Don Van Vliet (January 15, 1941 – December 17, 2010) was an American musician, singer-songwriter and artist best known by the stage name Captain Beefheart. His musical work was conducted with a rotating ensemble of musicians called The Magic Band, active between 1965 and 1982, with whom he recorded 12 studio albums. Noted for his powerful singing voice with its wide range, Van Vliet also played the harmonica, saxophone and numerous other wind instruments. His music blended rock, blues and psychedelia with free jazz, avant-garde and contemporary experimental composition. Beefheart was also known for exercising an almost dictatorial control over his supporting musicians, and for often constructing myths about his life.
Safe as Milk - 1967
Strictly Personal - 1968
Trout Mask Replica - 1969
Lick My Decals Off, Baby - 1970
The Spotlight Kid - 1972
Clear Spot - 1972
Unconditionally Guaranteed - 1974
Bluejeans & Moonbeams - 1974
Shiny Beast (Bat Chain Puller) - 1978
Doc at the Radar Station - 1980
Ice Cream for Crow - 1982
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