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  • 2007

  • Belleruche in iTunes top 10 albums of 2007!

    12 Dec

    “Turntable Soul Music” by Belleruche has been named in the iTunes ‘Editor’s Choice’ 10 Best Albums of 2007. … (continued)

  • New Years Eve Party!

    03 Dec

    Tru Thoughts New Years Eve Party this year is a good ‘ole fashioned pub night at the Open House in Brighton. Label boss Robert Luis teams up with producer extraordinaire TM Juke for a back to back DJ set featuring the tunes of the year and some future classics for 2008! Tickets available now for £11 exclusively at www.etchshop.co.uk or £15 on the night. This includes an exclusive, free me&you mix CD for every single partygoer!
    contact: info@tru-thoughts.co.uk

  • Read the Broadsheets, do you?

    28 Nov

    If so, you may well have clocked some familiar Tru Thoughts faces getting rave reviews of late!... … (continued)

  • Hot 8 at National Jazz Museum!

    28 Nov

    Hot 8 Brass Band yesterday performed at National Jazz Museum in Harlem, USA for students of the Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts. Respected as cultural & spiritual leaders in their community and important spokesmen on New Orleans, they explained the fundamentals of New Orleans brass-band styles and the realities of post-Katrina life and art.

  • Weapons Of Jazz Destruction Out Now!

    19 Nov

    Ben Lamdin’s Octet deliver another brilliant Jazz album, fusing the raw atmosphere & vibe of classic ‘60s and ‘70s Jazz LPs with that unmistakable Nostalgia 77 twist and stunning production – an eclectic listen that grabs you by the ears and demands your attention! Legendary DJ Gilles Peterson has given his seal of approval, playing tracks from the album on his Radio 1 show. Buy your “Weapons of Jazz Destruction” at Etch Shop now!

  • Hint 'At the Dance' EP 12" Out Now!

    12 Nov

    ‘At the Dance’ the fantastic new EP from Hint – officially released as of Monday 12th November! In true Hint style, this is an inspired collection of sounds guaranteed to keep you on your toes. Ranging from future soul through off kilter hip hop to downtempo beats in the space of 5 amazing tracks…this is Hint really showing what he’s made of! Buy it now on the Etch Shop for only £4.50

  • Shapes 07:02 Comp Out Now

    02 Nov

    The brand new Shapes 07:02 compilation, released worldwide on Monday 5th Nov ‘07, is available to buy now on Etch Shop! … (continued)

  • me&you nominated for Art Vinyl 2007

    29 Oct

    Online voting for Art Vinyl 2007 has now begun and this year me&you’s ‘Floating Heavy’ is included as one of the 50 nominations! The winner is decided by a public vote and the results will be announced on Boxing day! All art entered will then be on exhibiton at The Art Vinyl Gallery, Hammersmith Riverside Studios and Virgin Megastore on Oxford Street. To vote for ‘Floating Heavy’ as your favourite vinyl art for 2007 visit www.ArtVinyl.com

  • QSO and Hot 8 Albums Out Now

    15 Oct

    The past couple of weeks have not only seen the official release of the Hot 8 Brass band’s debut album ‘Rock With The Hot 8’, showing their masterful mix of brass band and Hip Hop but we’re also proud to announce the release of ‘Tropidelico’, the brand new album from the QSO, which is available on CD/MP3 and dbl LP with a bonus disc of the album included absolutely free! ‘Tropidelico’ is available to buy on the Etch Shop now!

  • QSO and Hot 8 Out Now

    15 Oct

    October the 15th not only boasts the official release of the Hot 8 Brass band’s debut album ‘Rock With The Hot 8’ but we are also proud to announce that ‘Troidelico’, the outstanding fourth studio album from the QSO, is available to buy on Etch Shop now; one week before anywhere else! To get your copies visit Etch Shop now!

  • Saravah Soul sign to Tru Thoughts!

    03 Oct

    We have been busy in the transfer market and signed Brazilian/UK funk sensations Saravah Soul. Brought to our attention by band member Jack Yglesias, the percussionist with The Quantic Soul Orchestra (and also Poets Of Rhythm and The Soul Destroyers), this act are amazing both recorded and live. Check out their My Space via www.saravahsoul.com

  • Sexual Healing Out Now

    01 Oct

    One of the most highly anticipated single of the year, ‘Sexual Healing’, is available to buy on Etch Shop NOW for only £3.99!! The Hot 8 Brass Band’s energetic big brass version of the Marvin Gaye Classic has been backed by the likes of Gilles Peterson, Rob Da Bank and Coldcut. Look out for the CD ‘Rock With The Hot 8’! available as of Monday 8th Oct on Etch Shop exclusively! Features their killer rework of Snoop’s “What’s My Name”.

