Following a debut EP praised for its freshness and boldness, S-Pazz returns with Birth of Light, a second release that fully confirms the potential of the Parisian duo. Blending elements of house, jazz, broken beat, and ambient, the record sees them refine their musical identity with a more intimate and introspective approach, yet always deeply rhythmic and luminous. Composed four-hands during a moment of personal transition, the EP feels like a rite of passage where music becomes a space of unity, resilience, and imagination. “This EP reflects a major transition in our lives, as it was written during Nathan’s move out of the shared flat where we also had our studio. Despite the change, we managed to preserve the unique creative world that defines the identity of S-Pazz. We deliberately infused it with a wide range of influences, spanning different eras and cultures. ‘Birth of Light’ builds on the foundations laid with our first EP: crafting music at the crossroads of our respective influences, always driven by our love for cinematic soundscapes.” S-Pazz The opening track, “Ce Matin-Là”, unfolds with a dreamlike atmosphere, led by lush string arrangements from Nathan’s father, a double bassist already sampled on their first EP. “We wanted to get closer to those tracks that bridge electronic and orchestral music, like what 4Hero, Bonobo, or even Air have done,” explains S-Pazz. The track also gets a reinterpretation from Tour-Maubourg, who delivers a deep house remix tinged with bossa nova, infusing the piece with a warm, summery, and organic tone that extends the EP’s globe-trotting spirit. With “Together”, the Parisian duo pays tribute to the UK broken beat scene through a syncopated and generous track where analog synths and live grooves coexist with subtle balance. “We wrote it in Instagram | Youtube | TikTok | SoundCloudthe summer of 2024. It combines a lot of sampling and a growing passion for synths we’ve developed over time. For the percussion, we drew a lot of inspiration from producers like Da Lata, 4hero, and Chaos in the CBD.” “My Heart” captures the EP’s dancefloor soul, a hybrid of broken beat, jazz, and funk. Warm brass, Prophet 5 bass doubled with a Rhodes, and a breathy vocal that bridges groove and emotion. “It’s a blend of jazz, dub, and funk. Club music that speaks to the body as much as to the heart.” The fruit of a year-long process, “Bees Die After Stinging” brings together afro-influenced 6/8 rhythms, field recordings of beehives, and finely crafted jazz arrangements. The illusion of a live band is meticulously constructed in-studio. “We’re especially proud of this track, it really captures the meeting point between our two musical worlds.” The closing track, “Ocean Reflections”, deliberately breaks away from classic house structure, embracing a freer, more ambient form. It brings the EP to a contemplative and fluid end. “We wanted to close the EP with something special, no four-on-the-floor kick, but a preserved groove that invites introspection. We invited our friend Claire Grunenberger to sing, and Grégoire added a jazz solo as a tribute to the early days of St Germain. S-Pazz is a project formed by Nathan and Grégoire, close friends and creative partners both on and off stage. Their music reflects a rare intersection of jazz, house, broken beat, and narrative-driven electronic music, shaped by their distinct backgrounds: Grégoire is a jazz-trained multi instrumentalist, while Nathan is a DJ and beatmaker influenced by hip-hop and raised in a family of musicians. Their debut EP Tales of Dancing Waters (2024) quickly caught the attention of listeners and curators alike, racking up hundreds of thousands of streams and landing on playlists alongside artists like Berlioz, Barry Can’t Swim, Dublon, and Tour-Maubourg. Now, with Birth of Light, the duo takes a major step forward in their evolution, laying the foundation for a deeply personal, immersive, and resolutely luminous musical language.[info sheet from distr.]