{"product_id":"free-flight-beyond-the-cloudss-vinyl-lp-record-vg","title":"Free Flight – Beyond The Clouds | Vinyl LP Record | (VG+)","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-headLineXL title_Brnd1 css-12sap66\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord - VG+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover - G+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond The Clouds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fine example of late-1970s\/early-1980s jazz fusion from American group Free Flight, a quartet known for blending jazz improvisation, classical influences, Latin rhythms and contemporary instrumental music into a distinctive and highly melodic sound. Led by flautist Jim Walker and featuring keyboardist Mike Garson, the group developed a reputation for technically impressive yet accessible recordings that appealed to both jazz and crossover audiences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many fusion acts of the era that leaned heavily toward rock influences, Free Flight incorporated elements of chamber music, world music and modern jazz, creating an atmospheric and sophisticated listening experience. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond The Clouds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e showcases the ensemble’s remarkable musicianship, featuring lyrical melodies, intricate arrangements and dynamic interplay between the performers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe album remains an appealing discovery for collectors of jazz fusion, progressive instrumental music and lesser-known audiophile-quality recordings from the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJazz Fusion, Contemporary Jazz, Instrumental, Progressive Jazz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide One\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorwegian Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAd Infinitum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMile Games\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is This Thing Called Jazz?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWet Games\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide Two\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecret Drift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLullaby For Colin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenice Song\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Southern Sunset, as Free Flight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWildflowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressing \u0026amp; Collectibility Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJim Walker – Flutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMike Garson – Keyboards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRalph Humphrey – Drums, Percussion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJim Lacefield – Bass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMike Garson is particularly notable for his long association with David Bowie, bringing a distinctive keyboard style that adds depth and sophistication to the recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree Flight albums have developed a loyal following among collectors of jazz fusion and contemporary instrumental music, particularly those seeking recordings that bridge classical and jazz traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section credits toggle_section    toggle_section_remember\" data-toggle-section-id=\"credits\" id=\"credits\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section_content toggle_section_content\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list_no_style\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cimg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Free Flight","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48005380341981,"sku":null,"price":690.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/1633\/files\/20250905_134911.jpg?v=1780820189","url":"https:\/\/www.cplanaudio.co.za\/products\/free-flight-beyond-the-cloudss-vinyl-lp-record-vg","provider":"C-Plan Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}