Guentner & Spieth is the collaboration project of German artists Markus Guentner and Joachim Spieth, who first appeared musically in the 2000s in connection with Wolfgang Voigt’s Pop Ambient series on the Kompakt label. After getting to know and appreciate each other over the years, they combined their musical ideas for the first time in 2020 and have continued their joint productions ever since. Together, they create mesmerizing soundscapes that combine organic textures and digital precision.

Markus Guentner, a pioneer of the ambient genre, is known for his cinematic sound designs, while Joachim Spieth, founder of the world-renowned label Affin, is appreciated for his work in the field of tension between deep techno and ambient.

Their collaboration combines these strengths in minimalist compositions that enable introspective listening experiences and immersive sound journeys. With the album Overlay, released in 2023, they have created a debut album that was characterised in ‘A Closer Listen’ as ‘dripping with narcotised and eroticised romantic impulses and feels like a living revenant from a voluptuous dream’. A handful of 10’ lathe cuts were subsequently released, containing remixes of their album by Pole, Abul Mogard, Rafael Irisarri and Hollie Kenniff, among others.

https://guentnerspieth.bandcamp.com/
https://affinmusic.de/booking-guennter-spieth/
https://linktr.ee/guentnerspieth

Releases

https://m-guentner.de
https://linktr.ee/markusguentner
https://affinmusic.de/booking-markus-guentner/

albums

FYP vibes

https://joachimspieth.de
https://linktr.ee/joachimspieth
https://affinmusic.de/booking-joachim-spieth

ALBUMS

Let things come, let things go, let things happen
Nothing in this world is promised to you, nothing belongs to you, you only own yourself
Breathe, breathe, breathe

LAST LIFE

For the collaboration album "Overlay" by Markus Guentner and Joachim Spieth, which was released last November, a series of reworks by artist friends was prepared, the first part of which will be released at the beginning of May.

The composer Hollie Kenniff and the multi-instrumentalist/mastering engineer Rafael Anton Irisarri interpret the title "Nukleus" here, both in their own very special way.

The EP will be released as a limited 10" lathe cut with a hand-numbered cover art print and a sticker.

https://linktr.ee/guentnerspieth
linktr.ee/AffinLTD

Overlay Reworks | Pt. 1

Overlay Reworks | Pt. 1 (by Hollie Kenniff & Rafael Anton Irisarri)

Vocal by: Mantris Nikkita
https://soundcloud.com/mantrisnikkita
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Voy a beber la venganza en una copa y sin verguenza
un trago por cada madre, por las que si tuvieron paciencia
un sorbo atragantado que sacie el morbo de verte ahogado
asfixiado en el estanque de tu ego destrozado

Y aunque esta batalla esté en desventaja
apuntaste a mi cora y yo que me dejé
por dartelo todo todo me quedé sin nada
me rompiste la cara, mi cara, mi cara.

Abrazados, tu recuerdo en mi pecho está tatuado
como fuego entre mis brazos, hoy cenizas del pasado
tengo claro, que la vida de este amor nunca fue en vano
te di lo mejor de mi, y lo que doy es sin reparo
abusaste, de mi generosidad y me atrapaste
por el cuello y contra el piso mucha sangre derramaste
y me juraste, por tu vida que ahora solo ibas a amarme
pero yo te juro que voy a matarte.

El peso de tu cuerpo se quiebra con una palabra
puedo destruirte sin mancharme las manos
El peso de tu cuerpo se quiebra con una palabra
puedo destruirte sin manchar mis manos
El peso de tu cuerpo se quiebra con una palabra
puedo destruirte sin mancharme las manos
El peso de tu cuerpo se quiebra con una palabra
puedo destruirte sin mancharme




Voy a beber la venganza en una copa y sin verguenza
un trago por cada madre, un sorbo atragantado
Voy a beber la venganza en una copa y sin verguenza
un trago por cada madre, un sorbo atragantado
Voy a beber la venganza en una copa y sin verguenza
un trago por cada madre, un sorbo atragantado
Un sorbo atragantado que sacie el morbo de verte ahogado
asfixiado en el estanque

Tengo claro que la vida de este amor nunca fue en vano

Abusaste, de mi generosidad y me atrapaste
por el cuello y contra el piso mucha sangre derramaste
Me juraste, por tu vida que ahora solo ibas a amarme
pero yo te juro que voy a matarte.
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Photo: https://soundcloud.com/mishaaahsim

YO TE AMABA

YO TE AMABA w/ Mantris Nikkita

When two collaborative projects come together, the result is bound to be exceptional. The Valenz remix by the GALÁN / VOGT duo exemplifies this perfectly. They have taken on a track from the acclaimed "Overlay" album by Guentner | Spieth and transformed it into something entirely new and captivating.

