Aspen is an independent record label for contemporary music. We issue 'integral music': music that escapes traditional genres and often moves between jazz and improvisation, contemporary classical music, pop or folk influences, and electronics.
The projects that Aspen likes to support, have a genuine nature, they are developed by sincere artists who stubbornly search for their own path.
Aspen is Belgian-based but allied with the international scene. Activities include: events, curation, bookings. Aspen aims to be environmentally friendly, since that is the only way to go.
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Aspen Edities
Our main label, characterized by detailed design. In every edition the musicians and their music are matched with a related graphic artist. Together they develop the visual extension of the album. Every edition also includes a quote or another textual element that expresses both music and design.
Et Alia
Our imprint for all sorts of peculiar, outspoken and adventurous projects. The form of these releases are as free as their content.
Our Retail Partners
When an edition is sold out in our own shop, there’s a good chance you can still find it through one of our retail partners. Our releases are distributed to many specialty shops worldwide, but here’s a list of frequent partners:
Online
Soundohm
Honest Jon’s
Out of Print
Shops
Belgium: Vynilla, Consouling Store, Paard van Troje, Veals & Geeks, Tropical Records, Sugar Pie Records
UK: Honest Jon’s, Trome Records
Germany: A-Musik, Bis Aufs Messer
Norway: Tiger Records
Japan: Art Into Life
Downloads and streaming
We have a balanced perspective on downloads and streaming. While our passion lies in creating physical releases and making them as special and collectible as possible, we also want to ensure that listeners who prefer digital formats aren’t left out.
All of our music is available on Bandcamp, which we strongly encourage you to use and support. At the same time, much of our catalog can also be found on major digital platforms, including iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, and Amazon.
Demo Submissions
We welcome digital demo submissions and truly appreciate your interest in our label. As a small, artist-run label with limited resources, we sometimes receive a high volume of demos and, unfortunately, cannot respond to everyone individually.
Please know that every submission is listened to with care. If we feel there’s a strong fit or a potential opportunity to collaborate, we will be in touch.
Contact
aspenconcertsATgmail.com