Name: Belong
Brand: The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

LPSLR135IE

Colour

Blue

Colour details

Ice Blue Splatter

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-03-17

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

749846013514

Total Cap

Blue LP

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Extended format: No

2011-03-28

PIAS

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart

Genre GB

Indie Pop / Shoegaze

Label GB

Slumberland

The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart is an indie pop band from New York City, founded in 2007. The live members of the band include Jessica Weiss, Jacob Sloan, Anton Hochheim, and Christoph Hochheim.

In a recent Facebook post, Kip Berman, the founder of the band, announced his departure from The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart to focus on his new project called The Natvral. This decision comes after significant life changes and a shift in musical direction. Despite different lineups throughout their career, what animated their music remained consistent until now. With this change, Kip aims to express himself in a new and different way.

While Kip pursues his solo endeavor with The Natvral, other former members have also embarked on various projects such as Massage by Alex Naidus, Store Front by Peggy Wang, The Ice Choir / Tenser Timpani by Kurt Feldman, Ablebody + live performances with Jerry Paper by Christoph Hochheim, Dondadi by Connor Hanwick, Jeanines / Dream Diary by Jacob Sloan,
Beverly / Public Practice by Drew Citron,
Beach Fossils by Anton Hochheim,
Showtime Goma by Jen Goma,
Fear of Men by Jess Weiss,
@shopnoctiluca (Elspeth Vance),
Jess Krichelle (visual artist) by Jess Krichelle Rojas,
Arch Of Love by Chris Schackerman,

Slumberland is a US record label based in Oakland, CA. Founded by Mike Schulman, it has become a prominent force in the indie music scene since its inception. With a focus on *alternative* and *indie rock* genres, Slumberland has consistently released groundbreaking and influential albums.

Since its establishment, Slumberland has been dedicated to discovering and nurturing talented artists. The label's roster includes some of the most exciting names in contemporary music, such as *The Pains of Being Pure at Heart*, *Frankie Rose*, and *The Wake*. These artists have helped shape the sound of modern indie rock and have garnered critical acclaim for their innovative approaches.

With an extensive catalog spanning over several decades, Slumberland continues to release exceptional music that resonates with fans worldwide. Whether you're searching for dreamy pop melodies or raw punk energy, this label offers a diverse range of sounds that will captivate any listener. Explore the world of Slumberland and discover your new favorite artist today!

The Pains of Being Pure At Heart's 2009 self-titled debut album was truly an out-of-nowhere smash, garnering widespread acclaim from the likes of The New York Times ("sensitive and sublime, Best of 2009), Pitchfork (Best New Music, Best of 2009) and NME ("pure indiepop to hold close to your heart," Best of 2009) to countless indiepop forums and blogs, and landing the band a dedicated following that endures to this day

2011 follow-up Belong aimed for the stars and hit the mark resoundingly, full to the brim with monster tunes and polished to powerful perfection by the production and mixing team of Flood (Depeche Mode, U2) and Alan Moulder (Smashing Pumpkins, Jesus and Mary Chain, Ride). The combination was a resounding success, vaulting the Pains to a spot in the alt-rock firmament rarely reached by indiepop bands and cementing their status as one of the seminal guitar-pop bands of the era.&nbsp;

Belong

Music GB