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Always a prolific, restless artist, Frank Zappa was constantly recording. The songs on his 1979 release SLEEP DIRT, which stem from as early as 1974, were originally intended for release on a planned four-platter package, but when the record company balked, they were eventually issued separately. Drawing on the talents of such stalwart accompanists as George Duke, Ruth Underwood, and Terry Bozzio, SLEEP DIRT is an intricate, multi-textured record. Initially all instrumental, the CD version was released with soprano vocalist Thana Harris on three tracks.
SLEEP DIRT opens with "Filthy Habits," a minor-key, somewhat Spanish-sounding workout. The stately, keyboard-dominated "Flambay" follows, with tinkling marimbas and lyrical bass work, sequing into "Spider of Destiny." These are not so much songs as compositions, mini-operas composed of distinct, often skewed melodic runs. "Time is Money" features the distinctive jazzy, intricate excursions that characterize much of Zappa's "serious" work, but the title track is a surprisingly gentle acoustic number featuring FZ's lovely guitar playing. With its five songs sprawling unhurriedly; this is serious stuff, despite punning titles like "Regyptian Strut" and "The Ocean is the Ultimate Solution."
Digitally remastered by Bob Stone.
Personnel: Frank Zappa (vocals, guitar, keyboards, percussion); George Duke (vocals, keyboards); Thana Harris (vocals); James "Bird Legs" Youman (guitar); Napoleon Murphy Brock (saxophone); Bruce Fowler (brass); Ruth Underwood (keyboards, percussion); Chester Thompson , Terry Bozzio, Chad Wackerman (drums).
Audio Remasterer: Bob Stone.
Recording information: 1974-1976.
Unknown Contributor Role: Frank Zappa.
Arranger: Frank Zappa.
Personnel includes: Frank Zappa (guitar, keyboards, percussion); Thana Harris (vocals); Bruce Fowler (trombone); George Duke (keyboards); Ruth Underwood (marimba, vibraphone, percussion); Dave Parlato, Patrick O'Hearn, James Youman (bass); Chester Thompson, Terry Bozzio, Chad Wackerman (drums).
Frank Zappa Sleep Dirt Songs | 1. | Filthy Habits |
| 2. | Flambay |
| 3. | Spider of Destiny |
| 4. | Regyptian Strut |
| 5. | Time Is Money |
| 6. | Sleep Dirt |
| 7. | Ocean Is the Ultimate Solution, The |
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Sleep Dirt Music Review Average Rating: (3.5 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews Loved the original vinyl!
I have to admit I was a little deflated when I bought the remastered CD and had to 'listen through' the vocals on most of the songs to hear the musiacl prowess of lord Zappa. I wished I had better preserved the vinyl that I wore through in high school! But, regardless Sleep Dirt is valid musical genius in either form. Maybe I will get a personal concert from the master himself when I get to heaven!
Submitted by Carol Ann (San Diego, CA, USA)
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Great Instrumentally.....
I can't say I've ever heard the totally instumental version, but I think I need to. I don't care for the vocals at all, and prefer to usually skip those tracks, although the music behind the vocals has at times caught my attention. The tracks that are purely instrumental are great, with the first and last songs being pure Zappa genius!
CRANK SOME FRANK!
Submitted by Willy (Albany NY)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No  Flambay...
What do you mean ? I did not know of the original instrumental album. I heard first the "ruining vocals" one....
I think exactly the opposite. No way to listen to Flambay without that fantastic singer ! She rules, at least on this song (and Time is money too). I am not fond of singers and 90% of what I listen is instrumental, but you should not be so "integrist", I still do not understand how the singing part of Flambay can be bashed........???
Submitted by George Weah (Castellón, Spain)
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Instrumental FZ at his best...
Having been a FZ fan for many years, I would have to say that Sleep Dirt is one of my favorite albums. As for the CD, well...I wasn't too thrilled to hear vocals on several of the tracks when I purchased that version a few years back. I'm not sure what ol' Frank was thinking when he decided to do that, but I still have to respect his diverse ways. Guess that's what's always made his music so interesting. I'm glad I've got it on vinyl though. As far as I'm concerned...it's a collector's item!
Submitted by alvarado621 (Albany, NY, USA)
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THE VOCALS RUIN THIS CD! THE VINYL AND THE TAPE WERE 100% INSTRUMENTAL. THE BARKING PUMKIN SHOULD GIVE ZAPPA FANS A CHOICE! BUY THE ORIGINAL GREAT INSTRUMENTAL OR BUY THIS DISMAL VOCAL RENDITION.
Submitted by vcalbat (ANAheim, CA)
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