Topshelf Sounds & Ent. (TSSE) exists to push culture forward. Built on the belief that authenticity is the highest form of talent, TSSE is a home for visionaries — artists who speak from the heart, create from real experiences, and lead with truth.
We provide a platform where artists keep their voice, their power, and their creative freedom. From raw street stories to polished R&B melodies, TSSE is dedicated to developing timeless art and amplifying the voices the world needs to hear.
Founded in 2013, Topshelf Sounds & Ent. started as a small movement driven by the hunger to create something different — something honest. Built by Ty Topshelf, the label grew from a local collective into a rising independent force in Hip Hop and R&B.
What began in Norfolk, VA has evolved into a full creative powerhouse: a label known for development, direction, brand-building, and a signature “TopShelf” standard of excellence.
From Chea Butta’s charisma to Kvng Swagg’s energy, Killah Dae’s raw storytelling, C Fettie’s club-moving presence, and Ty Topshelf’s visionary leadership — TSSE continues to shape the new wave.
Everything we build is grounded in four pillars that define who we are: