Gondwana Records Podcast

Ep. 30 Jasmine Myra – Where Light Settles + Q&A 17.06.2026 46分

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 to audiences through touring.Jasmine Myra - OpeningJasmine Myra - Likeness and ShadowJasmine Myra - BreathJasmine Myra - Where Light SettlesJasmine Myra - Likeness and ShadowJasmine Myra - Some Rain Must FallJasmine Myra - ReflectionsJasmine Myra - EchoJasmine Myra - In An InstantJasmine Myra - FragmentsJasmine Myra - Where Light Settleshttps://jasminemyra.com/https://www.gondwanarecords.comhttps://jasminemyra.bandcamp.com/album/where-light-settles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 29 Jasmine Myra – Some Rain Must Fall 02.06.2026 27分

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 journey to becoming not just a musician, but an artist.Jasmine Myra - OpeningJasmine Myra - BreathJasmine Myra - Some Rain Must FallJasmine Myra - Likeness and ShadowJasmine Myra - In an InstantJasmine Myra - Reflectionhttps://jasminemyra.com/https://www.gondwanarecords.comhttps://jasminemyra.bandcamp.com/album/where-light-settles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 28 Hanakiv – 18 Questions with Mari* 30.04.2026 4分

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 acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 27 Hanakiv – Interlude + Q&A 16.04.2026 38分

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 - LõpulaulHanakiv - SunbeamsHanakiv - LaseleHanakiv - Ma LangenHanakiv - IntroHanakiv - Liikumatult Hanakiv - January SongHanakiv - IntroHanakiv - May SongOpening Theme:The Gondwana Orchestra – ColoursHanakiv - IntroPresented and produced by Mari* All the music owned and released by Gondwana Records https://hanakiv.com/https://www.gondwanarecords.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 26 Hanakiv – Think Less, Feel More 09.04.2026 33分

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, Alabaster DePlume - No Words LeftHanakiv - And It Felt So NiceOpening Theme:The Gondwana Orchestra – ColoursHanakiv - IntroPresented and produced by Mari* All the music owned and released by Gondwana Records https://hanakiv.com/https://www.gondwanarecords.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 25 Hania Rani – Sentimental Value + Q&A 26.02.2026 55分

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 complexity. Hania shares her composing process, recording in different locations at different times, from Abbey Road Studios to the house where the film was set, with each piece still connected. Tracklist:Hania Rani - ChildlikeHania Rani - The HouseHania Rani - RachelHania Rani - ChildlikeHania Rani - NoraHania Rani - Lighter and LighterHania Rani - AgnesHania Rani - RiksarkivetHania Rani - GustavHania Rani - Sentimental ValuePresented and produced by Mari* All the music owned and released by Gondwana Records https://haniarani.com/https://www.gondwanarecords.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 24 Ancient Infinity Orchestra (Ozzy Moysey) – 13 Questions with Mari* 12.02.2026 11分

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* 12.11.2025 11分

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 14.10.2025 49分

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 ties to love, creativity and respecting each other.Tracklist:Ancient Infinity Orchestra - All I Can Say of the BlossomsAncient Infinity Orchestra - At Yoshio MountainAncient Infinity Orchestra - Joy of a Natural WorldAncient Infinity Orchestra - Golden MeadowAncient Infinity Orchestra - NilgoonAncient Infinity Orchestra - Golden MeadowAncient Infinity Orchestra - Chant for Don CherryAncient Infinity Orchestra - The SeekerAncient Infinity Orchestra - Old FriendsAncient Infinity Orchestra - All I Can Say of the BlossomsAncient Infinity Orchestra - Golden MeadowAncient Infinity Orchestra - At Yoshio Mountain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 21 Ancient Infinity Orchestra (Ozzy Moysey) – Don’t Practice Just Play + Q&A 07.10.2025 50分

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 at a young age and experiencing live music in Brighton, to education and collaboration in the Leeds music scene. Also, find out the origins of the distinctive name, Ancient Infinity Orchestra.Tracklist:Ancient Infinity Orchestra - GreetingAncient Infinity Orchestra - RejoicingAncient Infinity Orchestra - Spring BreakAncient Infinity Orchestra - Michael & ZelahAncient Infinity Orchestra - NiyamaAncient Infinity Orchestra - River of LightAncient Infinity Orchestra - EquanimityAncient Infinity Orchestra - Act of the SunAncient Infinity Orchestra - Pharoah Sings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 20 Chip Wickham – The Eternal Now + Q&A 25.09.2025 53分

