Disclaimer
Work-in-progress sizzle—select clips will be replaced in the final release.
THE BEGINNING OF XALO
Legacy in Sound
Only 3,333 people will be part of this campaign.
About this Launch
In 1964, French artist Jacqi recorded an album that was never released. Sixty years later, her grandson Talain is restoring those master tapes and reimagining her work through his own record. Two generations connected by melody, memory, and light.
Funds raised through this campaign will go directly toward restoring and re-imagining my Grandmeres original compositions, purchasing master rights, and producing new works inspired by her legacy. Additional support will fund mixing and mastering for both albums, music videos, visual artwork, and limited-edition vinyl pressings.
Your contribution also helps build the foundation of XALO RECORDS itself—supporting PR and marketing, merchandise, and the creation of a visual world that honors where the story began.
In Production Now
Grandmère's 1964 Record
Initial Transfer Complete
First mastering pass finished by Becker Mastering.
Noise Reduction & De-Clicking
Spectral repair applied to remove pops and surface noise.
EQ Restoration
Phase alignment + tonal balancing underway.
Final Mastering & Vinyl Prep
Archival clean pass, dynamics matched, and final polish before lacquer cutting.
Visuals in Development
Vinyl package design and proof-of-concept
animation that will double as a music video.
Talain's Record
Recording Ongoing
Approximately half the album recorded.
New Songs in Development
Additional pieces ready to enter production.
Session Musicians
Hiring live musicians to replace programmed instrumentation.
Mixing Pending
To begin once final tracking is complete.
Mastering Pending
Final mastering after mixes are complete.
Artwork in Progress
Album visuals and identity being designed.
Fiscally Sponsored By
This project is fiscally sponsored by [TBD], a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing financial oversight. Secure payment processing via Stripe • Limited-edition authenticity with hand-numbering • Transparent refund and exchange policy on request.
Only 3,333 spots are available.
Support This Release
Digital delivery Q1 2026
Digital delivery Q1 2026
Digital delivery Q1 2026, ledger at vinyl release
Ships worldwide upon vinyl release
Ships worldwide upon vinyl release
Video call scheduled privately, items ship at vinyl release
Event scheduled after campaign, vinyl ships at release
Dinner scheduled privately, items ship at vinyl release
Studio day scheduled privately, print and vinyl ship at release
Fund Allocation
What's Inside the Packages
Limited Edition Print
A beautifully rendered collector's piece — this art print celebrates my grandmother's legacy, designed exclusively for select tiers.
Art by YALDA SEPAHPOUR (place holder)
Premium Apparel
Choose between a sweater or hoodie, each designed specifically for higher tiers and crafted with care.
45 RPM 7" Vinyl Record
One of my grandmother's restored songs alongside three re-imagined versions by modern composers — 4 tracks total, pressed on vinyl.
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