Gethyn Jones releases new album

Known for his work as a radio and TV presenter, Gethyn Jones ventures into the world of storytelling with his ambitious project titled Fatal Equation. This multimedia endeavour features a romantic thriller novel accompanied by an enthralling music album, both stitched together to create a compelling artistic work.

In the book, Gethyn Jones crafts a tale of against-odds romance between the young singer-songwriter and DJ Ali Kurmi and the older, beautiful Laura O’Brien. Their budding relationship faces relentless opposition from familial adversaries and unseen forces, threatening to derail their chance at happiness. As the couple navigates through a minefield of obstacles, the story unfolds with edgy twists and turns, culminating in a suspenseful climax.

Accompanying the novel is the music album provided by the band Coolstar, helmed by Jones himself and co-producer Nick Bowen. Recorded at Quay West Studios in Hampshire, the album features a diverse collection of tracks that merge with the storyline of Fatal Equation. With Jones’s songwriting prowess and Bowen’s technical expertise, Coolstar delivers an epic eighteen-track record of classic pop-focused rock jams full of collaborations with talented musicians who each add their own sonic flair to the release.

From the grooving rhythms of opening track “How Could I Be So Wrong?,” Coolstar is joined by the talents of Liam Wakefield and country singer Lily Garland, the album kicks off with a folk-tinged rock outing full of catchy vocal leads and bright instrumentation to deliver a memorable sound.

“Lavender” sees Nick Bowen join the band for a gentle indie pop style piece led by smooth vocals, snapping drums and a delicate arrangement. On “Alright,” Phil Cottrell helps bring to life a slick sound of bouncy rhythms, bold brass tones and swaggering rock aesthetic.

Other highlights on the album include “May December” where Erin Newman adds stunning vocals to an elegant sound of silky instrumentation of guitars, piano and sax. “Ozone” jumps with funky grooves and infectious vocal lines to craft a buoyant sound of danceable rhythm and charming vocal performance.

Closing the record with “In Paradise,” Coolstar is once again joined by Nick Bowen for a dazzling six and a half minute journey of epic downtempo rock. It’s a superb final moment to conclude this stellar album of music that brings to life the latest project of Gethyn Jones in a spectacular way.

Listen to Fatal Equation below