truly infected me with common sense and good taste in music. I just wanted to let you know, thank you.
Beyond excited to listen to everyones every word in this Van Halen series! Thank you for doing this ... you have given us a 'one thing' when asked ... 'what's your one positive memory from 2020'.
Hope you continue with future series like this ... I personally would love a big series where you discuss your growing up with your dads music ... as well as one with everyone who worked on your Confessions album (one of my favorite albums that came along when I was in music school). Thanks again for all you give us ... Happy Holidays!!!
I appreciate your kind words and reference to RWTD being a positive memory in 2020. It's been a terrible year for so many people and if this podcast helps to take people's minds off of life's challenges for even a few minutes, that's a good thing.
I'll see what I can do about your other suggestions. I have been thinking about doing something related to my dad's music for a long time. Best, DZ
Looking at the purchase options this the podcast packages, but don't see if the episodes are streaming only or downloadable as well. I like to be able to listen offline. Thanks.
Edit: scrolled up this post and read the streaming and download options, but don't see that on the main purchase page in the nav - https://www.dweezilzappa.com/pages/copy-of-runnin-with-the-dweezil. Glad to see it - lossless downloads are the clincher for me. Thanks!
Thanks! Yes, the episodes are downloadable. The download info is listed on each bundle page at the bottom. I hope you enjoy the series!
All 14 Individual Van Halen Album Podcast Episodes will be available for streaming and download A LA CARTE.
For Total Pricing Flexibility - A LA CARTE Album Episodes are $2.99
The live stream audio resolution is 16bit-44.1k @ 320kbps. When downloading the episodes, the downloads will be high-resolution FLAC files at no extra cost.
Once the content is purchased, the files can be downloaded, then loaded into any preferred audio player, such as (Apple Music or Spotify or similar) or using an internet connection, the files can simply be streamed from dweezilzappa.com directly to a preferred computer or phone.
Reward Points earned by dweezilzappa.com community members contribute to even better pricing options for all products on the site. The more love you show, the more your rewards grow!
On the DLR line from "Everybody Wants Some"...so I had to try and figure this out too. I found the following 3 different answers on different lyric websites:
1. I took a mobile light, lookin' for a moonbeam
2. I seen a lotta people lookin' for a moonbeam
3. I've seen the people that are lookin' for a moonbeam
I then found this interesting note on a webiste that's called "songfacts":
For the first line in the second verse, Roth meant to sing, "I've seen a lot of people just looking for a moonbeam," but forgot the words when he was recording it and just slurred out some gibberish that came close. They liked the attitude in the vocal, so they kept it anyway. The resulting lyric became the topic of wide speculation, but it couldn't be misheard because it was misspoken to begin with.
Then I found a similar clarification form a site called "song meanings" and it's supposedly Dave's own words, from 'Crazy from the Heat':
In the song "Everybody Wants Some," I think the original lyric was, "I've seen a lot of people just lookin' for a moonbeam." That doesn't sizzle and snap, crackle and pop for you like going, "Sheepa lotta peepah dabba looka foh a moonbeam," and it means so much more, and you're adding a little editorial. You're throwing in an opinion -- so critically important in the first verse. Even more so in the second.
Everything on the internet is true so I have no reason to doubt any of these possibilities.
Thanks for the info! It was fun trying to figure it out anyway! I usually don't pay much attention to the lyrics in songs because the instrumentation and the playing of the instruments is generally more interesting to me.
It’s so GREAT to participate as a listener in this series. I think that a lot of us needed this EVH tribute...I know it’s helping me. With his passing, it feels like ‘FUN’ (in its entirety) took a huge knock. This helps!!
In the mid 80’s, I was a guitar playing teen in CT from a town (New Britain) which wasn’t very far away from where Blues launched. He was even (innocuously) working at Creative Strings the day I picked up my Candy Apple Red Kramer Baretta. Of course, I had no idea that the moment was significant but it did FEEL significant. Creative Strings (Creative Music/Creative Percussion) had sort of an avant-garde jazz affect to it. The kids of the day didn’t need much retrospect under their feet to convey: ‘Proverbial Ascot Dudes, you’re a Kramer Dealer about to be overrun!!’ . The whole thing...the whole trip...was ENERGETIC & ENTHUSIASTIC. The Van Halen tide...❤️.
