The Good Earth
Manfred Mann's Earth Band · 1974
49 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
A lush tapestry of progressive rock that weaves together ecological themes with rich melodies and thoughtful arrangements.
The Good Earth is an album by Manfred Mann's Earth Band, released in 1974. A lush tapestry of progressive rock that weaves together ecological themes with rich melodies and thoughtful arrangements. 'The Good Earth' is notable for its thematic focus on ecology and nature, which resonated with the growing environmental consciousness of the era. The album received positive critical reception and helped further establish Manfred Mann's Earth Band as a significant player in the progressive rock scene of the 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Good Earth sound like?
A lush tapestry of progressive rock that weaves together ecological themes with rich melodies and thoughtful arrangements. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes The Good Earth by Manfred Mann's Earth Band notable?
'The Good Earth' is notable for its thematic focus on ecology and nature, which resonated with the growing environmental consciousness of the era. The album received positive critical reception and helped further establish Manfred Mann's Earth Band as a significant player in the progressive rock scene of the 1970s. Released on October 11, 1974, 'The Good Earth' was Manfred Mann's Earth Band's fourth studio album, following their successful breakthrough with 'Solar Fire' in 1973. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the progressive rock genre, exploring more ambitious lyrical content that addressed social and environmental issues.
How many songs are on The Good Earth?
The Good Earth has 10 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Give Me the Good Earth Standout 8:31
- 2 Launching Place Standout 5:52
- 3 I'll Be Gone 3:42
- 4 Earth Hymn Standout 6:19
- 5 Sky High 5:15
- 6 Be Not Too Hard 4:12
- 7 Earth Hymn, Part 2 4:18
- 8 Be Not Too Hard (single edit) 3:39
- 9 I'll Be Gone (single edit) 3:28
- 10 Earth Hymn, Part 2a (single edit) 4:13
Release Date
October 11, 1974
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
49 min 34 sec
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