“Americana” from Austria: Son of the Velvet Rat live at the House of Music
Son of the Velvet Rat are going on tour – with songs from the acclaimed Red Barn Sessions as well as their current album Ghost Ranch .
For over 22 years, this Styrian group has been among the most outstanding acts in the Austrian music scene. The duo, consisting of Georg Altziebler and Heike Binder, has long since captivated audiences in the United States as well, where the two artists regularly reside and perform.
Reduced to the essentials – intense in expression:
, Son of the Velvet Rat presents itself in its purest form – as a duo. Heike Binder provides finely nuanced tonal colors not only on the keyboards but also on the percussion.
The new live program combines current material with selected highlights from the band's extensive back catalog. Musically, the repertoire ranges from delicate neo-folk chanson to raw garage rock – an evening full of stylistic diversity and emotional depth.
Support Act: Daniel Tortoledo & The Sound Machine
Daniel Tortoledo is a Venezuelan-American singer-songwriter based in Vienna. His energetic indie/rock style is reminiscent of bands like The Kinks, David Bowie, The Beatles, Blur, and The Strokes. He has been part of the Viennese music scene since 2022.
Live on Stage is curated by Klaus Totzler ( Blue Bird Vienna ).
