"The Chase"

Similar to a long distance race or marathon, you're bound to encounter altering terrain, and people from all walks of life setting out with their own pesonal goals and finsih lines the further you travel down your own destined path.

  • Flower in Bloom

    Multi-talented singer/songwriter born in Clinton, NC and blossomed creatively in Winston-Salem, NC. Known for soothing vocals, uplifting spirit, and sense of humor. She presents a level of vulnerability in her music and content that is rare in today's art.

  • Kum3ra

    Multimedia artist specializing in music, painting, design and photography while being a full-time student. Born in Ethiopia and raised in Raleigh; Kum3ra's pen as songwriter and visual artist are equally as amazing.

  • Michael White

    Artist, producer and equally as devoted father born and raised in Raleigh, NC. Known as a prominent community builder in the city and pioneers in pushing the sound forward. Mike has the unique ability to show up in whatever capacity is needed for the art as a versatile creative.

  • Niko

    An artist, audio engineer, and all-around creative responsible for some of the biggest underground concerts in Raleigh, NC in his backyard to having hands in all aspects of the creative life of a musician. Whether he's setting up stages or gracing them himself, Niko is always committed to making sure he delivers and that everyone is safe and has a good time.

  • Grace

    Music curator and podcast host actively documenting important memories and events in the North Carolina music scene including independent artists abroad that do not traditionally get massive press coverage but make phenomenal art. Grace grew up in Florida and recently found herself in Raleigh the past few years getting ingrained to the scene.

  • Caro

    A designer, wood worker, painter, sculptor, and tattoo artist that manages to create the unthinkable with the tools at her disposal. Caro was born in Winston-Salem, NC and came to Raleigh for college. During her time in the city, her art has become a vibrant medium in bringing together community and as a form of self-expression.

  • Suh Hee

    Scientist with her Ph.D., Hip-Hop Emcee, martial artist and poet born in Korea and raised in NC. She uses her platform to advocate for the importance of education and to speak on social injustice globally through her art and voice like a true artist. Suh has also spent years contributing to her local Hip-Hop community as frequent member of multiple cypher organizations as music is not only a form of expression but an outlet for peace.

  • Gic0e

    Singer/songwriter, professional dancer who worked with NBA's CLT Hornets and national competitions while maintaining the status of a full-time college student. He also manages to use his social media presence to educate, uplift, and applaud his community through social discourse and sharing of resources. Amazing business mind and sense of self.

  • Darius Lockhart

    Professional wrestler, event curator, writer and active member born and raised in the Charlotte community bringing entertainment to audiences of all ages around North Carolina and across the globe. Through his prominent black owned pro wrestling company, Darius has been able to platform & employ many talented athletes and honor legends in the craft while advancing it's history in south forward.

Age 11

When I First...

began this race, I was just an 11 year old kid stealing my Dads burnt CDs to record and share my albums with friends.

Age 16

Later this same kid..

turns 16 and became one of the youngest artists in rotation at his local radio station.

Early Teens

From opening at small events...

and homecoming in high school to performing at bars and local clubs to anyone that would listen before I could even legally drink.

Age 18

As he graduates at 18...

he leaves the public school system in the top 10 percent of his class, two mixtapes, and a clothing brand created to highlight his city.

College

As he goes off to seek his degree..

in engineering at state, he ends up exploring the world with his friends. A moniker for his hometown slowly grew into a city anthem and morphed overtime into a full digital media/event production outlet and annually reoccurring festival by the time he received his degree at 23.

Current

From visuals and concepts...

that floated in my head as a child to them finally becoming tangible in front of me... all stemming from deciding to follow my heart and let my passions fuel the direction of my journey.

Overtime

Overtime, you'll find your pace...

You'll know when you need a break to refuel and hydrate. Sometimes there will be a crowd at checkpoints there to cheer you on; other times on rougher roads you'll have to be your sole source of encouragement.

In The End

Some days we walk...

some days we run..but the chase always continues. Truly excited to see what comes next and thank you for tagging along on the journey

- Leslie Robbin-Coker