Recorded live over several nights at New York's Palladium in December 1976, this 1978 double album features Zappa's most accomplished band, the so-called "Tour de France" lineup. It's a sprawling, ambitious work, notable for its complex arrangements and humor.
- The album's original 1978 release on DiscReet Records was delayed due to a lawsuit between Zappa and his former manager.
- "The Illinois Enema Bandit," a notorious track featuring heated audience participation, is included here in a live version.
- The album reached number 53 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Frank Zappa was a singular American composer and performer known for his satirical commentary and ambitious musical structures. "Zappa in New York" captures Frank Zappa in his late 30s, between the releases of "Studio Tan" and "Sheik Yerbouti."
Tracklist
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