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Zappa's 'Tastiest Tracks' Finally Hits Vinyl
1 Jun
Summary
- Frank Zappa's compilation 'ZAPPAtite' gets its first vinyl release.
- The album, originally released in 2016, arrives on wax July 17.
- This 2-LP set showcases Zappa's music across three decades and genres.
Frank Zappa's "ZAPPAtite - Frank Zappa's Tastiest Tracks" is finally making its way to vinyl for the first time. This highly anticipated release is scheduled for July 17. The compilation was initially available only on CD and digital formats when it first dropped in 2016.
The 2-LP set is divided into four sections: Appetizers, Entrées, Second Course, and Desserts. Ahmet Zappa, son of the legendary musician, described the collection as a "veritable smorgasbord of musicality" that captures a cross-section of his father's favorite songs.
This release serves as an inviting entry point into the more rock-oriented aspects of Zappa's diverse musical catalog. Spanning three decades of his recordings, "ZAPPAtite" features everything from straightforward rock to intricate jazz numbers, showcasing the broad range of his sound and style for both new and established fans.
