DanteCruciani

It’s one of the five most beautiful albums by Frank. To be honest, I would have liked to write this review myself at some point... but it wasn’t easy, and you relieved me of that task. I believe that in particular, in waka/jawaka, we can clearly trace Zappa’s desire to embody the role of a modern American composer: music that is absolutely refined and top-notch, yet easily accessible to people with a series of delightful and catchy passages and melodies. In short, does a certain Gershwin ring a bell? It might be a bold comparison, but perhaps not too far off. At least, that's always been my thought regarding some of Zappa’s work (see the same the grand wazoo), and I believe he himself worked hard in this direction. Of course, the good Frank hasn’t attained the notoriety of Gershwin, unfortunately; modern elitist criticism has often dismissed and overlooked Frank’s work, due to his aspiration to be, perhaps, a more modern Gershwin, not closing the door at all to rock and experimentation... Anyway, here Frank achieves his objective by entrusting the main role to the brass section and the rock/jazz drumming of the good old Dunbar... In short, listen to the transition from the third track to the final waka/jawaka: IT’S HAUNTING! The last track of the album is perhaps Zappa’s highest peak in the context of what has been discussed before...

It was obvious: you get both this one and that one....... but better that one.... ;)

It’s true: go to ondarock because there’s something really interesting there.....gudbai!

to reconnect with Daniele and Alfredo: I wouldn't forget "Berlin" by Lou Reed (but there would be too many to mention).....

Spending words on this record would be superfluous, but I’ll do it anyway: this.........no, it would be superfluous. Just a little mention of the hilarious Keith Moon, in the film as, if I'm not mistaken, the uncle. Great review, Kosmogabri.... ;)

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aahh ahhh! I've never seen this cover, but I thank princess for the great laughs I've had......oh yes, a lot of water has passed under the bridges since the days of eruption and the dear old van halen..... well, every time I come across that milestone which is the video of california girls reimagined by Mr. lee roth, I can't help but smile.........wow, what a character! By the way princess, I found this review really excellent. Best regards!

...and consider this, I leave you the honor of reviewing it... :)

Yes, I agree Muso, but it is challenging if you don't have at least an ear somewhat accustomed to certain "freer" sounds, let's say... it's certainly not the first album by Faust, that's for sure. However, it is recommended for any music lover who doesn't stop at the more accessible and well-known rock, as well as for all the various curious minds: it's an album that, in general, should be listened to at least once, you know!

Anyway, the captain's greatest album remains Trout Mask Replica... but perhaps the most accessible for everyone is Safe as Milk (1967), as well as being beautiful.