Once On This Planet is a contemplative and atmospheric instrumental album that invites the listener on a reflective sonic journey. The collection weaves a tapestry of delicate melodies and evocative textures, spanning short, evocative pieces that blend ambient soundscapes with elements of cinematic and neo‑classical composition. Tracks such as “Once On This Planet,” “Stay On The Earth,” and “Again in Search of Freedom” create a sense of introspection and emotional resonance, while “The Light of the Distant Star” and “Sea, You and I” offer moments of serene beauty and lyrical contemplation.

The album’s pacing and musical language suggest themes of exploration, connection, and inner discovery. With concise tracks that balance melodic clarity and atmospheric depth, Once On This Planet is suitable for listeners seeking immersive, thoughtful music that transcends traditional genre boundaries and evokes space, memory, and emotional nuance.

Elena Kole is the artistic name of the composer and interpreter of her own works, Elena Kolesnikova Sheglova. In her own words, “Once On This Planet is a poetic reflection on the beauty of our planet and the importance of our unity in the face of the future.”

Elena Kole has garnered a massive and loyal following in the streaming world, with more than 50 million streams to date, across all major streaming services. Once On This Planet is her seventh album with Prima Classic.