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Velvett Fogg
Psychedelic / Progressive / Rock



BROOKLYN, New York
United States

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Member Since5/4/2006
Band Website http://www.myspace.com/keithlaw
Band MembersFrank Wilson, Vocals/Keyboard
Keith Law, Songwriter
Paul Eastment, Vocals/Guitar
Mick Polard ,Vocals/Bass
Graham Mullet, Drums
Sounds Like

July 2009

In January,
Keith Law and Frank Wilson,
met in Maidstone, as a reunion,
and to discuss further 'Reloaded' songs
See 'Reunion' photos in the Biography

Frank and Keith are currently recording, their new album,
Velvett Fogg Reloaded

It is the 40th Anniversary
of the release
of the original eponymous 'cult' album
Velvett Fogg



Velvett Fogg,
are now an official
entry in
WIKIPEDIA


DJ TimeLordMichalis
plays Velvett Fogg songs,
every week On his radio show in Greece,


On February 5th.2008
Keith was interviewed live on a radio show, hosted by
Psychedelic John
and Time Lord Michalis

The show featured songs, all writen by Keith
from the albums of
Jardine and Velvett Fogg


Message Board

Velvett Fogg
can be discussed in greater detail,
with more photos etc. on


Associate Web Sites

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Keith Law- Velvett Fogg
Official UK band Site


Jardine

Unsigned City

Brumbeat- The Old Days

Brum Beat

Psychedelic Central (USA)

Independent Artists Company (USA)

Last.fm

YouTube

Velvett Fogg's other internet links

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Downloads

Download the Original album at


Yellow Cave Woman,
Within' The Night
Once Among The Trees

Written by
Keith Law
Performed by Velvett Fogg


Owed To The Dip
Plastic Man

Written by
Velvett Fogg
Performed by Velvett Fogg


Like I Know Johanna
Scandal
(All The Emperors Tonight)
Hannah, Wife Of Thomas Kite
Execution Of The Child

Written by
Keith Law/ Frank Wilson
Performed by Velvett Fogg Reloaded
from the forthcoming album
Velvett Fogg- Reloaded

Can be heard on the

Keith Law- Velvett Fogg
Official UK Band Site


“ Remember Velvett Fogg -
you will hear the name again "
John Peel. 1969


CD's Available



VELVETT FOGG- Velvett Fogg (2003) Castle CMRCD619
Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.

Available worldwide from
U.S.A.- Amazon, CD Universe,
Tower Records, Wall-Mart. e.t.c.
U.K.-Europe, Amazon, Asda,
Tesco Direct, Virgin Megastores,
WHSmith, Woolworths, e.t.c.
Japan- Amazon, CD Japan, HMV,
Tower Records Japan


2001: a Space Rock Odyssey: Classic Stoner Psychedelia from the Early 70's
Various Artists

(2001) Castle Music Ltd. (UK) CMDDD094
Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.

Features Velvett Fogg
Available Worldwide from
U.S.A./Europe Amazon


The Rubble Collection. Boxed Set 1-10.
Various Artists

(2003) Past and Present.B00007K121
Past and Present Records

Volume 7. Includes
Within' The Night- Velvett Fogg
Available Worldwide from
U.S.A./Europe Amazon, e.t.c.


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Rare Trax Vol. 33 - Nine Miles High.
(2004) British Psychedelia From the 60s and 70s.
Various Artists.Features
Velvett Fogg
Rolling Stone [DEU] Records


Brumbeat: the Story of the 60s Midlands Sound
Various Artists

(2006) Castle Music Ltd. (UK) CMEDD1146
Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.

Disc 2, features Velvett Fogg
Available Worldwide from
U.S.A./Euope Amazon


Real Life Permanent Dreams:
a Cornucopia of British Psychedelia
1965-1970
Various Artists

(2007) Castle Music Ltd. (UK) CMEDD1148
Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.