(I’m not sure if Blues could feel the support at the time but there were (& are) an awful lot of spirited CT people rooting for his continual success. It’s cool to know that he’s such an endearing person. (And, his CT reference to doilies are damn-accurate to these ears. Cracked me up!!). Can’t wait for Part II!!
Thanks for your kind words. It's nice to hear that this series is being regarded with such positivity. Funny that you have that CT connection with Blues!
Hey Einar - what a small world! I grew up in East Hartford CT and me and my guitar playing friends used to see Blues at Creative ALL THE TIME!! We were a few years older and would always see him in there. Even back then in the mid-80s, we knew the kid could play so its no surprise that he would find later success.
and Dweezil - thanks so very much for doing this series - its staggering to me of the lasting impact that EVH made in our world (and our lives) and its fitting that you are the force driving this project.
Another great episode... While I wish all the content was available all at once because it's solid gold. I most grateful I cannot blast through it. Savoring it is surely best...
Couple things... Women And Children First is 40 years plus old. Being 55 I wish 1980 was only 30 years ago :P And those are "turnbuckles" on the Shark guitar. Obtainable at any hardware store. Or know by some as "Tone Killers." Ed installed them because his butcher job took too much meat out of the body and it was coming apart according to few old interviews.
During the opening of Everybody Wants Some, where Ed does the various "sound effects" at the .53 second mark there is a ripping/scrape like the sound that always reminded me of the creeping sound the eggs made opening up in the Alien movies made... I was hoping that might be explained.
Glad you're liking the episodes! Thanks for your insight and commentary on the turnbuckles! I'll listen for the sound you mentioned at .53 and see if I can possibly shed some light on it for you.
Me and my rocker buds gave nicknames for the sounds Ed made in that part of the song back in the day. The first one was the "Scooby" The sound Ed makes for the first one sounds a bit like Scooby talking. Second one the Alien egg-opening sound.(My personal favorite) The third was the "Rocket", and the last one was called the "Boomerang"
Remembering Paul Gilbert's, "Snarly Dog Lick" comment. The solo in, And the Cradle will Rock has some, which sound really neat in the cleaner sound the 3rd album had.
Blues Saraceno ( legendary guitarist, amazing composer, DZ's friend and my personal hero ): " I was brought to a Allman Brother's concert in a brown paper bag. . . "
Hey Dweezil, just curious... I had a coupon sent to me for the free subscription to Premier Guitar and when I enter the coupon number it says it does not exist. Is there a someone to contact regarding that? Thanks for any info. Cannot wait to dive into the newest episode.
Hey Dweezil - seriously amazing job so far. Easily the first podcast where I've listened to episodes multiple times - there's so much to digest. Super enjoyable and a perfect level of depth. Thanks a ton for dedicating the time & effort for everyone.
Patiently waiting as well!!
Any word on when the 2nd half of the Blues Saraceno will post? I am addicted. :P
These episodes are fantastic. The Gilbert one was great that he was basically playing the whole album when talking about each track. And the Sareceno one, you can tell that you guys are great friends and laughing about these stories. Can't wait for the episodes each week!
September 4, 1978, Cape Cod Coliseum. Black Sabbath. $7.50 in advance, $8.50 day of the show. I'm on the rail in front of the stage. An "unbilled" opening act is on. Some dude with no shirt, hairy chest, is running around like a nut. The guitar player has electrical tape wrapped around his guitar. We have no clue who it is. Sorry folks, it was 1978 on the east coast.
Hah!
The "funky disco bass line" that Paul's reminded of for Beautiful Girls is actually the vocal break in Black Water, by the Doobie Bros (another Ted Templeman production!) Great episode - and unexpected!
Hi Brian,
Thanks for chiming in! Hope you enjoy the series!
He passes it off quickly, but Steve V saying he transcribed Eruption without actually playing it - is another jaw-dropper. I know very few people on the planet that are capable of such things even today. Whoa...
Hi Dweezil,
Thank you for doing this. However, tbh Frank's music brought me here, as I learned about his music through your work with ZPZ growing up.
I discovered Van Halen prior to discovering Frank and although VH will always have a special place, Frank's work and his words have truly infected me with common sense and good taste in music. I just wanted to let you know, thank you.
