The Mothers of Invention
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The Mothers of Invention was an American rock band from California. Formed on May 9, 1965, their work is marked by the use of sonic experimentation, innovative album art, and elaborate live shows. Ori
The Mothers of Invention touring Europe, 1968. Back row: Roy Estrada, Frank Zappa, Don Preston. Front row: Jimmy Carl Black, Bunk Gardner.
A handbill of "Freak Out" concert on September 27, 1966, presented by Dallas producer Pat Morgan at the Shrine Exposition Hall in Los Angeles
Mark Volman performing with the Mothers in 1971.
The Mothers of Invention in 1971. Left to right: Howard Kaylan, Jim Pons, Ian Underwood, Mark Volman, Frank Zappa, Bob Harris, Aynsley Dunbar.
Jimmy Carl Black
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James Inkanish, Jr., known professionally as Jimmy Carl Black, was an original member of the Mothers of Invention, providing drums and vocals. He is known for introducing the songs "Are You Hung Up?"
The Mothers of Invention
…live shows. Originally an R&B band called the Soul Giants, the band's first lineup comprised Ray Collins, David Coronado, Ray Hunt, Roy Estrada, and Jimmy Carl Black. Frank Zappa was asked to take over as the guitarist when a fight between Collins and Hunt led to the latter's being fired. Zappa insisted they perform…
Black in 2005