About
Frank Zappa – Läther CD (Box Set) is a landmark archival release finally issued in 1996, presenting Zappa’s originally intended multi-album project from the mid-1970s. Conceived as an ambitious 4-record box set, Läther was rejected by his record company at the time, with much of its material later appearing across several separate albums. This official release restores the project as a cohesive body of work, offering a deeper insight into Zappa’s vision during one of his most creative periods.

Spanning recordings from 1973 to 1977, the set moves across jazz-rock, orchestral compositions, avant-garde experimentation and complex progressive arrangements. It combines studio material with large-scale compositions and extended pieces, reflecting Zappa’s wide-ranging approach to composition and production. This 3CD edition also includes bonus tracks, making it an essential collector’s item and a key release within Zappa’s catalogue.

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+)
The CD is very good in general. A few faults are acceptable, but nothing that really compromises the CD visually or audibly. Little light marks may be visible. The CD has been well kept. The gatefold digipack shows some signs of storage. Please refer to the product specification and images for full details on each CD’s visual condition.

Specifications
Condition: Used
CD: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Cover: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Label: Rykodisc
Date: 24 Sept 1996
Catalogue: RCD 10574/76
Features: 3x CD Box Set, Album, Stereo, Includes Bonus Tracks, Archival Release (Recorded 1973–1977) Includes 32-page booklet, 16 catalogue booklet, Postal Address Zappa Fan
Case: Thick Jewel Case (Double-Sided Tray, Light Green Tint), Includes Paper Wrap-Around Insert
Country: US

Tracklist
01 - Re-Gyptian Strut
02 - Naval Aviation In Art?
03 - A Little Green Rosetta
04 - Duck Duck Goose
05 - Down In De Dew
06 - For The Young Sophisticate
07 - Tryin' To Grow A Chin
08 - Broken Hearts Are For Assholes
09 - The Legend Of The Illinois Enema Bandit
10 - Lemme Take You To The Beach
11 - Revised Music For Guitar & Low Budget Orchestra
12 - RDNZL
13 - Honey, Don't You Want A Man Like Me?
14 - The Black Page #1
15 - Big Leg Emma
16 - Punky's Whips
17 - Flambé
18 - The Purple Lagoon
19 - Pedro's Dowry
20 - Läther
21 - Spider Of Destiny
22 - Duke Of Orchestral Prunes
23 - Filthy Habits
24 - Titties 'N Beer
25 - The Ocean Is The Ultimate Solution
26 - The Adventures Of Greggery Peccary

+ Bonus Tracks
27 - Regyptian Strut (1993)
28 - Leather Goods
29 - Revenge Of The Knick Knack People
30 - Time Is Money

NOTE: All CDs are conservatively graded to ensure buyers receive items that meet or exceed expectations.