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💛 Quick Snaps at the beautiful @ancientwavestudios from 📸 @johnboyermedia

💛 Quick Snaps at the beautiful @ancientwavestudios from 📸 @johnboyermedia

🌊 Summer’s only just begun… and “Mad-Salty Straw Hats” 🌞 are on the horizon… 🚤
Limited preorder available—DM us to reserve yours! 🤙 #madcaprecords #madswag #sunhats #strawhat #lifeguardhats

🌊 Summer’s only just begun… and “Mad-Salty Straw Hats” 🌞 are on the horizon… 🚤
Limited preorder available—DM us to reserve yours! 🤙 #madcaprecords #madswag #sunhats #strawhat #lifeguardhats

Guess what? Dasty Island music is coming your way! 🌴

What a ride it’s been bringing these songs to life…

With producer @kelly_rutledge at the helm, We started by recording Dasty Island live at @ancientwavestudios through the studio’s vintage analog console, then overdubbing with members of the Dasty fam , adding new colors and textures while staying true to the spirit of Koa Young’s beautifully written songs.

We even took the project to @sonymusic in Los Angeles for a @sonyelectronics 360 Immersive Audio mix with @lesismore1 , giving the music an entirely new dimension.

And now, these records are on their way to mastering with @epicentermastering , and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Stay tuned…

YAGAYAY! 🤙

Guess what? Dasty Island music is coming your way! 🌴

What a ride it’s been bringing these songs to life…

With producer @kelly_rutledge at the helm, We started by recording Dasty Island live at @ancientwavestudios through the studio’s vintage analog console, then overdubbing with members of the Dasty fam , adding new colors and textures while staying true to the spirit of Koa Young’s beautifully written songs.

We even took the project to @sonymusic in Los Angeles for a @sonyelectronics 360 Immersive Audio mix with @lesismore1 , giving the music an entirely new dimension.

And now, these records are on their way to mastering with @epicentermastering , and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Stay tuned…

YAGAYAY! 🤙

stay MAD. 🏴‍☠️

stay MAD. 🏴‍☠️

💚@star_six_seven_ = summertime vibes in her limited edition “MAD•cap” 😎 #santacruz #madcap

💚@star_six_seven_ = summertime vibes in her limited edition “MAD•cap” 😎 #santacruz #madcap

🎬 @_av8trix_ matching the “MAD BY DESIGN” shirt with high-tops. ✨Lucky us cuz pretty sure this girl makes everything look cool.

🎬 @_av8trix_ matching the “MAD BY DESIGN” shirt with high-tops. ✨Lucky us cuz pretty sure this girl makes everything look cool.

Madcap Records: Summer 2026 Internship

Work alongside artists, attend recording sessions, help produce events, support marketing campaigns, create content, pitch your own ideas, and learn how a record label operates!

No industry experience required—just passion and drive for music and creative culture!

Details:
* Duration: Now through Summer 2026
* Hours: Part-time and flexible
* Compensation: Work Experience / Unpaid Internship for educational experience and industry exposure + Opportunity for a paid position at MMG after demonstrating a successful 3 month internship. $$
* Location: Remote work and/or at the recording studio in Northern California.
* Note: Please refrain from applying if your primary interest is in securing a record deal or obtaining free studio time.

Musts:
* Experience with social media platforms is essential.
* A strong work ethic and a willingness to learn is required.
* Attention to detail and ambition are a must!
* Professionalism and a commitment to confidentiality are necessary.

Think you'd be a fit?

📩 Send us an email to apply!

Email: kelly@madcapmusicgroup.com
Subject: “Intern Submission - (your first & last name) “
Include: Your age, work history with a reference, avail schedule, and tell us a little about yourself, any experience or passions, and what you are hoping to gain from this position.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you!

Madcap Records: Summer 2026 Internship

Work alongside artists, attend recording sessions, help produce events, support marketing campaigns, create content, pitch your own ideas, and learn how a record label operates!

