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01. "Flash Of The Spirit [Laughter]"
02. "Night Moves [Fear]"
03. "Air Afrique [Wind]"
04. "Out Pours (Kongo) Blue [Prayer]"
05. "Kaboo [Play]"
06. "(Like) Warriors Everywhere [Courage]"
07. "Dreamworld [Dance]"
08. "Tales Of The Near Future [Clairvoyance]"
09. "A Vampire Dances [Symmetry]"
10. "Masque [Strength]"
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| Description: | Flash Of The Spirit by Jon & Farafina Hassell, released 7 February 2020, includes the following tracks: "Air Afrique (Wind) = ????????? (風)", "Kaboo (Play) = ???? (????)", "Dreamworld (Dance) = ?????????? (???)", "A Vampire Dances (Symmetry) = 吸?鬼の??? (調??)" and more.
This version of Flash Of The Spirit comes as a 1xCD. - The first ever reissue and remastering of Jon Hassell & Farafina's prescient, Fourth World masterwork. Propulsive Burkinese rhythms meet revelatory, ambient soundscapes. Co-produced with the legendary studio team of Brian Eno & Daniel Lanois. Composer and trumpeter Jon Hassell has been an elusive, iconic musical figure for more than half a century. He's best known as the pioneer and propagandist of Fourth World music, mixing technology with the tradition and spirituality of non-western cultures to create what he termed the "coffee-colored classical music of the future."Gatefold digisleeve with cover sticker and 8-page booklet."Flash Of The Spirit" is a groundbreaking album by Jon Hassell and Farafina, now available in CD format from Glitterbeat / Indigo. Originally released in 1988, this collaboration fuses the avant-garde trumpet stylings of American composer Jon Hassell with the vibrant rhythms and traditional instruments of Burkinabe ensemble Farafina. The result is an innovative blend of ambient, jazz, and West African music that has been celebrated for its visionary approach to cross-cultural soundscapes. Jon Hassell was renowned for pioneering the "Fourth World" concept?melding ancient musical traditions with modern technology?and his work has influenced countless artists across genres. Farafina are acclaimed masters of their craft, bringing authentic African percussion and melodies into global recognition. Glitterbeat / Indigo is known for championing unique world music releases that push boundaries while honoring tradition. |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
05182042 |
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