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ARTIST INFO
Claude VonStroke

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Claude VonStroke does not scowl and look mean while he DJs. He does not pretend to know everything and he will be nice to you and your friends. He is grateful to be doing music for a living and he knows that the reason people go to parties is to have fun. If you want to act cool and not have any fun then please do not book him.

The name “Claude VonStroke” was a random joke that caught on after a series of tracks grabbed the attention of underground dance music in 2005. His very first record, “Deep Throat,” was an unusually quirky affair that caught fire worldwide and he has been blessed with similar success stories ever since. Claude’s real name is Barclay Crenshaw, a guy raised in the suburbs Detroit who wanted to be a filmmaker but always had a knack for music. After several different film careers of varying success and with some help from his friends, VonStroke started the “dirtybird” label at the very late age of 32.

Since 2005, dirtybird has carved out a niche as a premiere American label and has released over 40 EPs. VonStroke has released two artist albums as well as a Fabric mix and over 25 remixes for a wide range of commercial and underground artists from Indy rock group “The Rapture” to Detroit techno legend Kevin Saunderson.

In an effort to give something back to the community VonStroke unveiled a new label “mothership” in 2007. A large percentage of the label’s proceeds go to a music school for children in Claude’s hometown of Detroit, Michigan. This label features more euro-flavored techno and house featuring groups like Catz ‘n Dogz, Maetrik and Voodeux.

Tour wise, Claude has headlined almost every major club, festival and basement after-party in the world. The outdoor dirtybird parties in San Francisco’s scenic Golden Gate Park have also become a legendary summer destination point for both locals and international travelers.

But like we said at the start, Claude VonStroke is only coming to see you if you want to enjoy yourself and get sweaty and nasty. If you want to wear a sweater and frown in the VIP section, he is not the right DJ for you.






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RELEASES BY Claude VonStroke

Bird Brain Remixes - final chapter

Cat-No: DB030e
Release date: May 17th. 2010
A1: Aundy - (DJ Marky & S.P.Y. Remix) - Claude VonStroke
B1: California (Julio Bashmore Remix) - Claude VonStroke & J Phlip
B2: Aundy (Tanner Ross & Sergio Santos Remix) - Claude VonStroke


five years of dirtybird

Cat-No: DB037
Release date: CD/digital April 19th. 2010 (singles before hand)

CVS - “Bird Brain” Remixes Pt. 3

Cat-No: DB030c

Release date: March 15th.

1. Monster Island – Bruno Pronsato Remix

2. Storm On Lake St. Claire– Stimming Remix

3. Monster Island – Christian Martin Remix



CVS - Greasy Beat ft. Bootsy Collins Remixes

Cat-No: DB030b

Release date: February 2010

Greasy Beat - Robag Wruhme Mother Jones Mix

Greasy Beat - J.Phlip Remix

Greasy Beat - DOP Remix

Greasy Beat - Robag Wruhme Toschekk Rekksmi Remix (digital only)



CVS - Big n Round Remixes

Cat-No: DB030A
Release date: January 18th. 2010
1. Big n Round - Holger Zilske Remix
2. Big n Round - Maetrik Remix
3. Big n Round - Worthy Remix


CVS - Vocal Chords Remixes

Cat-No: DB030z
Release date: December, 30th. 2009
1. Vocal Chords - Tim Green Remix
2. Vocal Chords - Voodeux's Grumbly Mix
3. Vocal Chords - Tom EQ Remix


Justin Martin & Claude VonStroke - Beat That Bird Remixes

Cat-No: DBD006
Format: Digital
Release date: October 2009
1. Beat That Bird- Donk Boys Remix

2. Beat That Bird - Riva Starr's Chunk Remix



Claude VonStroke – Bird Brain

Cat-No: DB030
Format: CD
Release date:Oct 19th.


Claude VonStroke - The Greasy Beat ft. Bootsy Collins

Cat-No: DB027
Format: 12“
Release date: Sept 2009
A: The Greasy Beat, Funk Bomb Mix - Claude VonStroke ft. Bootsy Collins
B: The Greasy Beat, Tech Funk Mix - Claude VonStroke ft. Bootsy Collins


Justin Martin & Claude VonStroke - “Beat That Bird”

Cat-No: DB026
Format: digital
Release date: Aug, 19th. 2009
Beat That Bird - Justin Martin and Claude VonStroke


Claude VonStroke - Aundy EP

Cat-No: DB023
Format: 12“ EP
Release date: May 20th.2009
A: Aundy - Claude VonStroke
B: Storm On Lake Saint Claire - Claude VonStroke


Claude VonStroke & Christian Martin - Groundhog Day

Cat-No: DB016
Format: 12“ Single
Release date: February 2nd 2008
A1: Groundhog Day - Claude VonStroke & Christian Martin
B1: Groundhog Day - Gabriel Ananda & Alice Rose Remix


Claude VonStroke - Chimps

Cat-N°: DB010
Format: 12“ Single
Release date: March 19th 2007
A1: Chimps - Claude Vonstroke
B1: Chimps - Jochen Trappe Remix
B2: Chimps - Alland Byallo Remix
Digi Chimps - Trevor Loveys Remix (Digital Only)


Claude VonStroke - The Whistler (Remixes)

Cat-No: DB009
Format: 12“ Single
Release date:???
A1: The Whistler - Diplo Remix
A2: The Whistler - Jesse Rose Remix
B1: The Whistler - DJ Assalut Remix
B2: The Whistler - VonStroke Vs. Agnelli Remix

Claude VonStroke - Who’s Afraid Of Detroit? (Remixes)

Cat-No: DB008
Format: 12“ Single
Release date: January 19th 2007
A1: Who's Afraid Of Detroit - Audion Remix
B1: Who's Afraid Of Detroit - Tanner Ross Remix
B2: Who's AFraid Of Detroit - Kevin Saunderson Remix


