Russell Garcia And His Orchestra – Fantastica - Music From Outer Space
Russell Garcia And His Orchestra – Fantastica - Music From Outer Space
Russell Garcia And His Orchestra – Fantastica: Music From Outer Space
A wonderfully imaginative slice of mid-century space-age exotica, Fantastica: Music From Outer Space sees Russell Garcia crafting a vivid sonic journey through the cosmos. Originally released in the late 1950s, the album blends orchestral arrangements with experimental textures to evoke the mystery and wonder of outer space during the dawn of the space age.
Each track paints a playful, cinematic scene - from the dramatic “Nova (Exploding Star)” to the quirky “Goofy Peepl Of Phobos” - combining lush strings, unusual percussion, and forward-thinking studio techniques. The result is both whimsical and atmospheric, capturing a time when science fiction and music collided in bold, creative ways.
A cult favourite among collectors, Fantastica stands as a unique fusion of orchestral pop, early electronic experimentation, and sci-fi storytelling - perfect for fans of vintage soundtracks and retro-futurist soundscapes.
Tracklist:
Into Space
Nova (Exploding Star)
Lost Souls Of Saturn
Monsters Of Jupiter
Water Creatures Of Astra
Venus
Red Sand Of Mars
Goofy Peepl Of Phobos
Volcanoes Of Mercury
Birth Of A Planet
Frozen Neptune
Moon Rise
Record Details
| Label | Liberty Records |
| Catalogue Number | LST 7005 |
| Year of Release | 1959 |
| Country of Pressing | US |
| Speed | 33 RPM |
| Decade | 1950's |
| Media Condition | VG+ |
| Sleeve Condition | VG+ |
| Format Notes | Vinyl LP |
Details
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