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Frank Zappa

Zappa '88: The Last U.S. Show

Zappa '88: The Last U.S. Show

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  • Released Date: 18 Jun 2021

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Zappa 88: The Last U.S. Show sees the legendary Frank Zappa at the peak of his musical prowess, delivering a show-stopping performance that is as bizarre as it is brilliant. The album captures Zappa and his band at their most experimental, blending complex orchestration with rock and roll sensibilities to create a sound that is truly unique.

From the opening notes of "Chunga's Revenge" to the epic closer "Whippin' Post," Zappa and his band take listeners on a wild musical journey that defies categorisation. With intricate guitar solos, off-kilter time signatures, and Zappa's trademark wit and humour, the album is a testament to the artist's unparalleled talent and innovation.

The live recording captures the energy and spontaneity of Zappa's performance, with the band effortlessly moving between musical genres and styles with ease. Tracks like "Stevie's Spanking" and "Cocaine Decisions" showcase Zappa's ability to blend rock, jazz, and classical music into a seamless whole, creating a sound that is both challenging and accessible.

With Zappa 88: The Last U.S. Show, Frank Zappa cements his legacy as one of the most innovative and influential musicians of the 20th century. This album is a must-listen for any music fan looking to expand their horizons and experience something truly out of this world.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. \We Are Doing Voter Registration Here\
2. The Black Page (New Age Version)
3. I Ain't Got No Heart
4. Love of My Life
5. Inca Roads
6. Sharleena
7. Who Needs the Peace Corps?
8. I Left My Heart in San Francisco
9. Dickie's Such an Asshole
10. When the Lie's So Big
11. Jesus Thinks You're a Jerk
12. Sofa #1
13. One Man, One Vote
14. Happy Birthday, Chad!
15. Packard Goose Pt. I
16. Royal March from 'L'Histoire Du Soldat' (Stravinsky)
17. Theme from the Bartok Piano Concerto #3
18. Packard Goose Pt. II
19. The Torture Never Stops Pt. I
20. Theme from 'Bonanza'


Disc: 2
1. Lonesome Cowboy Burt
2. The Torture Never Stops Pt. II
3. City of Tiny Lites
4. Pound for a Brown
5. The Beatles Medley
6. Peaches En Regalia
7. Stairway to Heaven
8. I Am the Walrus
9. Whipping Post
10. Bolero
11. America the Beautiful

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