‘Master Control’ was first released as a tape way back in 1988 (how old were you then?) It has now (2005) been re-released by the Stockholm, Sweden label Segerhuva. Thankfully so too, the tape was difficult to find back then, and through this reissue a valuable piece in the history of experimental industrial has been saved. ‘Master Control’ is far from history, however. Listening to ‘Master Control’ today I hear the foundations of experimental industrial-noise. Severe frequencies, insane distortion, menacing vocals, unpredictability; these are all here. Today, these are the backbone of power electronics and harsh industrial. It’s hard to say if trends in art and music go in cycles or if some people are just way ahead of the curve. I would guess the second of these in the case of Blood Ov Thee Christ. Don’t expect a finely polished gem with this album though. ‘Master Control’ is rough around the edges, and everywhere else in-between. Tracks evolve over time, and are not structured in any patterned way, the opening track spans over 45 minutes. If you aren’t fearful of extremes in noise along the lines of Government Alpha or IRM, then ‘Master Control’ should be to your liking. _________________

‘Master Control’ by Blood ov thee Christ has finally seen the light of day thanks to the Segerhuva record label from Sweden. Recorded back between the years 1984 - 87 and first released on the Lilit label it comes with an additional track from 1988 not originally included on the c60 release. As a document of the time it proves that in Sweden there were artists capable of producing vomit inducing extreme music that moved slightly sideways away from Whitehouse and their ilk’s template. ‘Master Control’ is a crazy mad record that has easily stood the test of time. In fact it compares on equal footing to any of the extreme electronic music still being trundled relentlessly out today by those who still think they are the instigators of something unique and different. Without stating the bleeding obvious ‘Master Control’ is as hardcore and downright nasty as anything currently available. The extremities of the sonics hit the sweet spot perfectly. The high piercing frequencies tempered with gurgling rumbles and all out obstinate assaults to the senses sound so vibrant and essential even today. Throw in some samples and you’ve got the nearest thing to extreme electronic nirvana you’ll ever encounter. Essential for noise fanatics or those interested in a historical glimpse of the past.