Establishment and Early Years (2007-2010) Initial Breakthrough: Truth began releasing music in late 2007, when Mala of
Digital Mystikz signed their debut single The Fatman / Stolen Children, and released it in 2009 on the label DEEP MEDi Musik. Described by Boomkat as "dark and immaculately executed”, the single (released as MEDi13x on 12" vinyl format.) established their reputation for producing dark, heavy, and meticulously crafted bass music.
Early Beginning: Following their initial success, Truth went on to release several EPs and singles that further solidified their standing within the dubstep world. Notable early tracks include
The Future,
Terror Planet,
Amnesia,
Wednesday,
Stay,
International,
Revelation,
Timeshift, and
Hackerz to name a few.
Debut Album: In September 2010, Truth released their debut album, Puppets, through Sydney-based Aquatic Lab Records. The album was nominated for Best Dubstep Album at the 2011 DubstepForum Awards.
Puppets was praised for its authentic dubstep sound, with reviews from outlets like
Knowledge Magazine, who lauded the album for its representation of "dubstep in its purest form" and characterized it as "spacious, sub-heavy and forward-thinking". Music Week described it as "an expansive listen that works as well on headphones as in a club"., while
The New Zealand Herald branded
Puppets "sinister yet soulful" praising its "beautifully brutal bass-laden beats". In April 2011, Truth released a New Zealand-only double-CD version of
Puppets. It included a bonus disc of remixes, previously unreleased material and a 35-minute mix of music from the album. The group stated that all proceeds from sales would go directly to charities involved with rebuilding
Christchurch following the earthquake of February 2011. In early 2011, Julian Van Auden left the group and now performs solo under the
moniker Gamble.
Expanding Influence and Discography (2011-2016) Between 2011 and 2016, Truth increased their music releases and touring and established their own record label. The duo cemented their reputation as key figures in the genre, and their work during these years has had a lasting impact on both their career and the broader bass music landscape.
Sophomore Album: Following debut album
Puppets in 2010, Truth released their second full-length album
Love’s Shadow in 2012. '''Singles and EP's:''' During this period, Truth released a series of singles and EPs that maintained their presence & momentum in the scene. Notable releases include: •
The Emperor (2011): Released on N-Type's Wheel & Deal Records. •
Redlight (2012): Released on J:Kenzo's seminal Artikal Music imprint. •
Devil’s Hands EP (2013): Released on the label Tempa, Devil’s Hand was a release in their catalog that used dark, brooding dubstep. Seeing broader commercial success, ''Devil's Hands'' went on to be featured in cable network FX's wildly successful
American Horror Story series. •
30,000 Ft EP (2014): Released on Mala's Deep Medi Musik label. •
How Strange EP (2014): Released on Tempa Recordings, the EP presented some of Truth's most haunting offerings, with title track
How Strange opening with eerie, ethereal vocals layered over dark, brooding sub-bass. Hypnotic, haunting atmosphere. •
Undeniable EP (2014):
Undeniable was the debut EP on Truth's newly formed label, Deep, Dark & Dangerous, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their career as label heads. The EP showcased their signature deep, atmospheric sound, blending minimalistic production with heavy basslines. The immersive, subtle nature of
Undeniable helped set the tone for the label, which would go on to become a prominent platform for dark, experimental dubstep. •
The Ark EP (2015): Released in 2015 on Firepower Records, this EP represented a unique blend of Truth's deep dubstep sound with broader musical experimentation. The EP received critical acclaim for its ability to balance dark, atmospheric dubstep with more diverse influences, such as house and beat-driven tracks.
VICE's
THUMP commented, that “Berlin,” for example, is an Ibiza-ready house tune, whereas “Come to Mind” featuring Lelijveld is a beat scene classic that wouldn’t seem out of sorts at
Low End Theory. •
Devils Game EP (2015): Released on their own Deep, Dark & Dangerous label imprint, this EP further explored their signature dark and minimal sound.
Deep, Dark & Dangerous Label In 2014, Truth established the record label
Deep, Dark & Dangerous. The label primarily includes dubstep artists and releases.
Growth and Continued Evolution (2017-Present) As of 2024, Truth continues to release music as artists and through their label. They continue to tour internationally, release new music, and support established & emerging talent through DDD. == Discography ==