Frank Zappa How Good are the Remaster

Lets dig into one of the Greatest :-)

[@bobromano3234]

In the case of Joe's Garage, the original was half-speed mastered and FZ was never happy with the results. Those may be the versions that are on Discogs for sick money. The new version (2012) is a revelation. In the case of Orchestral Favorites, they found the original tape with the tones to align the tape machine as well as using the original master tapes. After a legal battle the material was eventually released during on 4 individual albums in 1978 and 1979: Zappa In New York, Studio Tan, Sleep Dirt and Orchestral Favorites. Again Orchestral Favorites is revelatory in the new mastering. Previous CD and LP versions (Rykodisc/EMI) were often created using remixes that FZ did. The 2012 versions (the ones you are reviewing), in most cases, revert to the original versions using the original sources or as close as possible. For some fun, check out www.lukpac.org/~handmade/patio/vinylvscds/index.html It has the differences listed for each version and will tell you which ones (in the authors opinion) are the ones you NEED.

[@Michael45RPM]

Wow great Infos thx Bob

[@bmboldt]

I refer back to that link all of the time.

[@lubossuchanek3726]

Děkuji za předváděcí video Zappovych alb. Sám jsem rovněž Zappolog a pamětník šedesátých let. Sám jich dost vlastním.

[@ZappafansAchilles]

Frank dominates with Elmore James on the left and Stravinsky on the right. He uses the strangest tools to rule and reign. One of Frank Zappa's final performances is the blockbuster "G-Spot Tornado" that marks the end of the album. With this song he overcame his illness, marched on stage in Frankfurt, conducted the ensemble and received the greatest applause of his life. An artist like him will never appear again

[@deepindercheema4917]

DZ played Weasels in the same way as FZ did in 1969 at the same place ( Birmingham Town Hall) on the Hot Rats 50th anniv tour in Dec 2019, that was my last gig I went to.

[@catified2081]

Frank Zappa's catalog is the most intetesting music I have ever heard. I truly believe he was a modern composer that used rock n roll instruments. Once you understand that, his music is heard differently. I really don't think he wanted to use lyrics in this music but was forced to because he did need to sell records and that's what people want. Therefore a lot of his lyrics are very sarcastic and he was even mocking a lot of his own audience at times. There will only be one Frank Zappa!

[@VUmeters]

Love the video and I’m glad to see Zappa finally getting a vinyl video. I think they fly under the radar because they’re readily available, and decently priced. We all know that impossible to get exorbitantly priced vinyl sounds best.

[@Michael45RPM]

Here we the exception to this rule :-)

[@cemalsagnak7504]

Super Auswahl , ich besitze bereits drei aus diesem Video , danke für die Vorstellung

[@Michael45RPM]

Sehr gerne Cemal

[@ericarmstrong6540]

When I was an 8 year-old child I had the jarring experience of seeing "Weasels Ripped My Flesh" in my local record store. Seeing that cover at such a formative point in my life scarred me for life and for the most part explains what is wrong about me to this day...

[@Michael45RPM]

ROFL

[@markkopernicky3489]

Hello Michael, Fantastic video...being a dedicated Frank Zappa music collector I also think these reissues are fantastic. Great job by The Zappa Family Trust and Joe Travers. But as much as I love the vinyl reissues...the CD reissues are where the gold is...CD boxsets like The Hot Rats Sessions...or Lumpy Money. ..Meat Light...or even the new Mother's 1970 collection gives you a whole world of music that has been unreleased or versions not heard before. ..even full album remixes in Mono that frank made before he died. So yeah I love the vinyl ...but Zappa fans should really explore the CD reissues as well. Mark Anthony K Projekt Gemineye

[@GlenKellawayfromthebasement]

Michael..so cool you are showcasing Frank Zappa...I have been a fan since Freak Out came out..I saw the original Mother’s Of Invention in 1968...So many great albums..what a catalogue..You are motivating to get more of these on vinyl..looking for award to part two..👍👍❤️❤️Glen kellaway

[@chrisbodinsydney]

Interesting you did not mention "Hot Rats" and "Freak out!" which are in my opinion outstanding and very important.

[@tplank216]

Ladies and Gentlemen the President of the United States... he's been sick

[@JammJonKiebon]

Just wonderful so enjoyable you are the man thank you. It's great to see how much pleasure you derived from purchasing and listening to these masterpieces by the F.Z.

[@whitey7998]

Thanks Michael, for turning me on to the Zappa remasters. Had Sheik Yerbouti delivered today and it really does sound fantastic.

[@frogville]

Apostrophe is a great start point for Zappa newbies... maybe his most easily palatable album.... the nanook / don't eat yellow snow.... kids love that stuff.

