Shelter Belt (band)
| Shelter Belt | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Omaha, Nebraska |
| Genres | Pop rock |
| Years active | 2000s-present |
| Labels | (self-released) |
| Associated acts | Fizzle Like A Flood, Luigi Waites |
| Website | beltcave |
Shelter Belt is a pop band from Omaha, Nebraska who are eclectic in style and use a wide array of instruments. They are known to switch instruments during shows. They are also known for their DIY work ethic, handling all aspects of the band themselves. They record in their own studio, known as the Beltcave, and they book their own tours without the assistance of a record label or booking agent.
The band collectively cites Marvin Gaye, Gustavo Cerati, Tom Waits, Prince, Manu Chao, Willie Nelson and others as influences.
Shelter Belt's first album, Nothing Makes Me Sad Ever, was released in 2000. In 2002 Shelter Belt was featured on the NE vs. NC compilation with Desaparecidos, The Good Life, Cursive, Fizzle Like A Flood, Sorry About Dresden and Neva Dinova.
In 2004, Shelter Belt released Rain Home. In 2006, the group released Under The World Awhile and performed a series of album release parties throughout the midwest. During a concert with Neva Dinova, drummer Anthony Knuppel drank a pitcher of beer as his "special dance".
Aside from their seven members, Shelter Belt also frequently use guest musicians to diversify their sound. The late Omaha jazz veteran Luigi Waites was amongst them and later joined the group, adding depth to their sound by way of vibraphone and marimba. Members Jesse J. Otto and Anthony Knuppel have also worked with Omaha artist Fizzle Like A Flood.
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