- USA RS 6370 BLUE BIZARRE Records, Gatefold Album Cover
This album "Burnt Weeny Sandwich" is the album by the Mothers of Invention, released in 1970. It consists of both studio album and live recordsings.
Collectors info: Blue Bizarre record label with vacuum-pump (or whatever it may be), Warner Seven Arts. Stamper / Matrix codes (handwritten) "RS-6370-A 30975" / "RS-6370-B 30976"
Frank Zappa, the iconoclast of experimental rock, rarely took the predictable route. With The Mothers of Invention, his band of virtuoso misfits, Zappa broke genre barriers and mocked musical convention. "Burnt Weeny Sandwich," released in 1970, is a sonic testament to this wild, unconventional spirit.
Historical Context: A Snapshot of Zappa's Evolution
The late 1960s were a period of transition for Zappa. The original Mothers of Invention disbanded in 1969, and Zappa was exploring new musical directions. "Burnt Weeny Sandwich" acts as a bridge between eras—a kaleidoscopic mix of live recordings, studio experiments, and orchestral works, reflecting the chaotic energy of this pivotal moment.
Musical Exploration: A Journey Through Zappa's World
"Burnt Weeny Sandwich" is less a cohesive album and more a sonic collage. It careens from blistering live renditions of early Zappa staples like "The Little House I Used to Live In" to the absurdist spoken-word piece "Valarie." Avant-garde orchestral compositions, like "Igor's Boogie," sit alongside the bluesy guitar showcase of "Holiday in Berlin."
This eclectic mix perfectly demonstrates Zappa's restless creativity. His band, featuring talents like multi-instrumentalist Ian Underwood, drummer Aynsley Dunbar, and bassist Jeff Simmons, seamlessly navigated these sonic shifts, a testament to their musicianship.
Controversies: Pushing Boundaries and Buttons
Zappa delighted in provocation. "Burnt Weeny Sandwich" is infused with his satirical wit, from the pointed political commentary of "WPLJ" (an assault on white-bread radio) to the album's title itself – a playful mockery of blues legend Eric Clapton's "White Room." This irreverent approach sometimes courted controversy, but also solidified Zappa's image as a fearless musical dissident.
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Blue Label Bizarre RS 6370
Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 280 gram
1970 Made in USA
This 12" LP vinyl music record comes comes in a Fold Open Cover (FOC), which is also also known as a Gatefold cover. The inner pages of this album cover contains photos, artwork.
Frank Zappa - Producer
John Williams - Album Cover Design
Cal Schenkel - Album Cover Art
Frank Zappa – organ, guitar, vocals
Jimmy Carl Black – percussion, drums
Roy Estrada – bass, backing vocals, Pachuco rap on WPLJ
Janet Ferguson – backing vocals on WPLJ
Bunk Gardner – horn, wind, trumpet
Billy Mundi - Drums (Uncredited, left group in December 1967)
Lowell George – guitar
Don Sugarcane Harris – violin on The Little House I Used to Live In
Don Preston – bass, piano, keyboards
Jim Sherwood – guitar, vocals, wind
Art Tripp – drums, percussion
Ian Underwood – guitar, piano, keyboards, wind
Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out ( eg pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone )
Verve V6-5013 / MGS-672 , 1967 , USA
Hold onto your sanity, freaks! Zappa and his Mothers of Invention are back to rip the seams of society wide open with "Absolutely Free." This ain't your mama's rock and roll – it's a carnival of musical madness, a satirical smackdown on consumerism, politics, and conformity.
Absolutely Free 12" Vinyl LPFOO-EEE RI 70538 , 1992 , USA
"The Ark" is a wild, unhinged ride through the mind of Frank Zappa and his Mothers of Invention. This 1969 live recording captures the band's raw energy and experimental spirit, showcasing a mix of funky grooves, avant-garde compositions, and psychedelic freakouts.
The Ark 12" Vinyl LPDISCREET DS 2234 / 31,936 , 1975 , USA
"Bongo Fury" captures a live recording of Frank Zappa and Captain Beefheart, backed by Zappa's band at the time, The Mothers of Invention. The live portions were meticulously recorded on 20th and 21st May 1975 at the legendary Armadillo World Headquarters in Austin, Texas.
