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ZAPPA [ Vinyl / 12" Album Box Set ]

ZAPPA

SKU: V78759 Barcode: 0600753933428
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Box Set

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Our Take

If you're looking for an auditory acid trip, look no further than the Zappa soundtrack. This collection of Frank Zappa classics and unreleased gems is a wild ride from start to finish.

From the moment you press play, you're transported into Zappa's wacky world of musical mayhem. The album kicks off with the funky groove of "Peaches en Regalia," setting the tone for what's to come.

Tracks like "Montana" and "Dirty Love" showcase Zappa's versatility as a composer, blending rock, jazz, and avant-garde elements with effortless ease. The quirky humor and satirical lyrics that are synonymous with Zappa are in full force here, making for a truly unique listening experience.

But it's not just Zappa on display here. The album also features contributions from artists like The Mothers of Invention, Captain Beefheart, and Little Feat, adding even more depth and diversity to the already eclectic mix.

Whether you're a die-hard Zappa fan or just a casual listener looking for something out of the ordinary, this soundtrack is sure to satisfy. So buckle up, strap in, and get ready to take a trip through the weird and wonderful world of Frank Zappa. Trust us, you won't be disappointed.

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About the artist

Frank Zappa

Frank Zappa, the iconoclastic maestro of avant-garde rock and experimental jazz fusion, was a musical chameleon with a sharp wit and unparalleled creativity. With his band The Mothers of Invention, Zappa pushed the boundaries of music, blending complex time signatures, intricate melodies, and scathing social commentary. Zappa's discography is a sprawling, mind-bending journey through genres, from the Zappa-influenced Dweezil to the wild experimentation of Captain Beefheart. His double album "Freak Out!" is a tour de force of psychedelic rock, while "Hot Rats" is a jazz-rock masterpiece that showcases Zappa's virtuosic guitar playing. But Zappa was more than just a musician - he was a cultural provocateur, taking on censorship, politics, and the music industry with fearless defiance. From his legendary battles with Tipper Gore over explicit lyrics to his scathing satire of consumer culture in "Joe's Garage," Zappa was always the voice of the outsider, the misfit, the rebel. Even after his untimely death in 1993, Zappa's influence continues to loom large over the music world. His intricate compositions and fearless experimentation have inspired a generation of musicians, from prog rock icons like King Crimson to modern-day indie rockers like Deerhoof. So, if you're looking for music that's as challenging as it is rewarding, dive into the weird and wonderful world of Frank Zappa. Just be prepared to have your mind blown - and your ears forever changed.

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