TRULE
Al Wootton - - We Have Come To Banish The Dark (2x12") Al Wootton -
Al Wootton returns to his label Trule with his second album “We Have Come To Banish The Dark”. The record is a product of dystopic times, taut with energy and restrained violence, yet never oppressive or nihilistic. The theme is one of unity, liberation and resistance to a darkening world, against the rising tide of fascism, hypercapitalism, and right wing politics. Yet there remains a constant hope and light, most evident in the downtempo roller “Devarim” and the closing bars of “May Your Angels Of Light Accept Him”.
Wootton brings to the fore his youth experiences playing in post-punk bands and his longstanding appreciation of Metal to this swung, robust techno album. “We Have Come to Banish The Dark’’ recalls the industrialism of Chris and Cosey, Coil and Throbbing Gristle, while the ghosts of the UK Hardcore continuum through Jungle and UK Garage remain an ever haunting presence. The rhythms maintain a flexibility and lightness of touch that provide contrast to the monochrome industrial sound palette.
Over nine tracks Wootton explores a variety of rhythmic styles, from techno steppers such as “Descender” and “A Pox Cast”, to the 4x4 house of “A Cruel Sun Over Catalonia”, the minimal Drum and Bass-esque “Number, Weight , Division” and the loopy techno of “The Norman Yoke”, while eschewing typical genre tropes to maintain a cohesive sound over the whole album.
We Have Come To Banish The Dark is an album that rewards both ecstatic club moments and repeated deep listening with its high energy and detailed, textured sound design
1. Descender
2. All The World Is A Hospital
3. A Pox Cast
4. Number, Weight, Division
5. Devarim
6. The Norman Yoke
7. Becoming Light
8. A Cruel Sun Over Catalonia
9. May Your Angels Of Light Accept Him
about
products.product.pickup_availability.unavailable
Product information
Delivery Information
UK Delivery
We offer delivery throughout the United Kingdom using trusted courier and postal services.
Delivery costs are calculated at checkout and depend on the size, weight and destination of your order.
Estimated delivery times are displayed during checkout and in your order confirmation email.
International Delivery
We ship to selected international destinations.
Delivery times and shipping costs vary depending on location and will be displayed during checkout.
Please note that international customers may be responsible for any import duties, taxes or customs fees applicable in their country.
Order Processing
Orders are typically processed within 1-2 working days.
Orders placed on weekends or public holidays will be processed on the next working day.
During busy periods, release days or promotional events, processing times may be slightly longer.
Tracking Your Order
Where available, tracking information will be provided once your order has been dispatched.
Pre-Orders
Products marked as Pre-Order are not yet available for immediate dispatch.
Release dates are supplied by record labels, distributors and manufacturers and may be subject to change.
If your order contains both in-stock and pre-order items, we may hold the order until all items are available for dispatch.
Returns Policy
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase.
Returning Unwanted Items
You may return eligible items within 14 days of receiving your order.
To qualify for a return:
- Items must be unused and in original condition
- Products must be returned in their original packaging
- Proof of purchase must be provided
Return postage costs for unwanted items are the responsibility of the customer.
Faulty or Damaged Items
If your item arrives damaged or develops a fault, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery.
Please include:
- Your order number
- Description of the issue
- Photographs where applicable
We will arrange an appropriate replacement, repair or refund where required.
Refunds
Approved refunds will be processed to the original payment method.
Please allow up to 10 working days for funds to appear in your account once processed.