No industry experience required—just passion and drive for music and creative culture!

Details:
* Duration: Now through Summer 2026
* Hours: Part-time and flexible
* Compensation: Work Experience / Unpaid Internship for educational experience and industry exposure + Opportunity for a paid position at MMG after demonstrating a successful 3 month internship. $$
* Location: Remote work and/or at the recording studio in Northern California.
* Note: Please refrain from applying if your primary interest is in securing a record deal or obtaining free studio time.

Musts:
* Experience with social media platforms is essential.
* A strong work ethic and a willingness to learn is required.
* Attention to detail and ambition are a must!
* Professionalism and a commitment to confidentiality are necessary.

Think you'd be a fit?

📩 Send us an email to apply!

Email: kelly@madcapmusicgroup.com
Subject: “Intern Submission - (your first & last name) “
Include: Your age, work history with a reference, avail schedule, and tell us a little about yourself, any experience or passions, and what you are hoping to gain from this position.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you!

NCSC2026 - Part 2 🖤

The performances. The deliberations.
The conversations in between…

Here are a few more moments from the First Annual Nevada City Song Contest, featuring the artists, tastemaker judges, and community members who helped put original songwriters center stage! ⭐

Stay tuned for an exclusive spotlight on contest winner and newest Madcap Records artist,
Jorell Bahena, @bahenamusic 🏆

📸: @bailey.w.photography

NCSC2026 - Part 2 🖤

The performances. The deliberations.
The conversations in between…

Here are a few more moments from the First Annual Nevada City Song Contest, featuring the artists, tastemaker judges, and community members who helped put original songwriters center stage! ⭐

Stay tuned for an exclusive spotlight on contest winner and newest Madcap Records artist,
Jorell Bahena, @bahenamusic 🏆

📸: @bailey.w.photography

The Madcap family. 💙🛹

A few years ago, Madcap was just a solo dream.

An ambitious vision for what Northern California's music scene could become if artists had real support, real opportunities, and a team willing to believe something bigger was possible.

The people in this photo are the reason that dream is becoming a reality. They showed up, believed in the MAD vision before any proof and helped to build something incredible from nothing.

Every milestone we've reached has been because of the hearts, talent, passion, and dedication of this incredible group of creatives. Especially The First annual Nevada City Song Contest we hosted at The Miners Foundry!

I couldn't be more grateful—or more excited for what's ahead.
We're just getting started and the future is becoming than we could have even imaged. 🚀

📸: @bailey.w.photography (welcome to the fam!)
#MadcapRecords #Madcap #NorthernCaliforniaMusic #NevadaCity

The Madcap family. 💙🛹

A few years ago, Madcap was just a solo dream.

An ambitious vision for what Northern California's music scene could become if artists had real support, real opportunities, and a team willing to believe something bigger was possible.

The people in this photo are the reason that dream is becoming a reality. They showed up, believed in the MAD vision before any proof and helped to build something incredible from nothing.

Every milestone we've reached has been because of the hearts, talent, passion, and dedication of this incredible group of creatives. Especially The First annual Nevada City Song Contest we hosted at The Miners Foundry!

I couldn't be more grateful—or more excited for what's ahead.
We're just getting started and the future is becoming than we could have even imaged. 🚀

📸: @bailey.w.photography (welcome to the fam!)
#MadcapRecords #Madcap #NorthernCaliforniaMusic #NevadaCity

💛 Singer-Songwriter and 2026 Nevada City Song Contest Finalist @beeeigen rocking the “MAD BY DESIGN” summer “T” 🤙🏼

💛 Singer-Songwriter and 2026 Nevada City Song Contest Finalist @beeeigen rocking the “MAD BY DESIGN” summer “T” 🤙🏼

Uh oh Madcaps @ayeee_lexx found a one of a kind test print. 🤫

Uh oh Madcaps @ayeee_lexx found a one of a kind test print. 🤫

🖤 Madcap’s hip-hop lyricist @knowsoulvisions in full swag. Stay tuned for his new music coming out later this year!

