Record brings artsy music

Californian rock band Nebula has been dazzling people’s minds with their music since ’97, and recently, the band released Transmissions From Mothership Earth. On each track, lead singer and guitarist Eddie Glass fills the air with his killer vocals and guitar riffs. Mark Abshire’s bass guitar shakes the background with heavy noise, and Ruben Romano’s drum playing keeps things together with thunderous drum beats. The whole record screams creativity while Nebula performs wild music.

The title track “Transmissions From Mothership Earth” is a piece that has amazing guitar playing from Glass. Right off the bat, Glass is playing righteous guitar notes welcoming listeners to Nebula’s world, the small guitar solos enhancing the energetic musical vibe. “Transmissions From Mothership Earth” is an example of how Glass is still able to create top-notch guitar playing.

Imaginative track “Melt Your Head” is a dooming composition that brings a feeling of what kind of creativity the band brings to the table. Although the instrumentation is well played, the outer space noises steal the show. In many ways, the spacey elements match the theme of the album as they bring the feeling of being shot by aliens from outer space. “Melt Your Head” displays the unique side of the band.

Catchy “I Got So High” is an interesting song and what makes this tune amusing is Glass’s vocal performance. While listening Glass uses his strong and hazy voice to describe the feeling of joy while being in a happy place.

The closing tune “The Four Horseman” is an entirely different song from the rest due to how there is a strong blend of western and rock music. While listening, the western rhythmic patterns give the feeling of being in a movie while the band performs. Soon enough a dose of rock mixes in with the western vibes. What takes listeners for a ride during “The Four Horseman” is Nebula’s soundscape, giving listeners a chance to feel like they are a part of a historical story. 

Although the outer space sound on most of the tracks might not be a favorite for everyone, Nebula still has vocals and instrumentation that can thrive in the world of music.