Only on Nebula™, do viewers get an unprecedented vantage point to observe the genesis and development of a real band, and also directly participate in the group’s formation.

Scouring the entire United States to find new talent, Nebula™ taps into the resources (songwriters, drummers, bassists, guitarists, keyboardists and vocalists) currently underserved by the typical singer/dancer oriented talent vehicles, who long to be part of a working band. After a simplified online registration process, the contestants’ virtual auditions will be judged by audiences at home! Then a rigorous screening process involving both ordinary viewers - and a panel of industry professionals will together determine the winning participants. The ongoing dramatic hook unfolds each episode as our hopeful stars compete to join the band, build their skills, overcome fears and learn to slay together!

Nebula™ seeks to discover, cultivate, and promote emerging musical talent under the guiding ideal that the most successful groups will always be greater than the sum of their parts. Following that philosophy, the project focuses on the active creation of bands -- introducing the proper elements to spark that ever-elusive chemistry and ignite a reaction to rattle the charts. Too often, talented musicians fail to meet like-minded and equally-skilled peers for reasons of geography or dumb luck. At essence, Nebula™ supplies the ‘helping hand’ once left to fate through which guitarists could find their rhythm section - or songwriters gain their voice.

Although the first season will concern itself with the traditional pop/rock combo, the Nebula™ model is seamlessly adaptable to different genres -  including (but not limited to) hip-hop, electronica, country, metal, roots, and world music. Given the incredible diversity of modern markets and style-mashing trends, the project strives from the outset to appeal to the widest possible demographic in clear acknowledgement of the wide-ranging tastes of current entertainment consumers.

By syncing with social media empowered voting, viewers forge their own emotional investment and buy into each episodes’ underlying nuts-and-bolts decisions that can literally make or break a young band! With the nascent group’s direction quite literally “in their hands”, the audience has little choice but to examine intra-band dynamics and select a participant that seems like the best possible fit. This process presents to the audience an enormous potential for ongoing interest - and continued support of the project above and beyond the personal cachet of an individual talent!

Stage 1: Online Auditions
Online Auditions will create 30 winning contestants for the Main Competition!

Nebula™ offers candidates five possible positions:

• Drummer
• Bassist
• Guitarist
• Vocalist
• Wildcard (keyboardist, guitarist, dj, et...)

Candidates can submit one or more auditions.

• The general public will rate their favorite auditions in each position.
• Winners will be the top six highest rated auditions in each position.
• These 30 winners will move on to the main competition! 

KEY AUDITION INFORMATION:

• Official Call for Entries and Rating is now open. 
• Final Call for Entries closes 90 days after the first 30 submissions have been entered.
• Voting ends 120 days after the first 30 submissions have been entered.
• Audition winners will be announced 10 days after the Rating ends. 

Stage 2: Main Competition

This is the central component of Nebula™ programming.

Presented as a weekly series, the “Main Competition" is designed to generate a 5 piece band!

Filling the drummer’s throne will be first, the bassist will be chosen second, guitarist will be third, the vocalists fourth, and the fifth and final member selected will be a wildcard.

The candidates for each position will compete against one another through a process of elimination (a three-episode cycle for each position) that narrows down the entrants thusly:

• Drummers (6>1)

• Bassists (6>1)

• Guitarists (6>1)

• Vocalists (6>1)

• Wildcard (6>1)

According to the Nebula™ structure, the group shall take shape from the ground upwards, as each winner takes his place with the slowly assembling band. In this manner, the musicians are allowed space to mingle organically - and the choice of subsequent players MUST take into account their suitability in relation to existing members! By series end, the individuals will have meshed into a tight combo who've mastered an original repertoire of songs, and a fanbase which has grown up around the band, will be eagerly awaiting the opportunity to download their debut release - available for purchase during the final episode of the season.

It all starts with the Drummers and Episode One kicks it off...with 6 drummers giving their all for music stardom at
"EastWest Studios" - one of the world’s premier recording facilities!

