Music Production
Professional production and recording services to bring your vision to life.
About The Label · Est. 2022
A label built to develop artists
1331 Recordz is an independent record label dedicated to discovering and nurturing exceptional talent in the music industry. Founded with a passion for authentic sound and artistic expression, we believe in creating spaces where artists can flourish and reach their audience.
Our mission is to connect visionary artists with listeners who appreciate innovation and quality. We're committed to breaking barriers and fostering a diverse community of musicians who push creative boundaries.
2022
Founded · Miami FL
50M+
Streams Worldwide
35+
Artists Worked With
What We Offer
Every stage of the journey
From production to distribution, we provide comprehensive support for artists at every stage of their journey.
Distribution
Get your music on all major streaming platforms worldwide.
Marketing
Strategic campaigns to amplify your reach and grow your audience.
Artist Management
Comprehensive guidance through every stage of your music career.
The Process
How it works
Our process is simple, transparent, and artist-focused.
Discover
We find artists whose sound, story, and work ethic align with 1331.
Review
Our A&R team evaluates your work for quality, originality, and market fit.
Partner
Discuss terms and create a tailored partnership agreement with our team.
Launch
We distribute your music and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy.
The People
Meet our team
Dardan Bela
Dardan Bela is a serial entrepreneur and music executive redefining what a modern record label looks like. As the founder of 1331 Recordz, he has worked alongside artists and producers including French Montana, UnoTheActivist, XanMan, and London On Da Track. Known for innovation, Dardan led the launch of the first NFT collection by a record label designed to provide real-world value—studio discounts, services, and exclusive access to events. He frequently speaks at colleges and industry platforms on blockchain, AI, and the evolution of the music business.
Dr. Simon Howard, Ph.D.
Dr. Simon Howard, Chief Operations Officer at 1331 Recordz, blends his background in social psychology with a passion for music to drive strategy, elevate artists’ voices, and shape the label’s inclusive vision. His leadership fosters collaboration, diversity, and cultural impact within the music industry.
Osaze Moore
Osaze Moore is an experienced IT professional, technologist, and entrepreneur with a strong background in cybersecurity, blockchain engineering, and data-driven systems architecture. At 1331 Recordz, Osaze applies his technical skill set to the creative industry, developing innovative music-technology solutions that enhance production workflows, digital distribution, booking systems, and artist experiences. By merging technology with creativity, he brings a unique, future-focused perspective to the music space—leveraging secure systems, automation, and modern web platforms to help artists and businesses operate more efficiently and competitively.
Andre De Castro
Mr. De Castro is a pioneering software technologist, blockchain executive, investors, and cryptocurrency specialist with over two decades of leadership in digital finance and enterprise software technology. He is the Founder and former CEO of Blockchain of Things, Inc., where he led the development of the Catenis Enterprise™ platform, a groundbreaking Bitcoin Blockchain SaaS solution for secure global peer-to-peer messaging, digital asset control, and immutable data recording on the blockchain. Today is he the founder and CEO of Veritwin, Inc. a Stablecoin bridging technology to unify diverse blockchain systems in addition to being one of the founding partners of 1331 Recordz.
Shontele Layne
Shontele, known for hits “Impossible” and “T-Shirt,” is a Grammy-nominated songwriter who co-wrote Rihanna’s “Man Down” and Alison Hinds’ global hit “Roll It Gal.” She is one of the first Black female pop artists in Belize, and now serves as CMO and community leader at 1331 Recordz.
1331 Label · MiamiMeet the artists
Meet the artists
we've signed.
Miami Hip-Hop / R&B talent, developed the 1331 way.