[@KorbenDenver]

Thanks, Michael. You've quickly become one of my "go to" vinyl guru's. What kind of a guru are you anyway... lol! Wishing you the best from Colorado, USA!

[@chumauyamadu2053]

He got checked for prostate and was told he had nothing to worry about, so I believe the take away is to get multiple opinions

[@Michael45RPM]

Wow that´s even more terrible as i thought

[@stephencastro1437]

I think it is also his most accessible album, for those not familiar with his music (IMHO)!

[@JammJonKiebon]

Wonderful very enjoyable watching you and seeing how much joy you derived from these releases.

[@harryzlotzlottos5715]

Hello..Yes I have ‘Finer Moments’... Waiting for the full concert of the Royal Albert Hall to be released..A very historic live performance.. thanks for the show..And don’t forget...The present-day composer refuses to die.. great quote by Jim Black.. just kidding.

[@Markymarkvinylnut]

Thanks again Michael, Zappa was an incredible artist, an inspiration. Absolutely love Apostrophe. Story telling at its best!

[@NothingLikeVinyl]

In my opinion, the vinyl reissue campaign started by ZFT in 2013 is one of the very best I've heard. I hope they resume it soon since there are still many titles I really want to get from this campaign, particularly "The Grand Wazoo", "Bongo Fury" and "YCDTOSA Vol. 2".

[@simonzai7386]

Have people heard the extended version of ‘Uncle Remus’? Excellent.A song I have a story about proving how afraid of his music some people are.At a party once a friend put a mix CD on that began with said song and they listened to and liked the song but towards the end when I told them who it was he took the disc outside and smashed it! Shameful.I have caught out a number of friends before who hear say an instrumental track of his & insist they want a copy they like it that much but change their mind when I tell them who it is.Sad or what.I hope the remix on the new ‘Apostrophe’ is the full version?

[@jeremiahdrueke2610]

I had no idea these remasters existed until I saw "Over-Nite Sensation" at my local record shop last year. When I saw the Pallas sticker I was surprised and knew I had to get it. I finally grabbed "Hot Rats" last weekend and haven't taken it off my turntable. I think "Sheik Yerbouti" might be my next purchase based on your review, although I REALLY love "We're Only in it for the Money." Stupid budget! I love your videos!

[@Kezleu]

Frank zappa vinyl editions have become very rare. the zappa trust has reissued most of the albums, the work is very satisfying. Editing archives is always a good job. I have a large quantity at home in all formats. there is still work to be done.

[@daviddavies2615]

How strange, ahead of seeing this post today I'd dug out and listened to some of my FZ/Mothers albums (I have Freak Out, Uncle Meat, Hot Rats,Weasels, Guitar, & Burnt Weenie Sandwich (a favourite), in this series. All excellent. I also have the 1972 first UK issue of Ruben and the Jets and this sounds good. The remastered version might be better still though I'd like to see an audiophile vinyl release of the remastered and expanded Ruben and the Jets: 'Greasy Love Songs'.

[@paulb111]

I love...make that cherish...original mix of Ruben. What did you think of the FZ version he did years later, with the new bass and drums?

[@TheKwaze]

@@paulb111 No one ever mentions the other remixed parts for some reason. The new bass and drums are atrocious in my opinion. If they had at least tried to mix the sound better with all the backing tracks it would have helped, but they stand out like a chimney sweep with a pearl button as my mother in law would say.

[@8ight3thiry7even]

Get your prostates checked! Very treatable if caught early. Also picked up the remastered Hot Rats for $21.99 on Amazon. Very impressed.

[@terrywho22]

In translucent pink? Been thinking about getting that one as well.

[@popsandclicks]

Great records there, still missing a few in my collection, could get the remastered versions, looking forward for part two, have a great week and stay safe, cheers /Janne

[@Michael45RPM]

Not difficult to miss some Zappa Records :-)

[@crispyrobot77]

(whispering )"Hello Frank Zappaaaaaaaa"

[@paulb111]

that's either Dick Kunc or Gary Kellgren

[@paulb111]

@Zolar Czakl I guess we can imagine him whispering "Hello Lou Reeeeeeeeed"

[@paulb111]

@Zolar Czakl aw I love that bit of tid bit info. i'll be sharing that with my FZ buddy. Thanks!

[@TheRollingStoness]

Thanks.. Been waiting for ur opinion..👍👍

[@TheVinylverse]

Enjoyed this, Michael! I haven't picked up any of the reissues yet. It's good to hear you are saying to go for them at least the ones you showed in this video. I'm looking forward to part 2.

[@Michael45RPM]

Yes its great that we have those at our hands and/or reach

[@seamuscolgan7654]

A great video! I absolutely agree that this pressing of Sheik Yerbouti sounds simply tremendous.

