Mothermania
The Mothers of Invention · 1969
41 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · progressive rock
A chaotic blend of avant-garde soundscapes and satirical lyrics reflecting the counterculture of the late 1960s.
Mothermania is an album by The Mothers of Invention, released in 1969. A chaotic blend of avant-garde soundscapes and satirical lyrics reflecting the counterculture of the late 1960s. 'Mothermania' is significant for its critical reception and its role in cementing Zappa's influence in the psychedelic rock movement. The album includes tracks that highlight the band's innovative blend of genres and lyrical absurdity, contributing to their status as pioneers in experimental rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mothermania sound like?
A chaotic blend of avant-garde soundscapes and satirical lyrics reflecting the counterculture of the late 1960s. Rooted in hard rock and jazz fusion.
What makes Mothermania by The Mothers of Invention notable?
'Mothermania' is significant for its critical reception and its role in cementing Zappa's influence in the psychedelic rock movement. The album includes tracks that highlight the band's innovative blend of genres and lyrical absurdity, contributing to their status as pioneers in experimental rock. Released in January 1969, 'Mothermania' serves as a compilation of The Mothers of Invention's earlier work while also marking a transitional phase after their groundbreaking album 'We're Only in It for the Money.' This compilation comes at a time when Frank Zappa was solidifying his reputation as a cultural provocateur, just before he embarked on more ambitious musical projects.
How many songs are on Mothermania?
Mothermania has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Brown Shoes Don’t Make It Standout 7:26
- 2 Mother People Standout 1:41
- 3 The Duke of Prunes 5:09
- 4 Call Any Vegetable 4:31
- 5 The Idiot Bastard Son 2:26
- 6 It Can’t Happen Here 3:13
- 7 You’re Probably Wondering Why I’m Here 3:37
- 8 Who Are the Brain Police? 3:22
- 9 Plastic People Standout 3:40
- 10 Hungry Freaks, Daddy 3:27
- 11 America Drinks and Goes Home 2:43
Release Date
January 1, 1969
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 15 sec
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