Gondwana Records Podcast

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 Value

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

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

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

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

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

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

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