Velour Fog’s “Black Babylon”: A Mesmerizing Grunge Rock Journey
By: Boyz II Business Entertainment
In the dark underbelly of Greater London’s music scene, a storm is brewing in Hertfordshire…and its name is Velour Fog. This intense grunge rock band has been making waves with their powerful sound. Their latest offering, “Black Babylon”, shows their specialized skills in a cocktail of the coolest genres spanning from the eighties to the early noughties.
As the opening chords of “Black Babylon” kick in, the haunting air continues to build. Within seconds of the song’s intro, Velour Fog unleashes a torrent of electric guitars played by Herculez and Snakebite, bass from Bone, thundering drums from Chainsaw Ali, and gritty vocals from Snakebite. It’s a sonic onslaught that hits you right in the gut!
Chaos, turbulence, and turmoil. The lyrics of “Black Babylon” are loaded with vivid imagery that transports you to distant lands and fields of sand as illustrated by their cover art. A picture that paints the world on the brink of collapse, engulfed in chaos and turmoil. “Off the distant lands, upon the fields of sand, there’s the rising sun”, Snakebite sings. The intensity in Snakebite’s voice resonates with the overwhelming feeling that the world is in disarray. It is a reflection of turbulent times that Velour Fog is able to capture with their unfiltered honesty.
Velour Fog’s musical prowess along with their stage presence, as displayed in their music video, makes them a force to be reckoned with. Enter Marshall, aka ‘Herculez,’ the rhythm guitarist known for his commanding riffs and hypnotic stage moves. From the first note to the last, he captivates the audience with his presence that draws you further into the vitality of Velour Fog’s universe.
“Black Babylon” showcases the band’s ability to craft a mesmerizing guitar arrangement that entwines with Snakebites vocals. The guitar work in this track blends intricate melodies with heavy riffs that will surely keep you on the edge of your seat. The backbone of the band, led by drummer Ali, aka ‘Chainsaw Ali’, is known for his hydraulic drums and 2000’s charisma. Next, bassist Naois Bonar, aka ‘Bone,’ provides the driving force behind the energy that further defines Velour Fog’s sound.
If you haven’t experienced the sheer power and intensity of Velour Fog’s live performance, now is your chance! Catch them live at their upcoming shows here: https://velourfog.com/#tour.
“We want you to walk away from experiencing us knowing that we are the most dangerous band bringing it to ya! We make class A music that flows with our electric and hypnotic visuals and image. Black Babylon was an initiation into our sound, and we have a big track coming out in the next few weeks with a killer video.” — Velour Fog
The rising sun beckons, and it’s time to embrace the madness of Velour Fog!
Follow Velour Fog:
Website: https://velourfog.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VelourFogBand
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@velourfogband
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