  • QSO Single Out Now

    22 Sep

    ‘She Said What?’, the first single from the Quantic Soul Orchestra highly awaited fourth album, is out exclusively on Etch Shop now! … (continued)

  • Belleruche to support Fat Freddys Drop in Australia

    19 Sep

    We are pleased to announce that Belleruche and Robert Luis (DJ) are off to Oz in November for series of dates with the fantastic Fat Freddys Drop. … (continued)

  • me & you Single Out Now

    11 Sep

    This drum n bass remix by Benny Page of Last Night is the second single from me&you.
    A re working of the original vocal hook, Benny Page mixes the original Reggae/British Calypso vibe with his own style of hard hitting beats. The B side is Solo Moderna’s deep house remix of The Hoop Loop plus a dub step track featuring vocals from the Dirty Diggers’ Young Max.
    Last Night is available to buy NOW on our Etch Shop for only £3.99!

  • KYLIE SIGNS TO TRU THOUGHTS

    31 Aug

    After The Bamboos recent Tour we reckon anyone who heard the vocals of Kylie Auldist will understand why we quickly grabbed her fair hand to sign a contract for us. … (continued)

  • Bamboos Single OUT NOW

    14 Aug

    Bring It Home ft. Alice Russell is The Bamboos third single from their stunning second album on Tru Thoughts, Rawville. … (continued)

  • New Music For Tru Thoughts

    13 Aug

    A new single from The Bamboos ft. Alice Russell is available now on Etchshop as well as special limited edition ‘black labels’ of the Benny Page d ‘n’ b mix of me&you’s Last Night. Look out for limited edition Hot 8 Brass Band “Sexual Healing” promo 12s doing the rounds released on October 1st, or a week in advance on Etchshop. 2007 will further see albums from The Quantic Soul Orchestra, Hot 8 Brass Band, Nostalgia 77 Octet plus a new Shapes compilation.

  • Barakas Single OUT NOW

    07 Aug

    Barakas (aka Bonobo) has a new 12 out for Tru Thoughts … (continued)

  • Alice Russell leaves Tru Thoughts

    07 Aug

    Through a series of discussions with Alice, we felt it was appropriate to allow Alice to look for alternative outlets for her releases. … (continued)

  • The Big Chill

    07 Aug

    Thanks to everyone’s support at The Big Chill!!! … (continued)

  • Signed Alice Russell DVDs Now Available

    26 Jul

    June ‘07 saw Tru Thoughts’ first ever DVD release: Alice Russell Live in Paris. The DVD contains 80 minutes of Alice’s delightfully soulful vocal chords belting out 15 of her best loved tracks including covers of the White Stripes, Nina Simone and Outkast.

    The response has been great and and we’re now selling some exclusively signed copies. To buy your signed copy for only £9.99 click HERE

  • Belleruche Album Release

    09 Jul


    Belleruche’s album launch party, held at the fabulous Luminaire venue, saw brilliant sets from both Belleruche and DJ Vadim on 6th July. Their unique blend of Soul, Jazz and Hip Hop with Kathrin’s voice beautifully layered on top is a must hear auditory delight and is available to buy at the Etch Shop and all good record stores worldwide NOW! To buy your copy of their stunning debut album,Turntable Soul Music, click HERE

  • Floating Heavy now available...

    07 Jul

    Robert Luis and Alex “TM Juke” Cowan present ‘Floating Heavy’, their debut album on Tru Thoughts as dancefloor duo me&you. Highlights include ‘Brown Paper Bag’, a dub cover of the Roni Size classic and ‘Last Night’, a latin/drum and bass workout, which has recently been remixed by Benny Page.

    This is a must have album and is now available to buy, exclusively at the Etch Shop

  • Belleruche Album Launch

    04 Jul

    In support of Belleruche’s album release, ‘Turntable Soul Music’, they are hosting a launch party on Fri 6th July at The Luminaire, 307-311 Kilburn High Road, London from 9pm till late.
    Belleruche are playing live as well as Dj Vadim, Duck and Modest playing records, glamorous usherette girls, an unknown raffle, free mix cds, albums and t-shirts for sale, cupcakes and music to wear your shoes out to. All for only £5 entrance fee, damn fine….

  • Hot 8 Brass Band sign to Tru Thoughts!

    14 Jun

    We are very please to announce that the Hot 8 Brass Band are now signed to Tru Thoughts. Watch this space for more info and release news… … (continued)

  • Shapes EP:Y 12" Out Now

    04 Jun

    The new Tru-Thoughts Shapes compilation, released on the 4th of June, comes in the form of a 12” EP featuring tracks from Alice Russell, The Quantic Soul Orchestra, Spengler and an exclusive Part Time Heroes remix of Up Hygh’s Compatible … (continued)

  • Alice Russell DVD Available Exclusively At Etch Shop

    29 May

    Tru-Thoughts first DVD release: Alice Russell – Live In Paris is available to buy exclusively now only at the Etch Shop , two weeks before the official release date of 11.06.07

  • Little Steps 7" Out Now

    29 May

    Nostalgia77 latest release ‘Little Steps’ is now available to buy at the Etch Shop for just £3.99

  • iTunes Use Quantic Track for latest Ad

    24 May

    Mi Swing Es Tropical by Quantic & Nickodemus ft. Tempo & The Candela Allstars has been used as the backing track for the latest iPod TV commercial, which is being aired in the UK from the 23rd May and worldwide throughout late May and June.


