“all dolls go to heaven” opens with reversed fragments that feel disorienting at first, like sound pulled backwards through tape. Ambient pads settle underneath, introducing warm, sustained chords that gradually stabilise the mood. From there, the track builds carefully, layering synth textures that increase in density without overwhelming the space.
There is a strong sense of depth in the mix. Tape hiss and choral elements drift in and out, sometimes chopped and blurred, sometimes more clearly defined. The harmonies feel devotional in tone but treated in a way that keeps them grounded in experimentation rather than tradition. As the piece progresses, subtle shifts in energy push it forward, with higher synth lines lifting the arrangement and adding emotional weight.
The track sits at the centre of IOWA, the forthcoming ambient album from OHYUNG, the solo project of Lia Ouyang Rusli. The record reflects Rusli’s time in Iowa City and blends processed choral material, field recordings, and digital textures into a cohesive sonic landscape. On this single, those elements come together in a way that feels immersive and reflective, balancing stillness with quiet intensity.
