Sleep Dirt

Sound DNA

• Rock
• Prog Rock

• dense
• chaotic
• cerebral

About

Though this album, along with several others, was released by Frank Zappa's record label without his permission, it still stands as one of his finest achievements. A completely instrumental record upon its initial release and as presented here, <i>Sleep Dirt</i>, later released on CD with several vocal overdubs, shows signs of Miles Davis, Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, Robert Fripp, among the potential influences. It is a furious example of progressive rock, with several pieces defying any categorization at all. Most of the tracks were intended for release as part of the 4-LP <i>Lather</i> collection that the record company quashed, but which saw issue after Zappa's death. "Filthy Habits" sets the tone, with a seven-and-a-half minute astral projection that's simply sublime. "Flambay" hits the nightclub for Zappa's idea of jazz. The title track captures Zappa at his more subdued and introspective, which was always a highlight coming from a man so naturally outrageous. "The Ocean Is The Ultimate Solution" is more in tune with Zappa the innovative instrumental scavenger.

via Apple Music

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