Jan Steele / Ziz!ensemble - Desert Island Dusks (1986) Access

The 1986 album by Jan Steele and the Ziz! Ensemble is a cult classic of eclectic ambient jazz, notable for its dreamy, nocturnal atmosphere and "exotic evocations of far away lands". Released on the French label Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier as part of the Labyrinthes series, the album was inspired by the literature of Jorge Luis Borges. Musical Style and Composition

The record is widely regarded by listeners on Rate Your Music as a blend of "eclectic ambient jazz," vocal jazz, and avant-garde influences. jan steele / ziz!ensemble - desert island dusks (1986)

: Jan Steele leads the project, handling piano, synthesizer, and composition. His approach is described as setting a specific "mood" for each track rather than acting as a traditional bandleader. The 1986 album by Jan Steele and the Ziz

: Janet Sherbourne provides sweet, "lush" jazz vocals that serve as a soft extension of the album's saxophone lines. Musical Style and Composition The record is widely