Gondwana Records Podcast
Welcome to the Gondwana Records Podcast. Our presenter Mari* is joined by Gondwana artists and explores their musical origins, life stories and creative processes of their albums.
Episodes
Ep. 31 Jasmine Myra – 13 Questions with Mari*
Mari* and Jasmine Myra take part in a quick-fire Q&A. Find out whether Jasmine prefers composing or performing, what she'd be doing if she weren't a musician, her dream destination to visit, and more.Jasmine Myra - Fragmentshttps://jasminemyra.com/https://www.gondwanarecords.comhttps://jasminemyra.bandcamp.com/album/where-light-settles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio
Ep. 30 Jasmine Myra – Where Light Settles + Q&A
Jasmine Myra discusses her latest album, Where Light Settles, recorded live in Leeds with sixteen musicians, including core members of her band and guest performers. She explores the inspirations behind the record, the power of instrumental music to tell stories and evoke emotions without words, and the ideas behind individual tracks. Jasmine also reflects on her experiences of bringing the music
Ep. 29 Jasmine Myra – Some Rain Must Fall
Jasmine Myra joins us to discuss her new album, Where Light Settles. She shares her process of writing and recording the music with her band together in the same room, and the emotion of hearing the songs come to life through live instruments for the very first time. Jasmine also reflects on her move to London, her continued collaboration with long-time musicians from the North of England, and her
Ep. 28 Hanakiv – 18 Questions with Mari*
Mari* and Hanakiv dive into a quick-fire round of Q&A. Hear her take on guilty pleasure records, the path she might have taken if she weren’t a musician, plus questions on style, sport, snacks, soundtracks, and more.Hanakiv - LõpulaulPresented and produced by Mari* All the music owned and released by Gondwana Records https://hanakiv.comhttps://www.gondwanarecords.com Hosted on Acast. See
Ep. 27 Hanakiv – Interlude + Q&A
Hanakiv joins us to talk about her new album, Interlude. What began as therapeutic writing took shape after she brought an upright piano into her home, which became an essential part of her creative process. She shares how singing emerged naturally, from humming melodies to fully formed vocals, and how she came to share her voice with the world.Hanakiv - NumbHanakiv - StillHanakiv - LõpulaulHanaki
Ep. 26 Hanakiv – Think Less, Feel More
Hanakiv explores her signature prepared piano technique, the inspirations behind her work, and the roots of her distinct sound. She reflects on her journey from growing up in Estonia through her musical education, formative internships and evolution as a composer, leading to her move to London and Gondwana Records.Hanakiv - Home IIHanakiv - Meditation IIIHanakiv - Home IHanakiv - GoodbyeHanakiv, A
Ep. 25 Hania Rani – Sentimental Value + Q&A
Hania Rani discusses her latest album, the original music for the film Sentimental Value. She reflects on her collaboration with director Joachim Trier, his connection to music, and the way he uses it in his films. She considers what film has taught her about expression, its ability to incorporate many elements, and its sense of discovery. Through her music, she amplifies the characters and their
Ep. 24 Ancient Infinity Orchestra (Ozzy Moysey) – 13 Questions with Mari*
Mari* and Ozzy play a short, quick round of fun Q&A, from one of the best live performances he’s seen to his favourite animals. Tune in to find out who Ozzy’s dream musical partner is. Tracklist: Ancient Infinity Orchestra - Golden MeadowAncient Infinity Orchestra - Joy of a Natural World Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 23 Chip Wickham – 15 Questions with Mari*
Mari* and Chip play a short, quick round of fun Q&A, from his desert island discs to football chat. Tune in to hear what he has to say about Coltrane vs. Pharoah Sanders.Tracklist:Chip Wickham - OutsideChip Wickham - No Turning BackChip Wickham - Falling Deep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 22 Ancient Infinity Orchestra (Ozzy Moysey) – It’s Always About Love + Q&A
Ozzy Moysey of Ancient Infinity Orchestra takes us through their new album, It’s Always About Love, sharing his musical inspirations and delving into the power that music has. We hear about the evolution and addition of members in the 15-piece ensemble and look closer at the songs on the album, with the meaning and stories behind them. Ozzy highlights the need for more music and kindness, and its
Ep. 21 Ancient Infinity Orchestra (Ozzy Moysey) – Don’t Practice Just Play + Q&A
