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Carl Craig is a multi-disciplined visionary whose eclectic tastes and influences all converge into his "main discipline" - Carl Craig. The Detroit pioneer's lifelong pursuit of independence and self-gratification is the catalyst behind three decades of innovation and achievement within the realm of electronic music.
As the mastermind behind Planet E Communications, Carl conceived and nurtured a platform that preserves his independence, while also providing a liberating space for a range of international artists over the last 30 years. Carl's open-minded approach has led to the release of releases that dip into hip hop, jazz, funk, and more esoteric electronic compositions, purposely avoiding commercial-sounding music.
As a producer and performer, Carl's history is well documented. Under a variety of aliases - 69, Paperclip People, C2 and many more - he has produced six LPs, the most recent being Versus, with his back catalogue including credits on over 600 remixes for a diverse cross section of electronic music artists, from Depeche Mode and Tori Amos to his friends Kenny Larkin and Kevin Saunderson, plus many many more. In 2008 Carl's tireless remix work was recognised at the Grammys where he was nominated for his rework of Junior Boys 'Like A Child'.
Forever an ambassador for his hometown, Carl pays homage to Motor City with his Detroit Love compilations and events, while also spearheading the city's electronic music festival way back at the turn of the Millennium, and also runs his own artist agency - Detroit Premiere Artists.
Carl's creative dedication to black excellence and the championing of its creative leaders has led to a series of educational projects in recent years. His 'All Black Vinyl' instagram series, in which he showcases a record from a black artist each day of February evolved into the 2022 'All Black Digital' partnership with another download site and Quincy Jones' Qwest TV featuring moving conversations with Black artists and a a series of live streams with rising African talent from South Africa's Constitution Hill.
More recently he has taken his outward explorations a step further by working with the prestigious art establishment DIA:Beacon. His immersive installation Party/After Party is the result of five years of development and occupied the huge, warehouse-esque 40,000 square foot basement at the gallery during its 15-month showing. The piece combines a soundscape and programmed lighting effects to engage participants in Carl's interpretation of his experiences on the road while touring; from the club to the after party. After showing at the DIA:Beacon, and now acquired as part of the DIA's permanent collection, Party/After Party looks set to tour the world with esteemed venues such as MOCA LA in 2023 and European Art Museums on the agenda.
2022 saw Carl's prominence in high art and culture furthered through the presentation of the Carl Craig Synthesizer Ensemble at Carnegie Hall's AFROFUTURISM Festival as well as a special set at the 59th Venice Biennale in the cavernous naval complex Tese 98, in celebration of artist Stan Douglas' participation in the Canada Pavilion.
His contribution to global electronic music culture has been vast. Despite widespread critical acclaim and success, he continues to inject his innovative energy into everything he does, establishing a legacy that will stand long after the wheels of his car finally fall off…
As the mastermind behind Planet E Communications, Carl conceived and nurtured a platform that preserves his independence, while also providing a liberating space for a range of international artists over the last 30 years. Carl's open-minded approach has led to the release of releases that dip into hip hop, jazz, funk, and more esoteric electronic compositions, purposely avoiding commercial-sounding music.
As a producer and performer, Carl's history is well documented. Under a variety of aliases - 69, Paperclip People, C2 and many more - he has produced six LPs, the most recent being Versus, with his back catalogue including credits on over 600 remixes for a diverse cross section of electronic music artists, from Depeche Mode and Tori Amos to his friends Kenny Larkin and Kevin Saunderson, plus many many more. In 2008 Carl's tireless remix work was recognised at the Grammys where he was nominated for his rework of Junior Boys 'Like A Child'.
Forever an ambassador for his hometown, Carl pays homage to Motor City with his Detroit Love compilations and events, while also spearheading the city's electronic music festival way back at the turn of the Millennium, and also runs his own artist agency - Detroit Premiere Artists.
Carl's creative dedication to black excellence and the championing of its creative leaders has led to a series of educational projects in recent years. His 'All Black Vinyl' instagram series, in which he showcases a record from a black artist each day of February evolved into the 2022 'All Black Digital' partnership with another download site and Quincy Jones' Qwest TV featuring moving conversations with Black artists and a a series of live streams with rising African talent from South Africa's Constitution Hill.
More recently he has taken his outward explorations a step further by working with the prestigious art establishment DIA:Beacon. His immersive installation Party/After Party is the result of five years of development and occupied the huge, warehouse-esque 40,000 square foot basement at the gallery during its 15-month showing. The piece combines a soundscape and programmed lighting effects to engage participants in Carl's interpretation of his experiences on the road while touring; from the club to the after party. After showing at the DIA:Beacon, and now acquired as part of the DIA's permanent collection, Party/After Party looks set to tour the world with esteemed venues such as MOCA LA in 2023 and European Art Museums on the agenda.
2022 saw Carl's prominence in high art and culture furthered through the presentation of the Carl Craig Synthesizer Ensemble at Carnegie Hall's AFROFUTURISM Festival as well as a special set at the 59th Venice Biennale in the cavernous naval complex Tese 98, in celebration of artist Stan Douglas' participation in the Canada Pavilion.
His contribution to global electronic music culture has been vast. Despite widespread critical acclaim and success, he continues to inject his innovative energy into everything he does, establishing a legacy that will stand long after the wheels of his car finally fall off…
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