Transmission from Mothership Earth
Nebula · 2022
38 min · 8 tracks · psychedelic rock
A cosmic journey through stoner rock, blending heavy riffs with psychedelic overtones and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Transmission From the Mothership — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of exploration and connection, featuring a hypnotic riff that captures the essence of Nebula's cosmic vision.
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Existential Blues — This track stands out for intertwining heavy guitar work with reflective lyrics, creating a compelling contrast that invites listeners to ponder their own existence.
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Warzone Speedwulf — With its driving rhythms and aggressive tone, this track exemplifies the raw energy of Nebula's live performances, making it a high point on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy riffs with psychedelia, creating a cohesive journey while maintaining a mature sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets a consistent stoner rock tone across the first three tracks.
- Tracks feature extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and exploration of psychedelic soundscapes.
- The lyrics often reflect introspective themes, with several songs incorporating repetitive phrases that enhance their hypnotic quality.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cosmic journeys with heavy riffs
- introspective moments of reflection
- pacing that invites deep listening
- short bursts of psychedelic energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- want fast-paced, instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 22, 2022, this album marks Nebula's return after a hiatus following their last studio album in 2016. This release reestablished their presence in the stoner rock genre, showcasing a mature sound while maintaining their signature heavy psychedelic style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fu Manchu· Monster Magnet· Kyuss
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Highwired 4:08
- 2 Transmission From the Mothership 4:08
- 3 Wilted Flowers 5:20
- 4 Melt Your Head 3:56
- 5 Warzone Speedwulf 7:19
- 6 I Got So High 4:47
- 7 Existential Blues 5:21
- 8 The Four Horsemen 3:14
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