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 Eternal NowChip Wickham - DriftingChip Wickham - No Turning BackChip Wickham - OutsideChip Wickham - Nara Black (Feat. PEACH)Chip Wickham - Falling DeepChip Wickham - IkigaiChip Wickham - Lost SoulsChip Wickham - The Eternal NowChip Wickham - DriftingChip Wickham - Falling Deep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 19 Chip Wickham – A Part of Something Bigger 16.09.2025 41分

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 Wickham - Tubby ChaserChip Wickham - StratosphericChip Wickham - Cloud 10Chip Wickham - Seven WorldsMatthew Halsall - Sending My LoveChip Wickham - Sais (Egypt)Chip Wickham - Winter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 18 Phi-Psonics (Seth Ford-Young) – Expanding To One 17.06.2025 44分

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 Force of the Universe, a record store in Pasadena, California.Tracklist:Phi-Psonics  –  Prelude: ExpansionPhi-Psionics –  Love Theme from Your LifePhi-Psonics  –  SunrisePhi-Psionics –  There’s Still HopePhi-Psonics  –  Nature SignPhi-Phonics  –  Sounds of the UniversePhi-Psonics  –  We’re All OnePhi-Psonics  –  New PyramidPhi-Psonics  –  Before the PyramidsPhi-Psonics  –  Healing TimePhi-Psonics  –  Discovery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 17 Phi-Psonics (Seth Ford-Young ) – Meaning and Connection Through Art 11.06.2025 40分

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-Psonics  –  An OfferingPhi-Psonics  –  Desert RidePhi-Psonics  –  New YouPhi-Psonics  –  The CradlePhi-Psonics  –  Still DancingPhi-Psonics  –  Lunar ReflectionPhi-Psonics  –  We Walk in the Gardens of Our Ancestors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep.16 Vega Trails (Milo Fitzpatrick) – Sierra Tracks + Q&A 15.04.2025 44分

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 grand string textures and expanding the ensemble. Milo shares the experience of recording this at Polish Radio with Hania Rani.Tracklist:Vega Trails – When this is OverVega Trails – Dream HouseVega Trails – ElisVega Trails – LargoVega Trails – ReverieVega Trails – Sleepwalk TokyoVega Trails – ElisVega Trails – ClarifantasistaVega Trails – MurmurVega Trails – Old Friend; The Sea Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep.15 Vega Trails (Milo Fitzpatrick) – Silence Shapes Sound + Q&A 07.04.2025 54分

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 forefront of his sound and how that vision came to life within Vega Trails.Tracklist:Vega Trails – LargoVega Trails – Red Moon RisingVega Trails - Thoughts ShiftingPortico Quartet - Double HelixVega Trails – Spiral SlowPortico Quartet - With Beside AgainstPortico Quartet - Immediately VisibleVega Trails – Love your GraceVega Trails – CloserVega Trails – Train to KyotoVega Trails – New PlanetVega Trails – Tramore StaticVega Trails – Epic Dream Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep.14 Svaneborg Kardyb – Superkilen + Q&A 05.11.2024 49分

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  – BalancenSvaneborg Kardyb  – UdsigtenSvaneborg Kardyb  – VaklerSvaneborg Kardyb  – BalancenSvaneborg Kardyb  – TvillingerSvaneborg Kardyb  – TideSvaneborg Kardyb  – Arendal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep.13 Svaneborg Kardyb – Sparkle of Something Different + Q&A 30.10.2024 40分

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 Tiny Desk Concert)Svaneborg Kardyb  – Et Lite Øyeblikk Bare (An Tiny Desk Concert)Svaneborg Kardyb  – FarvelSvaneborg Kardyb  – OpSvaneborg Kardyb  – IslandSvaneborg Kardyb  – Over TageSvaneborg Kardyb  – Fragt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep.12 Caoilfhionn Rose – Constellation + Q&A 13.06.2024 30分

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/privacy for more information.

Ep.11 Caoilfhionn Rose – Pathway to Music : Fall Into Place + Q&A 05.06.2024 29分

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.