***With Hell On Earth, MATTHEW SULLIVAN embraces the foggy symbolism of great tribulation. Weaving the streets of Los Angeles, signs pointing to a rapturous date. The album is a dense offering that embraces grit to create a pure ambient recording, nothing less. As a record, it is absolute, sonically blown out and powerful; never background music. Hell On Earth sits in the middle of the room and pulls everything into it. Free from the trappings of the typical minimalistic, droning output many artists serve up, EARN Hell On Earth moves boldly and seems to sweep through an entire city like a strong wind. The melodies, while meditative, are never reserved—they move steadfast with grace. There’s nothing light or sparse in these recordings—they are of substance, rigorous, and fluid. Hell On Earth is a jump in character, a swift change of pace, and an exercise in bending the innate into ominous immersion. Edition of 300 copies on white vinyl, includes a download.
LP $15.50
08/27/2013