Chastity Belt & 764-Hero Team Up for a Sonic Reunion
Musical Collaboration Revives a Classic
A surprising musical collaboration is set to delight indie rock fans. Chastity Belt, hailing from Walla Walla, Washington, will release their rendition of “Loaded Painted Red,” originally by Seattle’s 764-Hero. This cover song and the reissue of the 1998 original present a nostalgic treat.
Some Washington State indie rock legends are linking up for a split 7″!! Walla Walla’s Chastity Belt are covering 764-Hero’s “Loaded Painted Red” while 764-Hero are re-releasing the 1998 banger 🔥🔥🔥
Pre-order the 7″ out 8/15 via Suicide Squeeze: https://t.co/e6WqV4H7K8 pic.twitter.com/e2q8u1zQk5
— Suicide Squeeze Records (@SuicideSqueeze) May 15, 2024
“I’ve been a fan of 764-Hero for a while now, and ‘Loaded Painted Red’ is one of my faves!”
—Julia Shapiro, Chastity Belt
The music industry saw a 12.2% increase in vinyl sales in 2023, reflecting a resurgence of interest in physical media (RIAA 2024).
From Fans to Collaborators
The shared release highlights the admiration between the two bands. John Atkins of 764-Hero expressed joy. He appreciates Chastity Belt‘s interpretation of his band’s song.
“I was so happy hearing the Chastity Belt version of ‘Loaded Painted Red.’ I’m a big fan of them as a band and as people and their rendition really moved me. I feel very lucky to be linked with Polly and James and David and Chastity Belt and this is a memento I will cherish.”
—John Atkins, 764-Hero
Chastity Belt‘s recent album, Live Laugh Love, was well-received. The new split single provides an exciting intersection of musical talent.
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The physical 7″ vinyl is planned to be released on August 15 via Suicide Squeeze. Fans can pre-order the record.