Galán, known for his innovative ambient textures, and Vogt, a master of minimalistic yet profound soundscapes, bring their unique talents to this remix. They focus on a few key sound particles from the original track, carefully avoiding too much proximity to create a fresh and distinct interpretation. The remix retains the essence of the original while shining in a completely new light, showcasing the duo's ability to reimagine and revitalize music.

The result is a moving and evocative piece that highlights the collaborative spirit and creative synergy between these artists. This stunning rework will be released on August 30th, offering listeners a glimpse into the harmonious blend of two distinctive musical visions.

all tracks written & produced by Markus Guentner & Joachim Spieth

design | https://markus-guentner.de
Affin | linktr.ee/AffinLTD
mastering | https://www.artefactsmastering.com
GALÁN / VOGT | linktr.ee/galanvogt

Valenz (GALÁN / VOGT Rework)

Markus Guentner returns to the label following the triptych of Theia, Empire, and Extropy, presenting eight inspiring collaborations on Kontrapunkt, including, Joachim Spieth, Karen Vogt, Sonae, Pepo Galán, Arovane, Benoît Pioulard, Abul Mogard, and Hollie Kenniff.
Now available to preorder on Black Marbled Gatefold 2LP + digital. http://asip.me/asipv050

Markus Guentner / Kontrapunkt (ASIPV050) [Previews]

Following the release of the first installment of the "Overlay Reworks" series in May, featuring remixes by Hollie Kenniff and Rafael Anton Irisarri, Guentner and Spieth have invited renowned artists Pole and Abul Mogard to rework tracks from their acclaimed album "Overlay", released last year. These two innovators are celebrated for their ongoing contributions to the electronic music scene.

Pole, a pioneer in minimal dub and glitch, brings his unique touch to the project. Abul Mogard, known for his impressive ambient compositions, adds his signature depth and emotional resonance. The result of their creative efforts are two profound tracks that subtly reference the originals while showcasing their unmistakable virtuosity.

This EP exudes exclusivity and originality and represents a landmark for the Affin label. It will be released on October 4th as a limited 10" lathe cut with hand-numbered print and sticker, as well as a digital download version.

Artist: Guentner | Spieth
Title: Overlay Reworks Pt. 2
Format: 10” lathe cut/digital 
Cat.: Affin Extra 06 
Release date: Friday, October 4. 2024

Track listing

1 Void (Pole Rework)
2 Scope (Abul Mogard Rework)
3 Void (Original Mix)*
4 Scope (Original Mix)*

* digital only

https://linktr.ee/guentnerspieth

Overlay Reworks | Pt. 2 (by Pole & Abul Mogard)

Fragments is the first joint album by Joachim Spieth and Warmth. It brings together two musical characters with an affinity for expansive, imaginary soundscapes and atmospheric compositions. 
Agustin Mena is a Spanish ambient producer and has been operating under his 2 alter egos ‘Warmth’ and ‘SVLBRD’ on the two labels he founded, Archives and Faint. Joachim Spieth has been running the label Affin for almost 2 decades and is a regular contributor to Wolfgang Voigt's Pop Ambient series on the Kompakt label.
The first musical points of contact between the two were in the form of mutual remix projects. This exchange laid the foundation for Fragments, which now reveals the intersections for a sense of space and timelessness. On seven tracks, the album takes the listener on a walk through organic textures and places of longing.

Artist: Joachim Spieth | Warmth 
Title: Fragments
Format: CD/digital 
Cat.: Affin CD09 
Release date: Friday, January 10. 2025 

Track listing 

1 Spectral
2 Exosphere
3 Obscured
4 Appearance
5 Black Marble
6 Surfaces
7 Dark Tide

All tracks written & produced by Joachim Spieth and Agus Mena
 
design | markus-guentner.de 
mastering | artefactsmastering.com 
website | linktr.ee/AffinLTD

Fragments

Joachim Spieth | Warmth - Fragments

Markus Guentner, unveils his latest work ‘Black Dahlia’, a captivating journey through the enigmatic depths of electronic soundscapes.

