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Leæther Strip Celebrates Musical Influences on New Covers Collection Æppreciation IX

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Claus Larsen returns with the ninth installment of his long-running tribute series, honoring queer and queer-friendly artists who helped shape his musical journey.

Industrial and EBM pioneer Leæther Strip has released Æppreciation IX, the latest chapter in Claus Larsen’s acclaimed covers series. Available now, the album continues a tradition that began in 2014, reimagining influential songs through Leæther Strip’s unmistakable blend of dark electronics, emotional intensity, and powerful production.

A Tribute to Artists Who Inspired a Generation

Unlike previous entries in the series, Æppreciation IX carries a deeply personal theme. Larsen has dedicated this installment to his favorite queer and queer-friendly artists, offering fresh interpretations of songs that have left a lasting impact on both his life and career.

The collection spans a wide spectrum of alternative and electronic music, featuring new versions of songs originally performed by artists including Peaches, Throbbing Gristle, Bronski Beat, Psychic TV, Chris & Cosey, and others. Rather than simply recreating familiar material, Larsen reshapes each track through the dark electro-industrial lens that has defined Leæther Strip for nearly four decades.

Since launching the Æppreciation series over a decade ago, Claus Larsen has used each volume to pay homage to the artists who helped shape the underground electronic scene. What began as a passion project has evolved into one of Leæther Strip’s most beloved companion series, allowing listeners to hear classic songs transformed through Larsen’s signature programming, commanding vocals, and cinematic production style.

Released on Cleopatra Records, Æppreciation IX is available digitally, on CD, and on a limited black-and-red splatter vinyl edition for collectors.

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With Æppreciation IX, Claus Larsen once again demonstrates that a great cover does more than recreate a song—it reveals new emotion, new perspective, and new life within music that inspired generations of listeners before it.

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Leaether Strip Delivers New Album Æppreciation VIII

The legendary Danish electro-industrial artist Claus Larsen, better known as Leaether Strip, has released a new album, Æppreciation VIII. Available today via Cleopatra Records, this is the latest installment in Larsen’s ongoing series of tribute albums. This edition shines a dark, pulsating spotlight on iconic tracks by female-led artists, offering an industrial-tinged reimagining of each song.

The album features covers of well-known tracks from artists like Garbage and Robyn, reimagined with Leaether Strip’s signature grit and emotional intensity.

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🔗 Leaether Strip’s Electrifying “Thank You America” (Cabaret Voltaire Cover) Finally Unleashed! Plug In Here! 🎧🖤

The legendary Claus Larsen, the mastermind behind the iconic industrial project Leaether Strip, has just dropped a potent and long-shelved cover of Cabaret Voltaire’s seminal track, “Thank You America”! This electrifying rendition is now available for your listening pleasure, directly from the source.

In a candid message to fans, Claus explained the track’s delayed release: “Dear Friends! I recorded this Cabaret Voltaire cover a few years ago, but ‘some’ label people thought it would be a bad idea to release. Oh well, you all know I love America and playing there and music that isn´t listened to is nonexistent, and we can´t have that. Thank you Cabaret Voltaire for making me become a better songwriter! If you are offended, just don´t listen, it’s very easy 🙂 Thank You America! Love Claus.” This personal note underscores Claus’s passion for both the original track and his connection with his American fanbase.

Leaether Strip’s take on Cabaret Voltaire’s “Thank You America” promises to be a powerful fusion of classic industrial grit and Claus Larsen’s signature sonic intensity. Known for his raw vocals, hard-hitting beats, and often politically charged lyrics, Leaether Strip is likely to inject this cover with a contemporary edge while honoring the groundbreaking spirit of the original. Cabaret Voltaire, pioneers of industrial and electronic music, released “Thank You America” in 1981, a track known for its stark soundscapes and critical commentary. Leaether Strip revisiting this influential piece is a significant nod to the genre’s roots.

For longtime fans of both Leaether Strip and Cabaret Voltaire, this release is a must-hear. It’s a unique opportunity to witness a legendary industrial artist paying homage to another pivotal force in electronic music history. Claus’s personal investment in the track and his dedication to his audience make this release all the more compelling.

Don’t let this powerful cover remain nonexistent! Plug in, turn up the volume, and experience Leaether Strip’s electrifying “Thank You America.”

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🦾 KLUTÆ (Klute) Returns with New Album “Godsent” — Out May 2nd 💀

The wait is over! Electro-industrial provocateur KLUTÆ (aka Klute, the infamous side-project of Leæther Strip’s Claus Larsen) is back with a brand-new full-length Godsent, set to drop May 2nd.

Dark, pounding, and unapologetically confrontational, Godsent delivers another round of KLUTÆ’s signature fusion of distorted aggression, thundering beats, and anti-authoritarian fire. Expect brutal club energy, sarcastic sermonizing, and enough voltage to short-circuit your psyche.

Pre-order now to lock in the limited edition CD or grab the digital version directly from the source.

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