Enjoying the vibe of this very much, is very well done, classic 90s indie mixed with smooth 80s new romanticism. :)

big drums  -  love that.  loads of energy in this track.  i like it a lot.

DECEMBER 2022 PART III

Recorded at Cube Studios Perranporth Cornwall.
Mixed at The Cave Par Cornwall
Mastered by John Cornfield in Tywardreath Cornwall

Taken from The Velvet Hands forthcoming 2nd album, scheduled for release in Feb 2023.

4 boys from Cornwall making waves

Press:
“Full of Bolshy Spirit” – NME.   “bolshy, brash garage punk rabble-rousers somewhere between the attitude of early Cribs or Libertines colliding with the death or glory of the Clash” – GodsintheTVZine.   “A satisfying mix of classic punk, rock’n’roll and modern indie magic” – Dork    “we could be witnessing the emergence of another great British band. Jaw droppingly good” – Gigslutz  Plenty more where that comes from!

Radio
Debut album release “Party’s Over” Radio 1 Album of The Week for Huw Stephens. BBC Introducing – massive support, the band have performed a 30 minute live set on BBC Intro South West and have been a BBC Intro Record of the Week nationally. Huge support from Steve Lamacq at 6 Music, band have been interviewed live on the show.
Radio X playlisted. John Kennedy has played every release. The band have performed 2 live sessions on his show. “Every track they've released has been a hit as far as i'm concerned” - John Kennedy.

Live
The band sold out Old Blue Last, The Social and Paper Dress Vintage in London. Old Bakery Studios and Underland in Truro and Falmouth and near sell outs in Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Cardiff. They have supported Liam Gallagher at The Eden Project, Frank Turner, Paul Weller, Yak, Wallows and more. They have toured nationally and have played Boardmasters, Y Not, Truck, Isle of Wight, Leopalooza Festivals. In Sept 2022 they were chosen by Michael Eavis to support Elbow at The Pilton Party.

Social Media
https://www.facebook.com/thevelvethands/ 
https://www.instagram.com/thevelvethands/ 
https://twitter.com/thevelvethands1  
https://www.youtube.com/thevelvethands 
https://www.tiktok.com/@thevelvethands

Telephone Love

Taken from the 10-track album 'The Swiss Army on Matinée Recrdings: https://shop.matineerecordings.com/products/northern-portrait-the-swiss-army

The Swiss Army

Pool Cue Vigilante

Northern Portrait - Pool Cue Vigilante

☄️SURFACE OF THE SUN☄️ IS OUT NOW!!!

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🖤

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Surface of the Sun

Writing + production: Sable
Drums: Mike Monaghan
Guitar: Chris Barker
Mix: Grace Banks
Master: Queer Ear Mastering

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Lyrics:

A picture of Madonna gazing down at her little boy
Even when I was sixteen I knew it was the only thing that would bring me joy
Now the world is hurtling towards some fiery end
I couldn't bear to see my little girl cry so I bury it in a haze of cigarettes

I say I couldn't give up the freedom
I say I want to dance until I die
I say I couldn't give up the freedom
But two steps back I die again
Her face behind my eyes again

I say I couldn't give up the freedom
I say I want to dance until I die
I say I couldn't give up the freedom
But two steps back I die again
Her face behind my eyes again

Two step beat and I'm fine again
Know how to trick my mind with a little foresight
Heart only breaks every now and then
I know I'll be alright if I dance until I die
It's sustainable in a city like Berlin
Where everyone pretends they're 25
(and the nights keep us alive)
Two steps back I die again
Her face creeps back behind my eyes

I say I couldn't give up the freedom
I say I want to dance until I die
I say I couldn't give up the freedom
But two steps back I die again
Her face behind my eyes again

I say I couldn't give up the freedom
I say I want to dance until I die
I say I couldn't give up the freedom
But two steps back I die again
Her face behind my eyes again

I say I couldn't give up the freedom
I say I want to dance until I die
I say I couldn't give up the freedom
But two steps back I die again
Her face behind my eyes again

I say I couldn't give up the freedom
I say I want to dance until I die
I say I couldn't give up the freedom
But two steps back I die again
Her face behind my eyes again

Madonna

Did I play up last night be honest
No gospel tongue when the Bathams hops in
I spoke for an age with a naked sharpness
Though I harp on about who I share my heart with

I'll offer you the world now my hands are tarnished
And part with pride to make peace upon us
But one more jar is the usual promise
Please pardon the demands of a piss artist

You've studied me for years
So why does it take one day for you to understand
And rid my fears
For nothing's worth your tears

Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it
Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it
Don't say you're done, don't say you're done
Cause I'm here for it
Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it

You wanna give me the fruit that she gave to Adam
To grasp the place where I pick my passion
I can't bring myself to trade the pattern
To the hands of the man who steers the wagon

And I'll often foresee it happen
The excitement sparks and it blows the cannon
I'll prove to you who you think I am
As I slur to The Broad Majestic Shannon

Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it
Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it
Don't say you're done, don't say you're done
Cause I'm here for it
Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it

My dear today
Don't turn your face away
My dear today
Don't turn your face away
My dear today
Don't turn your face away
My dear today
Don't turn your face away

Cause you've studied me for years it takes one day for you
To understand and rid my fears
Studied me for years it takes one day for you to understand and rid my fears
Studied me for years it takes one day for you to understand and rid my fears
Studied me for years it takes one day for you to understand my dear

Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it
Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it
Don't say you're done, don't say you're done
Cause I'm here for it
Baby we're alone, we're alone and I'm here for it

My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
My dear
I'm here
I'm here
I'm here
I'm here
My dear

Headshrinkers - My Dear

Goodbye, Asshole

White Claw

Cops on Our Tail

Cops on Our Tail (feat. DíSA)

Juillet

Fire
I’m on fire
And after all this time
I’m still bad
At making up my mind
Are we mad
Or are we out of luck (Feels like I just dreamt you up)

Oh can you lift me up
I’ve been losing touch
With the stars too long

I’m still sad
I feel I’ll be a while
That’s ok
I’ll wait another life
Just to dance
With you another time (Feels like I just dreamt you up)

Oh can you lift me up
I’ve been losing touch
With the stars too long

It feels like I just dreamt you up
It seems like I just dream a lot
It feels like I just dreamt you up
It seems like you don’t dream enough

I'm Still Sad

Woman

Must Be a Woman

Press and media enquiries:
Javier Ballesteros
javier@theaandrdeprtment.com

Mums Favourite - Jellyfish Rain

Dream + Lie

Againiam

Le sol arrive mais j'ai peur de te le dire
Je perds l'équilibre
Puisqu'on va tomber ensemble j'espère que tu vas être folle de moi
Comme je suis fou de
De toi...

Miel de Montagne - Fou de Toi (re disco ver ''Comme Je Suis'' Mad About Her Club reMix) back to 2025

Wishing For The Best

You Can't Know Why

"From the industrial paradise of Ellesmere Port to the vibrant pulse of Liverpool, Oranj Son conjures a rich sonic landscape where guitars and synthesisers collide in ethereal harmony. Kieran Linford's haunting vocals and shimmering guitar melodies float atop Kat Viveiros' deep, resonant bass and evocative vocal harmonies. Ju Massey's piano and harp weave delicate threads of timelessness into the band's wall of sound, while Heather McNulty's nuanced percussion breathes life into every beat. Together, they create immersive soundscapes that drift between introspective calm and soaring intensity, inviting listeners to lose themselves in waves of ecstasy" - Pablo Stradlater (NME, 2025)

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Dream + Lie

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