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

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.

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  • Documentary

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Frank ZappaFrank ZappaSelf (archive footage)
  • Photo of Dweezil ZappaDweezil ZappaSelf
  • Photo of Gail ZappaGail ZappaSelf
  • Photo of Billy Bob ThorntonBilly Bob ThorntonSelf
  • Photo of Ruth UnderwoodRuth UnderwoodSelf
  • Photo of George DukeGeorge DukeSelf
  • Photo of Ian UnderwoodIan UnderwoodSelf
  • Photo of Napoleon Murphy BrockNapoleon Murphy BrockSelf
  • Photo of Warren CuccurulloWarren CuccurulloSelf
  • Photo of Moon Unit ZappaMoon Unit ZappaSelf

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