Lost Velvet releases new single “Make It Alright”

Lost Velvet are a new UK-based act formed by multi-instrumentalist Robert Butcher and vocalist Melissa Morris who together create music that lives in the space between shadow and atmosphere. Melting elements of grunge, post rock and alternative pop into an intoxicating sonic cocktail, their sound is brooding, layered and utterly compelling all at once; a winning formula that’s already marked them as one of the most exciting new acts to keep an eye on.

They first stepped out in April this year with their debut single “Endless,” a hypnotic opening statement that built momentum through restraint, enveloping listeners in a haze of haunting ambiance and immersive textures. Eschewing hooks for smouldering musical moments, they’re made it clear they’re all about curating mood and crafting songs that make a lasting impression after the first listen.

That vision expanded with their second single “Wasted,” an alternative rock outing that revealed the band’s ability to balance intensity with poignant songwriting. Now, with their third single titled “Make It Alright,” Lost Velvet close the first chapter of their story with the finale to their musical triptych, concluding the arc of their first releases with another cinematic soundscape that blends smokey shoegaze vibes with punching rhythms and grungey melodic songwriting.

Built on moody guitars, their trademark dual dreamlike vocals and shifting art rock structures, the track explores the theme of surrender, giving in to the emotional gravity of others. The interplay between their voices creates an intimacy that cuts through the stack of instrumentation, while the track’s developing arrangement mirrors the emotional magnetism, landing as the bittersweet resolution to their debut EP.

Set up by the soft, muted plucks of guitar that glide in a changing time signature, hushed vocals enter alongside drifting textures to form a mesmeric scene. The intimate atmosphere gentle expands with the crisp snap of drums and wail of electric guitar before the crunch of distortion carries the song into a spectacular finale of gritty tones, haunting vocal layers and striking drums, offering an enthralling listening experience that gradually builds throughout.

It’s an incredible showcase of the duo’s highly original sound and their ability to cast spellbinding music to get completely lost in. With their debut album Dark Cells currently in production and set for release later this year, Lost Velvet are preparing to expand their vision into a fully realised body of work. Having made an unforgettable impact with their first three singles, Lost Velvet are sure to continue winning over fans around the world with their dark, alluring and captivating sound.

Listen to Make It Alright below

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