"764-HERO" Biography

Artist/Band: 764-HERO

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Formed in 1995, 764-HERO began as a two piece, featuring John Atkins from Hush Harbor on guitar and Polly Johnson from Bell Jar on drums. The band released two 7" records, the full-length album Salt Sinks Sugar Floats and the EP We’re Solids in quick succession. With just two members 764-HERO were able to create a national following with there unique sound and powerful live shows. The driving guitar and drums combined with John Atkins' personal and intimate vocal style was riveting, charming, and unforgettable. In 1998, the band was set to perform live on the radio and thought they'd mix it up a bit. They called there old friend James Bertram from Red Stars Theory (ex-Lync and Beck) and asked him to play bass. The session went so well they decided to make it permanent. With the new line up in place they recorded "Get Here and Stay". While "Salt Sinks" was undoubtedly a great record, "Get Here and Stay" was in a whole other realm, a fully realized sound with amazing songwriting and outstanding musicianship. After several full tours and the "Whenever You See Fit" EP with Modest Mouse, the band got to work on "Weekends of Sound". Recorded in early 2000 with Phil EK (who also produced "Get Here and Stay" as well as most of Built to Spill's releases) the band hasn't strayed to far from the sounds of "Get Here and Stay". Following the release of "Weekends" the band embarked on a tour of the U.S. with pals Modest Mouse. Shortly after the tour, citing creative differences, James Bertram parted ways with 764-HERO. But it didn't take long before Robin P. stepped in to strap on the four stringed beast and bring 764 back up to speed. John and Polly met Robin while he played second guitar for Modest Mouse on tour. He started as a temporary replacement so the band could tour but quickly turned into a permanent member of the band. The band has moved over to Tiger Style Records for their latest release "Nobody Knows This is Everywhere" and they head out on tour in March 2002.