What makes Opened, But Hardly Touched by Peter Brötzmann notable?

This album is significant for its role in furthering the dialogue within the European free jazz scene during the early 1980s. It received critical acclaim for its innovative approach, contributing to Brötzmann's reputation as a leading figure in avant-garde music and influencing subsequent generations of experimental artists. When 'Opened, But Hardly Touched' was released in 1981, Peter Brötzmann was already an established figure in the free jazz movement, having gained recognition for his bold improvisational style. This album followed his influential works like 'Machine Gun' (1968) and showcased his continued exploration of sound and collaboration with other avant-garde musicians.