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The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets

Los Straitjackets · 1999

37 min · 12 tracks · instrumental rock

Instrumental rock intertwines with surf and garage sounds, creating vibrant, energetic soundscapes that evoke nostalgia.

The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets is an album by Los Straitjackets, released in 1999. Instrumental rock intertwines with surf and garage sounds, creating vibrant, energetic soundscapes that evoke nostalgia. 'The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets' showcases the band's ability to blend diverse influences while maintaining a distinct sound, contributing to the resurgence of instrumental rock. The album received positive critical acclaim and helped solidify their place in the American rock scene, leading to increased visibility and performances at major festivals. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets sound like?

Instrumental rock intertwines with surf and garage sounds, creating vibrant, energetic soundscapes that evoke nostalgia. Rooted in instrumental rock.

What makes The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets by Los Straitjackets notable?

'The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets' showcases the band's ability to blend diverse influences while maintaining a distinct sound, contributing to the resurgence of instrumental rock. The album received positive critical acclaim and helped solidify their place in the American rock scene, leading to increased visibility and performances at major festivals. Released in 1999, 'The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets' is Los Straitjackets' third studio album, following their self-titled debut and 'Viva! Los Straitjackets'. At this point, the band had established a unique niche within the instrumental rock genre, gaining recognition for their tight musicianship and playful aesthetic, which set them apart in a largely vocal-driven musical landscape.

How many songs are on The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets?

The Velvet Touch of Los Straitjackets has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·37:08

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Kawanga! Standout 2:25
  • 2 Rockula 2:46
  • 3 Close to Champaign 3:53
  • 4 Hornet’s Nest 3:00
  • 5 My Heart Will Go On (Love Theme From Titanic) Standout 4:29
  • 6 Tempest 3:22
  • 7 Tijuana Boots 2:51
  • 8 Sing, Sing, Sing Standout 3:22
  • 9 Tabouli 3:39
  • 10 Sterno 1:54
  • 11 State Fair 2:34
  • 12 All That Glitters 2:47

Release Date

January 1, 1999

Genre

instrumental rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

37 min 8 sec