Bent Crayon Records is a unique record store specializing in electronic, experimental, and avant-garde music. It's a hidden gem for those seeking genres like house, trance, drone, ambient, and left-field electronic music. The store houses a curated collection of hard-to-find titles, from iconic techno duos to experimental guitarists and Japanese composers. Bent Crayon primarily features vinyl records but also offers a selection of CDs. While the experimental music section is alphabetized, the rest of the store follows a less conventional organizational system, encouraging customers to dig through its diverse offerings. The knowledgeable owner is passionate about music and can provide insights into the store's unique catalog. Bent Crayon is not for those looking for mainstream music, but it's a rewarding experience for adventurous music lovers.
So glad I stopped in here, what a cool hidden gem for electronic music enthusiasts! If you're looking for rock albums, do not go here. if you're looking for a Deep House, left field, ambient, or experimental electronic record, Go here.
December 2022
Long a CLE institution and an American outpost for record / music lovers and diggers. They simply do not make them like John the owner anymore, one of a kind with the most tasteful knowledge we are lucky to still have access to.
January 2022
John has a consistently stocked and eclectic mix of new releases that will inevitably keep you coming back again and again for more. Awesome shop
