Name: Bright Sparkling Light
Brand: Matthew Halsall

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Default:19

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375 Media

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Limited edition

2000

Colour

Black

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Download code: Yes

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2024-03-01

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Catalogue number

GONDEP63

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4062548066142

Black 12"

Artist

Matthew Halsall

Label EU

Gondwana Records

Genre EU

Jazz

Matthew Halsall is a British trumpeter, composer, and band-leader. He is also a DJ and record producer and is the owner of and head of A&R for Gondwana Records.
With his unique blend of jazz, soul, and world music influences, Matthew Halsall has established himself as one of the most exciting and innovative artists in the contemporary music scene. His trumpet playing is both expressive and emotive, captivating audiences with its melodic beauty.
In addition to his solo work, Halsall leads his own band which features some of the finest musicians in the industry. Together they create mesmerizing performances that transport listeners to another realm. As a DJ and record producer, Halsall curates an eclectic mix of sounds that showcase his deep knowledge and passion for music.

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Gondwana Records is an independent record label based in Manchester, UK. Founded by Matthew Halsall in 2008, the label has gained recognition for its diverse roster of talented artists and exceptional music releases.

Over the years, Gondwana Records has been a platform for renowned musicians such as Dwight Trible, GoGo Penguin, John Ellis, Mammal Hands, Nat Birchall, Noya Rao, Phil France and Portico Quartet. Each artist brings their unique style and musical expertise to the label's catalogue.

With a commitment to showcasing innovative and boundary-pushing music, Gondwana Records continues to be at the forefront of the independent music scene. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or simply appreciate good music across genres, Gondwana Records offers a captivating selection that will leave you wanting more.

Matthew Halsall releases a limited-edition vinyl only pressing of Bright Sparkling Light, a luminous three track EP featuring some of his most gorgeous compositions. Originally conceived as a tour only exclusive, Bright Sparkling Light was recorded alongside, last year’s expansive beguiling long-player An Ever Changing View and draws on the same trademark blend of jazz, electronica, global and spiritual jazz influences. The original pressing sold-out on Matthew’s EU and UK tour last October and November and so many people got in touch with us here at Gondwana asking how they could get a copy that we decided to make a further 2000 copies available for retail and online sales.

The title track is a hypnotic meditation built on one of the lushest loops Halsall has ever created and featuring stellar work from Halsall and flautist Matt Cliffe. Newborough Forest is a brisk, uplifting composition celebrating one of Halsall’s favourite landscapes and the wonderous Tide and the Moon paints a sonic picture of late-night waters and deep mindfulness and features some of Matt Cliffe’s most beautiful tenor playing. Like An Ever Changing View, Bright Sparkling Light comes in a package as striking as the music, with handmade fonts designed by Ian Anderson and a beautifully realised embossed artwork that offers a perfect compliment to the LP.&nbsp;

Bright Sparkling Light 

Music EU

Discover Bright Sparkling Light by Matthew Halsall. Limited-edition vinyl EP featuring his most gorgeous compositions. Available now from Gondwana Records.