Disc 4, features Velvett Fogg
Available Worldwide from
Europe/U.S.A. Amazon


This Is Psychedelia
Various Artists

(2007) METRTCD827
Metro Records

Includes
Yellow Cave Woman- Velvett Fogg
Available Worldwide from
U.S.A./Europe Union Square Music, Amazon, Tower Records e.t.c.


LP Available



VELVETT FOGG- Velvett Fogg
(2007) Akarma Records (Italy) AK377LP

Available worldwide
From Comet Records. Italy


Discography

1969
Velvett Fogg- Velvett Fogg.
Pye Records. NSPL 18272.

Telstar '69/Owed To The Dip- Velvett Fogg (Single)
Pye Records. Pye 7N 17673

1989
Velvett Fogg- Velvett Fogg
See For Miles. SEE CD259CD.

2001: a Space Rock Odyssey:
Classic Stoner Psychedelia from the Early 70's

Various Artists- Features
Velvett Fogg
Castle Records-Castle Music Ltd. (UK)-CMDDD094 Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.

2003
Velvett Fogg- Velvett Fogg.
Castle Records. CMR CD619.
Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.

The Rubble Collection, Vol. 1-10 [Box Set]
Various Artists-Volume 7. Includes,
Within' The Night'- Velvett Fogg
Past & Present Records.B00007KI2I

2004
Rare Trax Vol. 33 - Nine Miles High. British Psychedelia From the 60s and 70s.
Various Artists.Features
Velvett Fogg
Rolling Stone [DEU]REcords

2006
Brumbeat: the Story of the 60s Midlands Sound
Various Artists- Disc 2 features
Velvett Fogg
Castle Records-Castle Music Ltd. (UK)-CMEDD1146

2007
Velvett Fogg Velvett Fogg
Akarma Records (Italy) AK377LP

Real Life Permanent Dreams:
a Cornucopia of British Psychedelia
1965-1970
Various Artists

(2007) Castle Music Ltd. (UK) CMEDD1148
Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.

Disc 4, features Velvett Fogg

This Is Pyschedelia
Various Artists
Features Yellow Cave Woman
Metro Records METRTCD827

2009- Albums in progress
Velvett Fogg Reloaded- Velvett Fogg

Record LabelSanctuary /Pye/Various
Type of LabelMajor


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Downloads
of tracks
and CD,
can be purchased
at Sanctuary Records
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Keith Law- Velvett Fogg,
Official UK Band Site

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Velvett Fogg,
are now
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Encyclopedia
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Biography


Velvett Fogg was formed in 1968
out of a respectable Brum band called Gravy Train.
They were fronted by soul singer Ernie Handy
and the guitarist at that time was Bob Hewitt.
The other band members were drummer
Graham Mullett, bass guitarist Mick Pollard,
and Londoner Frank Wilson
who played Hammond organ.
The band were soon off to Germany where they spent most
of the year playing at army bases and clubs.
Their exciting stage act included a light show and a go-go dancer
(who later married Ernie).

Upon returning to Birmingham, the band, now managed by an agency
called Inter City Artists, was given a record deal
by Jack Dorsey of Pye Records.
At this time it seemed that the more unusual or controversial a band was,
then the greater chance there would be for success in the record business.
The record label was looking to sign unusual "underground" acts
and Velvett Fogg were told to, in Jack Dorsey's words,
"develop an image that would make people think you would piss on the pope"!

The initial line-up of Velvett Fogg featured guitarist
Tony Iommi (later to make the big time with Black Sabbath).

Tony stayed in the line-up for only one gig before leaving to be replaced
temporarily by Ian Leighton - described as "a great blues guitarist"
by his friend Frank Wilson.
It was during this time that Pye Records
arranged a photo-shoot of the band for the cover
of their proposed first album (more about that later).

Material for the Velvett Fogg album would be supplied
by local songwriter/guitarist Keith Law
who became a friend of the band.
Keith was a veteran of the West Midlands music scene
having played in The Williamsons, Love and Understanding
Paint
and Jardine.

