Meet Heavy Velvet: Austin’s Latest Rock Revivalists Turning Up The Heat

August 25, 2024

Austin’s own Heavy Velvet has just dropped their debut single and video, setting the stage for what promises to be a game-changing first album, courtesy of The Obelisk.

Channeling the thunderous swagger of legends like Zeppelin, Cream, and Wolfmother, Heavy Velvet blends grunge, psych, and blues into a blistering, unapologetic rock ‘n’ roll force. Their sound is a gritty, riff-driven powerhouse, with vocals that smolder and sear in equal measure, delivering a sonic punch that’s as nostalgic as it is fresh.

Fueled by the timeless energy of classic rock, Heavy Velvet isn’t just paying homage—they’re breaking new ground, fueled by raw, explosive energy and a live show that doesn’t quit.

With ex-Slow Season (RidingEasy Records) guitarist David Kent and the fierce vocal talent of Erika Leigh leading the charge, the band recently made Austin their home base. Together, they’ve built a rhythm section that brings the heat, channeling the soul of ’60s-’70s hard rock with a splash of ’90s grunge grit.