The Good Earth

Manfred Mann’s Earth Band

The Good Earth

RELEASED: October 11, 1974
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Give Me the Good Earth 8:32 2. Launching Place 5:51 3. I'll Be Gone 3:40 4. Earth Hymn 6:21 5. Sky High 5:17 6. Be Not Too Hard 4:14 7. Earth Hymn, Part 2 4:15
Historical Archive
The Good Earth is the sixth studio album by Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, released in 1978. The album showcases the band's distinctive blend of progressive rock, pop, and art rock, characterized by rich synthesizer arrangements and thoughtful lyrics. Thematically, it explores ecological and societal issues, reflecting the growing environmental consciousness of the late 1970s. The album includes standout tracks like 'Davy's on the Road Again' and 'The Mighty Quinn', which exemplify the band's ability to fuse catchy melodies with deeper messages. Over the years, The Good Earth has been recognized for its ambitious sound and remains a notable entry in the band's discography, reflecting their evolution and impact on the rock genre.