Artist: TESLA
Album: INTO THE NOW (CD)

Release date: 2004
Media type: CD

Unfairly labeled a hair-metal band, Tesla was always closer to the spirit of vintage 1970s hard rock. When the group released 1994's BUST A NUT, grunge rock was in full swing, and the Sacramento quintet subsequently took their curtain call, keeping busy with low-profile side projects. Testing the waters in 2000, Tesla launched a successful reunion tour, proving the band's enduring appeal. INTO THE NOW stands as their first full-length studio effort in 10 years.

The core of Tesla's sound has been updated with a fresh and contemporary flavor, but it's still very much their own. Jeff Keith's voice retains its heartfelt grit and grease, while guitarists Frank Hannon and Tommy Skeotch have noticeably absorbed some nu-metal influences in the band's downtime. Downtuned, post-grunge riffs drive tracks such as "Miles Away," "Mighty Mouse," and the aptly named title track. Still, Tesla are truly in their element when they tap into the vibe that's endeared them to legions of fans, best evidenced in future classics "Caught Up In A Dream" and "What A Shame."

Recorded at Frank Hannon Productions Studio, Pollock Pines, California.

TRACKLIST:

1. Into the Now
2. Look @ Me
3. What a Shame
4. Heaven Nine Eleven
5. Words Can't Explain
6. Caught in a Dream
7. Miles Away
8. Mighty Mouse
9. Got No Glory
10. Come to Me
11. Recognize
12. Only You

LINE-UP:

Jeff Keith (vocals)
Frank Harmon (acoustic & electric guitars, keyboards, background vocals)
Tommy Skeoch (electric guitar)
Brian Wheat (bass)
Troy Luccketta (drums, percussion)