ZEEKtheFREAK is a dynamic alternative indie music project led by the talented Scottish musician Zeek Catweazle.

As a multi-instrumental studio recording artist, he expertly writes, records, and produces his own music and CDs.

While Zeek showcases his skills by playing most of the instruments himself, he collaborates with skilled session musicians to enhance the sound of the FREAK band.

biography

Zeek Catweazle and Murray Muff, along with The Great Giz on drums, formed a comedy/ punk group called the Snap-on Brothers. Although this project lasted only two years, it made a lasting impact on the Dundee music scene.

In 1996, Zeek embarked on a new musical journey, confidently choosing the name ZEEKtheFREAK, inspired by a song he had created with the Snap-on Brothers. By this point, he was residing in Alkmaar, Holland.

What started as a plan to record music evolved into live performances after a few successful cassette tape releases.

In 1997, ZEEKtheFREAK and his band, the FCB, took the stage to support the indie band the Bouncing Bettys.

The performance was a hit, propelling them into the spotlight

and establishing ZEEKtheFREAK as a prominent name in the

Alkmaar music scene.

From 1997 to 2016, Zeek and his band played countless

shows that shocked and thrilled audiences with their distinct

brand of shock rock. During these years, Zeek wrote and

recorded music for multiple albums, often collaborating

with talented session musicians. While the band line-up

evolved, guitarist Bas "the Rebel Jesus" Lute remained

a constant presence from day one. . .  (Band History)

While living in France, Zeek made the bold decision

to disband his backing band and focus on returning this to

a solo project. Following the successful release of his last

album in 2018 and a series of compelling singles, Zeek

recognized he had pushed the shock rock show to its limits.

In the autumn of 2024, he confidently decided to take

ZEEKtheFREAK in a new direction, embracing a more

experimental approach to indie music and stepping away

from live performances. . . 

And so, in 2025, the next chapter unfolds...

discography

In 1978, shortly after the breakup of the Snap-on Brothers, Zeek Catweazle released a solo cassette tape titled "Ingrown Toenails in My Ears." However, it wasn't until 1996 that he boldly returned to the music scene with his first cassette tape as ZEEKtheFREAK, titled "It's Your Roond." 

This was just the beginning; in 1997, he followed up with the thought-provoking "The Word According to the Philosophy of the Happy Psycho." By 1998, he unveiled his third cassette, "Freakin' Out with the Necrophilliac Cowboy," showcasing his unique style. In 2000, Zeek continued to push boundaries with "Transvestite Femme Fatal."

It wasn’t until 2008 that ZEEKtheFREAK released his first CD, "Idiots Seeking Sanctuary at the Armageddon," which made a significant impact by generating numerous singles and featuring on various compilation albums.

After relocating to France in 2015, Zeek enhanced his creative vision and, in 2018, released "Spaced Out on Planet Bizarre," a project that once again produced a remarkable array of singles. As the music landscape evolved, he recognized a shift in interest away from shock rock. Embracing change, Zeek's artistic journey led him to explore more experimental sounds.

By late 2024, he made the decisive choice to pivot away from shock/pop rock and dive deeper into innovative creation. He is set to release his highly anticipated album, "D.I.D.," in 2026, which promises to redefine his musical legacy and showcase a striking departure from his earlier work.

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Influence

The ZEEKtheFREAK project has been shaped by a variety of musical and non-musical artists and bands over the years. Frank Zappa and the Mothers have been his most significant influences, alongside the Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band and Alice Cooper.

For the live show, the Mothers, Flo & Eddie, and especially the Tubes and Alice Cooper have had a substantial impact on the performance style.

In the early stages of the project, he explored punk and humorous bands, including Half Man Half Biscuit, Albertos Y Los Tríos Paranoias, the New York Dolls, and the Dead Kennedys.

As time went on, he transitioned from punk to metal, drawing inspiration from bands like Type O Negative, Soundgarden, Creed, and Sepultura.

In recent years, classical music and alternative sounds have taken center stage in his work. Composers such as Chopin, Satie, and Tchaikovsky have influenced him, along with alternative experimental music. Notable artists like Tangerine Dream and Brian Eno have also played a significant role in his compositions.

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