Stones Throw Records

Stones Throw Records is a Los Angeles-based independent label known for its diverse and innovative catalogue spanning hip hop, soul, electronic, jazz, and experimental music. Founded in 1996 by DJ and producer Peanut Butter Wolf, the label quickly gained a reputation for championing underground artists and pushing genre boundaries. Early releases from figures like Madlib, MF DOOM, and J Dilla helped define its influential sound, while later ventures expanded into funk, psych, and beat-driven experimentation.

Stones Throw fosters creative autonomy, often encouraging its artists to explore side projects, aliases, and unconventional formats. The label’s visual identity, eclectic roster, and consistent quality have made it a cult favorite among collectors and music lovers worldwide. Known for its deep roots in hip hop culture, Stones Throw also embraces forward-thinking production and analog aesthetics, playing a key role in shaping modern independent music.