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| Søren Rasted (producer) | |
|---|---|
| Name | Søren Rasted |
| Birth name | Søren Rasted |
| Birth date | 13 June 1969 |
| Birth place | Gastrup |
| Occupation | Musician, songwriter, producer |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Associated acts | Aqua (band), Lazyboy (musical project), Michael Learns to Rock, Madonna, Kylie Minogue |
Søren Rasted (producer) is a Danish musician, songwriter and record producer best known as a founding member of the pop group Aqua (band). He has written, performed and produced for international artists across pop, dance and electronic genres, and has contributed to television and film music projects. Rasted's work spans collaborations with major labels, live tours and multimedia ventures.
Rasted was born in Gastrup and raised in Denmark amid Scandinavian music scenes intersecting with influences from ABBA, Bee Gees, The Beatles, and Kraftwerk. He studied music informally while engaging with Denmark's local scenes connected to venues like Vega (Copenhagen venue) and institutions such as the Royal Danish Academy of Music. Early exposure to European electronic acts including Depeche Mode, Yazoo, and Erasure shaped his interests in synthesis and pop songwriting.
Rasted co-founded Aqua (band) with Lene Nystrøm, René Dif, and Claus Norreen in the 1990s, achieving global success with the album Aquarium and the single "Barbie Girl". The group's breakthrough connected them to international markets including United States, United Kingdom, Japan, and Australia, and led to tours with promoters who had worked with Live Nation, AEG Presents, and festivals like Glastonbury Festival and Roskilde Festival. Outside of Aqua, Rasted formed the Lazyboy (musical project) concept and worked on solo material, blending influences from Daft Punk, The Chemical Brothers, and Pet Shop Boys. He has also performed on stages alongside acts such as Spice Girls, Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, and NSYNC.
As a producer and songwriter, Rasted has collaborated with a wide array of artists and industry figures including Madonna, Kylie Minogue, Celine Dion, Michael Learns to Rock, Ace of Base, Roxette, Robbie Williams, Take That, David Guetta, Timbaland, Calvin Harris, Max Martin, Dr. Luke, RedOne, and Stargate (record producers). His production work has involved record labels such as Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI. Rasted has contributed arrangements and remixes referencing styles from Eurodance, Synth-pop, and House music, drawing parallels with producers like Stock Aitken Waterman and Brian Eno.
Rasted has composed and produced music for television and film, contributing cues and originals for broadcasters including DR (broadcaster), TV 2 (Denmark), and international networks such as BBC and MTV Networks. His work has been licensed for film projects screened at festivals like Cannes Film Festival and Berlin International Film Festival, and has appeared in soundtracks for productions distributed by studios such as Universal Pictures, Warner Bros., and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Rasted has collaborated on television formats connected to producers who worked with Simon Cowell, Nigel Lythgoe, and franchises like Got Talent and The X Factor.
Rasted's career achievements include chart success and industry awards tied to sales and radio airplay monitored by organizations such as IFPI, Billboard (magazine), and BPI. He has received nominations and awards from national bodies like the Danish Music Awards and recognition in international markets where singles reached top positions on the UK Singles Chart, Billboard Hot 100, and Oricon (chart). His production and songwriting have been acknowledged by peers including composers associated with ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC.
Rasted has been involved in philanthropic efforts and charity concerts supporting initiatives connected to organizations such as UNICEF, Red Cross, and humanitarian campaigns endorsed by figures like Bob Geldof and Bono. He maintains residences linked to the Scandinavian cultural hubs of Copenhagen and has collaborated with cultural institutions such as Royal Danish Theatre and arts festivals like Aarhus Festuge. Rasted's private life has intersected publicly with media outlets including Ekstra Bladet, BT (tabloid), and international entertainment press such as Rolling Stone and Billboard (magazine).
Category:Danish record producers Category:1969 births Category:Living people