Voting

The 30 contestants selected during the online auditions phase will be judged upon five separate criteria:

• Professionalism
• Musicianship
• Chemistry
• Presence
• Feel

Under the simplified Nebula™ system, candidates will receive a mark (either Great, Good, Average or Poor) for each of the five assessments from a pair of noted Industry Professionals as well as an aggregate of the public’s response. After all of the votes have been counted - the entrant to earn the highest score in a given position, will be deemed the winner.

Once the initial winners have been selected during the online auditions, the main competition will begin with six drummers competing in a prominent recording studio, guided by legendary recording talent. In episodes 1 through 3, the 6 drummers chosen during the online auditions will perform songs with the aid of a backing band, and, in accordance with the judgment of professionals and the public, the number of applicants for the position will be winnowed to four (for the 2nd program) and then two (for the third) before the winner is crowned.

Thereafter, the newly enshrined drummer will act as the band’s anchor and perform with the next group of contestants: the bassists. This process will be repeated through a total of fifteen episodes until an entire band has been selected.

This completes the band generation segment of the series. The resulting band will be rehearsed by renowned music industry veterans (providing copious B-Roll footage) before the climactic recording sessions & season finale.

Season Finale

Upon the successful culmination of recording sessions for the band's first release, the band plays a record-release show -- with their debut immediately available for purchase through the Nebula™ site and other online outlets -- and begin their nationwide tour!

STEP INTO THE SPOTLIGHT!

Send your name, the role you are auditioning for, a link to your youtube audition video and your email address to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Place your name and the role you are auditioning for to the subject line. For example: My Name - Bassist

We'll create your account, send you a login and add your audition to the list...its as simple as that!

What roles are available?

• Drummer
• Bassist
• Lead Guitarist
• Singer
• Wildcard:
  • Rhythm Guitar
  • Keyboards
  • Horns
  • DJ
  • MC

Registering as a Contestant with Nebula:
Register as a contestant by selecting "SIGNUP!" from the left side menu.
Fill out the form-
1. Name (required)
2, User Name (required)
3. Age (optional)
4. Photo (required)
5. Bio (required)
6. Twitter (optional) 
7. Facebook (optional)
8. Email (required)
9. Password (required)
10. Confirm you have read the rules (required)
11. Confirm you have read the Terms of Use (required)
12. Select "Save" after filling out the form.
13, After selecting "Save" you will receive an email with an activation link...select the activation link to complete registration.
Note: Registering as a contestant is only the first step...you must also submit an audition!

1. Select the next page "number" located at the bottom of the page and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name repeat with the next page "number".
2. Select the "Next" button located at the bottom of the page, and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name, repeat.
3. Select the dropdown indicator that displays "10" and set it to a larger number, and scroll down the page until you see your name.
4. Select the "Filter"  button at the top of the page, then select the "Name" dropdown selector, locate your name and select it.

To locate your contestant profile via mobile:
Select the mobile menu at the top of the page and scroll down until you find the "Contestants" menu...select the "Contestants" menu. Scroll down the page after it loads until you find your name...if you do not see your name on the first page, try one of the following options:

1. Select the next page "number" located at the bottom of the page and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name repeat with the next page "number".
2. Select the "Next" button located at the bottom of the page, and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name, repeat.
3. Select the dropdown indicator that displays "10" and set it to a larger number, and scroll down the page until you see your name.
4. Select the "Filter"  button at the top of the page, then select the "Name" dropdown selector, locate your name and select it.

To locate your audition:
Select "Auditions" from the left side menu. Scroll down the page after it loads until you find your audition...if you do not see your name on the first page, try one of the following options:

1. Select the next page "number" located at the bottom of the page and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name repeat with the next page "number".

2. Select the "Next" button located at the bottom of the page, and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name, repeat.
3. Select the dropdown indicator that displays "10" and set it to a larger number, and scroll down the page until you see your name.
4. Select the "Filter"  button at the top of the page, then select the "Name" dropdown selector, locate your name and select it.

