Bruce Soord

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Release Date: 27 November 2015

Label: Kscope

Packaging Type: Digipak

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 802644834115

Genres: Rock Pop-Rock

Release Date: 12 February 2016

Label: Kscope

Packaging Type: Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 802644891521

Genres: Rock Pop-Rock

Release Date: 12 April 2024

Label: Kscope

Packaging Type: Digipak

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 802644700922

Genres: Rock Pop-Rock

Release Date: 30 May 2025

Label: Kscope

Packaging Type: Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 802644826011

Genres: Rock Pop-Rock

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The first solo album from Bruce Soord, the frontman and creative force behind The Pineapple Thief.

The self titled album was recorded during the summer of 2015 at Bruce Soord's UK studio. All the tracks were written and performed by Soord with Darren Charles (Godsticks) playing additional guitar.

Having wanted to make a solo album for many years Soord found himself taking surprising paths to create this record; here he has explored the softer, dreamier side of his song-writing - more acoustic in nature, whilst retaining depth in its arrangement.

Revisiting his entire life to find inspiration for the songs. A lifetime growing up in a small town, a once thriving sprawl of friends, lovers and music; much of that now decayed - the venues are closed and the old hunting grounds unrecognisable - this record is a celebration of the past as much as it is an epitaph of times past. While the songs describe a sense of the past that has been lost, it is also a celebration of a wonderful and artistically decaying town.

The album will launch with the track 'Familiar Patterns' with single 'Willow Tree' set to be the radio and video track.

Soord recently premiered the songs live with a UK tour supporting label mates Sweet Billy Pilgrim.

The Pineapple Thief, formed in 1999 by Bruce Soord have continued to evolve and refine their sound ever since and are seen by many as one of the most interesting and innovative rock bands the UK have produced in recent years. Recent albums like Magnolia (2014), All The Wars (2012) and Someone Here Is Missing (2010) have made their reputation and fan base stronger, starting to gather interest from a wider spectrum of alternative rock followers. Bruce Soord also collaborates with other Kscope artists, joining forces with Katatonia's Jonas Renkse on the 2013 Wisdom Of Crowds project and joining Katatonia on their Dethroned & Uncrowned Unplugged acoustic European tour. Soord is also working on various other projects creating 5.1 mixes including the new TesseracT album Polaris and remixing Opeth's album Deliverance.

Bruce Soord will be presented in a digipack with a 8 page colour booklet.

Description
The first solo album from Bruce Soord, the frontman and creative force behind The Pineapple Thief.

The self titled album was recorded during the summer of 2015 at Bruce Soord's UK studio. All the tracks were written and performed by Soord with Darren Charles (Godsticks) playing additional guitar.

Having wanted to make a solo album for many years Soord found himself taking surprising paths to create this record; here he has explored the softer, dreamier side of his song-writing - more acoustic in nature, whilst retaining depth in its arrangement.

Revisiting his entire life to find inspiration for the songs. A lifetime growing up in a small town, a once thriving sprawl of friends, lovers and music; much of that now decayed - the venues are closed and the old hunting grounds unrecognisable - this record is a celebration of the past as much as it is an epitaph of times past. While the songs describe a sense of the past that has been lost, it is also a celebration of a wonderful and artistically decaying town.

The album will launch with the track 'Familiar Patterns' with single 'Willow Tree' set to be the radio and video track.

Soord recently premiered the songs live with a UK tour supporting label mates Sweet Billy Pilgrim.

The Pineapple Thief, formed in 1999 by Bruce Soord have continued to evolve and refine their sound ever since and are seen by many as one of the most interesting and innovative rock bands the UK have produced in recent years. Recent albums like Magnolia (2014), All The Wars (2012) and Someone Here Is Missing (2010) have made their reputation and fan base stronger, starting to gather interest from a wider spectrum of alternative rock followers. Bruce Soord also collaborates with other Kscope artists, joining forces with Katatonia's Jonas Renkse on the 2013 Wisdom Of Crowds project and joining Katatonia on their Dethroned & Uncrowned Unplugged acoustic European tour. Soord is also working on various other projects creating 5.1 mixes including the new TesseracT album Polaris and remixing Opeth's album Deliverance.

Bruce Soord will be presented on 180g black vinyl with a 4 page colour booklet.

Description

2015 DEBUT ALBUM FROM THE PINEAPPLE THIEF FRONTMAN, MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST & SONGWRITER EXTRAORDINAIRE.
Founding member & chief songwriter of his prolific band The Pineapple Thief, Bruce Soord's output & profile has grown substantially over the last decade. In addition to his own musical output, his exceptional producing & in demand surround sound mixing has seen him delivering mastering work for acts including TesseracT, Opeth & Jethro Tull.
Having wanted to make a solo album for many years, Soord found himself taking surprising paths to create his debut in 2015; here he explored the softer, dreamier side of his song-writing - more acoustic in nature, whilst retaining depth in its arrangement.
Featuring the singles 'Familiar Patterns' & 'Willow Tree', the self-titled album was recorded during the summer of 2015 at Bruce Soord's UK studio with all tracks written & performed by Soord with Darren Charles (Godsticks) playing additional guitar.
Revisiting his entire life to find inspiration for the songs. A lifetime growing up in a small town, a once thriving sprawl of friends, lovers & music; much of that now decayed - the venues are closed & the old hunting grounds unrecognisable - this record is a celebration of the past as much as it is an epitaph of times past. While the songs describe a sense of the past that has been lost, it is also a celebration of a wonderful & artistically decaying town.
Bruce Soord's The Pineapple Thief return in Feb 2024 with a new studio album 'It Leads To This' & accompanying European tour.

Description
10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF BRUCE SOORD'S EPONYMOUS DEBUT ALBUM - REMASTERED AT HALF SPEED AT ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS & PRESENTED ON PEARL BLUE VINYL.

A decade ago, Bruce Soord--the creative force behind The Pineapple Thief--released his eponymous debut solo album, a deeply personal exploration of memory, place & identity. In contrast to the expansive, cinematic soundscapes of his band, this record revealed a more introspective & organic side to his songwriting. Now, ten years on, it is revisited in a newly remastered edition, mastered at half speed at Abbey Road Studios & presented on pearl blue vinyl.
'He's created something remarkable' - CLASSIC ROCK MAGAZINE
'Soord has genuinely created something truly outstanding' - PROG MAGAZINE
Since its original release in 2015, Soord's career has continued to evolve. As The Pineapple Thief's principal songwriter & producer, he has guided the band through a series of acclaimed albums, including 'Your Wilderness' (2016), 'Dissolution' (2018), 'Versions Of The Truth' (2020) & 2024's chart-topping 'It Leads To This', each refining & expanding the band's distinctive fusion of progressive & alternative rock. Beyond his work with The Pineapple Thief, Soord has established himself as a sought-after producer & mix engineer, lending his expertise to artists such as TesseracT, Opeth & Jethro Tull, while also continuing his solo work with 'All This Will Be Yours' (2019) & 'Luminescence' (2023).
The themes that shaped Bruce Soord remain as resonant as ever. Inspired by the landscapes of his past--a once-thriving small town now faded into stillness--the album contemplates the passage of time with both melancholy & warmth. Tracks such as 'Familiar Patterns' & 'Willow Tree' reflect on these ideas through subtle, intricate arrangements that favour space & texture over density, showcasing Soord's ability to distil complex emotions into understated yet deeply affecting compositions.
This 10th anniversary edition of 'Bruce Soord' is presented on pearl blue vinyl, its sound meticulously refined through half-speed remastering at Abbey Road Studios to achieve remarkable clarity & depth.
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