Springy deftness Cool precision Serious chops Andy Cowan, Mojo Playfulness and invention throughout Soweto Kinch, BBC Radio 3 Fresh off the success of their debut, Outside the Lighta powerful new set of original jazz. Inspired by the wild beauty of Mid Wales, their sound is sharp, lyrical, and rhythmically bold. With deep musical connection and refined touch, the quartet invites you into a world where emotion and improvisation flow as one. Following the critical acclaim of their debut album Source of the Severn, the Will Barnes Quartet returns with Outside the Lighta bold and expressive new chapter in their artistic journey. This second album deepens the groups exploration of the interplay between jazz improvisation and the evocative landscapes of Mid Wales and the Welsh Marches. Through a collection of original compositions, the album weaves lyrical beauty with intricate rhythmic interplay.