Velvet

The Profile

Velvet are an Italian band from Rome known for evolving from early pop exposure (“Boyband”) to a brit-influenced pop/rock sound. Key releases discussed on DeBaser include Dieci motivi (2005), the self-titled Velvet, and Nella lista delle cattive abitudini (2010). They performed at Sanremo and later chose an independent route, founding their own label.

Roman music group; styles blend britpop-influenced pop rock with touches of electronics; cited influences include Blur, Oasis, Subsonica, and Coldplay; appeared at Sanremo; moved to independence by creating their own label; noted tracks include “Luciano ti odio,” “Ti direi,” and material from Nella lista delle cattive abitudini.

Roman outfit Velvet moved from early mainstream exposure (“Boyband”) to sharper, brit-influenced pop-rock. Reviews praise 10 Motivi’s turn and the more melodic self-titled album, while Nella lista delle cattive abitudini is noted for darker themes and electro-pop-rock textures. They’ve appeared at Sanremo and later embraced independence. Overall verdict: solid, evolving, and worth a listen.