JOHN TAYLOR | NORMA WINSTONE | KENNY WHEELER Azimuth (ECM Luminessence Series 2024 limited edition 6-track LP pressed on audiophile quality black vinyl cut from the original masters. Recorded in 1977 and now reissued in ECM's audiophileLuminessence vinyl series, the debut album of the Azimuth trio was truly ahead of its time. Formed by adding Canadian-born trumpeter Kenny Wheeler to the British duo of pianist John Taylor and vocalist Norma Winstone, the group's futuristic musical palette embraced hypnotic, minimalistic pulse patterns, otherworldly synthesizer sounds, songs, collective improvisation and solo flights. Gatefold picture sleeve with hype sticker, factory sealed. Recommended)