About us
Preserve the tradition, yet stimulate the progress.
Established in 2004, Tres Records has earned a respected place within the Los Angeles independent Hip Hop community through projects that have resonated far beyond their original release. From Giant Panda's Fly School Reunion and Thes One's Lifestyle Marketing to Johnson&Jonson (Blu & Mainframe) and House Shoes, TRES has always been driven by a passion for meaningful, independent creative work.
For TRES, tradition is not about preserving a specific sound or era. It is about carrying forward the independent spirit that built the culture—authenticity, creativity, community, and the courage to do things differently.
Progress comes from creating new connections. Between artists and audiences. Between Japan and the world. Between established voices and emerging perspectives. Through records, events, collaborations, and cultural projects, TRES seeks to create opportunities for ideas and people to come together in unexpected ways.
Today, TRES continues to evolve through the vision of its founding members, Chikara and Sausen. While remaining rooted in the values that shaped the label, they are increasingly focused on building projects that connect people, cultures, and creative communities.
The tools may change. The formats may change. But the spirit remains the same.
Preserve the tradition. Stimulate the progress.
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