Formed in Germany in 1969, NEKTAR favored extended compositions and concept albums over the constraints of pop. They were among the leaders of the progressive rock movement of the 1970s as well as the jam-band scene that arose in the late 1990s. Their sound traveled well to the States, where they enjoyed Top 40 success with “A Tab in the Ocean” (1972) and “Remember the Future” (1973). Nearly 20 albums later, the band’s artistic and personal charisma has earned them masses of devoted fans along with their album “The Other Side” (2020) which was Number 1 on Amazon Progressive Music. For over half a century, Nektar has been the guiding star for countless fans, leading them on mesmerizing expeditions through the vast expanses of the cosmos and the depths of the ocean. With their unique fusion of progressive rock and stunning visuals, these trailblazing prog-rock legends have ignited the imaginations of generations.

Nektar’s latest release, Mission To Mars, is the first in a trilogy and the first to feature new drummer, Jay Dittamo, alongside longtime members Ryche Chlanda (guitars, vocals), Kendall Scott (keyboards, synths), Maryann Castello (vocals) and original founding member Derek “Mo” Moore (bass guitar, vocals). Nektar melded those aforementioned traits with the soothing mellowness and adventurous jamming of Camel, the Grateful Dead and Caravan. Nektar’s knack for thought-provoking concepts and entrancing music has rarely wavered and is just as evident on Mission To Mars.

“… Pink Floyd, alongside Hawkwind are typically seen as the top two artists when it comes to fusing prog rock with psychedelia and space rock. While it’s hard to argue against those associations, it’s equally tough to refute that fellow English ensemble Nektar… are close behind them.” – Jordan Blum, Loudwire.com

“The band’s special brand of progressive, psych and blues rock, mixed with their legendary psychedelic-laden visual show during live performances, has been unmatched, even by legendary peers such as Pink Floyd, YES, King Crimson, Emerson Lake & Palmer, and many others who fall into the band’s similar vein.”

“I will start by saying that Mission To Mars has got to be one of the best studio album recordings released by any legacy rockers this year, hands down.” – TONE Scott, Goldmine Magazine

The band has just released a lyric video for the beautiful “I’ll Let You In,” and as Mo and Ryche state:

“This song came to us very quickly and organically. It captures ‘that’ moment when you decide to share with someone your true self. How having the courage to be vulnerable can lead to deeper relationships and bring you closer to your higher power.”

Watch the making of the Mission To Mars vinyl here:

There are a limited number of autographed bundles available while supplies last: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/nektar

Bundle Includes:
• One (1) Nektar “Mission To Mars” CD or LP
• One (1) Nektar “Mission To Mars” 10×10 Signed Print

TRACKLIST:
Mission To Mars
Long Lost Sunday
One Day Hi One Day Lo
I’ll Let You In

For more information, visit:
www.dekoentertainment.com/nektar
https://nektarsmusic.com

Formed in Germany in 1969, Nektar favored extended compositions and concept albums over the constraints of pop. They were among the progenitors of the progressive rock movement of the 1970s as well as the jam-band scene that arose in the late 1990s. Their sound traveled well to the States, where they enjoyed Top 40 success with “A Tab in the Ocean” (1972) and “Remember the Future” (1973). Nearly 20 albums later, the band’s artistic and personal charisma has earned them masses of devoted fans along with their album “The Other Side” (2020) which was Number 1 on Amazon Progressive Music. For over half a century, Nektar has been the guiding star for countless fans, leading them on mesmerizing expeditions through the vast expanses of the cosmos and the depths of the ocean. With their unique fusion of progressive rock and stunning visuals, these trailblazing prog-rock legends have ignited the imaginations of generations.

Now Nektar is back with the first in the Mission to Mars trilogy. Their first to feature new drummer, Jay Dittamo, alongside longtime members Ryche Chlanda (guitars, vocals), Kendall Scott (keyboards, synths), Maryann Castello (vocals) and original founding member Derek “Mo” Moore (bass guitar, vocals). Mission to Mars was released on August 30 th and critics are taking notice.

“…retains the spirit of Nektar’s 70s heyday” – Prog

“Prog rock with fleeting psychedelic and space rock embellishments…it’s great to have them back” – Get Ready To Rock

Watch “Mission To Mars” here:

From the rocking title track “Mission to Mars” to the beautiful “I’ll Let You In,” Nektar covers all the prog rock bases while venturing into some new melodic territories. Now they are set to release Mission To Mars on Limited Edition Purple Swirl Vinyl, and as Mo and Ryche state, “We mastered the Mission to Mars Vinyl separately and made every effort to give you a perfect sound with wider grooves. Because each side is about 16 minutes, we get an awesome spread of music with lots of head room and warmth with a clean bottom end with nice bass and drums, along with silky vocals, strong guitars and keys. The LP also has a very Cool Purple Swirl Vinyl that is just beautiful – looks awesome – fans love it and are already buzzing about it. It’s bound to be the centerpiece of any collection! Hope everyone likes it as much as we do. And stay tuned for parts two and three of the Mission to Mars Trilogy on Deko Entertainment in the near future.”

Watch the making of the Mission To Mars vinyl here:

There are a limited number of autographed bundles available while supplies last: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/nektar

Bundle Includes:
 One (1) Nektar “Mission To Mars” CD or LP
 One (1) Nektar “Mission To Mars” 10×10 Signed Print

TRACKLIST
Mission To Mars
Long Lost Sunday
One Day Hi One Day Lo
I’ll Let You In

For more information, visit:
www.dekoentertainment.com/nektar
https://nektarsmusic.com/