Claude VonStroke - Beware Of The Bird

Cat-No: DB006
Format: 12“ Single
Release date: July 7th 2006
A1: Beware Of The Bird - Claude Vonstroke
B1: Beware Of The Bird - Justin Martin Remix


Claude VonStroke - Album Preview EP
(The Whistler / Who’s Afraid Of Detroit)

Cat-No: DB005
Format: 12“ Single
Release date: April 1st 2006
A1: The Whistler - Claude Vonstroke
B1: Who's Afraid Of Detroit - Claude Vonstroke


Claude VonStroke - Deep Throat

Cat-No: DB003
Format: 12“ Single
Release date: August 2nd 2005
A1: Deep Throat - Claude Vonstroke
B1: Deep Throat - John Tejada Remix
B2: Deep Throat - Justin Martin Remix


Claude VonStroke NEWS

Claude VonStroke’s Tour Dates

August 5th, 2010

Friday, August 27th, 2010
Train
Aarhus, Denmark

September 3rd, 2010
2826 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127-3932
(305) 456-5613

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New Claude VonStroke Beatport Chart!

July 23rd, 2010

Check it out!

VonStroke, J Phlip + Catz N Dogz @ Sonar!

June 17th, 2010

This year at Sonar By Night, Claude VonStroke will be closing the SonarClub on Friday from 5:30 to 7:00 am. It is the first time a member of the dirtybird crew has been asked to play … More

New dirtybird store is open!

April 26th, 2010

The new dirtybird store is open.

New dirtybird shop selling hard to find and out of print vinyls, limited clothing designs, signed merchandise & new releases. Get it straight from the source. Now shipping worldwide!

IDj Magazine - Label of the Month

April 14th, 2010

…Labels that matter, platters that shatter.

Longest Running House Club in The UK

March 10th, 2010

BBC Inside Out Yorks & Lincs visits the UK’s longest-running club night - Back to Basics in Leeds. Back to Basics has always been the biggest … More

5 year party clip

February 11th, 2010

dirtybird 5 year Anniversary Party from Jake Wiens on Vimeo.

Thanks everyone for who came out to celebrate our 5 year … More

dirtybird 5 year party

January 12th, 2010

‘dirtybird’ - A fake German porn star, two brothers, their room mate, the new girl, and a bunch of good for nothings that together managed to put a smile on the face of dance music. The very first dirtybird record … More

XLR8R dirtybird interview

January 8th, 2010

Producer and label founder Barclay Crenshaw (a.k.a. Claude VonStroke) takes a ride though Dirtybird history. San Francisco house and techno label Dirtybird is a tightknit crew known for striking the bumpin’ balance between goofy and grimy. Here, we get the … More

dirtybird/mothership US distribution now with Groove

January 6th, 2010

dirtybird and mothership are pleased to announce our new exclusive domestic distribution
partner, Groove. All new and upcoming vinyl and cd’s as well as a healthy selection of collectible
back-stock, will now be available … More

Bird Brain Release Party @ Mezzanine

November 3rd, 2009

CLICK HERE TO RSVP FOR THE BIRD BRIAN RELEASE PARTY… FREE B4 11PM!

November 13th is the SF hometown release party for Claude VonStroke’s second artist album ‘Bird Brain’. His … More

Bird Brain Pitchfork Review

October 27th, 2009

… The San Francisco-based producer’s second album is a model of taut, tasteful house music that ably spans the tech-to-progressive spectrum. On lead track “Monster Island”, VonStroke demonstrates a minimalist approach based on efficiency, … More

DJ Mag Review of “Bird Brain”

October 7th, 2009

Words: BEN MURPHY
Photo: SHAUNA REGAN
For San Francisco-based Claude Von Stroke, going deep and rocking the dancefloor aren’t mutually exclusive. With his second, more expansive album ‘Birdbrain’, the DJ/producer is determined to inject a … More

dirtybird @ Mezzanine LOVEFEST EDITION Friday 10/2

September 25th, 2009

It’s the night before Lovefest!!! We’re closing out
our 2009 club series in style at our favorite
soundsystem in the city - MEZZANINE’S MASSIVE FUNKTION ONE.
So much bass in the place it’s like mace in your face.

rsvp@dirtybirdrecords.com
or RSVP here: www.going.com/dirtybird

ONE … More

Claude VonStroke Announces “Bird Brain” Tour Dates

September 24th, 2009

Claude VonStroke’s “Bird Brain” World Tour

Nov 6th Paris @ Rex Club
Nov 7th Manchester @ Warehouse Project
Nov 13th San Francisco @ Mezzanine
Nov 20th Berlin @ Watergate
Nov 21st … More

dirtybird park party - Aug. 2009

August 5th, 2009

DB026 - “Beat that Bird” - Justin Martin & Claude VonStroke

August 4th, 2009

 
Justin Martin released the very first two records on dirtybird and then went on an amazing production path, releasing tracks, mix cds and remixes on multiple labels like Buzzin’fly, Utensil, Om.

Claude VonStroke has been begging him to return … More

Claude VonStroke feat. Bootsy Collins “The Greasy Beat”

July 8th, 2009

 
“Who have you dreamed about working with the most?” For Claude VonStroke, that person is Bootsy Collins – the biggest personality in Parliament Funkadelic and one of the funniest most memorable funk legends of all time. Today Claude’s … More

Claude VonStroke -
Announced To Mix Fabric 46

February 12th, 2009

 
Claude VonStroke has been selected to compile and mix Fabric 46. Claude Vonstroke joins an elite roster of artists who have also done mixes for the world famous compilation. The CD will contain a mixture of Claude VonStroke … More