FRANK ZAPPA - ZOOT ALLURES 12" LP VINYL

- German Release From 1976

This is the 1976 rock album by Frank Zappa. This was Zappa's only release on the Warner Bros. Records label. Due to a lawsuit with his former manager Herb Cohen Frank Zappa's recording contract was temporarily re-assigned from DiscReet Records to Warner Bros.

 

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"Zoot Allures" Album Description:

In the vibrant musical landscape of 1976, one album emerged as a standout, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. Frank Zappa's "Zoot Allures," released as a 12" LP vinyl in Germany, not only contributed significantly to the era's musical tapestry but also achieved commendable commercial success.

Released during a period marked by diverse musical experimentation, "Zoot Allures" showcased Frank Zappa's unparalleled talent as a musician, composer, and provocateur. Known for his avant-garde approach to music, Zappa brought together elements of rock, jazz, and classical genres in a unique fusion that captivated audiences.

The album's release in Germany added a distinct European flavor to its reception. Zappa's eccentricity resonated with the avant-garde sensibilities of the time, finding a receptive audience in Germany's eclectic music scene. The LP's availability in the German market contributed to its international reach, solidifying Zappa's position as a global musical icon.

Commercially, "Zoot Allures" fared remarkably well, achieving notable success on various charts. The album's dynamic tracks, such as the iconic "Black Napkins" and the title track "Zoot Allures," demonstrated Zappa's mastery of intricate compositions and innovative soundscapes. These musical gems not only entertained but also challenged conventional notions of what music could be.

What sets "Zoot Allures" apart is Zappa's ability to seamlessly blend complex musical arrangements with satirical and thought-provoking lyrics. The album serves as a testament to his fearless exploration of musical boundaries, creating an immersive experience for listeners. Each track unfolds like a sonic adventure, inviting the audience to delve into the depths of Zappa's musical imagination.

In the context of its release period, "Zoot Allures" stands as a landmark achievement in the ever-evolving landscape of 1970s music. Frank Zappa's visionary approach and the album's international appeal have left an enduring legacy, influencing subsequent generations of musicians and cementing its status as a classic in the pantheon of musical innovation.

Album Description & Collectors information:
 

 

This is the 1976 rock album by Frank Zappa. This was Zappa's only release on the Warner Bros. Records label. Due to a lawsuit with his former manager Herb Cohen Frank Zappa's recording contract was temporarily re-assigned from DiscReet Records to Warner Bros.

Collector Notes: Genuine (Original) 1976 German pressing, WB 56298, Record label has "Burbank Home of Warner..." printed near 12 O'Clock, "A Warner Bros Recording..." printed near 8 O'Clock, Album Back Cover has Z printed on upper right corner, first track is listed as "Wind Up Working..."
Music Genre:
 Rock, Jazz Rock, Fusion Rock 
Album Production Information:
 

The album: "FRANK ZAPPA - Zoot Allures" was produced by: Frank Zappa

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): MIchael Braunstein, Davey Moire

This album was recorded at: Record Plant, Los Angeles

Album cover design: Cal Schenkel

Album cover photography: Gary Heery

Label Information:
 Warner Bros WB 56298
Packaging_This album "FRANK ZAPPA - Zoot Allures" includes the original company inner sleeve .
Media Format:
 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  
Year & Country:
 1976 Made in Germany
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: FRANK ZAPPA - Zoot Allures
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Frank Zappa – guitar
  • Terry Bozzio – drums, backing vocals
  • Davey Moiré – lead vocals
  • Andre Lewis – organ
  • Roy Estrada – bass guitar
  • Napoleon Murphy Brock – saxophone & vocals
  • Ruth Underwood – synthesizer
  • Captain Beefheart – harmonica (credited as "Donnie Vliet")

    Captain Beefheart (Full-name: Don Van Vliet ) Captain Beefheart was the pseudonym of Don Van Vliet (1941-2010), an American musician, singer, and artist. He was best known as the frontman of the experimental rock group Captain Beefheart and His Magic Band, which he formed in the 1960s. Captain Beefheart's music was characterized by its eclectic and unconventional style, blending elements of blues, avant-garde, and psychedelic rock. He was known for his distinctive and often abstract vocals, as well as his innovative approach to composition and arrangement. Captain Beefheart retired from music in the 1980s to focus on painting and died in 2010 from multiple sclerosis.

