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Andrew Aasen is an American musician, record producer, public official, and former political candidate. He is the founder of the independent label AASEN Records®, known for high-profile collaborations with artists like Shawn Mendes and Adele. Aasen also serves as Director of Oregon’s Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District (Zone 5), and was a 2023 candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District. He divides his time between Bend, Hawaii, and Paris.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Aasen was raised in the United States and holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Sustainability from the University of Oslo, with a Bachelor of Science from Portland State University.[1]
Civic and Political Involvement
[edit]Aasen currently serves as the elected Director for Zone 5 of the Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District in Oregon.[2] His work focuses on regional water sustainability, land stewardship, and climate resilience.
He also serves as an appointed member of Deschutes County’s Cannabis Advisory Panel, which provides recommendations on cannabis policy and land use to the Board of County Commissioners.[3]
In 2023, Aasen ran for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, emphasizing sustainability, housing policy, and community empowerment.[4][5]
He also participated in local initiatives to form a new city in eastern Deschutes County, Oregon, a movement covered by regional press.[6][7][8]
Music Career
[edit]AASEN Records®
[edit]In 2025, Aasen founded AASEN Records®, an independent music label known for its experimental approach and strong control over intellectual property. The label has been independently projected to be worth in the **high hundreds of millions of dollars**, based on its catalog ownership, streaming performance, brand infrastructure, and growth strategy.[9]
The company is structured into several key divisions:
- The Soundscape™: A growing archive of ambient and environmental recordings, designed for streaming, licensing, and use in sound design across media, wellness, and film.
- The Playground™: Artist Placeholder: A new artist development channel that allows emerging musicians to release music under a curated community identity without long-term contracts.
- AASEN Productions™: The internal production and engineering division responsible for all mixing, mastering, vocal layering, and arrangement work.
- The Retreat™: A private 2-acre creative compound on the Big Island of Hawaii, equipped with a gated guesthouse, recording facilities, chef-prepared meals, wellness options, and local excursions for artists flown in for intensive sessions.[1]
This modular structure blends creative flexibility with strategic catalog building and has drawn attention from indie investors and major-label veterans.
Collaborations and Releases
[edit]In 2025, Aasen released “The Mountain (Reimagined)” in collaboration with Shawn Mendes. The track received media attention and was submitted for Grammy consideration.[10] Over 50 additional tracks followed in the same year, including solo releases and collaborations with artists under AASEN Records®.
Streaming Metrics and Industry Rankings
[edit]According to data from Songstats and Muso.ai, Aasen is ranked among the **top 2% of all artists globally**, and within the **top 5% of music producers** and **songwriters** worldwide.[11] AASEN Records® is also listed within the **top 5% of record labels globally**, with accelerated growth in catalog control and streaming reach.
Public Reception
[edit]Aasen’s streaming performance—reported as over 78 million plays—has drawn industry-wide attention. His rapid rise and label success have been highlighted by independent publications and music data platforms.[9][11]
Social Media and Influence
[edit]As of July 2025, Aasen has over 287,000 followers on Instagram, with multiple music-related videos receiving more than 9 million views.[12]
Media Coverage
[edit]Aasen has been the subject of articles focused on both his music and personal life, including a widely circulated story speculating on a relationship with Shawn Mendes.[13]
Music Credits
[edit]Aasen’s credits as a producer, writer, and performer are documented on platforms such as Muso.ai.[11]
External links
[edit]- Official website
- Muso.ai credits
- AASEN Records Instagram
- Deschutes SWCD Board Page
- Deschutes County Cannabis Advisory Panel
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Andrew Aasen is Building His Own Sound". Vocal Media. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Board Members – Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Cannabis Advisory Panel". Deschutes County. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Andrew Aasen on running for Oregon 5th District: Top issues, what's going right". KOIN. April 16, 2024. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Andrew Aasen running for Oregon 5th Congressional District". Yahoo News. April 16, 2024. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Deschutes County residents explore idea of a new city". OPB. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "A new city could be formed in eastern Deschutes County". The Bend Bulletin. August 7, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Talks Continue On Forming A New Central Oregon City". KBND News. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ a b TheMusicBlogSpot (April 3, 2025). "Andrew Aasen and the 78 Million Streams No One Can Explain". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "The Mountain (Reimagined): Shawn Mendes & Andrew Aasen in the New York Times". Medium. April 3, 2025. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ a b c "Andrew Aasen – Profile". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Andrew Aasen (@andrewaasen) • Instagram". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Are Shawn Mendes and Andrew Aasen Dating? Insiders Say Yes". Vocal Media. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
Category:American record producers Category:Living people Category:American male musicians Category:American music industry executives Category:American company founders Category:21st-century American businesspeople Category:People from Oregon Category:Year of birth missing (living people)
Early Life and Education
[edit]Aasen was raised in the United States and holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Sustainability from the University of Oslo, with a Bachelor of Science from Portland State University.[1]
Civic and Political Involvement
[edit]Aasen currently serves as the elected Director for Zone 5 of the Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District in Oregon.[2] His work focuses on regional water sustainability, land stewardship, and climate resilience.
