Our Principles
Talheim Records stands for long-term collaboration, clear communication and releases that remain true to the identity of each project.
These principles guide how we work with artists, make decisions and develop the catalogue.
Collaboration, not a service
Artists are partners, not entries in a catalogue. Releases grow through dialogue, mutual trust and a shared understanding of the intended result.
Work transparently
Communication, responsibilities and accounting should remain clear. Artists must be able to understand how their release is created and how it develops.
Think long-term
We support projects beyond individual campaigns. A catalogue gains meaning when artistic development remains visible and relationships endure.
Release deliberately
Quality comes before quantity. Releases do not need to look alike, but each one should be handled with musical, visual and editorial care.
Preserve physical editions
Music should not exist only as a file. Carefully produced CDs, vinyl and special editions give a release a lasting physical form.
Produce responsibly
For merchandise, we value quality and traceable manufacturing. Some of our textiles are made by Neutral®, whose products include certifications such as GOTS, Fairtrade, SA8000, EU Ecolabel and OEKO-TEX.
Respect artistic integrity
The identity of each project comes first. Our role is to help artists present their music credibly and in a form that suits their work.
Remain independent
We do not follow short-term trends. The catalogue grows deliberately, at its own pace and with a clear sense of purpose.