Ozzy Moysey of 15 piece ensemble Ancient Infinity Orchestra shares with us the instruments he picked up from an early age, his musical education from lessons as a child through to music college and beyond, meeting likeminded musicians and moving into a house with his bandmates, rooted in community. His location in the county defined how he interacted with music; learning and writing from a village
Ep. 20 Chip Wickham – The Eternal Now + Q&A
Chip Wickham takes us through his new album The Eternal Now, sharing the journey of its creation from the initial sessions and the musicians he collaborated with, to the shared writing and production process with Matthew Halsall. This time, he embraced a different approach working at his own pace, taking time to explore creatively, and allowing space for playfulness.Tracklist:Chip Wickham - The Et
Ep. 19 Chip Wickham – A Part of Something Bigger
Chip Wickham shares insights into his musical upbringing, recounting how learning to play the saxophone opened the door to the world of jazz. In this episode, he recognises those who shaped his musical education and reflects on the diverse genres along this journey. Chip speaks about his collaboration and friendship with Matthew Halsall and his inevitable move to Gondwana Records.Tracklist:Chip Wi
Ep. 18 Phi-Psonics (Seth Ford-Young) – Expanding To One
Seth Ford-Young of Phi-Psonics takes us behind the scenes of the new release Expanding to One, an album rooted in community and collaboration, which harnessed the power of having the audience in the same space at the time of recording. Embracing a DIY ethos and creating music largely in the moment, Seth explains how he co-ordinated an expansive group of musicians to record the project at Healing F
Ep. 17 Phi-Psonics (Seth Ford-Young ) – Meaning and Connection Through Art
Seth Ford-Young of Phi-Psonics takes us on a journey through his early musical memories and the eclectic genres, instruments, and projects that shaped his path. In this episode, he reflects on the pivotal move to California, the influence of his surroundings and joining Gondwana Records. Exploring the ties between nature and sound, and finding meaning and connection through art.Tracklist:Phi-Psoni
Ep.16 Vega Trails (Milo Fitzpatrick) – Sierra Tracks + Q&A
Milo Fitzpatrick takes us behind the scenes of Sierra Tracks, diving into the creative processes and the new musical territories explored alongside collaborator Jordan Smart. Inspired by his move to Madrid, Milo found himself composing melodies in his head while walking through the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains. The landscape had a profound influence on the music, leading to the inclusion of gran
Ep.15 Vega Trails (Milo Fitzpatrick) – Silence Shapes Sound + Q&A
Milo Fitzpatrick of Vega Trails takes us on a journey through his early musical beginnings, from learning to play an instrument with his family to finding support and encouragement through school. In this episode, he shares the stories behind meeting his future bandmates and collaborators. Delving into the creative processes that shaped his music, Milo explains his desire to place the bass at the
Ep.14 Svaneborg Kardyb – Superkilen + Q&A
Svaneborg Kardyb invite us behind the scenes of their creative journey, sharing how the park next to their studio became a muse for their latest album 'Superkilen'. In this episode, they discuss their live performances, the magic of composing together, and collaborations. Tracklist:Svaneborg Kardyb – SuperkilenSvaneborg Kardyb – CyclesSvaneborg Kardyb – St. PancrasSvaneborg Kardyb
Ep.13 Svaneborg Kardyb – Sparkle of Something Different + Q&A
Svaneborg Kardyb take us on a journey from their serendipitous beginnings to becoming Denmark’s breakthrough jazz artists. In this episode, the duo reflects on their chemistry, years of collaboration, and pivotal moments. They share the story of how they joined the Gondwana Records family and dive into their creative process.Tracklist:Svaneborg Kardyb – BlikSvaneborg Kardyb – Terrassedør (An
Ep.12 Caoilfhionn Rose – Constellation + Q&A
Caoilfhionn Rose shares creative process, challenges and stories behind the songs from her latest album ‘Constellation’.Tracklist:Caoilfhionn Rose – ConstellationCaoilfhionn Rose – Wandering MindCaoilfhionn Rose – JosephineCaoilfhionn Rose – Drifting DustCaoilfhionn Rose – RainfallCaoilfhionn Rose – Fall Into PlaceCaoilfhionn Rose – MomentaryCaoilfhionn Rose – Simple Hosted on Acast. See acast.com
Ep.11 Caoilfhionn Rose – Pathway to Music : Fall Into Place + Q&A
Caoilfhionn Rose discusses the power of music. She shares the significant period of writing sparked after being unwell and also talks about her passion for collaborating with other musicians.Tracklist:Caoilfhionn Rose – AwakenCaoilfhionn Rose – To MeCaoilfhionn Rose – GardenCaoilfhionn Rose – Every Waking MinutesCaoilfhionn Rose – PathCaoilfhionn Rose – Point In TimeCaoilfhionn Rose – Fireflies Ho
