ANTHONY BRAXTON For Alto (70s US issue of the controversial 1971 8-track double LP, on a plain white Delmark label with blue lettering & 'N. Lincoln' address at the bottom. For Alto was strictly recorded solo in 1969 on alto saxophone with no overdubs, with pieces named after Braxton's influences including John Cage & Cecil Taylor. The album is highly acclaimed in avant-garde circles & is the record John Zorn heard in his youth that made him want to pursue his adventurous career in music. For others, it's one of the most unlistenable pieces of "music" ever committed to vinyl. Genius or madman? Well it will certainly make you think! The gatefold pasted picture sleeve is heavyweight with no deletion cuts & shows a light crease to a corner. Both vinyl discs are Excellent with barely any signs of play. Recommended for the adventurous listener DS-420/421)