BATZZ in the Belfry are based in the San Francisco East Bay Area. In early 2003, Nelson began writing and recording under the name BATZZ in the Belfry. In the years following, Marc, Deena, Araina, Rick and Tim would join in collaboration. Described as "an ethereal mixture of darkwave and electro," "thumping drumbeats followed by cavernous vocals," "euphonious guitar and warm, subdued keyboards," BATZZ in the Belfry draws from a number of influences, but unashamedly delivers music in the traditions of goth, darkwave and ethereal.