A selection of works from Affin, released between 2022 and 2026.Over time, a distinct sense of space has emerged – shaped by slower movement, extended forms and a shared sensitivity for detail. Many of the artists gathered here have crossed paths repeatedly, forming quiet connections that continue to evolve across
Over the past years, my focus has gradually shifted towards more reduced and introspective forms of sound – less driven by structure, more by subtle internal movement. My new 10” EP Lurk, released on the Polish label FOMO_, continues this direction. The record is part of the label’s Thresholds series, which explores transitional
This piece emerged during preparations for a live set. It is composed of fragmented elements drawn from various previously released tracks, intricately interwoven and transformed through a series of modulators evolving over time. While certain passages may sound familiar, the result is not a “version” of any existing work, but
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
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
Over the past few years, the US-American artist zakè and his friends have created a social ecosystem around the field of ambient music that is unrivalled. A network of labels, artists, collaborations and the resulting creative output. In the course of his upcoming album “Dolere”, I talked to him about
Some time ago I became aware of the American label “Past Inside The Present” and was amazed by their diverse and comprehensive back catalogue. The other day I had a chat about it with Zakè, the label founder.
Joachim Spieth 