Ready for take-off?
Drums, bass and a vintage crunch guitar lift this ship off the ground.
At the core of TAKE OFF TO NOVA‘s sound and implemented live is the trio formation. In the studio the band expands and embellishes around rhythm section and guitar. Live, the line-up naturally leaves space, giving the musicians the opportunity to play out.
TAKE OFF TO NOVA stand in the tradition of the so-called power trios of the 1960s, like Jimi Hendrix’s Experience, Band Of Gypsys, Cream as well as the later Rush and The Police.
The band celebrates the idiom, but never aims at writing typical genre-songs.
TAKE OFF TO NOVA‘s music has many facets.
Guitar riffs stand in contrast to pop melodies with an inherent eighties playfulness and coolness. While rock can easily grow stiff with power, the band’s music stays light-footed. TAKE OFF TO NOVA are restless, yearning for Utopia.
Are you ready for take-off?
Cologne-based
...but willing to travel.
If you would like to see us playing live, don't hesitate to get in touch!
The Nature of Things
"In a world in turmoil, as long as the music plays, we are all right."
In their newest Album “The Nature Of Things”, TAKE OFF TO NOVA build upon the timeless foundation of classic rock riffs, expanding their sound with elements of jazz, pop, and progressive music.
Lead vocalist and guitarist Roger Barrach takes the helm, addressing themes of female empowerment (“Racer”), political commentary (“Mind Bomb”), and the inner battles against one’s own demons (“Gust Of Wind”, “Neon Light Faeries”) through his poignant lyrics.
In it for the music
TO2N since
2015
Roger and André met a long time ago and at some point of their friendship they started working on Roger´s song ideas.
Occasionally they were accompanied by guest musicians that helped with recordings and gigs.
New face behind the bass
Having recorded the Album, The Nature Of Things, Roger and André felt they had a plenty of good songs that needed to be played live. Which was difficult since they didn´t have a permanent band member on the bass.
In 2024 Christiane auditioned and soon after joined TAKE OFF TO NOVA.