Planet Earth Rock and Roll Orchestra
Paul Kantner · 1983
40 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock
A cosmic blend of psychedelic rock and philosophical musings, echoing the spirit of communal consciousness and rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Planet Earth Rock and Roll Orchestra — The title track encapsulates the album's ethos, merging anthemic melodies with a call for global unity, embodying Kantner's vision of a harmonious world.
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(She Is a) Telepath — This track features intricate harmonies and lyrics that explore themes of connection and understanding beyond physical boundaries, showcasing Kantner's lyrical depth.
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Declaration of Independence — A short yet impactful piece, it delivers a powerful message about self-determination and freedom, echoing the political undercurrents of the early '80s.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cosmic explorations of consciousness
- playful, irreverent lyrical themes
- short tracks for varied moods
- vibrant energy for group listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, linear narratives
- want heavy, polished production
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A later, less widely recognized return to Kantner's cosmic rock and socially minded songwriting.
- Career context
- Released in 1983, Planet Earth Rock and Roll Orchestra marked Paul Kantner's return to music after the breakup of Jefferson Starship. This album followed his earlier work in the '70s, which had established him as a key figure in the San Francisco rock scene. By this time, Kantner was exploring themes of unity and environmental consciousness, reflecting both personal and societal changes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jefferson Airplane· David Crosby· The Byrds
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Planet Earth Rock and Roll Orchestra 4:12
- 2 (She Is a) Telepath 2:52
- 3 Circle of Fire 3:56
- 4 Mount Shasta 2:45
- 5 Lilith's Song 6:50
- 6 Transubstantiation Part I Esperanto 1:28
- 7 Transubstantiation Part II Science Friction 2:04
- 8 The Mountain Song 5:02
- 9 Declaration of Independence 1:38
- 10 Underground (The Laboratories) 2:15
- 11 The Sky Is No Limit 2:51
- 12 Let's Go 5:06
What to play next
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