The Swedish hard rock newcomers Velveteen Queen are back with an ambitious work: their second album "The Greater Good", which will be released on September 18 via Silver Lining Music. Velveteen Queen is rapidly becoming one of the most exciting young bands in the modern rock scene, channeling the energy, confidence, and anthemic power of classic 80s influences into a laid-back and contemporary sound. The five-member band, which has already shared the stage with Alice Cooper and Judas Priest, has made a name for itself with its explosive live performances, undeniable stage presence, and anthemic rock songs with catchy hooks.
Produced by renowned producer Sören Andersen, this is a record that revives the laid-back style of the glorious days of the Sunset Strip in Sweden, with a healthy dose of old-school Guns N’ Roses and spiritual connections to Aerosmith, Velvet Revolver, and Hanoi Rocks / Michael Monroe. The single and title track "The Greater Good" features piano parts by Peter Keys (Lynyrd Skynyrd) and is accompanied by a larger-than-life video directed by esteemed filmmaker Patric Ullaeus.
You can watch the video here:
"In 'The Greater Good' we confront the deeply rooted lies of our city, question apathy, and call for action amidst the chaos. When the fight for truth fades, where does the 'greater good' lie?" – Velveteen Queen
Velveteen Queen exude energy and enthusiasm and captivate immediately. There’s no question that the influences on Velveteen Queen are unmistakable, but their approach, songwriting, and performance are absolutely refreshing and brimming with positive energy and rebellious attitude. A new generation of young glam rockers is searching for the good, and Velveteen Queen confidently and convincingly delivers exactly what they are looking for. And this concentrated energy, captured on the record, will soon be unleashed on stage: Velveteen Queen are ready to turn every show into an exhilarating rock'n'roll event. Their next live chapter continues in truly grand fashion: on June 27, they will perform alongside rock legends Alice Cooper and Danko Jones in Rättvik.
"The Greater Good" is available on vinyl, CD, in all digital formats, and as D2C.
VELVETEEN QUEEN are:
Samuel Nilsson – Lead Vocals, Keys
Lukas Axx – Guitar
Noah Mårdh – Guitar
Vilmer Fall – Bass
Isac Borg – Drums
