THE MOTHERS - Fillmore East June 1971 12" Vinyl LP Album
- THE MOTHERS ( OF INVENTION )

Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention were masters of musical chaos and social satire. "Fillmore East - June 1971" captures the band live at the iconic New York venue. This album is a raw, often hilarious, document of their improvisational brilliance. Expect extended jams, absurdist storytelling, and fearless commentary from Zappa. It's a demanding listen, but a thrilling glimpse into the mind of one of rock's most daring and unconventional figures.

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"Fillmore East - June 1971" Album Description:

Frank Zappa, a relentless musical innovator, led The Mothers of Invention through a whirlwind of sonic experimentation and social satire. "Fillmore East - June 1971", a live album, captures the band at their improvisational peak, offering a raw glimpse into their unpredictable, often controversial, world.

The Fillmore: A Rock and Roll Mecca

The Fillmore East, a legendary New York City venue, hosted countless iconic rock acts during its relatively short lifespan. For Zappa and The Mothers, performing here in 1971 solidified their status as major players in the countercultural music scene. The album captures the energy of this historic venue, with the audience's enthusiasm palpable amidst the music.

Musical Odyssey

"Fillmore East - June 1971" showcases the band's dynamic range. Extended jams like "Little House I Used To Live In" weave together jazz-fusion, progressive rock, and Zappa's blistering guitar solos. Tracks like "The Mud Shark" offer absurdist storytelling with Zappa's humorous narration. Moments of avant-garde weirdness intertwine with surprisingly melodic instrumental passages.

An Electrifying Lineup

The band's lineup during this period was particularly potent. It featured virtuoso musicians like keyboardist/vocalist Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman (aka Flo & Eddie), drummer Aynsley Dunbar, and multi-instrumentalist Ian Underwood. Their interplay is astounding, navigating the unpredictable twists and turns of Zappa's compositions with precision and flair.

Zappa's Vision, Uncut

Zappa was a perfectionist in the studio but embraced a looser approach to live performance. "Fillmore East - June 1971" strips away the studio polish, revealing the band's raw energy and improvisational brilliance. This unfiltered look into Zappa's musical vision can be jarring at times, but it's also undeniably thrilling.

Controversy and Commentary

Always provocative, Zappa used his music to skewer hypocrisy and social absurdities. "Fillmore East - June 1971" includes pointed attacks on consumerism and even a scathing critique of the band's own record label. This confrontational stance made Zappa a polarizing figure, but also cemented his status as a fearless social critic.

A Snapshot of Musical Mayhem

"Fillmore East - June 1971" isn't for casual listeners. It's a demanding and often chaotic musical document. Yet, it stands as a testament to the adventurous spirit of Zappa and the Mothers at their peak. This album is a sonic time capsule – a whirlwind tour through the brilliant, bizarre, and sometimes infuriating mind of a true musical maverick.

Essential Album Information For: THE MOTHERS ( OF INVENTION ) - Fillmore East 1971

Music Genre:

Jazz Fusion, Prog Rock

Label & Catalognr:

Reprise Records REP 44150

Media Format:

Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram

Year & Country:

1971 Germany

THE MOTHERS ( OF INVENTION ) - Fillmore East 1971 Production & Recording Information

Producers:

Frank Zappa - Producer

Frank Zappa (Full-name: Frank Vincent Zappa 1940-1993) was an American musician, composer, and bandleader. He was a pioneer of avant-garde rock and fusion music, known for his innovative and eclectic musical style. Zappa produced over 60 albums and worked with many notable musicians, including the Mothers of Invention, a band he formed in the 1960s. He was also a political activist and spoke out against censorship, making him a controversial figure in his time. Zappa died in 1993 from prostate cancer.

Frank Vincent Zappa Jr was born in Baltimore City, Maryland, United States on 21/12/1940. He was the first child of Francis Vincent Zappa 07/05/1906 and Rose Marie Colimore 07/06/1912. He had two brothers: Charles Robert “Bobby” Zappa 28/08/1943, Carl Lewis Zappa 10/09/1947.

When he was 32 years old, his father Francis Vincent Zappa died (07/04/1973).

He married Kay Sherman in 1960. On 21/09/1967, he married Adelaide Gail Sloatman 01/01/1945 in New York City, New York, United States. He was 19 years old when he married Kay Sherman. He was 26 years old when he married Adelaide Gail Sloatman, who was 22 years old at that time. He got divorced from Kay Sherman in 1964.

On 06/04/1950, he lived in Bush, Harford, Maryland, United States. On 04/12/1993, he lived in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States.

On 04/12/1993, he died in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States when he was 52 years old. In 1993, he was buried in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States. His wife Adelaide Gail Sloatman died on 07/10/2015, 22 years after him.

