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Velvet

Toadies

21 min · 7 tracks · alternative rock

A gritty fusion of alternative rock and post-grunge, layered with raw emotion and sharp lyrical wit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short energetic bursts of emotion
  • playful irreverence with sharp wit
  • focused listening in quick sessions
  • intense tracks with gritty edge

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer immersive experiences
  • seek slow, contemplative tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Velvet' is the follow-up EP to Toadies' acclaimed debut album 'Rubberneck'. At this stage, the band was building on their initial success, particularly following the popularity of their single 'Possum Kingdom'. This EP served to solidify their presence in the alternative rock scene during a time when grunge was still a dominant force.
Stylistic neighbors
Helmet· Jawbox· Failure

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 8 Mister Love 2:32
  • 9 Run-In With Dad 2:00
  • 10 Velvet 2:24
  • 11 Possum Kingdom 4:56
  • 12 Stop It 2:49
  • 13 I Burn 3:24
  • 14 Got a Heart 3:13

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