Meteor Firefly Net

Released in March 2017, Meteor Firefly Net stands as a significant entry in Buckethead's prolific output, specifically within the vein of his more melodic and atmospheric 'Pike' style releases. While the artist is legendary for his high-speed 'killswitch' techniques and avant-garde metal, this EP focuses almost entirely on clean to mid-gain tones and long-form melodic development. The title track, clocking in at nearly ten minutes, serves as the anchor of the record, showcasing a slow-burn approach to composition that mirrors post-rock structures. Unlike his more chaotic experimental works, this album features a traditional power-trio arrangement (guitar, bass, drums) but uses them to create a space-rock aesthetic. It is often cited by fans as a highlight of his 2017 output for its emotional depth and cohesive 'nocturnal' theme, bridging the gap between his early 'Colma' era sensitivity and his later progressive rock explorations.