Hassell, Jon
Earthquake Island
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1978 small pressing ring original complete with the kraft paper inner sleeve. Jon Hassell’s Earthquake Island marks a distinctive chapter in his discography, blending Brazilian jazz fusion with his signature avant-garde trumpet stylings. Departing from the ambient textures of his debut, this album incorporates vibrant Latin rhythms and complex percussion, featuring contributions from renowned musicians like Nana Vasconcelos and Miroslav Vitous. While it may not fully encapsulate the "Fourth World" aesthetic Hassell later pioneered, Earthquake Island offers a compelling exploration of cross-cultural musical fusion, serving as a bridge between traditional jazz elements and experimental soundscapes.