Klaus Layer (previously known as Captain Crook)
Klaus Layer, pka Captain Crook, was always interested in eastern German art and music, but it was the fall of the
Berlin Wall that truly opened up new opportunities for him to explore a wider range of art and foreign cultures. Klaus was born in Oranienburg, Germany, and while his
preference for 90's hip-hop music and the influence of a local graffiti
scene can be seen and heard in his work, he has his own distinct
identity as a creator. Klaus cites artists like Michael Hamel,
Günther Fischer, Can, Pete Rock, Damu the Fudgemunk and Lord Finesse as
sources of inspiration, just as much as he does the Surrealist style of
art as well as the audio & visuals found in old movies from the 50s-70s. All
of Layer's different influences, along with some
non-traditional sampling resources have somehow been morphed together via
his instrument of choice, a sampler, into a unique style of instrumental music full
of rich layers, including all sorts of percussive and melodic patterns. If you know what Redef stands for and the stature of the artists on our roster, than you already know what to expect; Quality.
Stay tuned for more info, audio and of course, RECORDS from Klaus Layer & Redefinition Records.
