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Disc 01
 01. "The Central Scrutinizer" 02. "Joe's garage" 03. "Catholic girls" 04. "Crew slut" 05. "Fembot in a wet T-Shirt" 06. "On the bus" 07. "why does it hurt when I pee?" 08. "Lucille has messed my mind up" 09. "Scrutinizer Postlude" 10. "A token of my extreme" 11. "Stick it out" 12. "Sy borg"
Disc 02
01. "Dong work for Yuda" 02. "Keep It Greasey" 03. "Outside now" 04. "He used to cut the grass" 05. "Packard goose" 06. "Watermelon in easter hay" 07. "A Little Green Rosetta"
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| Description: | Joe's Garage Acts I, Ii & Iii by The Mothers Frank Zappa, released 20 September 2012, includes the following tracks: "Catholic Girls", "Fembot In A Wet T-Shirt Nite", "Why Dow It Hurt When I Pee?", "Scrutinizer Postlude" and more.
This version of Joe's Garage Acts I, Ii & Iii comes as a 2xCD. - Originally released in 1987, this is the reissue? Back cover ?
These albums originally released 1979.
all selections controlled Worldwide by the Zappa Family Trust, dba Munchkin Music.
©? 1979, mmxii Zappa Family Trust.
Mastered by Doug Sax with Robert Hadley and Sangwook "Sunny" Nam at The Mastering Lab, Inc., 2012.
Under exclusive license to Universal Music Enterprises, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Made in the EU. Distributed by Universal Music Distribution.
This is Zappa Family Archival Matter In Living Ylem.
Source: Original 1979 Analog Master.
This is Official Releases #28 & #29.
? Booklet BK01 ?
complete lyrics
? Booklet BK02 ?
2012:
Vaultmeisterment & Analog Transfers by Joe Travers, March 2012, UMRK.
DSD signal path: Ampex ATR-102/Meitner Mark II A/D Converter via Sonoma Digital Workstation.
studios: Village Recorders ?B? & Ken-Dun ?D?
Some earlier pressings have a "sound glitch" on CD 2, Watermelon In Easter Hay, minute 5:53"Joe's Garage Acts 1, 2 & 3" on CD brings together Frank Zappa's complete satirical rock opera in a comprehensive edition that has become a cornerstone in his discography. Across all three acts, Zappa tells the story of Joe, a young guitarist whose life is shaped and distorted by censorship, authoritarian control, and the absurdities of the music industry. Musically, the album spans intricate guitar work, progressive rock structures, jazz-fusion elements, and vocal theatrics, all tied together by Zappa's sharp sense of humor and social critique. This CD edition offers the full narrative arc in one place, making it ideal for both dedicated Zappa fans and new listeners who want to experience the work as an uninterrupted musical and conceptual journey.
The production showcases Zappa's trademark attention to detail: sophisticated arrangements, precise ensemble playing and extended instrumental passages, especially his highly regarded guitar solos. Lyrically, "Joe's Garage Acts 1, 2 & 3" explores themes such as freedom of expression, religious fanaticism, surveillance, and the commercialization of art, all wrapped in provocative, sometimes absurd storytelling. The album is often cited as one of Zappa's most ambitious conceptual works and remains a reference point for concept albums that blend rock, satire and experimental music.
Frank Zappa was one of the most innovative and influential composers, guitarists and bandleaders in rock history. Known for his prolific output that spanned rock, jazz, classical and avant-garde, he built a reputation for fearless experimentation and biting social commentary. Over his career he released dozens of albums, earned a dedicated global following, and influenced generations of musicians with his complex compositions and his refusal to conform to commercial expectations. His live performances, extensive studio work and continual stylistic evolution have made him a lasting icon of musical independence.
The CD is released by Universal, one of the world's leading music companies with a vast catalog that ranges from legendary rock classics to contemporary chart-toppers. Universal is known for maintaining high standards in audio production, reissues and catalog management, helping to keep important works such as Frank Zappa's albums available to a wide audience. With its international distribution network and longstanding experience in preserving and presenting key recordings, Universal contributes to ensuring that "Joe's Garage Acts 1, 2 & 3" can be discovered and rediscovered in high-quality editions for many years to come. |
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| Producer: |
Frank Zappa |
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| No. of tracks: |
19 |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
0238612 |
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