An Ashtray Heart captures Captain Beefheart at the height of his avant-garde prowess, delivering a riveting performance brimming with the eccentricity and raw energy that made him a legend in rock and blues. Recorded during the 1981 tour in Toronto and featuring additional rare live cuts from earlier years, this album showcases the unpredictable genius and boundary-pushing songwriting that defines Beefheart’s legacy.
This release stands out for its eclectic selection of live and broadcast performances, including classic tracks like "Ashtray Heart" and "Hot Head" as well as unique renditions from radio and TV sessions. Issued by Let Them Eat Vinyl in a distinctive gatefold sleeve, it offers a rare opportunity to experience the untamed spirit and experimental soundscapes that are synonymous with Captain Beefheart.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Let Them Eat Vinyl
- Genre: Rock, Blues
- Release Date: 05/14/2012
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TRACKS
A1. Nowadays A Woman's Gotta Hit A Man
A2. Abba Zaba
A3. Hot Head
A4. Ashtray Heart
A5. Dirty Blue Gene
B1. Best Batch Yet
B2. A Carrot Is As Close As A Rabbit Gets To A Diamond
B3. Doctor Dark
B4. Bat Chain Puller
C1. Sheriff Of Hong Kong
C2. Kandy Korn
C3. Big Eyed Beans From Venus
D1. When Big Joan Sets Up
D2. Woe Is Uh Me Bop
D3. Bellerin Plain
D4. Orange Claw Hammer
D5. Hot Head
D6. Ashtray Heart
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