Frank Zappa stands as one of the most visionary figures in progressive and experimental rock. Born on December 21, 1940, in Baltimore, Maryland, and passing away on December 4, 1993, in Los Angeles, Zappa was a composer, guitarist, producer and sharp social satirist whose career spanned from the 1960s to the 1990s.

He first gained fame with The Mothers of Invention in 1964, pioneering a sound that fused rock, jazz, classical and absurdist humor. Albums such as Freak Out!, Hot Rats, Joe’s Garage and Shut Up ’n Play Yer Guitar remain milestones of avant-garde music.

Sharing the experimental audacity of Pink Floyd and the technical sophistication of King Crimson, Zappa continues to inspire generations of musicians and free thinkers.

On MusikMachine, explore a rare collector postcard featuring Frank Zappa live with The Mothers of Invention 🎶 — a must-have tribute for fans of avant-garde and progressive rock brilliance.