Gondwana Records Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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