Robert Bloch - Gravely Robert Bloch

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Review by tien hoang

Gravely Robert Bloch: A Trip Through Spooky Vibes and Weird Beats Alright, buckle up folks—this one’s a wild ride. If you’ve never heard of Gravely Robert Bloch, don’t sweat it; I hadn’t either until recently. Released in 1976 by Alternate World Recordings (cool name, right?), this album is like that oddball uncle who shows up at family reunions with stories weirder than your wildest dreams. And yeah, before we go any further, let me just say: this ain’t your typical music album. Nope. It falls under “Non-Music,” which kinda makes sense once you dive into its spooky, surreal vibe. First off, major props to Gahan Wilson for the cover art—it's got that eerie cartoonish flair that screams "I’m here to mess with your brain." You can tell someone put thought into how this thing looks, setting the tone perfectly for what’s inside. Now, onto the tracks. There are two that really stuck with me: That Hell Bound Train and Enoch. Let’s break ‘em down. "That Hell Bound Train" This track feels like stepping aboard an old locomotive straight outta some twisted nightmare. The soundscapes? Creepy as heck. Imagine creaky train wheels grinding against rusty tracks while ghostly whispers echo through the speakers. It’s not so much about catchy hooks or melodies—it’s more like a mood piece designed to crawl under your skin. What sticks with me most is the storytelling vibe. It’s like listening to a campfire tale where every word dripped with dread makes you lean closer, even though you know something bad’s gonna happen. Classic spooky stuff. "Enoch" Oh man, Enoch hits different. This one’s darker, heavier, almost oppressive in its atmosphere. It’s less train ride, more haunted cathedral vibes. Think deep organ rumbles mixed with distant chants and unsettling silences that stretch juuust long enough to make you uneasy. For whatever reason, this track reminds me of those nights when you’re lying awake thinking about life—and suddenly everything seems way too big and mysterious. Not saying it’s pleasant, but it sure sticks with ya. What’s wild about these tracks—and the whole album—is that they don’t rely on traditional music structures. Instead, they create worlds. Worlds full of shadows, whispers, and things lurking just beyond sight. It’s experimental, sure, but also oddly captivating if you’re into that kind of thing. So why does Gravely Robert Bloch matter today? Well, here’s the kicker—it doesn’t… and yet it kinda does. In a world obsessed with playlists and TikTok hits, this album stands out because it refuses to fit neatly into any box. Yeah, it’s weird. Yeah, it might not be everyone’s cuppa tea. But isn’t there something beautiful about art that dares to be strange? Final thought? Listening to this album felt like flipping through an old dusty book found in a forgotten corner of a library. And honestly? That’s pretty damn cool. Now excuse me while I go listen to That Hell Bound Train again—it’s calling my name, and I think I hear footsteps behind me…

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Enoch
That Hell Bound Train

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AWR 3210

Labels

Alternate World Recordings

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Formats

  • Vinyl
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Credits

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CoverGahan Wilson

Notes

Read by the author, Robert Bloch

About Robert Bloch

(April 5, 1917  September 23, 1994) was an American fiction writer, primarily of crime, horror, fantasy and science fiction, from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is best known as the writer of Psycho, the basis for the film of the same name by Alfred Hitchcock. His fondness for a pun is evident in the titles of his story collections such as Tales in a Jugular Vein, Such Stuff as Screams Are Made Of and Out of the Mouths of Graves.

Real Name

    • Robert Albert Bloch

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: In 1976, an album called *Gravely Robert Bloch* came out in the US. It wasn’t your typical music record—it fell under the "Non-Music" genre. The album was released by Alternate World Recordings and featured tracks like *That Hell Bound Train* and *Enoch*. Oh, and get this—the cover art was done by Gahan Wilson, a legendary cartoonist known for his quirky, macabre style. Definitely a unique piece of work!