North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is proud to announce the release of the first-ever music Extended Play (EP) produced through its Music Production degree program. The four-song cover EP, titled “Indie Rock,” is now available on Spotify, YouTube, iTunes, Apple Music, and other major streaming platforms.
Released on April 10, 2026, the Extended Play represents a major milestone for the growing Music Production program and showcases the hands-on learning experiences offered to students at NCWU. The project was a collaborative effort between two music production courses during the Fall 2025 semester, providing students with real-world experience in multiple stages of professional music creation.
Throughout the project, students applied key skills developed through the program, including music analysis, live performance preparation, studio recording techniques, mixing, and mastering, culminating in a polished final production distributed through the University’s official record label, 301 North Records.
Students involved in the project include:
- Noah Jacques – production
- Elly Luna – production, vocals
- Dakota Lynch – production, vocals, guitars
- Edgar Ortiz-Morales – production, bass
- Adrian Parson – production
- Lamont Taylor Jr. – production, vocals, keyboards
Also contributing to the project was Elic Gurganus, Technical Director of the Dunn Center at NCWU, who served as a guest vocalist on the EP. The project’s Executive Producer was Tony Sawyer, Assistant Professor of Music Production, who also performed all drums and percussion for the recordings.
The “Indie Rock” EP features covers of four well-known songs from prominent indie artists: Hozier (“Too Sweet”), Djo (“End of Beginning”), Tame Impala (“Elephant”), and Peter Bjorn and John (“Young Folks”).
With this release, NCWU continues expanding creative opportunities for students through experiential learning and professional-level production experiences. The EP stands as a strong example of the University’s commitment to preparing students for careers in the music and entertainment industries.
The EP is now available on all major streaming services.
