Music Review: Adam Lambert’s ‘Velvet’

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Adam Lambert — Photo courtesy of Edge Publicity Since his 2009 American Idol stint, there’s no denying Adam Lambert has been busy.

Between his live shows, guest appearances, and his day job of sorts touring with rock band Queen, it’s sometimes easy to forget that he excels as a recording artist too.

On his fourth studio album, Velvet (★★★★☆), Lambert allows himself to open up and move beyond the pop polish of his first three efforts, bringing a new depth and rawness to his sound and showing off the incredible range that made him such a standout in the first place.

Lambert’s gift for showmanship is on full display throughout. While his personal style has never been subtle, his ability to grab heads and capture attention did not always shine