Earth
Neil Young · 2016
97 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
A sonic exploration blending environmental themes with raw rock energy and poignant reflections on humanity's relationship with nature.
Why this album works
- Best for
- gradual build to extended climax poignant reflections on nature immersive sonic exploration experience
- Context
- Released in 2016, 'Earth' followed Neil Young's 2015 album 'The Monsanto Years', continuing his collaboration with Promise of the Real. This album showcases Young's ongoing commitment to environmental issues at a time when he was increasingly vocal about political and social concerns. It reflects a period of artistic rejuvenation, where Young utilized both classic and contemporary influences.
- If you like
- alternative rock, blues, folk rock
Earth is an album by Neil Young, released in 2016. A sonic exploration blending environmental themes with raw rock energy and poignant reflections on humanity's relationship with nature. 'Earth' is significant for its explicit environmental messages, addressing corporate agriculture and climate change. Although it received mixed reviews, it sparked discussions about the role of artists in activism and debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200, reinforcing Young's enduring relevance in music and advocacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Earth sound like?
A sonic exploration blending environmental themes with raw rock energy and poignant reflections on humanity's relationship with nature. Rooted in alternative rock and blues.
What makes Earth by Neil Young notable?
'Earth' is significant for its explicit environmental messages, addressing corporate agriculture and climate change. Although it received mixed reviews, it sparked discussions about the role of artists in activism and debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200, reinforcing Young's enduring relevance in music and advocacy. Released in 2016, 'Earth' followed Neil Young's 2015 album 'The Monsanto Years', continuing his collaboration with Promise of the Real. This album showcases Young's ongoing commitment to environmental issues at a time when he was increasingly vocal about political and social concerns. It reflects a period of artistic rejuvenation, where Young utilized both classic and contemporary influences.
Who is Earth for?
Earth works well if you're into gradual build to extended climax, poignant reflections on nature and immersive sonic exploration experience.
How many songs are on Earth?
Earth has 13 tracks, running approximately 97 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Mother Earth Standout 5:40
- 2 Seed Justice 3:58
- 3 My Country Home 6:02
- 4 The Monsanto Years Standout 8:20
- 5 Western Hero 4:03
- 6 Vampire Blues 5:55
- 7 Hippie Dream 5:54
- 8 After The Gold Rush 4:09
- 9 Human Highway 4:11
Disc 2
- 1 Big Box Standout 9:20
- 2 People Want To Hear About Love 5:20
- 3 Wolf Moon 6:30
- 4 Love And Only Love 28:04
Release Date
June 17, 2016
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
97 min 26 sec
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