North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is proud to announce that alumnus Will Plyler ’21 has released his latest album, “Wild and Free,” on November 7 through NCWU’s own 301 North Records label.
“Wild and Free” marks Plyler’s third album produced in partnership with 301 North Records, continuing his growth and impact as a contemporary Christian artist. A graduate of NCWU’s B.A. in Music Production program, Plyler attributes much of his creative development to the hands-on training and mentorship he received at Wesleyan.
Plyler currently serves as the Worship and Music Director at Church at Sandhurst in Florence, South Carolina, where he lives with his wife, Kaitlyn, also an NCWU alumna, and their son, Toby.
Listeners can enjoy “Wild and Free” on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music, and iTunes.
NCWU congratulates Will on this exciting new release and celebrates the continued achievements of its alumni in the music and production industries.
301 North Studio Showcases Current Student’s Single
North Carolina Wesleyan University’s (NCWU) 301 North Studio continues to shine as a hub of creative excellence and real-world learning, offering students a rare opportunity to work directly in a professional recording environment. Under the guidance of studio director Tony Sawyer, the studio is producing a wide range of professional music projects that highlight its unique character and uncommon productivity.
Most recently, Music Production major Lamont Taylor Jr. released his first single, “The Wonder of You,” on October 24 under his artist name, T. H. Griffin. The single, recorded and produced at 301 North Studio, was a collaborative effort among NCWU music production students, who contributed performances and assisted with engineering and mixing. The track was released under 301 North Records, the University’s official label, and is now available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, and YouTube Music.
Dr. Joe Lane, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, shares “We are always excited that our students, faculty, and staff are able to work together to make innovative recordings at our unique 301 North Studio. We look forward to sharing their work with the community.”
Whether it’s performing, producing, or mixing, 301 North Studio offers NCWU students hands-on experience in a professional setting—one where creativity, collaboration, and career preparation come together in perfect harmony. 301 North Records and Studio are integral parts of the NCWU B.A. in Music Production degree program. To learn more about this exciting degree program please visit the NCWU website or contact Assistant Professor of Music Production Tony Sawyer at tsawyer@ncwu.edu.
