The suitably titled effort is a true testament to the talent’s long journey in the music business and overcoming numerous obstacles, including a motor vehicle accident, resulting spinal injuries, decades of rehabilitation and bouts of depression.
If the name Joseph Velvet, aka Joseph Jordan Jones, rings a bell, it’s because he is the silky smooth vocalist behind the late 80’s cover of “Wildflower,” followed by some well-received, intermittent releases. Much to the singer’s credit, Velvet performed alongside a who’s who of Reggae greats. But his ascent to fame was cut short by the accident. It’s 2021 and the courageous crooner has returned with a debut album, filled to the brim with 10 heartfelt Reggae songs, boasting a predominately Lover’s Rock feel and sound.