To locate your contestant profile via mobile:
Select the mobile menu at the top of the page and scroll down until you find the "Auditions" menu...select the "Auditions" menu. Scroll down the page after it loads until you find your audition...if you do not see your name on the first page, try one of the following options:

1. Select the next page "number" located at the bottom of the page and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name repeat with the next page "number".
2. Select the "Next" button located at the bottom of the page, and scroll down the page again...if you still do not see your name, repeat.
3. Select the dropdown indicator that displays "10" and set it to a larger number, and scroll down the page until you see your name.
4. Select the "Filter"  button at the top of the page, then select the "Name" dropdown selector, locate your name and select it.

Rating (Voting):
The rating system is located at the bottom of each audition.
Fans must be registered to rate an audition: http://starchamber.tv/nebula-login?view=registration
Fans are able to rate a given audition only once.

Send questions to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Episodes of Nebula's Main Competition will take place at the following world renown recording studios:

AfterMaster Hollywood

Aftermaster Audio Labs operates state-of-the-art recording and mastering facilities in Hollywood, California.
Our facility is located in the heart of Hollywood at the legendary Crossroads Of The World complex on Sunset Blvd., in the former production offices of the legendary director Alfred Hitchcock. The facility comprises seven recording and mastering studios, boardroom, lounge, production rooms and executive offices.

Cherokee

Cherokee Studios was an iconic and renowned recording facility in Hollywood, founded in 1972 and closed in August 2007. Now the esteemed Cherokee brand is returning with a new studio designed by owner, Bruce Robb...scheduled to open 2018.
 

EastWest

EastWest Studios is one of the world’s premier recording facilities. Located in the heart of Hollywood, the studios have given rise to some of the most celebrated music of the last fifty years, from Frank Sinatra to The Rolling Stones, and has produced more Grammy-winning albums than any other studio in the world. Now, this iconic complex has been brought into the 21st century by an astonishing collaboration between EastWest Sounds producer Doug Rogers and internationally renowned designer Philippe Starck.

Plyrz

After years of working at some of the world’s best recording studios, multiple Grammy-winning producer/engineer/mixer Jim Scott opened PLYRZ Studios in Valencia, California in January of 2006. Located just 25 minutes north of Hollywood, PLYRZ features a classic Neve 8048 recording console and rooms full of vintage instruments, outboard gear and microphones. PLYRZ has already hosted the likes of Wilco, Ryan Bingham, Court Yard Hounds, Ron Sexsmith, Grace Potter, Crowded House, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Gary Louris, Kathleen Edwards, Missy Higgins, Los Lobos and many more...

Skip Saylor

SKIP SAYLOR RECORDING COMPANY, INC is a world class recording and mix facility originally located in the hollywood area and now operating in the San Fernando Valley. Founded in 1980, Skip Saylor's is in its 37th year of operation. During this time span, and previous to that when he was an independent engineer working in many of LA’s legendary studios, Saylor has been involved in every aspect of the business of making records. The name Skip Saylor is synonymous with quality and professionalism and his studio well-known as top level facilities where many gold and platinum artist and successful producers come to work on their musical projects.

Sphere LA

From the serene atmosphere to its uniquely designed architecture, this legendary facility has played host to some of music’s biggest artists for the past 20 years.

Beginning its journey in the recording industry in the early 90’s, the studio quickly became the favorite for music’s top bands and artists. From No Doubt to Alanis Morissette and Rage Against the Machine to Christina Aguilera, the halls were filled with some of music’s most iconic artists.

Sunset Sound

The Sunset Sound Recorders complex was created by Walt Disney's Director of Recording, Tutti Camarata, from a collection of old commercial and residential buildings. At the encouragement of Disney himself, Camarata began the project in 1958, starting with a former automotive repair garage whose sloping floor would tend to reduce unwanted sonic standing wave reflections. Soon, the audio for many of Disney's early films was being recorded at the studio, including Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Mary Poppins, and 101 Dalmatians.

Over 200 Gold records have been recorded at Sunset Sound, including Prince's Purple Rain, the Rolling Stones' Exile on Main St., the Beach Boys' Pet Sounds, Linda Ronstadt's Don't Cry Now, part of Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy, Janis Joplin's posthumously-released Pearl, and hit albums for Elton John, Led Zeppelin and Van Halen. In addition, The Doors recorded their first two albums, The Doors and Strange Days, at the studio.