If you don't know us already we’re RUFF TRADE, a Manchester reggae band rooted in passion, community, and authentic storytelling through music. Our latest project, Travelling, is a deeply personal album that captures our experiences, dreams, and the road we’ve taken to bring reggae vibes to life.

We’ve poured our hearts into this album, and we’re excited to share it with you in August 2025! But as an independent band, creating, producing, and releasing music comes with significant costs. From studio time, mixing, mastering to pressing physical copies and promoting the album, every step requires resources.

We need YOU, the fans of RUFF TRADE, to help us keep the music flowing! As an independent band, your support means everything. Donations help us cover the costs of producing new music, upgrading equipment, and bringing our live shows to venues near you. With your help, we can continue spreading the good vibes, one track at a time!

Every contribution, big or small, makes a huge difference. Let’s keep the roots alive and the reggae rolling!

Donate today and be a part of the RUFF TRADE journey!

Here’s what your support will help us achieve:

Finalise Production: Cover the costs of studio time, mixing, and mastering.

CD Production

Promotion & Tour: Help us share Travelling with the world through performances, festivals, and online platforms.

Music Videos: Bring our stories to life with visual artistry that resonates with our message.

Merchandise Creation: Fund album merch, including CDs, and posters

Your contribution—no matter the size—makes a huge difference and allows us to focus on doing what we love: creating music that speaks to the soul. We’ve always believed that music connects people, and with your help, we can spread positivity, raise awareness of important issues, and inspire change through reggae.

We’re not just asking for support—we’re inviting you to be part of our journey. As a token of our gratitude, all contributors will receive exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and sneak peeks of the album.

Thank you for believing in RUFF TRADE and the power of music. Together, we can make Travelling a reality and continue to share the RUFF TRADE vibes with the world!

Much love and respect,

RUFF TRADE

www.rufftrade.co.uk