June 2, 2004
Pretend It's the Mid-90s All Over Again
The Guardian Online has a semi-positive review of PJ Harvey's latest album, Uh Huh Her:
PJ Harvey has a knack of writing love songs that make being loved by PJ Harvey seem only marginally preferable to a barium enema. Her sixth album, