George Clanton

Ticket Availability

Tickets are available locally at Recycled Records & Higher Elevation Smoke Shop (Incline Village).

Artist Biography: George Clanton

George Clanton doesn't just produce gleaming electronic pop; he produces nostalgia too. The Los Angeles artist's process involves tweaking synthesizer presets, but beyond searching for the right melodies and textures, he's hoping to come upon a sound that strikes a spiritual chord. "I'm looking for something that triggers a memory or an emotion," he says. His lyrics are direct transmissions from his soul: raw, often off-the-cuff, evocative. When you pair those words with the gauzy textures Clanton's become known for, his music feels like a dreamy filter you can put over your own memories. Every moment feels a little more colorful, a little more comforting.

Upcoming Third Album

You can hear the impact of this approach in his upcoming third album—take the fuzz-pop anthem "Fucking Up My Life." The track is both raucous and soothing, and as Clanton's distorted croons echo across swelling synths and crushing breakbeats, he offers a mantra: "It feels alright." It's a fitting return for an artist who's spent the last decade cutting through the noise. In addition to making music, he runs the 100% Electronica record label with his fellow pop mutator and wife, Negative Gemini. He also spearheads events, including weekly livestreams on Twitch. Being extremely online has allowed Clanton's fans access to the depths of his personality, to connect with his work more deeply. "I think of myself as the ultimate DIY person," he says.

Achievements and Career

Working the George Clanton way has made for a really unique career that hasn't yet been fully recognized. Clanton has also curated a tightly knit roster of artists (Negative Gemini, Satin Sheets, Small Black, et al.) who continue to push the boundaries of vaporwave, internet music, and pop. He considers 100% Electronica his biggest achievement, pointing to the dedicated fans that see themselves in the music. "I feel like we've created a cultural identity out of thin air," he says.

Album Development and Themes

After a year spreading out across a number of projects, Clanton is now focusing on delivering a powerful sequel to "Slide." Started almost immediately after "Slide"'s release, the new album finds him both musically and personally matured. It's an elegant merging of all his past musical selves—of stirring rock, sweeping shoegaze, and niche electronics—augmented with more complex layers and physical instruments. It's also a journey inward as Clanton emphasizes personal reflection and self-improvement—themes he's held close his whole career. "It's definitely something that I need to get out," he says of the music. "I want people to know that George Clanton is better than ever and something amazing is coming just around the corner."

Event Information

This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event and will not be eligible for a refund. Openers are subject to change. Drugs and weapons will be confiscated. A 9% LET is included in the ticket price.