VELVETEEN QUEEN RELEASE SINGLE/VIDEO ‘TALK OR WALK’ OUT NOW
NEW ALBUM THE GREATER GOOD NEARS RELEASE
Pre-orders available here
Swedish hard-rock risers Velveteen Queen’s ‘Talk or Walk’ is the fourth single from their eagerly anticipated sophomore album, The Greater Good, due for release this Friday, September 18th via Silver Lining Music. Pre-orders are available at this location.
‘Talk or Walk’ is a snarling rock ‘n’ roll track packed with attitude, grit and zero interest in pulling its punches. Driven by scuzzy guitar riffs and a roaring chorus, it captures the chaos of a relationship on the edge. It’s about frustration and demanding honesty when the excuses have run dry. Speak your mind, face the music, or hit the road!
“‘Talk or Walk’ is a raw, no-bullshit rock anthem about love at the breaking point. Say what you mean, fight for what you want — or get the hell out of the way!” – Velveteen Queen
Watch/Listen to ‘Talk or Walk’ here – video directed by Patric Ullaeus.
Velveteen Queen are rapidly emerging as one of the most exhilarating young acts in the modern rock scene, channeling the swagger, and anthemic power of classic ’80s influences into a bold and contemporary sound. Having shared stages with Alice Cooper and Judas Priest, the five-piece have already built a reputation for their explosive live performances, undeniable stage presence and hook-laden rock songs.
Watch/Listen to the recently released singles ‘The Greater Good’ featuring Peter Keys (Lynyrd Skynyrd) on piano, ‘Adrenaline’ and ‘Too Far Gone’ here. All videos were directed by acclaimed filmmaker Patric Ullaeus.
The new album The Greater Good is a record which channels the strut of the Sunset Strip’s glory days via Sweden, with a healthy dash of old-school Guns N’ Roses, alongside spiritual ties to Aerosmith, Velvet Revolver and Hanoi Rocks. Produced by renowned producer Sören Andersen, the album showcases Velveteen Queen’s immediate energy and vitality. From the teasing riff and maraca-shake of “Too Far Gone” to the sleazy bad boy strut of “Liar” with its low-slung, hard-hitting riffs. Yet there’s also full ballad artistry on display with the soulful “Chains”, showing that Velveteen Queen can bring it down to strands of raw emotion.
With The Greater Good, Velveteen Queen will continue to bring their high voltage energy to the stage, delivering full throttle rock ’n’ roll shows as they power their relentless rise towards rock ’n’ roll domination. Catch Velveteen Queen live and experience their full force for yourself.
Upcoming shows:
18 Sept – Debaser Nova, Stockholm (SE)
19 Sept – Valand, Gothenburg (SE)
More dates soon to be announced; for tickets and more information visit velveteenqueentheband.com
“A party as far as the ear can hear— When it comes to up-and-coming rock acts, Sweden delivers. The riffs are cool, the hooks are solid, and the grit is there. ‘The Greater Good’ is a fine album that weaves together exactly the right influences and will almost certainly be a blast to hear live” — ROCKS
“It is incredible how authentically the relatively young musicians of the Swedish band VQ capture the spirit and idiosyncrasies of the sleaze and glam rock from the glorious Sunset Strip era. The band, fronted by vocalist Samuel, sounds as if they were there back in the day and have since been reincarnated; their music is that convincing. Where the old heroes struggle, this quartet clearly demonstrates just how carefree and unpretentious sleaze and glam can sound in 2026” — ROCK IT
“Powerful hard rock from Sweden, courtesy of Velveteen Queen. ‘The Greater Good’ rocks and rolls with a gritty, glam edge. Big vocals and big guitars— it has stadium appeal but also the sound for dive bars. Hard rock that is both contemporary and timeless; the Swedes have really nailed it” — MUSIX
“Velveteen Queen may wear their influences proudly, but ‘The Greater Good’ suggests they are increasingly capable of standing alongside the bands that came before them, rather than merely following in their wake” — FIREWORKS
“The Swedes serve up their uncritical adoration with real fire; the enthusiasm is truly palpable. They can play, too, and ‘The Greater Good’ boasts a superb, crystal-clear sound, full of dynamic range” — AARDSCHOK
“Gothenburg trash-rockers Velveteen Queen admit to learning all their moves from Hanoi Rocks and early Guns N’ Roses” — CLASSIC ROCK UK
“It is clear that Hard Rock and Glam are reclaiming their space, and ‘The Greater Good’ is the perfect offering for anyone seeking a second life or a fresh take on a style that refuses to die! — [8/10] POPULAR 1
“...this album packs all the punches, with the title track and 'Talk or Walk' both standing tall amongst an array of charged anthems. An exceptional album” — [10/10] POWERPLAY
“The Swedish band’s second album is a tribute to the 1980s glam scene of Los Angeles’ Sunset Strip” — [8/10] ROCK HARD ITALY
“An album produced by Sören Andersen that flows effortlessly from start to finish, bringing back the idea of rock ’n’ roll as pure fun” — CLASSIC ROCK ITALY
“Who said Glamrock is dead? Not me. And certainly not Velveteen Queen” — GET READY TO ROCK 4/5
The Greater Good track listing:
- Too Far Gone
- The Greater Good
- Talk or Walk
- Adrenaline
- Can't Go Back in Time
- Chains
- It Ain't Over
- Liar
- Best of the Best
- Sorry
- Try (to Believe Me)
The Greater Good is out this Friday, September 18th be on vinyl, CD, digital formats and D2C bundles. Pre-order the album and stream the singles now at this location.
VELVETEEN QUEEN are:
Samuel Nilsson – Lead Vocals, Keys
Lukas Axx – Guitar
Noah Mardh – Guitar
Vilmer Fall – Bass
Isac Borg – Drums
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