What makes Signals for Tea by Steve Beresford notable?

The album is significant for its innovative blend of jazz and experimental sounds, which contributed to the growing interest in avant-garde music during the mid-90s. Although it didn't achieve mainstream commercial success, it was well-received in niche circles and has influenced subsequent generations of musicians exploring similar sound textures. Released in 1995, 'Signals for Tea' is Steve Beresford's first album of the 90s, following his work with various avant-garde jazz ensembles in the 1980s. At this point in his career, Beresford was establishing a solo identity after a period of collaboration with notable figures like Derek Bailey and the group The Scratch Orchestra.