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    The origin of Captain Beefheart's stage name is uncertain, but there are several theories. According to one story, it was inspired by a passing comment made by a friend about a drawing that Don Van Vliet (Captain Beefheart) had created. The friend reportedly said the drawing looked like a "captain's hat" and the "beef heart" of a steer. Another theory is that the name was a reference to a fictional character created by Van Vliet, who was depicted as a bluesman with a heart made of beef. However, Van Vliet himself was often cryptic and evasive when asked about the origin of his stage name, adding to the mystery surrounding it.

    Don Van Vliet was born in Glendale, Los Angeles, California, United States on 15/01/1941. He was the first child of Glen Alonzo Vliet 27/06/1909 and Willie Sue Warfield 03/09/1913.

    When he was 25 years old, his father Glen Alonzo Vliet died (10/02/1966). When he was 66 years old, his mother Willie Sue Warfield died (20/02/2007).

    On 17/12/2010, he died in Arcata, Humboldt, California, United States when he was 69 years old. In Dec 2010, he was buried in Trinidad Cemetery, Trinidad, Humboldt, California, United States.

  • Ruben Ladron de Guevara – backing vocals
  • Dave Parlato – bass guitar
  • Lu Ann Neil – harp
  • Sparky Parker – backing vocals
Complete Track-listing of the album "FRANK ZAPPA - Zoot Allures"

The detailed tracklist of this record "FRANK ZAPPA - Zoot Allures" is:

    Track-listing Side One:
  1. "Wind Up Workin' in a Gas Station" 2:29
  2. "Black Napkins" 4:15
  3. "The Torture Never Stops" 9:45
  4. "Ms. Pinky" 3:40
    Track-listing Side Two:
  1. "Find Her Finer" 4:07
  2. "Friendly Little Finger" 4:17
  3. "Wonderful Wino" (Simmons, Zappa) 3:38
  4. "Zoot Allures" 4:12
  5. "Disco Boy" 5:11

 

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"Zoot Allures" Record Label Details: Warner Bros WB 56 298 ℗ 1976 Warner Bris Sound Copyright

"Zoot Allures" Record Label Details: Warner Bros WB 56 298 ℗ 1976 Warner Bris Sound Copyright

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FRANK ZAPPA - 200 Motels (1971, Germany) 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA - 200 Motels (1971, Germany) album front cover vinyl record

United Artists Records UAS 29 218 XD , 1971 , Germany

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FRANK ZAPPA & MOTHERS OF INVENTION - 200 Motels TMOQ Green Vinyl (1971, USA) 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA & MOTHERS OF INVENTION - 200 Motels TMOQ Green Vinyl (1971, USA) album front cover vinyl record

TMOQ TradeMark Of Quality , 1971 , USA

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FRANK ZAPPA - Apostrophe (1974, Germany) 12" Vinyl LP
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DISCREET DIS 59201 , 1974 , Germany

Frank Zappa's 1974 cult classic "Apostrophe" on 12" vinyl. Features Zappa staples like "Don't Eat the Yellow Snow" & a stellar band with Jean-Luc Ponty & Napoleon Murphy Brock.

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FRANK ZAPPA - As An Am 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA - As An Am album front cover vinyl record

FOO-EEE RI-70537  

"As an Am" features recordings from three separate shows. Track 1 is from May 19, 1981 at Rockline, KLOS-FM, Los Angeles, California; tracks 2 and 3 are from May 21, 1982 at Sporthalle, Cologne, Germany and tracks 4-6 are from October 31, 1981 at The Palladium, New York City.

