Released 30 years ago
Velvet
a-ha · 1996
31 min · 7 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock
A blend of smooth synths and rhythmic beats envelops airy vocals, creating an atmospheric pop soundscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady grooves for relaxed vibes
- atmospheric soundscapes for focus
- short bursts of engaging rhythm
- smooth transitions between mixes
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Velvet' marked a shift for a-ha as their sixth studio album, following the commercial peak of 'East of the Sun, West of the Moon' in 1990. At this point, a-ha was exploring more electronic influences, reflecting changes in the music landscape while maintaining their signature melodic style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· The Human League
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Velvet (radio version) 4:01
- 2 Velvet (De‐Phazz mix) 3:47
- 3 Velvet (Millenia Nova mix) 4:03
- 4 Velvet (New York City mix) 5:17
- 5 Velvet (Alabaster mix) 5:19
- 6 Velvet (Stockholm mix) 4:16
- 7 Velvet (album version) 4:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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