[@jimjam579]

Once again thanks for all the great reviews You got so many I can’t keep up James H from San Antonio 😎😂😅

[@vinylizingprogger]

Glad you shared your thoughts. I have really been enjoying the remastered edition of Chunga's Revenge. Looking forward to part 2.

[@christianevans4449]

Thank you for your reviews. happy to see Zappa is still alive

[@renevw5812]

If there is one man who has a lot of albums, its Frank Zappa.

[@Michael45RPM]

Simply True :-)

[@paulb111]

He was a work-aholic, and that's not to be negative at all.

[@Batvolt]

You have a great Rance Mohamitz voice.

[@thomashowe5256]

Michael, good video. Still waiting to see more of your system.

[@Michael45RPM]

Those things needs time... there are already 2 videos out :-) the 3rd will come this month i think

[@DirkJensen]

Thanks Michael! I hope that Joe's Garage fits the pattern of these other titles and is really well done. I have the CD and would love the vinyl if it holds up to the others (I bet it will). I love Sheik Yerbouti too, so I'm glad to hear it meets your standards! Tschüß!

[@Michael45RPM]

You see/hear about it tomorrow same time :-)

[@cahabatunes380]

All of the records I have heard that Chris Bellman mastered sound great! I have the Metallica Black album that he remastered several years ago and it jumps out of my speakers. - Russ

[@fj103]

Thank you sir!!

[@JimMorrisonslizard]

Now who you jivin with that cosmik debris?

[@cclip46]

The slime coming from your TV set.

[@RocknRonni]

thanks Michael I agree to 2 titles i purchased are great

[@griftopiasvinylloungewithd5520]

I picked up Chungas Revenge as i always find a beat up copy in the wild. Sounds great. My brother got Burnt Weiny Sandwich. Also killer!

[@calvinwazoo]

You know I now have to find that Finer Moments release for my collection. Regarding Apostrophe, the Yellow Snow suite got quite a bit of radio play at the time, which probably was a major contributor to its popularity. I'm adding your FZ videos to my Zappa playlist. There are so many albums it may take me a couple years to complete my series Frank Zappa One Album At A Time, lol.

[@Michael45RPM]

complete Zappa... is That possible?

[@calvinwazoo]

@@Michael45RPM I am giving it an honest try, lol. I also have a bunch of digital bootlegs, I used to have a blog called Frank Zappa's Revenge and wrote about the official releases as well as bootlegs, and even that wasn't complete.

[@Michael45RPM]

but you try Thatś Whats Counts

[@paulb111]

Don't Eat The Yellow Snow Suite b/w Cosmik Debris was a single in 1974.

[@Megamare1]

Sheik yer Bouti is an absolute Zappa masterpiece IMHO #MusicIsTheBest

[@jasonelwoodphoto]

Frank wasn't sued for We're Only In It For the Money, but MGM was afraid of being sued after a long negotiation trying to get the rights to use the parody cover. So they reversed the inner and outer gatefolds so they could sleep at night.

[@Ed-Topo-108]

Great video Michael. There was a hideous remix of We’re Only In It For The Money released late on where Frank removed the original bass & drums (Estrada/Black/Mundi) and replaced them with Arthur Barrow & Chad Wackerman. There’s a rumour that the original master tapes were lost but I think he’d just drunk too much coffee!The original (hopefully your mix too) is incredible! A few I’d recommend if you’ve not got are Studio Tan & Grand Wazoo.

[@Michael45RPM]

thx Ed will get into them

[@dago87able]

He did that also with Cruisin with Ruben & the Jets (that I recall, maybe with more material from that era too).

[@DWHarper62]

Actually, the record company decided to release WOIFTM with the album cover inside out to avoid being sued by the Beatles as Paul McCartney let the lawyers decide instead of giving permission...

[@paulb111]

It was released yellow cover outside in the U.S. , but the yellow cover was inside in Europe, is that correct?

[@zeljangoljevscek8789]

God daaam! 💖

[@adrian1494]

What kind of outer jacket sleeves are you using for your gatefold records? Great video for Zappa fans new and old.

[@MOOeymania]

Any idea where these are available to order?

