“Tre. Charles creates a sublime style of sound that feels experimental and future-forward, but also emotive and relatable.”
– Alfitude

soul, indie, alternative

“A lot of artists working to merge dance music’s propulsive complications with straightforward songwriting structures aim for something as simply excellent as this, and they often fail; however, Carroll hits a direct bullseye with “The Hunter.””
— Pitchfork

electronic, dance, and house

MoonHSE is the duo of Winston-Salem’s own Volz & Cozyfue—artists, producers, and engineers blending hip-hop, house, r&b, jazz and more into a sound that’s all our own.

hip-hop, R&B, and experimental pop

“More prosaically, 'Wish Vehicles' offers exquisitely well produced, ethereal dream pop music reminiscent of Hex and Curious (Yellow)...”
– Rate Your Music

psychedelic pop, baroque rock, and experimental pop

"Seth Sullivan is ‘a sober dad who owns a cheeseburger restaurant,’ and he’s also the lead singer and songwriter of Boone, North Carolina group Real Companion. Along with the other member of Real Companion, multi-instrumentalist / producer Derek Wycoff, the duo create a rich record of alt-country and folk-tinged rock music that’s an inspired choice to dress up Sullivan’s writing.”

— Rosy Overdrive

indie rock, americana, indie pop and alt-country

“Kirby's own music often sounds like it could be some dusty private press situation: vintage drum machines, analog synths, homespun vibes… Safe To Disconnect is an extremely sweet collection of instrumentals, dreamlike zones to soundtrack your days and nights.”
– Aquarium Drunkard

electronic, lo-fi, new age, and soul

“While each track follows a static musical palette of punchy bass, snappy percussion, and atmospheric flourishes, the way these four tracks ebb and flow together makes for a fascinating listen.”
– INDY Week

electronic, dance, and house

"Marteka Fair is one of North America’s leading techno producers. Her productions carry weight without pretense.”

— Shotgun Live

house, electronic, dance, and techno

“With layers of psychedelic instrumentation, 'La Oprika' is an ecstatic introductory album for avant-garde Raleigh-based duo Faun Tempol.”
– INDY Week

psychedelic rock, indie rock, and alternative

“Saul Goode surges into a powerful new chapter with the release of Like Like, a lively, addictive single that officially sets the tone for his forthcoming album... the track introduces the next stage of Saul Goode’s evolution, merging his sharpened lyrical insight with the charismatic presence of The Musalini...”
– Rolling Hype

hip-hop, rap, and alternative pop

“A dream-like exercise in mood and melody, a droopy-eyed blur of percussive loops, delicate vocals, and light tape hiss.”
– The Fader

dream pop, bedroom pop, and lo-fi pop

“Several songs have wormed their way into my ears, demanding me to return for another listen. Their brand of synthy emo scratches an itch for me.”
– Blank Tapes

alternative rock, indie rock, and alt-pop

Kill the Buddha is an indie rock group led by vocalist / songwriter / guitarist Lenwood Edwards Jr. The sound is progressive, polyrhythmic, and often unpredictable.

indie rock, alternative, and prog rock

“Paradise Motel Lounge are Raleigh’s honky tonk heroes. Comprised of scene veterans, they play classic influenced and destined-to-be-classic out- and in-law country. In the grand tradition of the Flying Burrito Brothers, Jerry Jeff Walker, and Warren Zevon, these are clever and catchy songs performed with abandon.”
– State of Sound Sessions

country, alt-country, and cow jazz

“Multi instrumentalist, composer, and producer Kevin Beck often appears across the North Carolina scene as a sideman, however, the Winston-Salem born artist has been steadily building and refining a body of work that spans genres and idioms.”

indie rock, ambient, and indie pop

“It’s a spirited and engaging mix of folk songs that are sometimes experimental in nature, and always super catchy.”
– WUNC

indie folk, alternative, and indie rock

Housewife is a femme-fronted alternative/alt-R&B band from Greensboro and Winston-Salem. Fronted by Sewrayy with Lazuli on bass and vocals, the band thrives on shared vocal chemistry, layered harmonies, and intentional groove!Alongside Ryan on guitar and Joseph on drums, Housewife blends raw alt energy with soulful experimentation!

indie pop, neo soul, and dream pop

“DÖLTZ is a ferocious punk band from NC, known for their explosive live shows and no-frills intensity, they channel classic hardcore spirit with a fresh, unfiltered attitude.”
– Metro Baltimore

punk, hardcore punk, and metal

steady:hyperactive is a multimedia collective formed in Winston-Salem in 2015, with creatives from multiple disciplines, ranging from musicians, photographers, producers, & visual artists. Led by Hollow Creeper, s:h formed through a necessity for an artist owned platform with members who go against the grain. Steady defines themselves as more than just a label, but as a lifestyle.

hip hop, alternative R&B, and rap

“An artist to watch”
– Rolling Stone

americana, indie pop, and indie folk