LP SEALED FRANK ZAPPA BROADWAY THE HARD WAY 1988 BARKING PUMPKIN OR PRESS NO C/O
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"Broadway The Hard Way" (D1-74218) is a live album by Frank Zappa, released in 1988 on his Barking Pumpkin Records label. The album was compiled from various performances during his 1988 world tour, which was his last before he retired from the road. This particular catalog number, D1-74218, refers to the US LP release.
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Political and Social Satire: The album is a powerful and biting collection of satirical songs that take aim at contemporary political and social figures and trends. Zappa's lyrics target a wide range of subjects, including televangelists like Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker and Pat Robertson ("Jesus Thinks You're a Jerk"), politicians like Jesse Jackson ("Rhymin' Man"), and the culture of celebrity ("Elvis Has Just Left the Building").
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The 1988 Tour: The album captures the sound of Zappa's final and highly acclaimed 1988 touring band, which was a large, 11-piece ensemble of virtuoso musicians. The band was capable of playing a vast repertoire of over 100 songs, and the album's sound is characterized by its tight, precise musicianship and complex arrangements, often incorporating horns and intricate percussion.
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Musical Mix: The album features a mix of new compositions, updated versions of older Zappa songs, and a few unexpected covers. The most famous of these covers is "Murder by Numbers" by The Police, which features a guest appearance by Sting. Zappa also uses a variety of musical quotes and genres within his own songs, blending elements of rock, jazz, and even a rap track ("Promiscuous").
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Legacy: "Broadway The Hard Way" is a significant entry in Zappa's discography, serving as a political statement and a testament to his final touring band's immense talent. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast Show Album, which Zappa found ironic given that it was a live rock album.
- 1988 LP Released on Barking Pumpkin Records # D1-74218 (Stereo). .
- This is a Sealed Gatefold Album and will Provide you with Brilliant Sound Quality from your Player. No cut out marks.
LISTEN “Elvis Has Just Left The Building”
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