Barun
Hi Barun,
Thank you! I'm glad you appreciate my dad's music and that you found your way over here. I hope you're enjoying the music and the community. Best, DZ
How long after buying the 5150 bundle should I expect information/access codes for the Premier Guitar subscription please?
Hi John,
Thanks for reaching out. You should receive an email from Premier Guitar this week. Best, DZ
Just started enjoying Episode 1 of the 5150 Bundle. Thank you so much DZ, for making this available to us. Gratitude from Sweden! / Jocke Lundgren
Hi Jocke,
Thank you! I hope you enjoy the series! New episodes launch every Thursday at noon PST. Much more to come!
Beyond excited to listen to everyones every word in this Van Halen series! Thank you for doing this ... you have given us a 'one thing' when asked ... 'what's your one positive memory from 2020'.
Hope you continue with future series like this ... I personally would love a big series where you discuss your growing up with your dads music ... as well as one with everyone who worked on your Confessions album (one of my favorite albums that came along when I was in music school). Thanks again for all you give us ... Happy Holidays!!!
Hi David,
I appreciate your kind words and reference to RWTD being a positive memory in 2020. It's been a terrible year for so many people and if this podcast helps to take people's minds off of life's challenges for even a few minutes, that's a good thing.
I'll see what I can do about your other suggestions. I have been thinking about doing something related to my dad's music for a long time. Best, DZ
“We was sittin' ducks for the police man
They found a dirty faced kid in a paper baaaaag.”
LOL
Looking at the purchase options this the podcast packages, but don't see if the episodes are streaming only or downloadable as well. I like to be able to listen offline. Thanks.
Edit: scrolled up this post and read the streaming and download options, but don't see that on the main purchase page in the nav - https://www.dweezilzappa.com/pages/copy-of-runnin-with-the-dweezil. Glad to see it - lossless downloads are the clincher for me. Thanks!
Hi CEddy,
Thanks! Yes, the episodes are downloadable. The download info is listed on each bundle page at the bottom. I hope you enjoy the series!
The live stream audio resolution is 16bit-44.1k @ 320kbps. When downloading the episodes, the downloads will be high-resolution FLAC files at no extra cost.
Once the content is purchased, the files can be downloaded, then loaded into any preferred audio player, such as (Apple Music or Spotify or similar) or using an internet connection, the files can simply be streamed from dweezilzappa.com directly to a preferred computer or phone.
Reward Points earned by dweezilzappa.com community members contribute to even better pricing options for all products on the site. The more love you show, the more your rewards grow!
On the DLR line from "Everybody Wants Some"...so I had to try and figure this out too. I found the following 3 different answers on different lyric websites:
1. I took a mobile light, lookin' for a moonbeam
2. I seen a lotta people lookin' for a moonbeam
3. I've seen the people that are lookin' for a moonbeam
I then found this interesting note on a webiste that's called "songfacts":
For the first line in the second verse, Roth meant to sing, "I've seen a lot of people just looking for a moonbeam," but forgot the words when he was recording it and just slurred out some gibberish that came close. They liked the attitude in the vocal, so they kept it anyway. The resulting lyric became the topic of wide speculation, but it couldn't be misheard because it was misspoken to begin with.
Then I found a similar clarification form a site called "song meanings" and it's supposedly Dave's own words, from 'Crazy from the Heat':
In the song "Everybody Wants Some," I think the original lyric was, "I've seen a lot of people just lookin' for a moonbeam." That doesn't sizzle and snap, crackle and pop for you like going, "Sheepa lotta peepah dabba looka foh a moonbeam," and it means so much more, and you're adding a little editorial. You're throwing in an opinion -- so critically important in the first verse. Even more so in the second.
Everything on the internet is true so I have no reason to doubt any of these possibilities.
Thanks for the info! It was fun trying to figure it out anyway! I usually don't pay much attention to the lyrics in songs because the instrumentation and the playing of the instruments is generally more interesting to me.
That was great, really funny too can't wait for part 2
Hi Simon, There's more deep dive and shenanigans in the next episode!
It’s so GREAT to participate as a listener in this series. I think that a lot of us needed this EVH tribute...I know it’s helping me. With his passing, it feels like ‘FUN’ (in its entirety) took a huge knock. This helps!!