[@torbjornsjoberg6516]

Hi! You often relate to US dollar price and would be great forus in the EU. But,do You get great shipping fees too? When I am ordering from overseas I have to pay at least the double for shipping! One album 40 USD, Shipping 60 USD. How can you buy so much records from US, itis ruining me? No offense but please give some advice, Love your vlog! Best regards, Toby

[@lr2475]

Hallo Michael, cooles video. Sind das jeweils die neusten Remaster versionen oder gibt es da auch wieder grosse unterschiede? Gruss aus der schweiz✌

[@Michael45RPM]

Das sind die offiziellen Remaster vom Zappa family Trust

[@Brantflash]

Love Zappa !!! I wonder what he would think about our messed up planet in the 21st Century.... :{

[@Michael45RPM]

:-)

[@catified2081]

They irony is democrats that he supported so firmly are responsible for the rise of cancel culture that he was so sure the republicans were trying to impose in the 80's. He would be cancelled today in a milli second. LoL

[@tommycoopersmagiccarpetwea817]

Hearing Frank take on woke agenda/ cancel culture, and most of today's so-called top music "artists" wOuld be so good. There seems to be no one out there like him doing it.

[@cherrylady1999]

@@tommycoopersmagiccarpetwea817 I think about this all the time, what would Frank say about todays society

[@Ed-Topo-108]

Whilst Frank was clearly a musical genius I think he got obsessed in the 80’s by technology to the detriment of the sound production. I saw him in 84 and he and the band were blindingly amazing. The electronic kick & snare he made Chad Wackerman use ( and Scott Thunes’ flanged picked bass) just sounded lame. Obviously he was replicating the “rocking teenage combo” sound and possibly Devo. The drum production on “You Are What You Is” (David Logeman) and all earlier albums are much more natural and warmer ... in my opinion. 🥁

[@zolaarczakle]

There's none of it on Them or Us or on any of the '88 tour, which sounds fantastic.

[@Tubemanjac]

Until today i am not aware of any Zappa sheet-music compositions being performed by today's orchestras and/or bands. Can anybody explain this? I could make some assumptions but i'd rather leave it to be an open question here.

[@Ed-Topo-108]

The Aurora orchestra played G Spot Tornado & Gregerry Pecarry at Live BBC Proms concert. The BBC Symphony & Scottish Symphony both regularly play Zappa compositions. Ensemble Modern still perform his works. I’ve heard a few College Football marching bands playing his pieces too.

[@Tubemanjac]

@@Ed-Topo-108 Wow, i didn't know that, never too old to learn, thanks!

[@Ed-Topo-108]

@@Tubemanjac I’ve seen his pieces on Young Musician of the year too. Lots of people cover the Black Page (for percussion/drums) . There’s a few versions of “Girl in the Magnesium Dress”, never heard anyone try to play Mo’s Vacation (written for David Ocker)

[@Ed-Topo-108]

Peaches, Blessed Relief & Son Of Mr Green Genes have been in The Real Book since the 70’s. 🎺

[@Tubemanjac]

@@Ed-Topo-108 I remain in humility, thanks!

[@murielmcmahon6459]

I'd buy a Donny Osmond album if you recommended it.

[@serge96]

Any good remasters from Fleetwood Mac's Rumours and their self titled album?

[@Michael45RPM]

i Show a Great rumours remaster next week

[@serge96]

@@Michael45RPM Ok, thanks. Great band / album!

[@cezarvasile1635]

👌❤️👌

[@recordpirate]

I am thinking about getting Hot Rats 50th Anniversary Translucent Hot Pink, Pressed at Pallas. Re-Mastered by Bernie Grundman. The price is low (€15,99) that I am wondering if the quality is good.. Anyone comments on this particular pressing?

[@Michael45RPM]

it comes tomorrow

[@recordpirate]

This is why I love the VC!

[@christianevans4449]

Bought it. Did not like it. Buy the regular pressing please

[@marklatkowski9327]

It was eaten by snakes!

[@anthonybernard3689]

Do you ever buy CD's?

[@Michael45RPM]

Nope :-)

[@choicetuneage9390]

Maybe turn up the level on your audio recorder if possible. Your audio is consistently too low it seems. Thanks!

[@vinylrichie007]

By Apostrophe I was done with Zappa.

[@zolaarczakle]

Too bad, there's a lot of great stuff after that. What about Make A Jazz Noise Here for exemple?

[@paulb111]

how far did you make it for the stones or, if applicable, the Kinks? might as well throw in the Who too. stones I dropped off at some girls. kinks, it was a chore, but made it up to low budget. the who-nothing after who's next. made it all the way with frank.

[@vinylrichie007]

@@paulb111 I went up to Some Girls, skipped Emotional Rescue but did get Tattoo You. I skipped a few more but did get Steel Wheels. That was the last Stones album I bought. Lola is the last Kinks album that I listened to. Who’s Next is the last Who album that I bought but did pick up Who By Numbers and Qdadrophenia on CD.

[@MassiveLib]

The only recut I heard was Hot Rats and I didn't like it, too many over dubs. Especially the drumming unless I was tripping

[@bikemike1118]

Sorry... Zappa‘s music too awkward for my taste 🤷🏻

[@davidross7634]

Music - brilliant. Humor - nah.