An Evening of Zappa: Stinkfoot Orchestra + Fistfights With Wolves

Experience a night of boundary-pushing music and theatrical performance at WorldBeat Cultural Center.

The Stinkfoot Orchestra returns to San Diego with legendary saxophonist and original Frank Zappa band member Napoleon Murphy Brock. Since 2022, this critically acclaimed ensemble has captivated audiences up and down the West Coast, celebrating over three decades of Zappa’s innovative compositions—from the early Mothers of Invention to his later works. Backed by a robust lineup featuring six horns, tuned percussion, and four vocalists, the band delivers Zappa’s music with unmatched energy, authenticity, and musical precision. Their performances have received praise from Zappa alumni including Arthur Barrow, Ray White, Ike Willis, and Bruce Fowler, who simply stated, “They get it.”

Opening the evening is Fistfights With Wolves, a progressive rock eight-piece based in San Diego. Known for blending classical chamber music with driving rock rhythms, their richly layered sound includes two drummers, two vocalists, violin, bass, guitar, and keyboards. Critics have called their music “dynamic,” “emotional,” and “beautiful,” making them the perfect complement to a night of musical exploration.

Event Schedule
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Fistfights With Wolves: 8:00 PM
Stinkfoot Orchestra featuring Napoleon Murphy Brock: 9:00 PM