The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart

Elaine Shepherd’s classic BBC documentary, introduced and narrated by John Peel. Completely wonderful, a 50 minute joy: reviews, articles, blog posts, etc. relating to The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart.

• Elaine ShepherdDirector

• John PeelHimself (Narrator)
• Don Van VlietHimself
• Frank ZappaHimself (archive footage)
• Matt GroeningHimself
• Jimmy Carl BlackHimself
• Ry CooderHimself
• Bruce FowlerHimself
• Eric Drew FeldmanHimself