Captain Beefheart Vinyl Records: The Maverick of Rock

Captain Beefheart, born Don Van Vliet, was a true original in the world of rock music. With his unique blend of blues, jazz, and avant-garde sounds, he defied categorization and left an indelible mark on the genre. His experimental approach to songwriting and recording resulted in some of the most innovative and challenging albums of the 1960s and 1970s.

Captain Beefheart's early work with the Magic Band, including their debut album Safe as Milk, showcased his ability to craft catchy, blues-infused rock songs. However, it was with the release of Trout Mask Replica in 1969 that he truly pushed the boundaries of rock music. This double album is a sprawling, 28-track epic that defies easy summarization, but features some of Beefheart's most beloved tracks, including "Peanut Butter Crisis" and "Old Fart at Play."

In the years following Trout Mask Replica, Captain Beefheart continued to explore new sonic territories, incorporating elements of funk, krautrock, and free jazz into his music. His later work may have been less commercially successful than some of his earlier efforts, but it remains just as innovative and influential. Today, Captain Beefheart is widely regarded as one of the most important and groundbreaking figures in rock history, a true pioneer who continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike.

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Captain Beefheart And His Magic Band – Safe As Milk, BD 60017, 1976 (RED VINYL)

Captain Beefheart And His Magic Band – Safe As Milk, BD 60017, 1976 (RED VINYL)

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Captain Beefheart - The Mirror Man Sessions (1999) 2011 Edition 2xLP - Damaged!

Captain Beefheart - The Mirror Man Sessions (1999) 2011 Edition 2xLP - Damaged!

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Captain Beefheart and the Magic Band Clear Spot Vinyl LP

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – Original 1976 Shiny Beast Version

Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – Original 1976 Shiny Beast Version

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V/A - Gutbucket (An Underworld Eruption) VINYL LP - Beefheart/Groundhogs - PSYCH

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Captain Beefheart - The Spotlight Kid (Reprise Records UK First Press Vinyl LP)

Captain Beefheart - The Spotlight Kid (Reprise Records UK First Press Vinyl LP)

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band Bluejeans And Moonbeams LP. NM Vinyl

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Captain Beefheart - Music In Sea Minor - 10" Vinyl LP Record Album - DOW 15

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Captain Beefheart - Now Playing [New Vinyl LP]

Captain Beefheart - Now Playing [New Vinyl LP]

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band - Clear Spot - Vinyl LP 1977 Press A2/B2

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – STRICTLY PERSONAL VINYL LP

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Captain Beefheart, Safe as Milk, Original 1967 Pressing, Excellent Condition.

Captain Beefheart, Safe as Milk, Original 1967 Pressing, Excellent Condition.

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Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band Vinyl Lp Clear Spot K 54007

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captain beefheart/spotlight kid k44162 nex/ex reprise 1971 lp

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Captain Beefheart The Spotlight Kid (Deluxe Edition) [RSD 2024] [Vinyl]

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART - UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED CLEAR LP VINYL RECORD RSD 2021

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Captain Beefheart & the Magic Band - Blue Jeans And Moonbeams LP V2023 Ex

Captain Beefheart & the Magic Band - Blue Jeans And Moonbeams LP V2023 Ex

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Captain Beefheart Bluejeans & Moonbeams A-4 B-3 LP Album Vinyl Record - VG+/VG+

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Captain Beefheart And The Magic Band Clear Spot Vinyl Record VG/VG MS2115 1972

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captain beefheart and the magic band, unconditionally guaranteed vinyl VG VG

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART and his Magic Band: The Legendary A&M Sessions (1984 AMY226)

CAPTAIN BEEFHEART and his Magic Band: The Legendary A&M Sessions (1984 AMY226)

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Captain Beefheart - The Spotlight Kid (Reprise Records UK First Press Vinyl LP)

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Trout Mask Replica by Captain Beefheart & the Magic Band (180g x2 LP, 2019)

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART - Strictly Personal 1979 Reissue LP VG+/EX+ few plays

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART & THE MAGIC BAND: "BLUEJEANS & MOONBEAMS" 1974 UK VIRGIN LP

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART - SIX TRACKS (SEE BELOW FOR LIST) - PICTURE DISC

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART THE SPOTLIGHT KID, UK FIRST PRESS, K44162, A1/B1, VG

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