Point Of No Return - The World Saxophone Quartett* - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

“Point Of No Return” by The World Saxophone Quartett is nothing short of a landmark in jazz's ongoing narrative. Formed in the late 1970s, the group—Julius Hemphill, Oliver Lake, David Murray, and Hamiet Bluiett—dispensed with conventional rhythm sections, placing the saxophone in the spotlight and letting its possibilities unfurl. This album captures the quartet’s early fire: every track is a study in unbridled creativity, where melody and dissonance dance in close partnership. There’s a palpable sense of risk here; the interplay ranges from taut, interlocked grooves to moments of almost telepathic improvisation. The group draws on blues, gospel, avant-garde, and the full history of jazz, yet their sound is utterly their own—raw, fearless, and alive. For collectors and curious listeners alike, “Point Of No Return” is a testament to what happens when boundaries are seen not as limits but as invitations. This is an essential listen for anyone passionate about the evolution of jazz and the art of musical conversation without words. Track List: A1 - Dar El Sudan - 2:32 A2 - Bajou Scetches - 9:35 A3 - Point Of No Return - 10:00 B1 - Scared Sheetless - 23:30 B2 - Hymn For The Old Year - 3:45