Berzerk is a hardcore, anime-inspired live experience built around tension, impact, and release. Pulling from nu-metal, experimental hip-hop, and live band energy, the show blends distortion, heavy rhythm, and experimental structure into something physical and immersive. Curated by Eyes Wide Open in collaboration with Mawpy and LIPS, Berzerk brings together underground artists and hardcore energy, channeling themes of conflict, adrenaline, and expression into a full-room experience. No fixed genre. No clean edges. Authentic energy.
Eyes Wide Open
Eyes Wide Open is a Raleigh-based collective founded by Memphis and Cocoa, focused on pushing the intersection of music, fashion, and art. Originally formed through open mic events at The Portal HQ in Raleigh, EWO prioritizes self-expression, experimentation, and community over rigid structure. Their events are built as environments rather than traditional shows, bringing together different disciplines to create something fluid, immersive, and rooted in underground culture.
Mawpy
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Mawpy is an experimental hip-hop artist emerging from North Carolina’s underground, known for constant output and an unpredictable approach to sound. Blending self-produced work with frequent collaborations, his catalog moves between styles without settling into one lane. Whether performing solo or stepping into a cypher, his delivery leans on off-the-wall lyricism, sharp improvisation, and a clear intent to stand out in a saturated scene.
LIPS
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LIPS brings a live band element into the mix, grounding the night in raw instrumentation and alternative influence. Originally formed at Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival through organic jam circles, their sound pulls from folk-punk, hardcore, and improvisational spaces, adding depth and texture to the overall lineup. In a setting like Berzerk, LIPS acts as a physical counterbalance that translates energy into something loud, immediate, and felt in the room.
