Mother Earth's Plantasia cover

Released 50 years ago

Mother Earth's Plantasia

Mort Garson · 1976

30 min · 10 tracks · electronic

A whimsical blend of electronic melodies orchestrated to nurture the green companions in our lives.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical melodies for plant care
  • steady flow for calm moments
  • for nurturing environments
  • short tracks for light listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy engagement
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Mother Earth's Plantasia' came during Mort Garson's exploration of synthesizer-driven music. At this time, he was already established as a composer for television and film but sought to delve into experimental soundscapes that embraced nature and horticulture, marking a unique niche in his career.
Stylistic neighbors
Leyland Kirby· Moby· The Avalanches

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Plantasia 3:21
  • 2 Symphony for a Spider Plant 2:41
  • 3 Baby’s Tears Blues 3:02
  • 4 Ode to an African Violet 4:01
  • 5 Concerto for Philodendron & Pothos 3:05
  • 6 Rhapsody in Green 3:24
  • 7 Swingin’ Spathiphyllums 2:58
  • 8 You Don’t Have to Walk a Begonia 2:34
  • 9 A Mellow Mood for Maidenhair 2:18
  • 10 Music to Soothe the Savage Snake Plant 3:19

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