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Aaron Dessner Launches New Label
Aaron Dessner starts Long Pond Music with Interscope to support artists needing time to develop.
In brief
Aaron Dessner starts Long Pond Music with Interscope to support artists needing time to develop. Aaron Dessner launched Long Pond Music with Interscope to provide a space for artists who need time to develop their music. Originally reported by Billboard.
Aaron Dessner's Music Career
Aaron Dessner has been in the music industry for about 25 years as part of The National.
Collaborations with Major Artists
Dessner collaborates with Taylor Swift, Noah Kahan, Gracie Abrams, Mumford & Sons, and Ed Sheeran.
Long Pond Studio
Long Pond in the Hudson Valley is where Dessner works from his studio and home.
Long Pond Studio's Mythology
Long Pond became mythological due to Taylor Swift's studio sessions for Folklore during the pandemic.
New Label Launch
Dessner launches Long Pond Music with Interscope Records to support artists needing time to develop.
First Signee Hudson Ingram
Hudson Ingram, a frequent collaborator, is Dessner's first signee for Long Pond Music.
Dessner's Role at Long Pond Music
Dessner will be creatively involved in producing records and helping other artists grow.
Time Constraints for Dessner
Dessner has kids, coaches soccer, and has other commitments that limit his time for music.
Previous Label Experiments
Dessner co-founded Brassland in 2000 for early The National records and later 37d03d with Justin Vernon.
Long Pond Music's Purpose
Long Pond Music aims to give artists a space where they feel comfortable finding their voice.
Artist Development Challenges
Many artists sign deals too early or get managers who don't understand their music.
Dessner's Music Industry View
Dessner enjoys how music today has no fixed rules and can become hits unexpectedly.
Early Music Industry Experience
Dessner started with The National during the transition from CDs to digital music.
Spotify and Streaming Impact
Spotify and Apple have made music more democratic but economics remain problematic.
The main idea
Aaron Dessner launched Long Pond Music with Interscope to provide a space for artists who need time to develop their music.
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