Second Wind

Strut Records highlights a landmark in British jazz-rock with Second Wind, the 1972 album from keyboard visionary Brian Auger and his powerhouse group Oblivion Express. Capturing a fully matured lineup, the record finds Auger expanding his fusion language - bridging jazz sophistication, funk-driven rhythm, and soul-infused songwriting with the clarity and fire that defined his early '70s work.A pivotal 1972 fusion milestone capturing Brian Auger's Oblivion Express at full creative strength, featuring fiery Hammond grooves, soulful vocals, and tight interplayFeaturing vocalist Alex Ligertwood's early standout performances, foreshadowing his later work with SantanaA key bridge between Auger's exploratory early projects and the more groove-driven sound that would define his breakthrough on Closer to It!