History EnsembleDarkHorse / FrankZappa

* Early seventies drummer Aynsley Dunbar is well regarded even by fans who dislike the Flo And Eddie period. His work with [[Music/JeffBeck other]] [[Music/{{Journey}} bands]] doesn't hurt either.

* Adrian Belew. The guy began what is arguably one of the most insane musical careers in rock history by joining what he called "the Frank Zappa School of Rock", and Music/SheikYerbouti would not be the same without him.

* Jimmy Carl Black, [[MemeticMutation and he's the Indian Of The Group]].

!!'''Zappa Personnel'''
** Among the Mothers, despite only being in the group for its last year, Art Tripp tends to be remembered more than his predecessor Billy Mundi (His work with Music/CaptainBeefheart helps in this regard).
** Jimmy Carl Black, [[MemeticMutation and he's the Indian Of The Group]].
** Wind player and keyboardist Ian Underwood, particularly for his role in ''Music/HotRats''
** Violinist Don "Sugarcane" Harris for his show-stealing solos despite never being a full member of Frank’s band.
** George Duke, who went from just the keyboardist to one of the focal points of Frank's music within two years.
** Early seventies drummer Aynsley Dunbar is well regarded even by fans who dislike the Flo And Eddie period. His work with [[Music/JeffBeck other]] [[Music/{{Journey}} bands]] doesn't hurt either.
** Percussionist Ruth Underwood is held in high esteem among Zappa fans for her percussion virtuosity and {{Adorkable}} personality, remaining the gold standard for Zappa percussionists.
** Terry Bozzio is held in high esteem for his musicianship and LargeHam persona.
** Despite only playing with Frank for a year, Bozzio's replacement Vinnie Colaiuta is often acclaimed as Frank's most technically accomplished drummer.
** Bassist Scott Thunes is well liked for his bass tone and stage presence, even amongst people who aren't fans of Frank's eighties work.
** Mike Keneally is very popular for his versatility despite never appearing on any studio albums.
** OneSceneWonder Lady Bianca Odin has started gaining steam in recent years since the release of ''Philly 76'', and more than a few have wished [[TheyWastedAPerfectlyGoodCharacter she stayed longer in Frank's band]].
** Frank's bodyguard Papa John Smothers is also quite popular with fans thanks to the frequent references to him in song.

!!'''Music'''
** ''Music/FillmoreEastJune1971'' has developed a cult status over the years, with novelist Anne Enright as a notable fan.
** Though not traditionally held as a classic, ''Music/YouAreWhatYouIs'' has gained some popularity among fans, with some arguing it as the last great/good rock album.
** "Billy The Mountain" has proven to be the most lasting track from the Flo And Eddie Era.
** Despite it's parent album's reputation as [[SoOkayItsAverage middling at best]], "Drowning Witch" is held in warm regard by fans.
** "Dupree's Paradise", though never making a proper album, is held in high regard by fans.

** Jimmy Carl Black, and [[MemeticMutation and he's the Indian Of The Group]].

** Violinist Don "Sugarcane" Harris for his frequent show-stealing tendencies.

** In recent years, ''Music/ThingFish'' has started to gain more defenders, making it go from TheScrappy of Frank's catalog to BaseBreaker.

With as vast a catalogue and with all the talent that passed though Frank’s band, there were bound to be some standouts.

** Among the Mothers, despite only being in the group for its last year, Art Tripp tends to be remembered more than his predecessor Billy Mundi (His work with CaptainBeefheart helps in this regard).

** Wind player and keyboardist Ian Underwood, particularly for his role in ''[[Music/HotRats]]''

With as vast a catalogue and with all the talent that passed though Frank’s band, there were bound to be some standouts.