Excitement is in the air as we unveil a groundbreaking chapter in the musical journey of Barclay Crenshaw, the visionary artist known for his role as Claude VonStroke and the driving force behind Dirtybird Records. Moving away from the house sound synonymous with his Claude VonStroke persona to the burgeoning realms of bass music, Crenshaw announces his tour to signify a new musical era. The thirteen-stop tour announcement is a prelude to his much-anticipated album, Open Channel, set for a Spring release via Easier Said.
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The tour promises to be a series of landmark events that will redefine the boundaries of Barclay’s artistic expression. From renowned venues like Webster Hall to the subterranean wonders of The Caverns, each stop on the tour will be a testament to Barclay’s evolution from the acclaimed realms of house music to a dynamic exploration of bass music, electronica, and beyond.
This musical metamorphosis represents more than just a shift in genre for Barclay; it is a deliberate effort to cultivate a community. This mission mirrors the original communal, grassroots energy of his camping festivals, transcending just a change in musical direction. It represents a deepened commitment to building a space for fans to connect and explore the ever-changing electronic music world via “open channels.” This approach, already gaining traction with his audience as seen in the enthusiastic response to his final Claude VonStroke shows, signifies a significant shift in Crenshaw’s career path, setting the stage for a new era of collective musical exploration and community building.
I dig and dig through countless genres and experiment so that you don’t have to. I want to play new music that makes you say, ‘Wow.’ Your algorithmic playlist is just a formula that echoes songs you like until you are completely pigeonholed. Let’s start a community of explorers that connects over great tunes and isn’t controlled by computers.
~ Barclay Crenshaw
With Open Channel, Barclay Crenshaw celebrates the unconventional and the bold. It’s a call to those who embrace their distinctiveness within the music scene. Find more info and tickets here, and stay tuned for more updates!
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