SPA presents I DARE YOU II – a continuous blend of textures, chords and soundscapes by Xzavier Stone. Inspired by and following its predecessor I DARE YOU (self-released in 2022), IDY II consists of 18 individual short compositions, fused together into one unyielding soundscape. The 26-minute piece perfectly captures the gloss and sentiment of Stone’s musical world, while showcasing his versatility as a composer. Xzavier Stone has become recognizable by his subtle and deft spins on rap and RnB music and his penchant for playfulness and experimentation. The sonic palette of IDY II ranges from traditional instruments and shimmering textures to soulful sketches and fragmented piano chops, stretched into something that flawlessly integrates into the world of SPA. While the music of IDY I was combined with a room spray, IDY II now comes with incense sticks. The burn time per stick lasts approximately as long as the music plays, thus serving as a timekeeping device. The incense sticks are handmade in collaboration with In'n'out Fragrances and packaged in a gracefully crafted handmade box. Their fragrance consists of galbanum, frankincense, hinoki, coniferous needle woods, white birch tar, honey comb and muscenone. These scents will put you in a gentle trance as you listen to Stone’s classically infected ambient compositions, mutating sound objects and playful harmonic spheres, softly evoking the aromas of RnB and Jazz.

Written, Produced & Mixed by @xzavier_stone 
Additional Instrumentation by Mattia Facchini, Yukari Aotani & Tobias Pfister 
Mastered by Modulaw 
Artwork by Babybrush & Xzavier Stone

SPA015: Xzavier Stone - I DARE YOU II

DJ Plead, Phillip Jondo and Xzavier Stone join forces in a collaborative EP that not only signifies the birth of a profound friendship and creative alliance but also traces the roots of their interconnected musical journey. Crafted over several years, this body of work was meticulously shaped through both remote collaboration and sessions held in Xzavier Stone's studio in Zurich. As the trio delves into their mutual musical passions, they skillfully weave together influences from contemporary club music, 00s club rap, and intricate syncopated drum work, creating a sonic tapestry that resonates with innovation and shared artistic vision.

releases April 22, 2024

Written & Produced by Xzavier Stone, DJ Plead and Phillip Jondo. 
Mastered by Modulaw. 
Cut by Dubplates & Mastering, Berlin. 
Artwork Design by Kieran K.

BISQU EP

Xzavier Stone, Phillip Jondo - BISQU

STRUMA+IODINE PREMIERE
Bara & Isa - "BELLSONG" [@jeopardizetapes]
@baraandisa

Viennese label Jeopardize is a low-key umbrella for a wide variety of styles and low-threshold approaches. Its second instalment "VARIOUS ARTISTS 2" gathers takes on ambient, noise and drone music. The full compilation is out on the 6th of June 2024 and will be presented at FLUCC Deck in collaboration with "Enigmatic Serenades". 

Artist: Bara & Isa
Title: BELLSONG
Label: Jeopardize
Catalogue: J02
Format: Tape
Release date: June 6th, 2024
Written & produced by Bara & Isa
Mastering by YBsole

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Bara & Isa is the project of London and Vienna based producers and singer-songwriters Bara Noha and Solo Isa.

With a light touch they combine sound material from various instruments such as
gong, harp, vocals, chimes, synthesizer, voice notes, field recordings, singing bowls, glockenspiel, tuning forks, flute, bells, guitar, electric organ, organ pipes, egg slicers, VSTs, friends and family into emotive compositions that could be listened to with ears, or described as _________________________________________-.

Ever since they released their first EP „pink sphere" in 2021 they have been exploring live performance in London and Vienna (most recently also Düsseldorf, their first gig away from home) and working out the meaning of life.

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„BELLSONG“ is the first of a series of new songs to be released later this year.

S+I PREMIERE: BARA & ISA - "BELLSONG" [JEOPARDIZE]

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Être Peintre - tears are hugging my face

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