CLAUDIO PRC — Self Surrender Deconstructed

Claudio PRC – Self Surrender Deconstructed arrives on Delsin Records as catalogue 167DSR, a 12-inch vinyl that reinterprets the artist’s 2025 album Self Surrender through the lens of a live A/V performance for San Francisco’s Endzeit collective during SF Art Week 2026. The release captures four deconstructed pieces from that show, including two fresh compositions titled “Traces” and “Sanctuary”, and is accompanied by a postcard linking to the full visual set by Subset. Within Delsin Records’ 2026 output, 167DSR follows the “Flow Tide EP” by Artefakt (catalogue 165DSR) and the “Halo LP 2x12” by Answer Code Request (catalogue 166DSR), while sharing its launch date with Vril’s “KRUX LP 2x12” (catalogue 168DSR). The label’s recent focus on experimental drone and ambient works situates this record as a continuation of its curatorial thread, offering a deeper, live-room perspective on a previously studio-bound album. Side A opens with “Traces”, a new piece that unfolds as a meditative soundscape, setting a contemplative mood that segues into “Subversive (Deconstructed)”. The latter reworks a track from the original album, stripping it back to its core drones and extending its ambience for late-night mixing. Closing Side A, “Ebony Feathers (Deconstructed)”, further deconstructs its source material, maintaining the record’s overarching sense of spaciousness while providing a subtle shift in texture that prepares the listener for the B-side. Side B begins with “Sanctuary”, the second new composition, which offers a slightly more luminous tonal palette while preserving the album’s deep drone aesthetic. Its placement after the two deconstructed cuts creates a gentle rise in emotional intensity, making it a useful bridge for DJs transitioning from darker, minimal sets to more expansive ambient passages. For Claudio PRC, this vinyl follows a prolific 2026 year that saw “Syklit” on label 012, “Coalescence” on The Third Room, and a split series on Technokunst Records, as well as the original “Self Surrender LP 2x12” on Delsin Records (catalogue DSR161). The deconstructed release demonstrates how the artist continues to explore the boundaries of drone, translating live performance concepts back onto vinyl. In the current underground scene, where immersive live visuals and extended ambient journeys are gaining traction, “Self Surrender Deconstructed” provides a tangible document of that practice. Its focus on deep, evolving textures makes it a compelling addition for collectors interested in the intersection of sound and visual art, and for DJs curating immersive, late-hour sets that demand sustained atmosphere. From a practical standpoint, the 12-inch format offers ample groove space for the subtle dynamics inherent in drone music, ensuring the nuances of the live reinterpretation translate faithfully to the turntable. The inclusion of a postcard with a link to the full performance adds a multimedia dimension that appeals to both audiophiles and visual enthusiasts. Claudio PRC – Self Surrender Deconstructed, Delsin Records, catalogue 167DSR, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Claudio PRC – 1: Traces A2. Claudio PRC – 2: Subversive (Deconstructed) A3. Claudio PRC – 3: Ebony Feathers (Deconstructed) A4. Claudio PRC – 4: Sanctuary