Pepper Recs is an independent underground house label based in Aotearoa New Zealand dedicated to releasing deep, emotive dance music built for the club, the soundsystem, and the long play. Run by DJ Name (Tāmaki Makaurau), the label exists as both a creative outlet and a curatorial platform - one that champions quality over hype and prioritises music with soul, groove, and staying power. The label’s journey began with PPR-001, the debut release from DJ Name, which laid the foundation for Pepper Recs’ sonic identity: warm basslines, subtle swing, and a deep connection to classic house traditions, reinterpreted through a modern lens. Since that first release, Pepper Recs has continued to grow its catalogue with a series of new releases from local artists, highlighting the strength and individuality of Aotearoa’s underground dance music scene. Pepper Recs is deeply connected to community - from intimate club nights to daytime dance floors - and draws inspiration from the unique energy, people, and places of New Zealand. The label’s output reflects this sense of place, blending international influences with a distinctly local perspective.

Rooted in sound system culture and guided by a clear curatorial vision, Pepper Recs is building a catalogue made for dancers, selectors and listeners alike.