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Epicurus.com - The Grand Wazoo
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List Price: $11.98
Our Price: $10.99
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Manufacturer: Zappa Records
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0014431051722
Format: Original recording remastered
Label: Zappa Records
Manufacturer: Zappa Records
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Zappa Records
Release Date: 1995-05-16
Studio: Zappa Records
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Editorial Reviews:
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Japanese exclusive reissue of 1973 album, packaged in a miniature LP sleeve.
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Summary: My Kind of Zappa
Comment: This album comes out of my collection and onto my CD player or iPod playlist every few years, and it never disappoints. Of the three early-70s primarily instrumental albums, "The Grand Wazoo" features the biggest band and perhaps the most relaxed sound. Unlike other Zappa albums, this one is almost gimmick-free. Everything you hear on it seems to have been put there purely for musical value. The one song with lyrics, "For Calvin" does have some distorted and exaggerated vocal stylings, but as is sometimes the case with Zappa, they work beautifully here. Elsewhere, you'll hear some fantastic guitar work from Zappa, incredible electric piano work from George Duke, lots of fabulous horns especially Sal Marquez on trumpet. There is a merry sense of humor throughout much of this record, but there's a rare, for Zappa, lightness about it. No rants, no Brechtian confrontations, no strained nods to Varese -- just purely original, enjoyable music.
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Summary: Little Acknowledged Zappa Classic
Comment: Perhaps it was only nostalgia that made me purchase this CD, but I've never forgotten its jazzy melodies. I especially enjoy "Blessed Relief" which takes me back to those musically experimental, latter days of high school (1972-74). I can count this album as one of a handful that formed the basis of my appreciation of jazz.
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Summary: simply grand
Comment: I love Frank Zappa's instrumental/experimental period from the late 60's/early 70's. That's probably why I love the Grand Wazoo. While I haven't heard the entire disc, I can safely say this is one mighty fine album. These instrumental jams are atmospheric, adventurous and as creative as a jam can possibly be. The way Frank Zappa used to write music is just really incredible. Being experimental really *is* the way to go, for long-lasting satisfaction. While Hot Rats is his masterpiece, the Grand Wazoo is probably his next best album. Jamming done right!
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Summary: FZ On Jazz Fusion Steroids!
Comment: Three great Zappa jazz-fusion albums, Waka/Jawaka, Hot Rats and Grand Wazoo. The latter is the best of the three. All three are must-haves if you want to explore Zappa. Another must-have is Jazz From Hell but it's a challenging listen! There's one more must-have. Apostrophe is one of those rare instances where pop meets superb composing and musicianship. Much of Zappa material became silly anti-establishment expoitation and goofyness. Some of it became very popular and FZ made a fortune from it. More power to him I say!!
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Summary: Is This Phase II of Waka Jawaka?
Comment: I'm a big Zappa fan (actually saw the Roxy band in 1974 - eat your heart out). Anyway, in my humble but all important and all knowing opinion, The Grand Wazoo (with its glorious 21 piece jazz orchestra) and Waka Jawaka simply represent the best of Zappa's material from the 70s. Ok, we can throw Roxy and Elsewhere and Bongo Fury in there as well. Sure, Zappa had bands that sounded this good, most notably the Make A Jazz Noise Here band - but for some reason, this music just sounds more organic than that final touring band (which he regarded as his best band ever). There are 5 tracks on Grand Wazoo and they are all great. I have a particular fondness for the title track and the closing track, Blessed Relief. If you want to hear Zappa at his very best, you want The Grand Wazoo and Waka Jawaka. 'Nuff said.
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