On the face of it, it is pretty naive to think that we are alone in the universe. Somewhere in the vast cosmos, the odds are in favor of intelligent life beyond Earth. The question is, have we ever been visited by extraterrestrials? For many, the answer is yes. For those that believe, peculiar lights in the night’s sky are universal beacons that signal their existence. But, what if this aerial phenomenon is about more than finding ET?
Alternative rock band Transmissions have landed with their debut single, “Light The Sky.” We make first contact with the band’s upcoming debut album, “The Kon-Tiki Project,” and find a stargazing, atmospheric tune. Setting the ethereal stage, an electro pop style joins with the folk foundation. Together, they become intertwined and form a tranquil singularity. In total, you are greeted by the serenity of night and gaze into the inky void in search of the slightest, twinkling oddity to pass by overhead.
“What is that light in the sky?” lead singer Joshua Joyner asks in an astonished manner. Staring up at a weird light in the sky, he is captive to the moment. Transfixed on this phenomenon, Joyner’s sense of hearing relays that the “only noise the light gave was silence.” Whatever this is, right down to the decibel, it comes in peace.
Beyond amazement, there is a kinship formed with this phenomenon. Joyner pleads with whom or what is in control of the light to “show yourself to the world.” Apparently, he is the only witness and wants to share this experience with everyone. However, Joyner eventually sees this as his moment to be whisked away, asking the light to “take me away.”
All of the wonder of “Light Sky” boils down to wanting more than a fluke encounter. Taking everything into account, it is about wanting to be part of something greater than yourself. To not feel alone in what could be a transcendent moment. With fantastic aplomb, Transmissions portray all of this with an artful melody and thought provoking vocals.
Written by Travis Boyer
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