The Mothers of Invention Absolutely Free with Frank Zappa Vinyl LP - Verve V6-5013 First Pressing (1967) Condition: Good + Vinyl and Very Good Cover. Vinyl has some surface scuffs, was cleaned and play-tested on both sides and plays well throughout with good fidelity and noticeable background noise, but no skips. Original gatefold cover is solid with good color, no splits or writing. Matrix / Runout (Side A): V6-5013 Side 1 MGS-672 21 Matrix / Runout (Side B): V6-5013 Side 2 MGS-673 11 Absolutely Free is the second album by the Mothers of Invention, released in 1967 by Verve Records. Much like their 1966 debut Freak Out!, the album is a display of complex musical composition with political and social satire. The band had been augmented since Freak Out! by the addition of woodwinds player Bunk Gardner, keyboardist Don Preston, rhythm guitarist Jim Fielder, and drummer Billy Mundi. The album's emphasis is on interconnected movements, as each side of the original vinyl LP comprises a mini-suite. It also features one of the most famous songs of frontman Frank Zappa's early career, "Brown Shoes Don't Make It", a track which has been described as a "condensed two-hour musical". Track listing Absolutely Free 19:34 A1 Plastic People 3:40 A2.a The Duke Of Prunes 2:12 A2.b Amnesia Vivace 1:01 A2.c The Duke Regains His Chops 1:45 A2.d Call Any Vegetable 2:19 A2.e Invocation And Ritual Dance Of The Young Pumpkin 6:57 A2.f Soft-Sell Conclusion 1:40 The M.O.I. American Pageant 18:35 B1 America Drinks 1:52 B2 Status Back Baby 2:52 B3 Uncle Bernie's Farm 2:09 B4 Son Of Suzy Creamcheese 1:33 B5 Brown Shoes Don't Make It 7:26 B6 America Drinks Goes Home 2:43 The Mothers of Invention Frank Zappa ? guitar, conductor, vocals Jimmy Carl Black ? drums, vocals Ray Collins ? vocals, tambourine, harmonica Roy Estrada ? bass, vocals Billy Mundi ? drums, percussion Don Preston ? keyboards Jim Fielder (Uncredited) ? guitar, piano Bunk Gardner ? woodwinds _____________________________________________ Shipping: Calculated domestic shipping via Media Mail or Priority Mail. Will ship internationally at FLAT RATES. Records mailed in a proper cardboard LP mailer. All records cleaned prior to shipment. Check out my other auctions, and save on shipping! I do offer multiple-bid shipping discounts -- please contact me before paying if you plan to purchase or bid on multiple auctions. Payment: Paypal is preferred method of payment. Return Policy: I do accept returns for up to 30 days. Please let me know if you have questions about this item or any others I have for sale before you bid or purchase. If you are unhappy with your purchase, please contact me immediately and I will do whatever I can to resolve. This may be a replacement, a credit, or a full or partial refund depending on the circumstances. _____________________________________________ I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects. MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint. NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage. GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft. Feel free to contact me with any specific questions.