Aaron Dessner Launches New Label for Developing Artists

Aaron Dessner, a prominent figure in indie rock with The National and a sought-after collaborator for global pop artists, has established a new record label called Long Pond Music. This venture, a partnership with Interscope Records, is designed to offer a nurturing space for artists whose music requires extended development. Dessner envisions the label as a sanctuary where artists can find their voice and flourish creatively, mirroring the atmosphere of his own Long Pond studio in upstate New York.

The inaugural artist signed to Long Pond Music is Hudson Ingram, a frequent collaborator of Dessner's. This move reflects Dessner's intention to support artists who have already spent significant time within his creative orbit. He explained that the label serves as an outlet for music he might not have the personal time to produce himself, allowing him to assist promising artists in bringing their records to fruition and distribution.

Dessner's entrepreneurial spirit in the music industry is not new; he previously co-founded the indie label Brassland and later collaborated on the collective 37d03d (PEOPLE). These past endeavors underscore his ongoing commitment to experimenting with music industry models and providing a supportive framework for artistic growth, particularly for those whose work may not fit conventional commercial viability.