In the mid 80’s, I was a guitar playing teen in CT from a town (New Britain) which wasn’t very far away from where Blues launched. He was even (innocuously) working at Creative Strings the day I picked up my Candy Apple Red Kramer Baretta. Of course, I had no idea that the moment was significant but it did FEEL significant. Creative Strings (Creative Music/Creative Percussion) had sort of an avant-garde jazz affect to it. The kids of the day didn’t need much retrospect under their feet to convey: ‘Proverbial Ascot Dudes, you’re a Kramer Dealer about to be overrun!!’ . The whole thing...the whole trip...was ENERGETIC & ENTHUSIASTIC. The Van Halen tide...❤️.
(I’m not sure if Blues could feel the support at the time but there were (& are) an awful lot of spirited CT people rooting for his continual success. It’s cool to know that he’s such an endearing person. (And, his CT reference to doilies are damn-accurate to these ears. Cracked me up!!). Can’t wait for Part II!!
Hi Einar,
Thanks for your kind words. It's nice to hear that this series is being regarded with such positivity. Funny that you have that CT connection with Blues!
Hey Einar - what a small world! I grew up in East Hartford CT and me and my guitar playing friends used to see Blues at Creative ALL THE TIME!! We were a few years older and would always see him in there. Even back then in the mid-80s, we knew the kid could play so its no surprise that he would find later success.
and Dweezil - thanks so very much for doing this series - its staggering to me of the lasting impact that EVH made in our world (and our lives) and its fitting that you are the force driving this project.
I'm from CT too. I had no idea that's where Blues is from.
Dweezil...
Another great episode... While I wish all the content was available all at once because it's solid gold. I most grateful I cannot blast through it. Savoring it is surely best...
Couple things... Women And Children First is 40 years plus old. Being 55 I wish 1980 was only 30 years ago :P And those are "turnbuckles" on the Shark guitar. Obtainable at any hardware store. Or know by some as "Tone Killers." Ed installed them because his butcher job took too much meat out of the body and it was coming apart according to few old interviews.
During the opening of Everybody Wants Some, where Ed does the various "sound effects" at the .53 second mark there is a ripping/scrape like the sound that always reminded me of the creeping sound the eggs made opening up in the Alien movies made... I was hoping that might be explained.
Thanks again for the awesome content!
Hi John,
Glad you're liking the episodes! Thanks for your insight and commentary on the turnbuckles! I'll listen for the sound you mentioned at .53 and see if I can possibly shed some light on it for you.
Dweezil..
Me and my rocker buds gave nicknames for the sounds Ed made in that part of the song back in the day. The first one was the "Scooby" The sound Ed makes for the first one sounds a bit like Scooby talking. Second one the Alien egg-opening sound.(My personal favorite) The third was the "Rocket", and the last one was called the "Boomerang"
Remembering Paul Gilbert's, "Snarly Dog Lick" comment. The solo in, And the Cradle will Rock has some, which sound really neat in the cleaner sound the 3rd album had.
Laughing my ass off during this episode!!!!
Good times!
Blues Saraceno ( legendary guitarist, amazing composer, DZ's friend and my personal hero ): " I was brought to a Allman Brother's concert in a brown paper bag. . . "
Dweezil Zappa & Audience: " AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. . . AHAHAHAHAHAHA!! "
( By the way, my lungs are SORE beyond belief!!! ).
I was NOT expecting that moment. Damn. . .great job you two. Just fantastic.
I'm glad you're enjoying it!
Hey Dweezil, just curious... I had a coupon sent to me for the free subscription to Premier Guitar and when I enter the coupon number it says it does not exist. Is there a someone to contact regarding that? Thanks for any info. Cannot wait to dive into the newest episode.
I'll definitely get you connected with the right people at Premier Guitar to sort that out.
Best, DZ
I had a similar issue- I called the 800# on Premier’s site and was taken care of very quickly and professionally.
This just keeps getting more and more awesome. I want a separate podcast of just Dweezil and Blues shooting the shit. So much fun.
Thanks Tucker! We are already talking about doing our own podcast!
Yes please! You guys are great together.
Hey Dweezil - seriously amazing job so far. Easily the first podcast where I've listened to episodes multiple times - there's so much to digest. Super enjoyable and a perfect level of depth. Thanks a ton for dedicating the time & effort for everyone.
Hi Scott, Thanks for the kind words. I'm happy you're enjoying the series enough for repeat listens!