Description
Frank Zappa – Apostrophe (‘) – 180 Gram Vinyl Record
Apostrophe (‘) is an album by American musician Frank Zappa, released on March 22, 1974.
The album encompasses a variety of musical styles, showcasing Frank Zappa’s eclectic approach to music. It includes elements of rock, jazz, fusion, and humor.
‘Don’t Eat the Yellow Snow’: The album opens with this suite of songs, known for its humorous narrative and musical complexity, ‘Cosmik Debris’: A satirical song addressing societal issues and featuring intricate instrumentation and ‘Stink-Foot’: The closing track, notable for its funky groove and Zappa’s distinctive guitar work.
Apostrophe (‘) is part of Zappa’s larger conceptual continuity, with recurring characters and themes found in his discography. Frank Zappa served as the producer of the album.
Apostrophe (‘) received positive reviews from critics, who praised its musical complexity, humor, and Zappa’s guitar prowess. The album was a commercial success and remains one of Zappa’s best-selling and most well-known works. Apostrophe (‘) won the Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for the song ‘Don’t Eat the Yellow Snow.’
The album is often cited as a highlight in Frank Zappa’s extensive discography. It has endured as a fan favorite and is considered one of his essential albums.
Apostrophe (‘) is an example of Frank Zappa’s ability to blend humor, social commentary, and virtuosic musical performances. It captures the diverse range of influences and genres that characterize Zappa’s unique approach to music.
Mastered directly from the original 1974 1/4’ stereo analog master tape, September 2010
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Don’t Eat The Yellow Snow
Nanook Rubs It
St. Alfonzo’s Pancake Breakfast
Father O’Blivion
Cosmik Debris
Excentrifugal Forz
Apostrophe
Uncle Remus
Stink-Foot
