John McLaughlin - Extrapolation
John McLaughlin - Extrapolation
Japan Pressing.
A sharp 1969 British jazz landmark, where McLaughlin’s guitar already points toward the fusion language he would later expand.
Before Mahavishnu Orchestra and before his worldwide fusion breakthrough, John McLaughlin recorded Extrapolation in London with John Surman, Brian Odgers, and Tony Oxley. The setting is a tight British jazz quartet, but the playing already has the forward motion, angular phrasing, and restless attack that would define McLaughlin’s later work. Surman’s baritone and soprano saxophone give the album a strong second voice, while Oxley’s drums keep the music loose, sharp, and unpredictable. This is not background jazz. It is an early document of a guitarist already pushing beyond straight jazz form.
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About the Condition
About the Condition
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| S (Sealed) | Still sealed in factory wrap. Never played. |
| M (Mint) | Perfect condition. Looks unplayed with no signs of use. Typically used for records that are brand new or opened but never played. |
| EX (Excellent) | Very clean. May have light scuffs or hairline marks, but plays perfectly. |
| VG+ (Very Good Plus) | Minor wear, light surface noise, no major flaws — a solid average used copy. |
| VG (Very Good) | Visible wear and surface noise. Plays through without skipping. |
| G+ (Good Plus) | Heavily used. Significant wear or scratches, but still playable. |
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Shipping & Packing
Shipping & Packing
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