Ep.10 Jasmine Myra – Still Waters Run Deep + Q&A
Jasmine Myra talks us through the creative process of her new album ‘Rising’. She shares both her vulnerabilities and her growing confidence in herself and her music.Tracklist:Jasmine Myra – RisingJasmine Myra – Still WatersJasmine Myra – GlimmersJasmine Myra – KnowingnessJasmine Myra – From EmbersJasmine Myra – How Tall the MountainsJasmine Myra – RisingOpening Theme:The Gondwana Orchestra – Colo
Ep.09 Jasmine Myra – Rising with music + Q&A
Jasmine Myra recalls how she started in jazz and developed her musicianship in Leeds. She also discusses her struggle with mental health, the positives that came from that challenging period and shares the story behind her signature song ‘Words Unspoken’.Tracklist:Jasmine Myra – PrologueJasmine Myra – AwakeningJasmine Myra – HorizonsJasmine Myra – Words Left UnspokenJasmine Myra – Morningtide Host
Ep.08 Hania Rani – Searching for Ghosts + Q&A
Hania Rani picks up the conversation about her latest album ‘Ghosts’ with an introspective and intimate exploration of the making of the record. She closes the episode by answering questions from her listeners.Tracklist:Hania Rani - A Day In Never Hania Rani - Nostalgia Hania Rani - Oltre TerraHania Rani - Dancing with Ghost (Ft. Patrick Watson)Hania Rani - Thin Line (Ft. Duncan Be
Ep.07 Hania Rani – Inspired by Ghosts
Hania Rani dives deep into her new album ‘Ghosts’, sharing the ethereal, liminal and haunted inspirations behind the music.Tracklist:Hania Rani - Dancing Hania Rani - Oltre TerraHania Rani - The BoatHania Rani - A Day in NeverHania Rani -MoanHania Rani - Oltre TerraHania Rani - The Thin Line (Ft. Duncan Bellamy)Hania Rani - Dancing with Ghost (Ft. Patrick Watson)Hania Rani - A Whispering Hous
Ep.06 Hania Rani – Artistic Explorations + Q&A
Hania Rani shares her thoughts and feelings behind performing live, discovering new art, and composing for theatre and film, as well as answering a variety of questions from her listeners.Tracklist:Hania Rani - EdenHania Rani - Time Hania Rani - BukaHania Rani - NestHania Rani - Soleil PâleHania Rani - Letter to GlassHania Rani - In Between Hania Rani - Zero HourHania Rani - Rurka Hoste
Ep.05 Hania Rani – Life with Piano
Hania Rani guides us through stories of her musical childhood, finding her sound between Warsaw and Berlin, and sending her demos to Gondwana Records. Tracklist:Hania Rani - F MajorHania Rani - SunHania Rani - DreamyHania Rani - EsjaHania Rani - TennenHania Rani - Summer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.04 Matthew Halsall – Weaving New Worlds + Q&A
Matthew Halsall walks us through ‘An Ever Changing View’, exploring the thoughts and processes behind the music and the colourful tapestry on the album artwork. The episode closes with questions from Matthew’s listeners. Tracklist:Matthew Halsall - An Ever Changing ViewMatthew Halsall - Water StreetMatthew Halsall - Calder ShapesMatthew Halsall - Field of VisionMatthew Halsall - Natural Movem
Ep.03 Matthew Halsall – Sketching with Sounds
Matthew Halsall talks us through the magical locations where he composed his new album ‘An Ever Changing View’ and plays some of his treasured, custom-made percussion that features on the record.Tracklist:Matthew Halsall - Water StreetMatthew Halsall - Calder ShapesMatthew Halsall - Tracing NatureMatthew Halsall - Field of VisionMatthew Halsall - Mountains, Trees and SeasMatthew Halsall - Triangle
Ep.02 Matthew Halsall – Vision for Gondwana Records + Q&A
Matthew Halsall shares the story, vision and thoughts behind Gondwana Records, as well as answering a variety of questions from his listeners.Tracklist:Matthew Halsall & The Gondwana Orchestral - Daan Park Matthew Halsall - Joyful Spirit of the UniverseMatthew Halsall - TogetherMatthew Halsall - Song of Charlie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.01 Matthew Halsall – Beginnings in Music
Matthew Halsall discusses key moments and memories from his childhood with presenter Mari*, recalling the experiences that shaped his musical tastes and artistic journey.Tracklist: Matthew Halsall - Positive ActivityMatthew Halsall - MuditaMatthew Halsall - LifePhil France (Mr.Scruff Remix) - Joy of Brass Matthew Halsall - I’ve Found JoyMatthew Halsall & The Gondwana Orchestra - Journey i
Gondwana Records Podcast Trailer
Trumpeter, producer and label founder Matthew Halsall sits down with Gondwana Records’ DJ Mari* to chat about his musical origins, passions outside of music and to dive deeper into his landmark new album ‘An Ever Changing View’. Episode 01 is out on Monday 18th September. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
