The final album in Axelrod's trilogy for Capitol, "Earth Rot" is a grim, apocalyptic funk-rock statement that directly addresses environmental collapse. It was one of the first concept albums to focus on ecological themes.
- The album features the same musicians as the previous album "Songs of Experience," including members of The Electric Prunes.
- "Earth Rot" was the last album David Axelrod released on Capitol Records.
- The album was reissued on CD in 2001 by Now-Again Records, bringing it to a new audience.
David Axelrod was an American producer, composer, and arranger, best known for his influential work in the jazz, soul, and funk genres. At the time of "Earth Rot," Axelrod was deep into his exploratory period with Capitol Records, having already released several ambitious concept albums.
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