While Nebuleyes' previous CD took an operatic variety of symphonic progressive metal, this time around the band has taken a back to basics approach to their compositions. Songs that by and large have a straightforward nature to them, relatively simplistic in terms of construction and revolving around cyclic theme constructions and repetitive elements. To the point of being borderline heavy metal and power metal at times, depending on the pace and intensity of the instrumentation.
The music isn't without charming qualities however, as Boscher and his compatriots manage to construct hypnotic, pleasant atmospheres with relative ease. And the combination of chugging riffs and dampened piano on one hand and dampened synths and church bells on the other that makes up the most contrasting features of second track Sky makes for a good and intriguing combo.
Final track Nebula is another high point, a multiple themed creation that venture from regular to extreme metal followed by a gentle, dampened symphonic interlude, a formula repeated with minor variations throughout. The use of light toned effects vocals paired off with growls another contrast on this compositions which works quite nicely to maintain nerve and tension.
Existing fans of Nebuleyes will most likely be intrigued by this new EP as well, even if it does mark a shift in stylistic expression. Others curious about this item can easily discover what this is all about, as samples and tracks are widely available on the label website as well as on standalone band websites linked to from there.
My rating: 68/100Track list:
1. Earth
2. Sky
3. Stratosphere
4. Hyperspace
5. Nebula
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