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The Orange Velvets
The Orange Velvets formed in Manchester in the late 1990s with Alex James on vocals and guitar, Dave Richards on bass, and Paul Smith on drums. They started...
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The Orange Velvets formed in Manchester in the late 1990s with Alex James on vocals and guitar, Dave Richards on bass, and Paul Smith on drums. They started playing local gigs around that time, working through the usual early struggles of a new band. Their debut album came out in 2004, titled after the track "99%." Fiona Walsh joined in 2009, adding keyboards and vocals to their lineup.
That first album, "99%," gave them some recognition. The title song dealt with economic inequality, and the record had a raw, politically conscious feel that connected with listeners. They kept releasing albums every few years after that, including The Long Road in 2007, Rise in 2011, Resistance in 2015, and Evolve in 2019.
Their music often carried social commentary, and their shows sometimes took on a rally-like atmosphere. They were known for being outspoken in their lyrics, which occasionally stirred things up. They stayed active through the 2000s and 2010s, maintaining a steady presence in alternative rock circles without becoming mainstream stars.
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