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National Velvet is a cornerstone of Canada’s Gothic-tinged alt-rock scene, formed in 1985 in Toronto by Maria Del Mar, Mark Storm, Mark Crossley and Garry Flint, with later additions from Tim Welch and others. They carved out a distinct sound that resonated through clubs and radio across the country, earning a place in Canadian rock history. This page lays out their journey—and why fans still seek them out today.

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Whether you’re a longtime follower or discovering National Velvet for the first time, we’ve got you covered. Browse upcoming tour dates, learn about the band’s gold-certified Courage era, and stay connected through their official channels. If you’re hoping to secure tickets, we’ve got you—easy, no-fuss access with a trusted friend in the business.

The essentials

Quick Facts About National Velvet

  • Formed in 1985 in Toronto, Canada, by Maria Del Mar, Mark Storm, Mark Crossley and Garry Flint; later expanded with Tim Welch and others, operating in the Canadian gothic/alt-rock scene.
  • Signed to Intrepid Records (Capitol affiliate) in 1987; released their self-titled debut album in 1988, featuring Flesh Under Skin and gaining traction on MuchMusic/CFNY.
  • Courage (1990) was produced in England with Zeus B. Held and included hits Shine On and Sex Gorilla; the album was certified gold in Canada.
  • Wildseed, released in 1995 on Iron Music, was the band’s final studio album before their initial retirement; the band would later reunite sporadically starting in 2011.
  • Notable awards and milestones include a CASBY Award for 68 Hours (1990s era) and gold certification for Courage, solidifying their place in Canada’s alt-rock history.
  • Past live activity includes cross-Canada touring around 1990 and reunion shows at Toronto venues (e.g., Bovine Sex Club) in 2011–2012; last publicly documented show data points to 2012 Ottawa appearances in fan/tromo archives.

The records

National Velvet Discography

  • Wildseed
    1995 · Iron Music
  • Courage
    1990 · Capitol / EMI
  • National Velvet
    1988 · Intrepid Records (Capitol affiliate)

The hits

Top National Velvet Songs

  • Shine On
    1990 · N/A
  • Sex Gorilla
    1990 · N/A
  • (A Place Called) Hysteria
    1990 · N/A
  • 68 Hours
    1989 · N/A
  • Flesh Under Skin
    1988 · N/A
  • Pacifist At Risk
    1987 · N/A
  • Change My Mind
    1987 · N/A

Whether you’re a longtime follower or discovering National Velvet for the first time, we’ve got you covered. Browse upcoming tour dates, learn about the band’s gold-certified Courage era, and stay connected through their official channels. If you’re hoping to secure tickets, we’ve got you—easy, no-fuss access with a trusted friend in the business.

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