Completely Conspicuous 472: Dig for Fire (Maiden-Zappa, Part 1)

This week, Brian Salvatore and I discuss more musical blindspots. Brian will learn about Iron Maiden while I dig into Frank Zappa. Show notes: - Jay: Somewhat familiar with Zappa's hits and guitar work - Intimidating catalog; more than 100 albums released - Brian: Knew a few Maiden songs but never a fan - Listened to 1980 self-titled debut - Liked the faster songs and Paul Di'Anno's vocals - Enjoyed punk-inspired energy and Steve Harris' bass - Production sounds good - Maiden's sound has evolved over the years - Jay listened to Zappa's 1969 album Hot Rats - Only one song with vocals, and those are by Captain Beefheart - Ian Underwood is major contributor, playing all keyboards and horns - Very different sound than Zappa had in mid- to late- '70s - Next up: Apostrophe for Jay, The Number of the Beast for Brian Completely Conspicuous is available through the iTunes podcast directory. Subscribe and write a review! The opening and closing theme of Completely Conspicuous is "Theme to Big F'in Pants" by Jay Breitling. Voiceover work is courtesy of James Gralian.