🖤 Madcap’s hip-hop lyricist @knowsoulvisions in full swag. Stay tuned for his new music coming out later this year!

NCSC2026 — Part 1 ❤️💙💛

A huge thank you to everyone who came out last night to support the First Annual Nevada City Song Contest!

Every finalist who took the stage delivered incredible original music, and I definitely do not envy our judging panel. The level of songwriting talent in our community was truly inspiring. @beeeigen @nichols_n_change @laughingladylove @amandadaviner

A huge congratulations to our winner, @jorellbahena! We are thrilled to welcome you to Madcap Records and can’t wait to get you into the studio to record that beautiful song.

Special thanks to:

🎙️ @kvmr_radio and @kvmrx for lending us an amazing panel of judges: @dj_geordie, @gregcipes, and April Miranda.

🎶 Our own Madcap artists @dastyisland for kicking off the evening in style, and @natevallejo for serving as MC (I think he may have enjoyed that role a little too much).

🏛️ @minersfoundry for your incredible hospitality and for supporting this event every step of the way. @_av8trix_

🧢 @queenprintsclothing for producing our beautiful merch (and for putting up with Kelly’s wild skateboard request).

❤️ And most importantly, thank you to the entire Madcap team. Your hard work, dedication, and belief in this vision made this event possible. @shareef21m @ayeee_lexx @knowsoulvisions @mjlefou

Stay tuned for more photos, videos, and highlights from the event. For now, the Madcap crew is taking a well-earned day to recharge.

We love you, Nevada City.

NCSC2026 — Part 1 ❤️💙💛

A huge thank you to everyone who came out last night to support the First Annual Nevada City Song Contest!

Every finalist who took the stage delivered incredible original music, and I definitely do not envy our judging panel. The level of songwriting talent in our community was truly inspiring. @beeeigen @nichols_n_change @laughingladylove @amandadaviner

A huge congratulations to our winner, @jorellbahena! We are thrilled to welcome you to Madcap Records and can’t wait to get you into the studio to record that beautiful song.

Special thanks to:

🎙️ @kvmr_radio and @kvmrx for lending us an amazing panel of judges: @dj_geordie, @gregcipes, and April Miranda.

🎶 Our own Madcap artists @dastyisland for kicking off the evening in style, and @natevallejo for serving as MC (I think he may have enjoyed that role a little too much).

🏛️ @minersfoundry for your incredible hospitality and for supporting this event every step of the way. @_av8trix_

🧢 @queenprintsclothing for producing our beautiful merch (and for putting up with Kelly’s wild skateboard request).

❤️ And most importantly, thank you to the entire Madcap team. Your hard work, dedication, and belief in this vision made this event possible. @shareef21m @ayeee_lexx @knowsoulvisions @mjlefou

Stay tuned for more photos, videos, and highlights from the event. For now, the Madcap crew is taking a well-earned day to recharge.

We love you, Nevada City.

Meet Kellie Taylor aka ELLELLE ❤
Sultry vocals, hypnotic beats, conscious lyricism, and cosmic chillhop collide in a genre-bending performance that’s both soulful and transcendent. Honest, heart-melting, and multidimensional — ELLELLE is an experience you feel long after the music ends.
Catch her live tomorrow at The Nevada City Song Contest Final Showcase
📍 Miners Foundry

Meet Kellie Taylor aka ELLELLE ❤
Sultry vocals, hypnotic beats, conscious lyricism, and cosmic chillhop collide in a genre-bending performance that’s both soulful and transcendent. Honest, heart-melting, and multidimensional — ELLELLE is an experience you feel long after the music ends.
Catch her live tomorrow at The Nevada City Song Contest Final Showcase
📍 Miners Foundry

Hella soft summer tanks are in. Madcap A&R @ayeee_lexx is stoked 🖤

Hella soft summer tanks are in. Madcap A&R @ayeee_lexx is stoked 🖤

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