Sounds True

Overview

Sounds True is a multimedia publishing company specializing in spiritual wisdom, personal transformation, and meditation-related content, including audio recordings, books, music, and online programs.¹² It features works from teachers such as Eckhart Tolle, Pema Chödrön, and Jon Kabat-Zinn, and hosts events like the annual Wake Up Festival in Colorado.¹ The company maintains independence with a library exceeding 3,000 titles and serves a global customer base.²

History

Sounds True was founded in 1985 by Tami Simon in Boulder, Colorado, starting with a tape recorder and small studio.¹² It expanded into a multimedia publisher with over 800 spoken-word audio, music recordings, books, and online programs.¹ In 2010, it entered a licensing partnership with The Relaxation Company to distribute their products.¹

Product Lines

Manufacturing

As a publishing company, Sounds True produces content in-house through recording studios and digital production in Louisville, Colorado.¹² Physical products like CDs and books are likely outsourced to standard printing and manufacturing services, with no specific details on locations.¹

Notable Products

• The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer - Spoken-word audio and book on spiritual awakening.
• Teachings of Pema Chödrön - Audio series on mindfulness and compassion.
• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle - Audio and book adaptation of presence practices.
• Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn - MBSR program audio for stress reduction.
• Krishna Das Chants - Meditative music recordings by devotional artist.

Reputation

Sounds True is regarded by enthusiasts as a key resource for authentic spiritual teachings and high-quality meditation audio from renowned teachers.¹² Professionals in publishing note its longevity and focus on preserving 'living wisdom' across formats.²³ Some older sources vary on employee counts and title libraries, but it maintains a consistent independent mission.²³