Sound & Recording Engineers:

Barry Keene - Sound Engineer

Recording Location:

This album was recorded at: Bill Graham's Fillmore East

Album Cover Design & Artwork:

Cal Schenkel - Album Cover Design

THE MOTHERS ( OF INVENTION ) - Fillmore East 1971 Musicians and Track-listing

Musicians:

Frank Zappa – guitar, dialogue, vocals

Aynsley Dunbar – drums

Ian Underwood – woodwinds, keyboards, vocals

Howard Kaylan – lead vocals, dialogue

Jim Pons – bass, vocals, dialogue

Bob Harris - keyboards, vocals

Mark Volman – lead vocals, dialogue

Don Preston – Mini-Moog

Tracklisting Side One:

Little House I Used to Live In 4:58
The Mud Shark 5:16
What Kind of Girl Do You Think We Are? 4:51
Bwana Dik 2:27
Latex Solar Beef 4:22
Willie the Pimp, Part One 2:50

Tracklisting Side Two:

Willie the Pimp, Part Two 1:54
Do You Like My New Car? 7:08
Happy Together Garry Bonner, Alan Gordon 2:57
Lonesome Electric Turkey (encore excerpt featuring Don Preston on Minimoog) 2:34
Peaches en Regalia 3:22
Tears Began to Fall 2:46

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Yellow coloured Reprise REP 44 150 ( MS 2042 ) Record Label Details: GEMA, 31 272 Made in Germany

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MOTHERS OF INVENTION ( with Frank Zappa ) VINYL RECORDS

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Verve V6-5013 / MGS-672 , 1967 , USA

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FRANK'S MOTHERS OF INVENTION – The Ark 12" Vinyl LP

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FOO-EEE RI 70538 , 1992 , USA

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THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION ( with FRANK ZAPPA and CAPTAIN BEEFHEART ) - BONGO FURY 12" Vinyl LP

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DISCREET DS 2234 / 31,936 , 1975 , USA

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THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION - Burnt Weeny Sandwich 12" Vinyl LP

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Bizarre RS 6370 , 1970 , USA

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THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION - Cruising with Ruben & The Jets 12quot, Vinyl LP

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Verve 2317 069 , 1968 , Gt. Britain

"Cruising with Ruben & The Jets" is the fourth studio album by the Mothers of Invention. Released on December 2, 1968 on Bizarre and Verve Records with distribution by MGM Records,

THE MOTHERS - Fillmore East June 1971 12" Vinyl LP

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Reprise Records REP 44150 , 1971 , Germany

"Fillmore East June 1971" is a live album by The Mothers, released in 1971. It was the twelfth album by Frank Zappa. It was produced by Frank Zappa, and mixed by Toby Foster.

THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION - Freak Out! 12" Vinyl LP

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Verve V6/5005-2 MGS 296 , 1969 , USA

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THE MOTHERS - Grand Wazoo 12" Vinyl LP

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REPRISE 44209 , 1972 , Germany

"Grand Wazoo" is the 1972 jazz fusion album by Frank Zappa. Composed and recorded during Zappa's period of convalescence following his assault in London

THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION - Just Another Band from L.A. ( Germany ) 12" Vinyl LP

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Reprise Records – REP 44 179 ( MS 2075 ) , 1972 , Germany

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THE MOTHERS - Just Another Band from L.A. ( UK ) 12" Vinyl LP

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Reprise Records K 44179 , 1972 , UK

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FRANK ZAPPA & MOTHERS OF INVENTION - One Size Fits All 12" Vinyl LP

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DiscReet Records DIS 59207 (Z) , 1975 , Germany

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THE MOTHERS - Over-Nite Sensation 12" Vinyl LP

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DISCREET DIS 41000 , 1973 , Germany

This album "Over-Nite Sensation" is the seventeenth studio album by Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention. Released on 7 September 1973, it was followed by Zappa's solo album Apostrophe (') (1974), which was recorded during the same sessions.

THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION - Uncle Meat 12" Vinyl LP

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Reprise MS 2024/1 , 1969 , Germany

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THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION - We're only in for the Money 12" Vinyl LP

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VERVE Records V6-5045 / MGS 1250 , 1968 , USA

"We're only in for the Money USA FOC" is the third studio album by The Mothers of Invention. Released on 4 March 4 1968 on Verve Records

THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION - Weasels Ripped my Flesh 12" Vinyl LP

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REPRISE RS 2028 , 1969 , Germany

"Weasels Ripped my Flesh" and is the second posthumous Mothers album released after the band disbanded in 1969,

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