Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation (2007)

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This episode focuses on Zappa's early 70s albums, Overnight Sensation (1973) and Apostrophy (') (1974). Together they encapsulate Zappa's extraordinary musical diversity and were also the 2 most commercially successful albums that he released in his prolific career. Included are interviews, musical demonstrations, rare archive & home movie footage, plus live performances to tell the story behind the conception and recording of these groundbreaking albums. Extras include additional interviews and demonstrations not included in the broadcast version, 2 full performances from the Roxy in 1973 and Saturday Night Live in 1976, and new full live performance done specially for these Classic Albums.

Director: Matthew Longfellow
Genre: Music, Documentary
Runtime: 50 min
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Cast

Editing: Matthew Longfellow
Production: Isis Production, Eagle Rock Entertainment
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

rock 'n' roll, jazz, composer, classical music, avant-garde, progressive rock, electronic, american musician

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What is Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation about?
This episode focuses on Zappa's early 70s albums, Overnight Sensation (1973) and Apostrophy (') (1974). Together they encapsulate Zappa's extraordinary musical diversity and were also the 2 most commercially successful albums that he released in his prolific career. Included are interviews, musical demonstrations, rare archive & home movie footage, plus live performances to tell the story behind the conception and recording of these groundbreaking albums. Extras include additional interviews and demonstrations not included in the broadcast version, 2 full performances from the Roxy in 1973 and Saturday Night Live in 1976, and new full live performance done specially for these Classic Albums.
Who directed Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation?
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation was directed by Matthew Longfellow.
Who stars in Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation?
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation stars Frank Zappa, Dweezil Zappa, Gail Zappa, Billy Bob Thornton, Ruth Underwood, George Duke.
How long is Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation?
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
What genre is Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation?
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation is a Music, Documentary film.
Where was Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation produced?
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.