The seven track album, released on the Affin label, marks a bold departure from Guentner's previous works and ventures into unexplored territories of experimental sound design while retaining his unmistakable sonic identity. On ‘Black Dahlia’, Guentner's mastery shines through as he seamlessly blends electronic elements with his signature ambient textures, creating an all-encompassing sonic experience that transcends genre boundaries.
Each track serves as a sonic vignette, weaving intricate layers of pulsating rhythms, haunting melodies and ethereal atmospheres.

‘Black Dahlia’ reaffirms Markus Guentner's status as a pioneer of electronic music, pushing boundaries while remaining true to his artistic vision. This album is a testament to Guentner's evolution as an artist and a testament to the enduring power of music to transport and transform.

The CD comes in a specially designed and handcrafted 4-panel design with cover insert card and sticker.
credits


All tracks written & produced by Markus Guentner

website | https://affinmusic.de/
design | https://markus-guentner.de/
mastering | www.artefactsmastering.com

Markus Guentner - Black Dahlia

Nocturna is the first collaborative album between New Zealand musician Andrew Thomas and German artist Joachim Spieth. Inspired by fleeting moments of beauty in nature, where light illuminates and then disappears into the shadows, Thomas began composing on the piano during Summer in the Southern Hemisphere. Gathering piano fragments like treasured relics, he passed them on to Spieth some months later, as Summer was now dawning in the Northern Hemisphere.

Spieth wove the piano’s delicate tones into something new, preserving its organic essence while illuminating certain sounds and removing others. The textures within Nocturna are shaped by light, time, and the discernment of each artist - as what to keep became as important as what to leave out. The shadow of what used to be allows a strange and delicate mood to arise. Though the piano remains at the heart of the album, Spieth’s intricate sonic layers form a spectral web around the immersive soundscape, while the piano’s fragile notes climb tentatively like tendrils of a plant.

Nocturna sits on the threshold of ambient and modern classical, with elements of sound design that make it an especially pleasing piece with deeper listening. As Nocturna unfolds, it transports the listener into a space of contemplation and mystery—expansion and enclosure, and perhaps reflecting the increase in nocturnal activity of nature on a Summers evening. Light and shadow, the duality of hemispheres, and the promise of Summer’s arrival converge, and then fade once more into the night.

releases April 4, 2025

All tracks written & produced by Joachim Spieth and Andrew Thomas

website | https://affinmusic.de/
design | https://markus-guentner.de/
mastering | www.artefactsmastering.com

Nocturna

Joachim Spieth | Andrew Thomas - Nocturna

Following the release of their acclaimed 2023 ambient masterpiece Overlay, Markus Guentner and Joachim Spieth have unveiled Overlay Reworks, an album that breathes new life into their original compositions collecting the limited 10" lathe cuts and digital releases. This collection gathers an exceptional lineup of artists from the ambient and experimental music scenes, each offering a distinctive interpretation of tracks from the original album. Contributors include Hollie Kenniff, known for her ethereal soundscapes; Rafael Anton Irisarri, celebrated for his textured ambient works; and Pole, whose minimal, dub-infused aesthetics bring a unique perspective. Other contributors such as Abul Mogard, GALÁN/VOGT, and Leandro Fresco infuse the music with their own sonic identities, ranging from hauntingly atmospheric to richly melodic.

Guentner and Spieth themselves contribute two alternate variations, seamlessly bridging the original vision of Overlay with the imaginative directions taken by their collaborators. The result is a transformative experience that reinterprets Overlay while expanding its emotional depth and sonic palette, offering listeners a captivating journey through reimagined ambient landscapes.

https://linktr.ee/guentnerspieth
https://affinmusic.de/booking-guennter-spieth/

Guentner | Spieth - Overlay Reworks

Arcadia brings together zakè, Joachim Spieth, and Markus Guentner in a collaborative work that thoughtfully expands the possibilities of ambient and drone music. Released via Affin, the album merges the trio’s distinct artistic voices into a coherent whole, resulting in a body of work that is both contemplative and richly textured.

Each artist contributes a defining element to the album’s sonic architecture: zakè’s emotive soundscapes, Spieth’s meticulous minimalism, and Guentner’s vast, atmospheric layers. Their approaches converge seamlessly, crafting an immersive experience that moves fluidly between structure and abstraction, serenity and quiet intensity.

