Church Of Hed - Rivers Of Asphalt

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Review by Mitchell Evans

Rivers of Asphalt by Church of Hed: A Sonic Road Trip You Didn’t Know You Needed Alright, let’s talk about Rivers of Asphalt. This album came out in 2010 from the US-based band Church of Hed, released under Eternity's Jest Records. It’s one of those records that kinda sneaks up on you—part rock, part electronic, with a whole lot of ambient and experimental vibes sprinkled in. Oh, and don’t forget the space rock undertones—it feels like floating through some cosmic desert highway at times. The tracklist is basically an ode to Americana landscapes and forgotten roadside spots. Tracks like “Painted Desert And Mountain Sky” and “Blue Whales Over Oklahoma” are standouts for me because they just hit different. Like, who even thinks to put whales over Oklahoma? That’s next-level creativity right there. Take “Painted Desert And Mountain Sky,” for example. The song starts off all moody and atmospheric, like you’re standing alone in the middle of nowhere watching the sunset bleed into the horizon. Then it builds into this swirling mix of guitars and synths that feels both alien and oddly familiar. I dunno, maybe it reminds me of road trips where you zone out staring at endless stretches of land. Either way, it sticks with you. And then there’s “Blue Whales Over Oklahoma.” What can I say? It’s weirdly beautiful. The track has this dreamy, almost underwater vibe (get it?) but still manages to feel grounded somehow. It’s like imagining something impossible yet totally believable while listening. Plus, it’s got these subtle layers of sound that make you wanna crank your headphones up just to catch every detail. Honestly, it’s tracks like these that remind me why experimental music rules—it doesn’t follow any rules. But here’s the thing about Rivers of Asphalt: it’s not perfect. Some songs blend together after a while, especially if you’re not paying full attention. But isn’t that kind of the point? It’s less about individual hits and more about creating this immersive experience. Listening to it feels like flipping through old postcards or scrolling through faded Instagram filters of places you’ve never been. One random thought though—if this album were a car, it’d be one of those beat-up station wagons with mismatched paint jobs and a killer stereo system. You wouldn’t expect much from it at first glance, but once you hop in, it takes you somewhere unforgettable. So yeah, check out Rivers of Asphalt if you’re into music that makes you think—or if you just need a soundtrack for staring out windows. Just don’t blame me if you start daydreaming about deserts and whales flying overhead.

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Artist: Church Of Hed
Album: Rivers Of Asphalt
Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Hooker Cut6:46
Chain Of Rocks
Lucille1:15
Enchanted Mesa6:9
Arroyo Seco2:48
Blue Whales Over Oklahoma1:13
Prairie Lights2:59
The Panhandler2:49
Prairie Vortex2:11
Meramec2:21
Painted Desert And Mountain Sky
Painted Desert and Mountain Sky5:39
Santa Monica Beach4:25
Glenrio2:18
Mojave5:47
Prairie River2:8
Open Road Illinois8:34
Left Turn At Baxter Springs2:26
Coral Court4:0
Arroyo Seco
Chain of Rocks0:48
Skyline1:31

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Catalog Numbers

EJ0066

Labels

Eternity's Jest Records

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album

Notes

a loose concept album about travelling down Route 66.

About Church Of Hed

Progressive, psychedelic electronica and rock project of Paul Williams. Based in Columbus, Ohio.

Members

  • Paul Williams

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Rivers of Asphalt* by Church of Hed is like a musical road trip across America. Released in 2010, it blends rock, electronic, and ambient sounds to create a dreamy, experimental vibe. Each track feels like a stop along the way—whether it’s the desert vibes of "Painted Desert and Mountain Sky" or the ocean breeze of "Santa Monica Beach." It’s not just an album; it’s a journey through landscapes and emotions, all wrapped up in space rock goodness. And fun fact: there are two versions of "Painted Desert and Mountain Sky" and "Chain of Rocks," almost like revisiting your favorite spots on the map.