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The Mothers of Invention

Weasels Ripped My Flesh

Weasels Ripped My Flesh

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  • Released Date: 30 Jul 2012

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Calling all you Zappa zealots and avant-garde aficionados, because we've got a wild one for you. Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention are back with their latest mind-bending opus, "Weasels Ripped My Flesh."

Now, before you scoff at the seemingly nonsensical title, let me assure you that this album is anything but a joke. From the moment the chaotic cacophony of "Didja Get Any Onya?" blasts through your speakers, you know you're in for a wild ride.

Zappa's signature blend of jazz, rock, and experimental noise is on full display here, with tracks like "The Orange County Lumber Truck" and "Oh No" taking you on a sonic journey unlike anything you've ever experienced. The unbridled energy and sheer virtuosity of the musicianship on display is nothing short of awe-inspiring.

But what truly sets this album apart is its fearless exploration of the absurd and the bizarre. From the manic laughter and yelps of "Eric Dolphy Memorial Barbecue" to the hauntingly beautiful "My Guitar Wants to Kill Your Mama," Zappa and his merry band of misfits leave no stone unturned in their quest for musical enlightenment.

So strap in, dear reader, and prepare yourself for a musical odyssey like no other. "Weasels Ripped My Flesh" is a frenetic, fearless, and downright freaky masterpiece that will leave you breathless and begging for more. Frank Zappa may have left us too soon, but his legacy lives on in albums like this. Let the weasels rip, and revel in the madness.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Didja Get Any Onya?
2. Directly from My Heart to You
3. Prelude to the Afternoon of a Sexually Aroused Gas Mask
4. Toads of the Short Forest
5. Get a Little
6. The Eric Dolphy Memorial Barbecue
7. Dwarf Nebula Processional March & Dwarf Nebula
8. My Guitar Wants to Kill Your Mama
9. Oh No
10. The Orange County Lumber Truck
11. Weasels Ripped My Flesh

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The Mothers of Invention

Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention are a deliciously avant-garde concoction of musical ingenuity and off-the-wall experimentation. Led by the eccentric genius Frank Zappa, this band takes listeners on a wild ride through genres, styles, and sounds that are as unpredictable as they are addictive. With Zappa at the helm, nothing is off-limits - from jazz fusion to psychedelic rock to orchestral arrangements, The Mothers of Invention traverse the musical landscape with reckless abandon and fearless creativity. Zappa's sharp wit and razor-sharp musical instincts permeate every note, creating a sound that is uniquely his own. But it's not just about the music with Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention - it's also about the performance. Zappa's legendary live shows are a spectacle to behold, with his virtuosic guitar playing and off-the-wall stage banter keeping audiences on their toes and laughing in equal measure. So, whether you're a seasoned Zappa aficionado or a curious newcomer, Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention are sure to delight and surprise with their boundary-pushing sound and irreverent attitude. Strap in, hold on tight, and let the musical journey begin.

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