Name: Xavier Arak
Country: Ibiza - Spain
Gender: Male
Occupation: Dj and producer
Javier Aracil, or Xavier Arak, is a young producer based in Ibiza and grew up in his hometown with the voice of Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye and Aretha Franklin, as well as that of his father, Javier Aracil, a famous soul singer of his time.
Javier’s musical culture expanded in London where he lived from the age of seventeen. He then resided China which was a turning point for him because this was where he discovered his skills as a DJ and began making his first appearances.
From that time Javier has left his mark on the peninsula, and especially in Ibiza, for his groove soul, at venues such as, Km 5 Ibiza, Plastik Beach, Moma, Sirocco, Ayoun , Hotel Pacha, Bfor, Destino Pacha or Ushuaia Beach and Tower and many more. Javier himself states that his “musical essence is telling a story in every song, trying to get people to listen, have feelings, as with soul music".
Currently Xavier Arak is working hard both in production and behind the decks, which is usually in the local city where he resides of Ibiza. Another great artist, Paul Reynolds, with whom he has shared the booth, states Xavier Arak’s style is very similar to Henrik Schwarz, for his love of harmonies has a very personal sound; his music is made from the heart with a single purpose, to convey productions, carry forward the melodic and funky vibe, with floating harmonies, keys and placed percussion.
What is your connection to Phangan?
Before when I was living in China I came to Koh Tao and Koh Samui for holidays. I never went to Koh Phangan before.
In the end of this season I began to think about coming here so I connected with Dj Nakadia and Miguel Matoz to help me prepare for my arrival.
You played at the Jungle Exp party, how did you like that?
Uf incredible! Many people, good energy , real jungle. I really love the Jungle Experience party.
Have you played here before?
No, this was my first time as a DJ here.
What do you feel you can bring to the Phangan scene?
I think I can bring a fresh style of music, I always bring some part of Ibiza with me.
Do you have other plans to play on Phangan?
I am going to play in three places here this time; Jungle Experience, Sunset Pearl and Merkaba Beach Club.
Right now I am fully involved with my own productions and my life are going really well !
I focus on work as much as I can in this time!
What is the best thing you ever been involved with or done?
This Asian tour maybe ))
What do you wish to bring back with you from your Phangan experience?
Uffff many things! I will bring good feelings with me home and I met so many great people here. I think all of the islands here are magic.
How did you get to where you are today?
By working hard and at the same time love what I do.
What is your life philosophy?
Follow your dreams as much as you can and if you are a good person, good things will come to you.
Xavier Arak
Ibiza
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