Morning of the Earth / My Island

Morning of the Earth / My Island is a thematic EP by the German duo Blank & Jones, released in 2018. It serves as a sophisticated tribute to the aesthetic and spiritual legacy of 1970s surf culture, specifically referencing the seminal 1972 surf film 'Morning of the Earth'. Sonically, the release marks a shift from their more polished 'Relax' series toward a 'Balearic Folk' sound. The title track features G. Wayne Thomas, the original composer of the film's soundtrack, bridging the gap between the 70s counter-culture and modern downtempo. The EP is characterized by its heavy use of acoustic instrumentation, particularly finger-picked guitars and hand percussion, processed through warm analog chains to achieve a vintage, tape-saturated feel. Remixes by Stardelay, Cassara, and Coyote provide varying perspectives, ranging from skeletal acoustic versions to deep, hypnotic house grooves that maintain the EP's coastal DNA. It remains a standout in their catalog for its cohesive narrative and organic texture.