Hammerhead Coffee

Hammerhead Coffee derives its name from a record label that owner, Todd Thorstenson, founded in Champaign 20 years ago called Hammerhead Records. Between 1993 and 2000, the label promoted and funded recordings for musical artists in and around Champaign, Urbana, Chicago, and Terre Haute, representing a variety of music genres including rock, funk, metal, and pop. The bands on the roster toured nationally and the label's releases were distributed nationally, received radio airplay around the globe, and had great views in well-respected magazines such as Alternative Press, College Music Journal (CMJ), and Hit Parader.

The coffee shop will feature local artists’ music in a continuation of the label’s support of the local arts and, of course, have great coffee, great service, and a great welcoming space. Hammerhead Coffee will set itself apart and be the true coffee cultural experience for our customers.