Explore Bear Cole in the anniversary story →
Follow the path from That’s The Spirit and Butterflies to Alabaster and Love in the Time of A.I.
In 2026, 1st Drop Music celebrates twenty years since Sound is Matter Vol.001 was released in 2006. This artist world is one chapter in a connected Arizona music story created by Bear Cole, with each identity keeping its own sound, perspective and visual language.
Choose your route
- Milestone Releases — fifteen stops through twenty years of music.
- The 1st Drop Music Story — from the early recording years to the artist universe.
- Anniversary Vinyl and CDs — physical editions and special collections through ElasticStage, including first-time physical releases.
- 20th Anniversary Merch — explore the official collection.
Find an old favorite, meet another artist world, or take home a physical piece of the story.