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Independent Label - Est. 2019

SquadUp Records

Built from vision. Driven by culture. Powered by authenticity.

An independent hip-hop, soul, and culture-driven label ecosystem focused on artist development, production, songwriting, content, distribution, and sync-ready music.

Artist Development Production & Songwriting Sync-Ready Music Creative Services
Meloetry- Majestic Da God / MDG- GODMC- VERSE- Filthy M & The Rebel- Ether- E. Keenan- Frado180- Chef Ellz- Major- I.P the Producer- SquadUp Records- Meloetry- Majestic Da God / MDG- GODMC- VERSE- Filthy M & The Rebel- Ether- E. Keenan- Frado180- Chef Ellz- Major- I.P the Producer- SquadUp Records-
7+
Roster Members
Artists & Producers
2019
Established
Label Movement
40+
Platforms
Digital Distribution
100%
Independent
Production & Development
Artist Lanes

Clear lanes. One ecosystem.

01

Meloetry

Introspective storyteller with real-life perspective, purpose-driven writing, and grounded hip-hop delivery.

02

MDG

Creator, leader, producer-artist, and label architect shaping the SquadUp movement from vision to execution.

03

GODMC

Gritty bars, street rap instincts, duo chemistry, and cinematic records built around elite lyricism.

04

Filthy M & The Rebel

Brooklyn hip-hop energy with rebellious rawness, soulful boom bap, and unfiltered expression.

05

Ether

Healing, spiritual, and wellness crossover music rooted in sound, frequency, and intention.

06

E. Keenan

Soulful, versatile storytelling with melodic range, vocal performance, and real-life perspective.

07

VERSE

Lyricist, performer, and songwriter bringing purpose, presence, and sharp penmanship to every record.

08

Producers

Cinematic, soulful, groove-driven, sync-ready production built for artists, catalogs, and visual media.

Sync & Licensing

Music built for story, culture, and placement.

SquadUp music can fit urban dramas, coming-of-age stories, redemption arcs, sports documentaries, gaming, wellness apps, meditation platforms, streetwear campaigns, skate/BMX culture, independent films, streaming series, and cinematic trailers.

Film & Streaming

Urban dramas, independent films, streaming series, redemption arcs, and emotional storytelling moments.

Sports & Gaming

Hype reels, sports documentaries, competitive scenes, gaming placements, and culture-driven campaigns.

Wellness & Lifestyle

Wellness apps, meditation platforms, yoga spaces, luxury self-care, streetwear, skate, and BMX culture.

Contact for Sync, Licensing & Placement
Label Strategy

The SquadUp Label Engine

Every artist moves through a repeatable system designed to build catalog, grow discovery, create content, pursue sync opportunities, and keep momentum consistent.

01

Release

Build the foundation with cover art, branding, snippets, release-day CTAs, and direct outreach to DJs, blogs, A&Rs, and the label network.

02

Playlist

Prepare for discovery through platform readiness, curator relationships, early saves, shares, repeat listens, and consistent audience signals.

03

Content

Turn records into performance clips, personality clips, story breakdowns, studio moments, visuals, and weekly visibility.

04

Sync

Shape catalog and pitch prep for film, TV, gaming, brands, wellness, sports, streetwear, skate culture, and lifestyle placements.

05

Repeat

Keep the cycle moving every 6-8 weeks where possible so catalog, discovery, and creative momentum compound over time.

Weekly Content System

Each rollout can be supported by performance clips, personality clips, storytelling clips, studio footage, healing sessions, bars-in-studio moments, and visual breakdowns shaped around each artist lane.

Playlist Strategy

Targets are mapped by artist: lyrical rap, conscious hip-hop, street rap, alternative hip-hop, R&B crossover, wellness, yoga, instrumental hip-hop, and producer discovery lanes.

Strategic Advantage

The ecosystem is built around clear artist lanes, defined audiences, playlist strategy, monetization paths, collaboration, and a repeatable system for sustainable catalog growth.

About The Label

SQUADUP Records
Professional Bio

SQUADUP Records is an independent hip-hop, soul, and culture-driven label founded in 2019, built on authenticity, lyricism, storytelling, artist development, production, and collaboration. More than a traditional record label, SQUADUP operates as a creative ecosystem for artists, producers, songwriters, vocalists, engineers, and cultural creators working to build meaningful catalog, sharpen identity, and create long-term opportunities.

Led by founder, co-owner, artist, producer, A&R, and creative architect Majestic Da God / MDG, alongside Meloetry, co-owner and Vice President, SQUADUP Records brings together a diverse roster with distinct artistic lanes. Its sound spans introspective hip-hop, soulful storytelling, gritty lyricism, boom bap, R&B crossover, cinematic production, wellness-centered music, and sync-ready compositions.

The SQUADUP Records roster and creative network includes Meloetry, MDG, GODMC, VERSE, Filthy M & The Rebel, Ether, E. Keenan, Frado180, Chef Ellz, Major, and I.P the Producer. Through production, songwriting, vocal arrangement, branding, release planning, content strategy, distribution, and sync/licensing preparation, the label supports artists with both creative direction and business-minded infrastructure.

Positioned for streaming platforms, live performance, visual media, sports campaigns, gaming, wellness spaces, independent film, and urban storytelling across film and television, SQUADUP Records continues to build a movement rooted in purpose, culture, and execution.

Built from vision. Driven by culture. Powered by authenticity.

Our Services -
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SQUADUP Records

-- Recording

Professional studio sessions with in-house engineers and producers ready to bring your vision to life.

-- Distribution

Get on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and 40+ global platforms. We handle the logistics end-to-end.

-- Development

Structured programs to develop your sound, brand, and career strategy from the ground up.

-- Content

Music videos, visual content, press photos, and social campaigns to amplify your presence.