This April, bass music enthusiasts will peel back the curtain of Spanish Moss and enter a hidden sanctuary near Charleston, South Carolina to experience Camp Kouch for the first time.
Kouch Kollective has been thoughtfully curating events and fostering a tight-knit community in the East Coast bass scene for years now. The culmination of the group’s craft comes to a head this spring with its first-ever music festival as the sole organizers.
Hailing as a three-day retreat focused on music, art, education, and community, it encapsulates everything Kouch Kollective stands for: Holding a safe space for creative minds and music aficionados to connect and grow together.
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The founders and owners of Kouch Kollective, Zack Poe, Spears Moose, and Walt Moose, sat down with River Beats Dance to dive into Camp Kouch and everything that has led up to this defining moment.
Kouch’s story started in 2017, when Poe founded the promotions group in the Baltimore area. He later joined forces with the Moose brothers and set down roots in Charlotte, North Carolina. The project has grown immensely in the Queen City, booking big names in the bass scene regularly and buying a music venue called The Rabbit Hole.
Today, Kouch is flourishing with events across the East Coast and partnerships with acclaimed bass music festivals Sound Haven and Autumn Revival.
The trio says they’ve found success in the bass scene by focusing on intimate, community-driven events. Instead of trying to please the masses, they stick to their ethos of supporting unique, forward-thinking bass producers who have grown alongside the collective.
“Some people would see niche as a limitation. We don’t necessarily look at it that way. It’s grounding for us. It helps us stay true to why we do this. At the beginning of the day, it’s to platform people that really deserve it, not someone that’s coming in the scene for other reasons, but someone that truly cares about bettering the community and being there.”Walt Moose
As more promotional groups enter the EDM industry, Kouch Kollective continues to lean into what sets it apart: intimate, thoughtfully curated gatherings that champion self-expression and underground bass music. Their events offer more than a dance floor. They create space to connect, get lost in immersive art, and support the surrounding community.
Kouch has shaped its identity around events that spotlight local artists and vendors while showcasing a diverse spectrum of bass music. The aim is for attendees to show up not only for a headliner but for the shared experience and sense of belonging. By cultivating a consistent, returning crowd, the collective has built a devoted following that trusts Kouch to deliver high-caliber events. Even without recognizing every name on the bill, fans know they will leave having discovered a new favorite.
“We’ve learned that community means more to us than numbers. Obviously, numbers are good too, but I would say that it’s always been community first, and focusing on the overall aspect of just bringing people together and like-minded individuals having a free space to express themselves.”Walt Moose
Sticking to a niche not only solidifies Kouch’s brand identity but also offers a space for smaller, up-and-coming acts to get their footing in the scene.
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“Rather than just grabbing the popular, expensive talent, we’ve taken more of a route of finding good people with talent and growing together over the years.”Zack Poe
Camp Kouch will be the celebration of those relationships and the community they’ve grown over the last nine years. Headliners include EAZYBAKED, The Widdler, Resonate Language, Artifakts, and Tripp St. Plus, Kouch is uplifting smaller acts with a DJ competition, sound design workshops, and an official renegade stage dedicated to underground producers.
“It’s going to be a very magical weekend, a healing weekend. We have a lot more than music coming out there. The grounds are amazing. It’s one of the most beautiful properties I’ve ever been on.”Zack Poe
The organizers said they’ve intentionally waited years to throw their own camping festival until they found the perfect natural sanctuary to plant their community for a weekend. They feel confident that they finally found it at the Woodlands Nature Reserve in the Lowcountry.
“If you like the woods and you like big oak trees and Spanish moss and sandy ground and nice lakes, come to Camp Kouch.”Spears Moose
While Kouch promises high-quality sound systems and production, the group wants attendees to take away more from the weekend than great music. They hope the weekend fosters connection, healing, and self-growth through their educational workshops, immersive art experiences, and community activities.
Camp Kouch is April 3-5 at the Woodlands Nature Reserve in Charleston, South Carolina. Tickets are available here.
This April, bass music enthusiasts will peel back the curtain of Spanish Moss and enter a hidden sanctuary near Charleston, South Carolina to experience Camp Kouch for the first time.
Kouch Kollective has been thoughtfully curating events and fostering a tight-knit community in the East Coast bass scene for years now. The culmination of the group’s craft comes to a head this spring with its first-ever music festival as the sole organizers.
Hailing as a three-day retreat focused on music, art, education, and community, it encapsulates everything Kouch Kollective stands for: Holding a safe space for creative minds and music aficionados to connect and grow together.
The founders and owners of Kouch Kollective, Zack Poe, Spears Moose, and Walt Moose, sat down with River Beats Dance to dive into Camp Kouch and everything that has led up to this defining moment.
Kouch’s story started in 2017, when Poe founded the promotions group in the Baltimore area. He later joined forces with the Moose brothers and set down roots in Charlotte, North Carolina. The project has grown immensely in the Queen City, booking big names in the bass scene regularly and buying a music venue called The Rabbit Hole.
Today, Kouch is flourishing with events across the East Coast and partnerships with acclaimed bass music festivals Sound Haven and Autumn Revival.
The trio says they’ve found success in the bass scene by focusing on intimate, community-driven events. Instead of trying to please the masses, they stick to their ethos of supporting unique, forward-thinking bass producers who have grown alongside the collective.
As more promotional groups enter the EDM industry, Kouch Kollective continues to lean into what sets it apart: intimate, thoughtfully curated gatherings that champion self-expression and underground bass music. Their events offer more than a dance floor. They create space to connect, get lost in immersive art, and support the surrounding community.
Kouch has shaped its identity around events that spotlight local artists and vendors while showcasing a diverse spectrum of bass music. The aim is for attendees to show up not only for a headliner but for the shared experience and sense of belonging. By cultivating a consistent, returning crowd, the collective has built a devoted following that trusts Kouch to deliver high-caliber events. Even without recognizing every name on the bill, fans know they will leave having discovered a new favorite.
Sticking to a niche not only solidifies Kouch’s brand identity but also offers a space for smaller, up-and-coming acts to get their footing in the scene.
Camp Kouch will be the celebration of those relationships and the community they’ve grown over the last nine years. Headliners include EAZYBAKED, The Widdler, Resonate Language, Artifakts, and Tripp St. Plus, Kouch is uplifting smaller acts with a DJ competition, sound design workshops, and an official renegade stage dedicated to underground producers.
The organizers said they’ve intentionally waited years to throw their own camping festival until they found the perfect natural sanctuary to plant their community for a weekend. They feel confident that they finally found it at the Woodlands Nature Reserve in the Lowcountry.
While Kouch promises high-quality sound systems and production, the group wants attendees to take away more from the weekend than great music. They hope the weekend fosters connection, healing, and self-growth through their educational workshops, immersive art experiences, and community activities.
Camp Kouch is April 3-5 at the Woodlands Nature Reserve in Charleston, South Carolina. Tickets are available here.
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