Rather than adhering to ambient music conventions, Arcadia subtly reconfigures them, offering a profound exploration of mood, space, and stillness. Intricate layers unfold with restraint and clarity, inviting the listener into a world where time seems to dissolve.

As their first joint endeavor as a trio, Arcadia stands as a testament to their shared sensitivity and craftsmanship. Available on CD, the album is a nuanced and deeply resonant addition to the ambient canon, rewarding attentive listening with its quiet depth and elegant design.

All tracks written & produced by zakè, Joachim Spieth and Markus Guentner

website | affinmusic.de
design | markus-guentner.de
mastering | www.artefactsmastering.com


zakè | Spieth | Guentner - Arcadia

Conversion, the second opus from German electronic duo Guentner + Spieth, dives deep into their shared musical roots to reinterpret them through a contemporary, nuanced lens. The result is a body of work that blends ambient expansiveness with dub-inspired detail - layered soundscapes that balance openness with structure. Unbound by conventional formats, the album moves fluidly between rhythmic depth and atmospheric stillness. Bass drums appear alongside quiet passages, carried by floating pads, carefully placed accents, and a sense of space that feels both introspective and organic. Conversion is both a tribute to shared origins and a statement of artistic evolution.

Created in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere, Conversion reflects formative influences of early ambient, dub, and deep techno releases while combining them with the artists characteristic signatures. Both made their debut on the legendary Cologne label Kompakt in the early 2000s and were part of Wolfgang Voigt's trend-setting Pop Ambient series. They have since independently developed distinctive positions within electronic music: Guentner with his cinematic-atmospheric albums such as Theia and Onda on the label A Strangely Isolated Place. While Spieth heads the Affin label with its deep, hypnotic sound aesthetic, he releases a steady stream of his own works such as Irradiance, or the more recent Retrace.

Conversion is less retrospective and more a continuation of a finely tuned dialog that invites introspection with its minimalist compositions, organic hues, and cavernous depth. Each track on this "after-hours" album unfolds with deliberate subtlety, drawing the listener into an immersive experience where sound becomes both space and emotion. Between structure and expanse, density and silence, a work of quiet intensity unfolds that is club-compatible. 

Guentner Spieth - Conversion

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@nickleon title track remixed by @28082 and @echavox (011668 / 16108000)
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released by TAR (@wearetar)
https://soundcloud.com/wearetar/sets/nick-leon-totem

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Ͱ͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉Ͱ͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉ه҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈̿҈Ͱ͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉͟҉Ͱ҉͞҉͟҉͞҉͟҉͞҉͟҉͞҉͟Ͱ҉̅҉̅҉̅҉̅҉̅Ͱ҈̟҈̟҈̟҈̟҈̟҈̟҈̟҈̟҈̟҈.

remix art by echavox

Nick León - Totem (_ 01 1__6 6 8 & S280F Remix)

@whiterose39

Artwork by XOF (@xxxof)
Graphic design by whiterose

Download at https://whiterose39.bandcamp.com/track/ravx
Download (raving extension) at  https://whiterose39.bandcamp.com/track/ravx-raving-extension

ravX

Guentner & Spieth is the collaboration project of German artists Markus Guentner and Joachim Spieth, who first appeared musically in the 2000s in connection with Wolfgang Voigt’s Pop Ambient series on the Kompakt label. After getting to know and appreciate each other over the years, they combined their musical ideas for the first time in 2020 and have continued their joint productions ever since. Together, they create mesmerizing soundscapes that combine organic textures and digital precision.

Markus Guentner, a pioneer of the ambient genre, is known for his cinematic sound designs, while Joachim Spieth, founder of the world-renowned label Affin, is appreciated for his work in the field of tension between deep techno and ambient.

Their collaboration combines these strengths in minimalist compositions that enable introspective listening experiences and immersive sound journeys. With the album Overlay, released in 2023, they have created a debut album that was characterised in ‘A Closer Listen’ as ‘dripping with narcotised and eroticised romantic impulses and feels like a living revenant from a voluptuous dream’. A handful of 10’ lathe cuts were subsequently released, containing remixes of their album by Pole, Abul Mogard, Rafael Irisarri and Hollie Kenniff, among others.