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FRANK ZAPPA - Bobby Brown b/w Stick it Out 7" Vinyl Single
FRANK ZAPPA - Bobby Brown b/w Stick it Out album front cover vinyl record

CBS S 8216   , 1979 , Germany

"Bobby Brown" is a satirical and humorous song that explores the life of the titular character, touching on themes of narcissism and societal expectations.

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FRANK ZAPPA CAPTAIN BEEFHEART THE MOTHERS - Bongo Fury (1975, USA) 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA CAPTAIN BEEFHEART THE MOTHERS - Bongo Fury (1975, USA) album front cover vinyl record

LaDISCREET DS 2234 / 31,936 bel , 1975 , USA

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FRANK ZAPPA - Chunga's Revenge (Three International Releases) 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA - Chunga's Revenge (Three International Releases)  album front cover vinyl record

Zappa's first effort of the 1970s marks the first appearance of former Turtles members Flo & Eddie on a Zappa record, and signals the dawn of a controversial epoch in Zappa's history

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FRANK ZAPPA - Freaks And Motherfu*#@%! 12" LP
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FOO-EEE RI 70539  

"Freaks and Motherfu*#@%! 12" Vinyl LP Album" captures a memorable live performance at Fillmore East, New York City, on 13 November 1 1970. The album features a blend of Zappa's unique musicality and humor, with tracks like "Call Any Vegetable" and "Wino Man" showcasing his avant-garde style. This LP offers a glimpse into Zappa's experimental genius during that era

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FRANK ZAPPA & THE MOTHERS - Grand Wazoo (1972, Germany) 12" LP
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REPRISE 44209 , 1972 , Germany

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FRANK ZAPPA - Guitar (1988, USA) 12" 2LP
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Barking Pumpkin Records D1-74212  , 1988 , USA

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FRANK ZAPPA - Hot Rats (Two Different Versions from Germany) 12" LP
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This was released in October 1969. Five of the six songs are instrumental ("Willie the Pimp" features a short vocal by Captain Beefheart). It was Zappa's first recording project after the dissolution of the original Mothers of Invention.

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FRANK ZAPPA & MOTHERS OF INVENTION - In Europe / Inspiration WorldWhite (1971, Holland) 12" LP
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WORLDWHITE Hi-Fi Concert Serie WWA 13 , 1971 , Holland

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FRANK ZAPPA - Joe's Garage Act I (1979, Holland) 12" LP
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CBS 86101 , 1979 , Holland

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FRANK ZAPPA & Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra - Lumpy Gravy (1968, GB) 12" LP
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VERVE 2317 046 , 1968 , UK (United Kingdom)

"Lumpy Gravy "is the debut solo album by Frank Zappa, recorded with a group of session players he dubbed the Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra.

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FRANK ZAPPA - The Man From Utopia (1983, Holland) 12" LP
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CBS 25251 , 1983 , Holland

The album is named after a 1950s song, written by Donald and Doris Woods, which Zappa covers as part of "The Man from Utopia Meets Mary Lou".

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FRANK ZAPPA - Meets the Mothers of Prevention (1985, USA) 12" LP
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Barking Pumpkin Records ST-74203 , 1985 , USA

The album's title is a reference to the lobby group, the PMRC, who were campaigning to require record companies to put warning stickers on albums they considered offensive, and to Zappa's former band, The Mothers of Invention.

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FRANK ZAPPA & MOTHERS OF INVENTION - One Size Fits All FOC (1975, Germany) 12" LP
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DiscReet Records DIS 59207 (Z) , 1975 , Germany

" One Size Fits All FOC" is the 1975 rock album by Frank Zappa The album features the final version of The Mothers of Invention, with George Duke, Chester Thompson, Ruth Underwood, Tom Fowler and Napoleon Murphy Brock.