Keith takes up the story; "I was in the Rum Runner
one night, when someone told me that Velvett Fogg
were looking for new material, and they introduced me to them.
I arranged to meet them at their rehearsal place, Langley Baths.
I went along the next day, and went through the following songs with them:
Yellow Cave Woman, Once Among The Trees and Within' The Night and that was it!
The next couple of days, they were in London recording".

Before recording could begin in late 1968, Ian Leighton departed
Velvett Fogg and was replaced by guitarist/vocalist
Paul Eastment (a cousin of the band's previous guitarist
Tony Iommi).
Paul Eastment was also to contribute original compositions
for the album along with Frank Wilson, Graham Mullet
and Mick Pollard.

Velvett Fogg recorded the tracks for their debut album
under direction of Pye producer
Jack Dorsey.
Apparently, Dorsey aimed to get the band
onto the then-popular "progressive" band wagon.
"I was a classically trained pianist but we all had to play way
below our capabilities" says Frank Wilson.
The band were also allowed to record covers of a few songs they liked
and these included psychedelic-sounding versions of
New York Mining Disaster 1941 by The Bee Gees,
and Tim Rose's Come Away Melinda.

Velvett Fogg's self-titled album was released on the,
Pye label in January of 1969.
Despite what some may have thought, the album stands up
as a fine example of late 1960s British psychedelia.
As well as the previously mentioned covers,
original compositions such as Yellow Cave Woman
and Once Among The Trees are both hypnotic if not compelling.
By contrast, other tracks like Lady Caroline
and Plastic Man had both homicidal and political overtones respectively.

..........

By far the most controversial feature of the Velvett Fogg album
was the record cover.
It displayed the pre-Paul Eastment line-up
of the band wearing garish make-up/body-paint and costume
but also included two well-endowed young women
wearing nothing but strategically applied body paint!
This politically-incorrect package was accompanied
by a typically obscure sleevenote by the influential U.K. disc jockey

John Peel who commented

"There is a lot of good music on this record.
Remember Velvett Fogg - you will hear the name again."


Along with the Velvett Fogg album,
Pye Records
also released a single by the group.
It was a cover of the Tornado's
classic instrumental Telstar
and was recorded by the band
as requested by Jack Dorsey
who hoped to cash in
on the publicity,
surrounding the American moon landings
taking place at that time.

While receiving some radio play, the record did not sell
enough copies to chart and a big advertising campaign
planned by the record company to promote the album
never materialized.

The band did a bit of touring after the single came out.
Perhaps discouraged by poor sales of the Velvett Fogg album,
Pye seemed to lose interest in the band
so withdrew their backing.
In the autumn of 1969 the group disbanded with the members
going their seperate ways.

Frank Wilson says
"I personally thought the first line-up in Germany
was the best and most satisfying."
He returned to London and joined Riot Squad
and then The Rumble Band before following in
Rick Wakeman's footsteps to join Warhorse in 1970.

Paul Eastment started a Brum band called
Holy Ghost- later to become Ghost
with whom he recorded a couple of albums.
He later fronted another group called Resurrection
as well as recording with local folk singer Shirley Kent.

Keith Law stayed in the music business, is still writing songs,
and is now a successful entertainer in the South-West of England.

During the years since Velvett Fogg's demise,
demand amongst collectors for copies of their
(now very rare) album has increased considerably.
Original albums have changed hands for high prices
with bootleg copies also known to be in circulation.
Fortunately, in 2002 the Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.
re-issued the album officially for the first time on CD (CMRCD619)
and it is strongly recommended for those who are fans
of the British psychedelic or early progressive sounds
of the late 1960s.

