It has to be sexy, otherwise I don't eat.
“Hips and Nips” rides a punchy hip hop beat that instantly grabs your ear, laced with sharp, clever samples from It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia—especially the unforgettable Rickety Cricket. The humor cuts through the rhythm, making the track as entertaining as it is head-nodding. It’s one of those rare beats that doesn’t take itself too seriously, yet still hits with undeniable groove and style. The combination of comedy and craftsmanship makes it a standout, landing firmly in Tape Lab’s sweet spot of playful creativity. No wonder it’s one of the crew’s all-time favorites.

Hips & Nips

Like a mixture of Tokyo and Kyoto, I guess. I've never been. Made these beats on an Amtrak using Ableton

Tokyoto

BAT-A-RANG-ER

Heist T [RELUX REWIND]
Original Release: April 2, 2019

Tracklist:
1. Robody Knows
2. Heist T
3. Frailure
4. Paper Inside the Plane

Heist T

Secrete Flatness Series [RELUX REWIND]
Original Release: Circa 2019-2021

SFS 4.2

Not Right Now

Clippy

SHTDWN

Cornspicuous

Tasty Wheat (REDUX)

Baby I know that it’s been a while
But we don’t have to delete that file

Cringe Coded

Don’t Delete (That File)

Welcome to #TapeLab—stay a while and listen. Founded in 2017 by lifelong friends, Tape Lab is a collective of artists and a hub for innovation, always open to collaboration. With the zeal of a self-published memoir, our sound is our own, but you can be the decider. We make music and art that sounds like it was fun to make and stands out in a sea of bland beats. 

As independent artists, we are always exploring new ways to expand our audience and find new creative outlets—especially with other undiscovered artists!

#TapeLab is currently based out of two headquarters in Durham, NC, and The Hamptons, NY.