BONGO FURY 12" Vinyl LPBizarre RS 6370 , 1970 , USA
"Burnt Weeny Sandwich" is less a cohesive album and more a sonic collage. It careens from blistering live renditions of early Zappa staples like "The Little House I Used to Live In" to the absurdist spoken-word piece "Valarie." Avant-garde orchestral compositions, like "Igor's Boogie,"
Burnt Weeny Sandwich 12" Vinyl LPVerve 2317 069 , 1968 , Gt. Britain
Zappa had a complex relationship with the pop music of his youth. He simultaneously loved and mocked its simplicity. "Cruising With Ruben & The Jets" allowed him to indulge his fascination with doo-wop harmonies and playful lyrics, while also injecting his trademark absurdist humor
Cruising with Ruben & The Jets 12" Vinyl LPReprise Records REP 44150 , 1971 , Germany
"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
Fillmore East June 1971 12" Vinyl LPVerve V6/5005-2 MGS 296 , 1969 , USA
"Freak Out!" is the first album by American band The Mothers of Invention, released June 27, 1966 on Verve Records. Often cited as one of rock music's first concept albums, the album is a satirical expression of frontman Frank Zappa's perception of American pop culture.
Freak Out! 12" Vinyl LPREPRISE 44209 , 1972 , Germany
Frank Zappa, a man of unparalleled musical imagination, unleashed his jazz-fusion masterpiece "The Grand Wazoo" in 1972. This ambitious work, along with its companion "Waka/Jawaka", represented a daring detour into the realms of big band composition and improvisation.
Grand Wazoo 12" Vinyl LPReprise Records – REP 44 179 ( MS 2075 ) , 1972 , Germany
From the opening strains of "Billy the Mountain," a sprawling, 24-minute satirical mini-opera about a sentient mountain and a talking tree, it's clear that this is not your average live album. The Mothers careen through a series of musical vignettes, each more outrageous than the last, blending absurdist humor
Just Another Band from L.A. ( Germany ) 12" Vinyl LPReprise Records K 44179 , 1972 , UK
The early 1970s found Frank Zappa in a period of transition. The original Mothers of Invention had disbanded in 1969, and Zappa began to shift his focus towards longer compositions with a heavier emphasis on jazz fusion elements. "Just Another Band From L.A." provides a bridge
Just Another Band from L.A. ( UK ) 12" Vinyl LPDiscReet Records DIS 59207 (Z) , 1975 , Germany
"One Size Fits All" is a testament to Frank Zappa's unyielding creative spirit and the sheer virtuosity of The Mothers of Invention. The album explodes with Zappa's signature blend of progressive rock, jazz fusion, intricate arrangements, and sardonic social commentary.
One Size Fits All 12" Vinyl LPDISCREET 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.
Over-Nite Sensation 12" Vinyl LPReprise MS 2024/1 , 1969 , Germany
"Uncle Meat" defies easy categorization. It's a collage of avant-garde jazz, spoken word, doo-wop parodies, classical music references, and Zappa's trademark satirical humor. All of this was pushed through a lens of experimental rock, creating a multi-layered, chaotic, and often bewildering listening experience.
Uncle Meat 12" Vinyl LPVERVE Records V6-5045 / MGS 1250 , 1968 , USA
One of the album's most notorious tracks, "Absolutely Free," is a biting satire of the free love movement, while "Flower Punk" lampoons the superficiality of hippie fashion. The album's title track itself is a cynical commentary on the music industry, with Zappa declaring, "We're only in it for the money."
We're only in for the Money 12" Vinyl LPREPRISE RS 2028 , 1969 , Germany
"Weasels Ripped My Flesh" is an album by American experimental rock band The Mothers of Invention, released in 1970. The band was formed by Frank Zappa, who was the primary composer and leader of the group. The album features a mix of musical styles, including rock, jazz, and avant-garde
Weasels Ripped my Flesh 12" Vinyl LP