Description
The Feelies- The Good Earth – Vinyl Record
Released in 1986, The Good Earth is the second studio album by The Feelies, marking a significant return after their critically acclaimed debut, Crazy Rhythms (1980). The album saw the band adopting a warmer, more organic sound, moving away from the nervy, angular post-punk of their debut and embracing a laid-back, pastoral jangle rock style. Co-produced by Glenn Mercer and Bill Million alongside R.E.M.’s Peter Buck, The Good Earth reflects a shift toward a more fluid, hypnotic approach, characterized by gentle, interlocking guitar textures, steady rhythms, and hushed, understated vocals. Unlike Crazy Rhythms, which was tightly wound and jittery, The Good Earth evokes a sense of meditative calm, drawing inspiration from 1960s folk rock, The Velvet Underground’s quieter moments, and the growing influence of R.E.M.’s jangly aesthetic.
The album’s atmospheric, layered guitars and repetitive, trance-like structures create a mood that feels both introspective and expansive. Songs like “On the Roof” and “Slipping (Into Something)” build gradually, with their hypnotic progressions unfolding in waves, while “Let’s Go” and “When Company Comes” maintain a breezy, effortless momentum. There’s a subtle tension beneath the surface, as if the songs are holding back from boiling over, making the occasional surges in energy—such as the climactic moments in “Slipping (Into Something)”—all the more cathartic. The interplay between Mercer and Million’s jangling, interwoven guitars is the heart of the album, creating a textured, immersive listening experience that would go on to influence bands like Yo La Tengo and Luna.
While The Good Earth didn’t make a huge commercial impact, it became a cult favorite, particularly among fans of college rock and early indie rock. The album’s organic, restrained beauty and hypnotic guitar work helped solidify The Feelies as an essential bridge between post-punk and the burgeoning alternative rock movement of the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. It remains a deeply rewarding listen, perfect for those who appreciate music that is subtle, textured, and rich in atmosphere.
Includes download-coupon for download of album- and bonus tracks in WAV- or MP3/320kbps-format.
Brand new, never played and still in the factory seal
Track Listing
On The Roof
The High Road
The Last Roundup
Slipping (Into Something)
When Company Comes
Let’s Go
Two Rooms
The Good Earth
Tomorrow Today
Slow Down
