Velvet Ocean

Velvet Ocean is an alternative melodic metal band from Oulu, Northern Finland. The band is known for their musical depth, often featuring a strong lineup that includes two guitarists and additional instrumental elements like cello. The core members include Jarkko Ronkainen on vocals and guitar, Jani Lehtinen on guitar, Tuomas Vesa on bass, Bastian Schallschmidt on drums, and Jami Alaverronen on keyboards. In their music, Velvet Ocean explores themes that resonate with the dynamic of alternative and melodic metal genres.

Their album **Purposes and Promises**, released in 2020, marked a debut entry into the metal scene, showcasing their songwriting skills and musical versatility. Velvet Ocean's sound blends heavy elements with melodic hooks, reflecting their unique take on contemporary metal music. Despite being a relatively new band, they have already made a mark in the Finnish metal scene with their distinctive blend of style and sound.