John McLaughlin - Extrapolation

CD reissue. Polydor/Universal, West Germany.

John McLaughlin's first recording as a leader features the future innovator playing guitar in an English quartet. Although McLaughlin contributed all ten pieces, baritonist John Surman actually dominates this music, often swinging quite hard. The historically significant set, although a lesser-known item in McLaughlin's discography, is quite musical and enjoyable in its own right.

Scott Yanow ~ AllMusicGuide