Frank Zappa - Broadway The Hard Way (Vinyl LP | US Original | 1988 | Gatefold)

Frank Zappa – Broadway The Hard Way is a live album Frank Zappa recorded between February and June 1988 with his large touring band and horn section. The songs combine rock, big-band arrangements and sharp political satire – classic Zappa with plenty of on-stage wit. On offer is the US original pressing on Barking Pumpkin Records (D1-74218) from 1988 in a gatefold sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Barking Pumpkin Records – D1-74218
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold
• Pressing: US Original
• Country: USA
• Year: 1988 (25 October 1988)
• Genre: Rock, Art Rock, Prog Rock, Parody
• Inserts: 2 inserts

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Sleeve: VG+ (corner crease / wear on the cover)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Elvis Has Just Left The Building (2:24)
2. Planet Of The Baritone Women (2:48)
3. Any Kind Of Pain (5:42)
4. Jesus Thinks You're A Jerk (9:15)

Side B

1. Dickie's Such An Asshole (6:37)
2. When The Lie's So Big (3:38)
3. Rhymin' Man (3:51)
4. Promiscuous (2:03)
5. The Untouchables (3:05)

Personnel

Frank Zappa (lead guitar, vocals, arranger, conductor), Mike Keneally (guitar, synthesizer, vocals), Ike Willis (guitar, vocals), Bobby Martin (keyboards, vocals), Scott Thunes (bass), Chad Wackerman (drums), Ed Mann (percussion), Paul Carman (alto sax), Albert Wing (tenor sax), Kurt McGettrick (baritone sax), Bruce Fowler (trombone), Walt Fowler (trumpet); guest: Eric Buxton (vocals). Produced by Frank Zappa, mastered by Bernie Grundman.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes – this is the 1988 US original pressing on Barking Pumpkin Records, catalogue number D1-74218, in a gatefold sleeve.

Is “Broadway The Hard Way” a studio album?
No. All tracks were recorded live on Zappa’s tour between February and June 1988. “The Untouchables” is based on Nelson Riddle’s theme.

What does Media NM- / Sleeve VG+ mean?
The record is near mint minus, the sleeve shows light wear – here a corner crease and some wear. See our vinyl grading guide for details.

Do you have more Zappa and art rock?
Yes, browse our Rock and Progressive Rock collections.