1001 Albums Summary

I’ve never listened to Zappa before because I just assumed I wouldn’t like his music. The album was not really in my wheelhouse but I’m glad I’ve heard it. Much different than I thought it would be. I liked the horns and although I’m not a jazz fan, I liked some of the jazzy riffs. The coarseness of the vocals on Willie the Pimp are perfect for the song.

Luther Vandross arranged vocals on the album. Very cool. No wonder they sounded so great. Young Americans: Iconic opening drum riff. Sanborn riffing throughout - alternating with backup singers. Great opening. To album. Win: soulful and quite saturated. Weird guitar riff in there. 10 beats? Fascination: classic 70s intro. This is becoming a soul album. This one sticks around a little too long Somebody up there likes me: and even more Sanborn. John I’m Only Dancing: I could see playing this at a party. Love that bass. Fun with synths and saxes. Again sticking around a little too long. Fame: Here we go. In your face good music. I can feel my age in not hearing all of the low bass notes but I know they’re there. John Lennon singing backups.