Dylan Carlson (earth)

DYLAN CARLSON

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Frontman and founder member of the influential Seattle based drone band, Earth; Dylan Carlson has recently also embarked on a number of solo ventures exploring both British folk music and human/fairy encounters. Although differing in style from Earth songs, the distinguished drone element of his guitar style can still clearly be heard in his solo appearances as DR. Carlson Albion.

Playing alongside Dylan on these rare UK gigs is drummer and free percussionist, Rogier Small. A split 7 single featuring both of these artists will be available during the tour.

He recently set out to pursue a solo endeavour, up to now he has released a cassette as drcarlsonalbion but there still remains an air of mystery and much anticipation as to what direction this solo musical endeavour will go next.

Carlson was born in Seattle, Washington, United States. His father worked for the Department of Defense, and, as a result, as a child he moved quite frequently, living in Philadelphia, Texas, New Mexico, and New Jersey, before coming back to live in Washington state.

He had first become interested in being a rock musician at age 15, inspired by bands such as Molly Hatchet, AC/DC, and Black Sabbath. He also cites The Melvins, and composers La Monte Young and Terry Riley as major influences on his music.

It was in Olympia, Washington that he met Slim Moon, Greg Babior, Dave Harwell and Joe Preston, with whom he would later form Earth.

During this time, he would often make "sonic collages" with his then roommate Kurt Cobain.

From 1991 to 1996, Earth had an ever-changing lineup.