These pictures are all stills taken from the BBC documentary, The Artist Formerly
Known As Captain Beefheart.
The Woodland Hills house on Ensenada Drive was the venue for the
Magic Band's endless rehearsals of Trout Mask Replica, and also
where the Trout Mask Sessions on Grow Fins were recorded.
Its inclusion at the Radar Station is a must!
So many legendary stories surround this magical-looking building,
which appeared to have been left to decay. Then in 2006 it was put
up for sale.
The new owner intends to build a new house on the plot. However,
he appreciates the history of the original house which he is repairing
and repainting.