Mitkraft
Super Member
Yep, that is what the books say. Coffee and cigarettes were OK but no band drug usage.
"Frank Zappa did not take drugs or drink alcohol like many people undoubtedly assume. In fact, he took an aggressive anti-drug approach to the drug culture of the 60’s, which evolved from LSD to heroine to cocaine. He believed that taking drugs would transform people and mutate their personalities and values. In believing this, he was very adamant in promoting a no drug policy among his band members, ensuring that there was no drug use while on the road touring. His hard-nosed stance led to the dismissal of fellow band members Lowell George and Ike Willis over the years."
I love that! Now I’m REALLY going to make a concerted effort to check out more of his stuff!