Known Records — Make Classics

Independent sound · Built from the ground up

Other Labels
Make Hits,
We Make Classics.

Music, conversations and creative space under one roof. Known Records brings the record label, The Squareless Circle Podcast and Known Studios together.

Our foundation.

Our Mission

Known Records is a Philadelphia-rooted creative company built on authentic storytelling, hip-hop culture, and the belief that independent voices deserve to be heard. Through music, Known Studios, Known Platform, podcasts, and community work, we help artists and creatives develop their craft, share their stories, and connect with new audiences. Our mission is to create real opportunities, preserve the culture, mentor the next generation, and turn creativity into something that lasts.

One independent house.

Built to move independent culture forward.

Known is more than a label. It is a connected home for original music, unfiltered conversation, independent shows and studio creation.

Illustrated microphone, vinyl and production gear Known Records — Make Classics

01 / Known Records

The music

Independent hip-hop with its own voice. Hear KnownHp and follow the sound as the catalog grows.

  • Original releases
  • Independent
  • KnownHp

02 / The artist

Known

Known is a Philadelphia born artist, entrepreneur, and creative force building at the intersection of hip hop, recording, and digital media. Raised in Hunting Park, he turned an early passion for writing and music into a career spanning performance, songwriting, production, and audio engineering.

He is the founder of Known Records and Known Studios, independent platforms built to create opportunities for artists and support the next generation of talent. Through his work as an artist and engineer, Known has collaborated with respected names including Raekwon, Nature of The Firm, Freeway, Peedi Crakk, Papoose, and Tragedy Khadafi. He has also performed during NBA All-Star Weekend in Las Vegas and appeared on Fox News as a high school student representing his school.

Today, Known is expanding his reach through The Platform, a media brand focused on artists, conversations, and hip hop culture. His work brings together music, storytelling, community, and entrepreneurship—giving brands and partners an authentic way to connect with independent artists and audiences.

Known is building a lasting creative platform rooted in Philadelphia, driven by independence, and open to meaningful partnerships.

Illustrated broadcast microphones around a circular table The SquareLess Circle Podcast

03 / The SquareLess Circle

Real talk lives here

Life, relationships, friendship, money and the music business—honest conversations without the polished edges.

  • Culture
  • Relationships
  • Music business
Watch the podcast on YouTube ↗
Illustrated microphones, records and production tools Known Platform

04 / Known Platform

The shows

A stage for independent voices and original show formats. Watch The Platform Show and discover the artists, conversations and culture shaping the independent scene.

  • Independent artists
  • Original shows
  • Culture
Watch The Platform Show on YouTube ↗

05 / Work With Known

Get on the show.

Step into the conversation, put your story in front of a wider audience, or build a custom visual for your next release.

SquareLess Circle Podcast

Guest spot

$200

Join the circle for a full guest appearance and conversation.

Book / Inquire ↓

The Platform Show

Artist feature

$600

Bring your music, story and brand to The Platform Show.

Book / Inquire ↓

Music videos

Shoot packages

From $300

Three production options, filmed with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and delivered in 4K.

View video packages ↓

Included: Guest appearances are promoted for the whole month.

Music video packages

Your record.
Your visual.

Every plan includes one music video, filmed with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and delivered in 4K.

Plan 1

Performance

$300

  • Up to 3 hours of filming
  • Up to 2 locations
  • Basic lighting setup
  • Performance-focused video
  • 1 edited 4K music video
  • 1 revision
  • Delivery in 7–10 business days
Choose Performance ↓

Plan 2

Cinematic

$500

  • Up to 5 hours of filming
  • Up to 3 locations
  • Professional lighting setup
  • Basic shot planning for your concept
  • Color-corrected 4K music video
  • 1 vertical social media clip
  • 1 revision
  • Delivery in 10–14 business days
Choose Cinematic ↓

Plan 3

Premium

$1,000

  • Up to 8 hours of filming
  • Up to 5 locations
  • Enhanced lighting and detailed shot planning
  • More scene variety and creative camera work
  • Polished 4K music video with color grading
  • 3 vertical social media clips
  • Up to 2 revisions
  • Delivery in 14–21 business days
Choose Premium ↓

Booking details

A deposit is required to reserve your shoot date. Travel outside the local area, extra filming time, permits, actors, and special production requests may cost extra. Please provide the final song file before filming.

Message about your video ↓

Start the conversation.

Fill in the details and send your inquiry directly to Known Management. Details and scheduling are confirmed before booking.

06 / Known Studios

Create where it counts

A focused space for artists and creators to build the next record, performance or idea. Session details and the full service list are on the way.

  • Artist focused
  • Creative space
  • By appointment
Choose a studio time block
Book 2 hours — $120 ↗

Selected: 2 hours — $120. Choose an available start time on Calendly; the session block is confirmed directly.

Known Records — Make Classics Wear the
classics.
Official merch · First drop coming soon

07 / Official merch

Known on everything

Official shirts and apparel featuring the Known Records family of logos. The store will connect here once the right print-on-demand and fulfillment partner is selected—so orders can be made, shipped and managed without hand-making every piece.

  • Official logos
  • Print on demand
  • Direct fulfillment
Merch store coming soon

Shopify or a merchandise partner storefront can be linked here when it is ready.

Stay close to what’s next.

New releases, new conversations and new sessions—all from Known.

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