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Extensions

The Manhattan Transfer · 1979

37 min · 9 tracks · blues · jazz · gospel

A vibrant blend of jazz, pop, and vocal harmonies that captures the essence of late '70s musical experimentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for casual listening
  • vibrant energy for social gatherings
  • playful arrangements that invite smiles
  • engaging vocal harmonies throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer intense, fast-paced music
  • seek deep, introspective experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 31, 1979, 'Extensions' was The Manhattan Transfer's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Pastiche' in 1978. This album solidified their reputation as a unique vocal group capable of merging various genres, showcasing their evolution towards more ambitious compositions and arrangements.
Stylistic neighbors
The Swingle Singers· Pentatonix· Vocalosity

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Birdland 6:02
  • 2 Wacky Dust 3:09
  • 3 Nothin’ You Can Do About It 4:29
  • 4 Coo Coo U 2:15
  • 5 Body and Soul 4:29
  • 6 Twilight Zone / Twilight Tone 6:06
  • 7 Trickle Trickle 2:20
  • 8 Shaker Song 4:32
  • 9 Foreign Affair 3:52

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