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 : Light Reflected off the oceands of the moon 12 Inch Single

Captain Beefheart : Light Reflected off the oceands of the moon 12 Inch Single

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART /2 ORIGINALS (Decals & Spotlight Kid) 1976 K84006 Double Vinyl

CAPTAIN BEEFHEART /2 ORIGINALS (Decals & Spotlight Kid) 1976 K84006 Double Vinyl

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Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band - Strictly Personal (LP, Album)

Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band - Strictly Personal (LP, Album)

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Captian Beefheart & His Magic Band Grow Fins Vol 1 Vinyl Ltd Edition NM / NM

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LP CAPTAIN BEEFHEART - Shiny Beast ( Bat chain puller ) UK Virgin OVED re-issue

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART THE SPOTLIGHT KID, UK FIRST PRESS, K44162

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

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

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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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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART & HIS MAGIC BAND Mirror Man Vinyl LP Album BUDDAH 1971 2365002

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

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band Trout Mask Replica Third Man Vault 36 Version

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – Strictly Personal – first press UK vinyl LP

Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – Strictly Personal – first press UK vinyl LP

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – STRICTLY PERSONAL VINYL LP

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 - Now Playing [New Vinyl LP]

Captain Beefheart - Now Playing [New Vinyl LP]

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – Original 1976 Shiny Beast

Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – Original 1976 Shiny Beast

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Captain Beefheart And His Magic Band ‎– Strictly Personal-SLS 50208-1971

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Captain Beefheart Grow Fins vinyl Part 2

Captain Beefheart Grow Fins vinyl Part 2

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Captain Beefheart The Spotlight Kid A1 B1 LP Album Vinyl Record K 44162 - EX/EX

Captain Beefheart The Spotlight Kid A1 B1 LP Album Vinyl Record K 44162 - EX/EX

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Captain Beefheart–Six-Pack ∞ Six-Track - 33 ⅓ RPM, EP, Picture Disc, Limited Ed.

Captain Beefheart–Six-Pack ∞ Six-Track - 33 ⅓ RPM, EP, Picture Disc, Limited Ed.

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captain beefheart/clear spot k54007 ex/ex 1972 reprise lp

captain beefheart/clear spot k54007 ex/ex 1972 reprise lp

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CAPTAIN BEEFHEART Strictly Personal 1968 (Vinyl LP)

CAPTAIN BEEFHEART Strictly Personal 1968 (Vinyl LP)

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* CAPTAIN BEEFHEART * BLUEJEANS & MOONBEAMS * VIRGIN LABEL * 1974 PRESSING *

* CAPTAIN BEEFHEART * BLUEJEANS & MOONBEAMS * VIRGIN LABEL * 1974 PRESSING *

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Captain Beefheart - UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED - 12" Vinyl LP Album V2015 EX+

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Unconditionallly Guaranteed Captain Beefheart Record New

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Captain Beefheart and the Magic Band Clear Spot Vinyl LP

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Captain Beefheart : 'The Legendary A&M Sessions', original Vinyl NMint 12" EP.

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band - Strictly Personal - 1968 UK 1st Press LP

Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band - Strictly Personal - 1968 UK 1st Press LP

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Captain Beefheart - Unconditionally Guaranteed (Fame Records) Vinyl LP (FA 3034)

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Captain Beefheart - Safe as Milk (French 1st Issue Buddah LP 1969) EX / NM

Captain Beefheart - Safe as Milk (French 1st Issue Buddah LP 1969) EX / NM

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Captain Beefheart - The Rarest Previously Unreleased 1970s New & Sealed Vinyl LP

Captain Beefheart - The Rarest Previously Unreleased 1970s New & Sealed Vinyl LP

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Captain Beefheart And His Magic Band Mirror Man UK 1986 Edsel Records – ED 184

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