Album · Released 8 June 2004
Contraband
The bass entrance to Slither is one of Contraband's smartest decisions. It gives the song somewhere to go before the full guitar riff arrives, creating tension that the chorus can release. Velvet Revolver are at their best when they allow that kind of movement inside their considerable force. The band have plenty of force available. Slash and Dave Kushner give the guitars a substantial attack, Duff McKagan holds a clear place in the lower end…
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ContrabandOur album review · 24 July 2026
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