He also serves as an appointed member of Deschutes County’s Cannabis Advisory Panel, which provides recommendations on cannabis policy and land use to the Board of County Commissioners.[3]
In 2023, Aasen ran for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, emphasizing sustainability, housing policy, and community empowerment.[4][5]
He also participated in local initiatives to form a new city in eastern Deschutes County, Oregon, a movement covered by regional press.[6][7][8]
Music Career
[edit]AASEN Records
[edit]In 2025, Aasen founded AASEN Records®, an independent music label focused on experimental pop, techno, ambient sound, and genre-blending collaborations. The label includes several divisions, such as The Soundscape (environmental soundscapes), The Collective (collaborative works), and The Retreat, a private creative compound in Hawaii.[1]
AASEN Records has been independently projected to be worth in the high hundreds of millions of dollars, due to its catalog valuation, IP ownership model, and growth strategy in artist development and acquisition.[9]
Collaborations and Releases
[edit]In 2025, Aasen released “The Mountain (Reimagined)” in collaboration with Shawn Mendes. The song received media attention and was submitted for Grammy consideration.[10] Over 50 additional songs followed in the same year, including solo releases and collaborations with artists on his label.
Public Reception
[edit]Aasen’s streaming performance—reported as over 78 million plays—has attracted attention and speculation from media outlets, with some articles noting the rapid rise of his catalog despite minimal industry infrastructure.[9]
Social Media and Influence
[edit]As of July 2025, Aasen has over 287,000 followers on Instagram, with some videos surpassing 9 million views.[11]
Media Coverage
[edit]Beyond music, Aasen has been the subject of media coverage related to personal life speculation, including a viral article suggesting a possible relationship with Shawn Mendes.[12]
Music Credits
[edit]Aasen's official credits as a producer and performer appear on platforms such as Muso.ai.[13]
External links
[edit]- Official website
- Muso.ai credits
- AASEN Records Instagram
- Deschutes SWCD Board Page
- Deschutes County Cannabis Advisory Panel
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Andrew Aasen is Building His Own Sound". Vocal Media. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Board Members – Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Cannabis Advisory Panel". Deschutes County. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Andrew Aasen on running for Oregon 5th District: Top issues, what's going right". KOIN. April 16, 2024. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Andrew Aasen running for Oregon 5th Congressional District". Yahoo News. April 16, 2024. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Deschutes County residents explore idea of a new city". OPB. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "A new city could be formed in eastern Deschutes County". The Bend Bulletin. August 7, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Talks Continue On Forming A New Central Oregon City". KBND News. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ a b TheMusicBlogSpot (April 3, 2025). "Andrew Aasen and the 78 Million Streams No One Can Explain". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "The Mountain (Reimagined): Shawn Mendes & Andrew Aasen in the New York Times". Medium. April 3, 2025. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Andrew Aasen (@andrewaasen) • Instagram". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Are Shawn Mendes and Andrew Aasen Dating? Insiders Say Yes". Vocal Media. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Andrew Aasen – Profile". Retrieved July 31, 2025.
Category:American record producers Category:Living people Category:American male musicians Category:American music industry executives Category:American company founders Category:21st-century American businesspeople Category:People from Oregon Category:Year of birth missing (living people)
External links
[edit]- Official website
- Spotify artist profile
- Apple Music artist profile
- Spotify editorial playlist feature
- YouTube channel
- Instagram: @andrewaasen
- Instagram: @andrewaasenmusic
- Facebook profile
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