Hugo Race & True Spirit are a distinguished ensemble in the realms of alternative rock and blues, led by the prolific Australian musician and producer Hugo Race. With a career spanning several decades, Race first made his mark in the music world as a founding member of the critically acclaimed post-punk band The Wreckery and as an early collaborator with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds. In the late 1980s, Race formed Hugo Race & True Spirit, embarking on a prolific and genre-defying journey that has since traversed the landscapes of dark blues, ambient, and even world music, underpinned by Race's deep, gravelly vocals and enigmatic songwriting.

The ensemble's recent releases, including "Star Birth," "Star Death," "2Dead2Feel," "Embryo," "False Idols," "53rd State," and "The Goldstreet Sessions," showcase their ability to evolve while maintaining a cohesive sound that's rooted in atmospheric storytelling and emotional depth. These albums reflect the band's continuous exploration of themes such as existential dread, transcendence, and the human condition, set against rich, sonic backdrops that blend traditional instrumentation with contemporary sounds. Through these works, Hugo Race & True Spirit have cemented their status as enduring figures in the alternative music scene, garnering a dedicated global following and critical acclaim for their artistic integrity and innovation.

Genres

Australian Post-punk

Related Artists

The National

Warren Ellis

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

Swans

Nick Cave

The Smiths

Einstürzende Neubauten

The Cure

Cocteau Twins

Interpol

PJ Harvey

Bauhaus

Latest Release

Chemical Wedding

Hugo Race & True Spirit

Album - 10 Tracks - Released July 12, 2024