    The Mi Swing Es Tropical digital single is coming soon on the iTunes store

  • me and you

    11 May

    me&you are Robert Luis (Tru-Thoughts co-owner) & TM Juke. Their first 7” single was released on 14th May ‘07 and features a dub/Reggae cover of Roni Size’s iconic Drum ‘n’ Bass classic ‘Brown Paper Bag’ alongside head nodding, dance-floor-stomping summer anthem ‘The Hoop Loop’.

    me&you release their full album, ‘Floating Heavy’, on Tru-Thoughts in July but you can buy the single now exclusively at the Etch Shop

  • Win Win Win!

    04 May

    To celebrate The Bamboos UK tour and their new album ‘Rawville’ on 7th May we’ve teamed up with fellow Australian surf label Mambo and are giving away a goodie bag full of stuff! For your chance to win a huge Mambo canvas, a signed album, gig tickets and more click here and answer a very easy question. Don’t forget The Bamboos tour starts on Sunday 6th May at Kabuki Brighton and Rawville is out on Monday 7th May, available now from the Etch Shop.

  • THE BAMBOOS

    23 Apr

    The Bamboos new album, ‘Rawville’, is due out on the 7th of May & is already causing quite a stir, with iDJ Magazine hailing it as ’...arguably the best funk album of the modern era’

    For a full list of UK tour dates go to the Gigs section of our site and be sure to check out the Bamboos new podcast here
    You can buy Rawville from 1st May exclusivley at the Etch Shop

  • Alice Russell & TM Juke Down Under

    10 Apr

    Alice Russell & TM Juke are currently touring around Australia until the 12th of April ‘07. For a list of dates and gig info visit our Gigs section to our website

  • Nostalgia77 Podcast Available on Gilles Peterson Website

    10 Apr

    Gilles Peterson has added Nostalgia77’s latest podcast to his website www.GilesPetersonWorldWide.com
    Giles Peterson has been a keen fan/supporter of Nostalgia77 since their 2006 release on Tru-thoughts ‘Borderlands’ which received the ‘Best Jazz Album Of The Year’ at the Gilles Peterson BBC Worldwide awards.
    Borderlands is available to buy at Etch Shop

  • Tru-Thoughts Down Under

    10 Apr

    What with the release of The Bamboos ‘Get In The Scene’ 7” (feat. Ohmega Watts) on the 9th of April ‘07 and with Alice Russell & TM Juke currently on tour in Australia we thought we’d bring an ‘Aussie’ feel to the Tru-Thoughts camp!
    The Bamboos – Get In the Scene is now available to buy at Etch Shop
    Alice & TM Juke tour info available at our Gigs section.
    Watch out for The Bamboos UK tour in May!

  • Everything Under The Sun

    19 Mar

    A song-based collection from Nostalgia 77 exploring new musical territory, a new example of lush, atmospheric, funky Jazz ft. vocalist Lizzy Parks on the opening track “Wildflower” (A Gilles Peterson favourite!). The use of vocalists helps create a beautiful cosmic-tinged jazz album that sounds as much classic & spiritual as it does Cinematic Orchestra and Koop. “It’s like Portishead meets Charles Mingus!”

    Buy it now at Etch Shop

  • Lanu's Debut Album 'This Is My Home'

    19 Mar

    Lance from The Bamboos releases his solo album. … (continued)

  • Shapes Compilation Out Now!!!

    12 Mar

    STOP PRESS!!! New Shapes Album Out Today UK & EtchShop!!! … (continued)

  • Freddie Cruger Wins Best Urban Producer 2007

    02 Mar

    Swedish Deejay Awards 2007 have been finalised this March in Stockholm and Freddie won his group as best Urban Producer / Remixer of the year. … (continued)

  • Tru Thoughts discontinue night at Audio in Brighton

    26 Feb

    We have decided to leave Audio after a year. … (continued)

  • Belleruche Now Signed to Tru Thoughts

    23 Feb

    We have had our eyes on them for a while, and now Belleruche are firmly signed on the dotted line. Their full length Tru Thoughts release ‘Turntable Soul Music’ will be out later this year. … (continued)

  • Alice Russell Goes Down Under

    22 Feb

    This April Alice and her band are off to Auz and Singapore…. … (continued)

  • The Bamboos Live at Tropfest Australia

    21 Feb

    On Sunday 18th February the mighty Bamboos played possibly their biggest crowd yet. … (continued)

  • New Dirty Diggers Video Out Now

    05 Feb

    Watch the brand new Diggers Video for their new single WANNABES. The single is out on the 5th March on 12” vinyl and available to buy from the Etch shop on the day of release. … (continued)

  • Artist news and new releases for 2007

    24 Jan

    In the next few months Tru Thoughts and Zebra Traffic are churning out plenty of top notch releases to get you psyched. … (continued)

  • Nostalgia 77 wins Gilles Peterson Award

    24 Jan

    Nostalgia 77 win best Jazz Album of the Year!! … (continued)

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