" Yellow Cave Woman in my opinion it is still
one of THE very best rock songs ever recorded."
Robin S-YouTube


And Now

Keith Law is still writing and recording
and is also a successful entertainer

Frank Wilson is now performing as, DVD FS
who are one of the most sought after bands in the South East

Keith and Frank, at the Holiday Inn, Maidstone, Kent, UK. January 2009

Keith Law and Frank Wilson, founder member, vocalist and keyboard player,are back together writing and recording as Velvett Fogg Reloaded
and are currently working on their new new album
Velvett Fogg Reloaded

"Remember Velvett Fogg - you will hear the name again"...(John Peel. 1969 )

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Velvett Fogg's Friends Comments
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WARBIRD





Jul 10 2009 11:38 PM

Hi(gh) at all of Velvett Fogg,
we wish you a nice and rockin
weekend !
Greetz :)
Daniel Masson





Jul 7 2009 2:28 PM

Thanks for friendship
Nice sound :-)
Colossus





Jun 30 2009 12:52 AM

Hi there,
Thanks for the add & comment.
Really like the music you guys have done.
If you're ever playing again and come to Glasgow let us know.
Thanks again.
SQUID INK





Jun 24 2009 9:08 AM

that freakin hammond organ ROCKS!!
elvinrocka





Jun 17 2009 8:50 AM

beautiful music,
thank U.
WINDJAMMER'S


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Jun 11 2009 3:19 PM

Hello
many thanks from France
for the add it's a real pleasure
to be in the lot of your friends
it's a nice day for us
Long life at your and our music

Friendships

Gihem for Windjammer's
TREE





Jun 4 2009 12:12 AM

Hey
thanks allot for your add!
love the band
keep up the spirit
take care
TREE
THE BLACK HARPS





Jun 3 2009 2:38 PM

Greetings from Berlin and thank you for the comment!
It's a great pleasure to be your friend!
Have your record on vinyl...it's one of my top 100!
Let's stay in touch and all of my best to you!
Mike
Cranberry Magic Wagon





Jun 1 2009 9:47 AM

HATE I MISSED YA BACK IN THE DAY!BUT HEY YOUR TUNAGE IS STILL COOL! THANX FOR THE ADD! JESUS LOVE TO YA!!!
Fuzz Party Invitation





May 22 2009 9:20 AM

Hey
thanks for adding!
Best regards from Germany
Emma





May 15 2009 5:42 PM

Hi VF,
a big hug from B'ham!
Emma x
Official Website of VAN





May 14 2009 2:29 PM

Hi,thanks a lot,nice to meet You and its nice to be friends,have a Van-tastic weekend :)
Dan Frostman





May 13 2009 9:02 AM

love and thanks!!! dan
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May 6 2009 11:03 PM

Merci Velvett Fogg! for nice comment, and the free sounds you painted in our minds with the record
WARBIRD





May 5 2009 11:53 PM

wow, great to be in your toplist!!
thanks so much for support !!!!
i am speechless

greets, mikky
Aleksandr Khodchenko





May 5 2009 1:06 AM

Greetings from Kiev Psychedelic!
WATCHFIRE [New Songs Up]





May 1 2009 9:06 AM

THX FOR THE SUPPORT AND FRIENDSHIP...MUCH RESPECT
WARBIRD





May 1 2009 9:06 AM

thanks!!
and thanks for the best version of come away melinda !!
peace and rock'n roll !
lialette





Apr 26 2009 11:14 PM

thank you so much for the add, and have a wonderful time!
sam





Apr 24 2009 8:40 AM

I love you guys!!!!
sam





Apr 24 2009 12:28 AM

Yellow Cave Woman was our tune right before we went to the bar back when I college. None of my frat brothers knew who sang that song but me. I just wanted to say thanks a ton brothers.
Sam
Eyes of Mars





Apr 20 2009 11:20 PM

hey thanks! lovin' your music!

xoxo
kara & andy
chubby





Apr 15 2009 7:25 AM

man you guys kick ass
how do i find a vinyl copy
Concerts' Collective





Apr 12 2009 10:55 PM

Hi VF,
thanks for your friendship.
This is Emma's site for the gigs.
Best Wishes and thank you
Emma x
LUNA ROSSA(AR)





Apr 8 2009 9:39 PM

thanks a lot for friendship....VELVETT FOGG RULES!
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