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FRANK ZAPPA - Orchestral Favorites 12" LP
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Discreet Records DSK 2294 , 1979 , USA

"Orchestral Favorites 12" is the original release capturing live recordings of the "Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra" at Royce Hall, UCLA in 1975

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FRANK ZAPPA - Piquantique Stockholm 1973 12" LP
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FOO-EEE RI 60544

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AMAZING KORNYFONE (aka KORNYPHONE) , 1971

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FRANK ZAPPA & MOTHERS OF INVENTION - Roxy & Elsewhere (1974, USA) 12" 2LP
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DISCREET 2DS 2202 31,792 , 1974 , USA

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FRANK ZAPPA - Saarbrücken 1978 12" 2LP
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FOO-EEE RI-70543

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FRANK ZAPPA - Sheik Yerbouti (Two European Releases) 12" 2LP
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Known for its satirical lyrics and complex compositions, "Sheik Yerbouti" offers a unique blend of rock, jazz, and humor that has made it a classic in Zappa's discography.

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FRANK ZAPPA - Ship Arriving Too Late to Save a Drowning Witch (1982, Holland) 12" Vinyl LP
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CBS 85804 , 1982 , Holland

This album features five tracks composed by Zappa, and one song, "Valley Girl", co-written with Moon Unit Zappa, his daughter, who provided the spoken monologue mocking some of the Valley girls at her school

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FRANK ZAPPA - Shut Up 'N Play Yer Guitar Box-set (1981, Holland) 12" Vinyl 3LP
FRANK ZAPPA - Shut Up 'N Play Yer Guitar 3LP Box-set (1981, Holland)  album front cover vinyl record

  CBS 66368 , 1981 , Holland

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FRANK ZAPPA - Them Or Us (Two European Editions) 12" Vinyl LP
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The album opens with "The Closer You Are", a soulful cover that showcases Zappa's versatility. His rendition of this classic by The Channels brings a new dimension to the song, setting the tone for the auditory adventure that follows.

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FRANK ZAPPA - Tinsel Town Rebellion DLP FOC (1981, Holland) 12" Vinyl LP
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CBS 88516 , 1981 , Holland

"Tinsel Town Rebellion" was conceived by Zappa after he scrapped the planned albums "Warts and All" and "Crush All Boxes", and it contains tracks that were intended for those albums.

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FRANK ZAPPA 'Tis The Season To Be Jelly , Live in Sweden 1967 (Unofficial / Bootleg) 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA 'Tis The Season To Be Jelly , Live in Sweden 1967 (Unofficial /Bootleg) album front cover vinyl record

FOO-EEE RI 70542 , 1967 , Stockholm

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FRANK ZAPPA - Unmitigated Audacity (Unofficial / Bootleg) album front cover vinyl record

FOO-EEE RI-70540

Unmitigated Audacity 12" Vinyl LP Album captures the energy of Frank Zappa's live performance at the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, on 12 May 1974. This album features an eclectic mix of Zappa's iconic tracks,

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FRANK ZAPPA - Waka / Jawaka - Hot Rats (1972, USA) 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA - Waka / Jawaka - Hot Rats (1972, USA)  album front cover vinyl record

REPRISE 44209 , 1972 , Germany

"Waka Jawaka" is the jazz-influenced precursor to The Grand Wazoo (November 1972), and as the front cover indicates, sequel of sorts to 1969's Hot Rats. According to Zappa, the title "is something that showed up on a Ouija board at one time."

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FRANK ZAPPA - You Are What You Is (1981, Holland) 12" Vinyl LP
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CBS 88560 , 1981 , Holland

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FRANK ZAPPA - Zoot Allures (Two European Releases) 12" Vinyl LP
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"Zoot Allures" was Zappa's only release on the Warner Bros. Records label. Due to a lawsuit with his former manager Herb Cohen Frank Zappa's recording contract was temporarily re-assigned from DiscReet Records to Warner Bros.

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