BARCLAY CRENSHAW

Channeling a love affair with classic '90s hip-hop, an affinity for otherworldly themes and an ear for raw funk, Barclay Crenshaw uses his given birth name to bare his soul and deliver a slowed-down, emotive collection of collaborations and instrumentals. This self-titled debut album is a left-field departure from his better-known alias, Claude VonStroke, but the quality is undeniably the same. The themes of ancient alien abductions and exploration of time and space are discovered and brought to life over ten tracks that sound like a mixture of gold rope chains and new age enlightenment. Modern organic beats mixed with gorgeous melodic moments and underlying grittiness create an experience that is eclectic, expressive and expansive. Coded art furthers the sense of mystery and the unknown, harking back to the past while gazing into the future.

Guests include a wide array of artists, from bass maestro Mr. Carmack to the U.K.’s inspired Lady Chann, Flatbush emcees The Underachievers, and even a Cool Kids reunion from Chuck Inglish & Sir Michael Rocks.

Back in print for the first time since release, and pressed on White In Tan Color In Color Vinyl with White Splatter

- The debut album from Claude VonStroke’s musical alter ego, Barclay Crenshaw, which also happens to be his real name

- Barclay Crenshaw is the founder of the esteemed San Francisco underground dance label, Dirtybird

- Claude VonStroke/Barclay Crenshaw regularly tours and plays shows across the country

- This is the first time since the original release that the album is back in print

- Resale value on Discogs is going for over $400 on average, with over 200 people including it in their wantlist

- Pressed on White In Tan Color In Color Vinyl with White Splatter