Publishing
Seeing Music Through A New Lens
The fingerprint of lo-fi artists continues to permeate across the music industry – evidenced by Arden’s own sagun producing and co-writing UMI’s hit 2024 single, “wherever u r” featuring V from BTS – while lo-fi remixes and ambient song versions have breathed new life into existing music in a way that mainstream audiences have increasingly embraced. Through the launch of their publishing division, Arden will lift up their producers and songwriters as artists themselves, and create more opportunities for them as lo-fi music continues to ascend within the larger cultural conversation.
HOAX - words that start with b?
words that start with b? is a play on one of HOAX’s earlier EP releases in 2017, words that end with wh(y), and their debut album release in 2022, b? The project is a collaboration between HOAX and Arden Records to create a reimagined lofi compilation of select songs on b?
KALLITECHNIS - crave you Remix Pack
Leaning into his lo-fi roots, sagun recruits some of his favorite artists on Arden Records’ roster to take part in this remix pack that defies genre and have something for any occasion, setting or mood on KALLITECHNIS’ chart-topping track, “crave you”. Showcasing four different remix styles across his label mates The Tea Shop, French WiFi, pecna, and wrongnumber as well as a sped up version, original instrumental, and instrumental versions of the whole lot, this remix pack is the perfect representation of the chill genre that sagun laid his foundation in.
Labit - i bet it’s all nostalgia
i bet it’s all nostalgia is a collaboration between Labit and Arden Records to reimagine eight different vocal and instrumental lofi beats from Labit’s deluxe debut album, I Bet It’s Still All A Dream.
Jordan Smith
Co-Founder
“In our eyes, Arden Records was built on necessity. The way certain labels in the space were treating and “supporting” artists & producers was never cultivating community or a space that made them feel valued. After 3 years of seeing how powerful a unified roster of artists can be, we are only now launching our publishing arm to explore a new creative workflow for our Arden Records’ family. There are so many companies that offer admin deals for royalty collection, so of course that is part of what we are going to do to make sure our roster gets their royalties, but our main goal is far beyond that. We only hope to educate other teams on how powerful alternate versions of songs can be & how talented our producers are & become a go-to for any production needs.”
Andrew Kwan
Co-Founder
“Our mission as a label has always been to showcase the diverse and undeniable talents of our artists, elevating them beyond the boundaries of the lo-fi genre. In an industry increasingly saturated with AI-generated music – especially within the lo-fi genre – we remain steadfast in championing our artists, ensuring their authentic musicianship receives the recognition it deserves. Now, through the launch of our publishing venture, we are excited to continue this mission from a fresh and dynamic perspective.”
Sagun Khadka
Co-Founder
“The main goal for Andrew, Jordan & I while starting this beautiful label, Arden Records, together was to help other artists grow and succeed on the visions that they have. I’m excited to have our own publishing side because that will protect our artists’ creative rights and will reduce the complexities of claiming royalties. Having less to worry about as an artist outside of their creative endeavors eventually leads to new opportunities that help them grow.”
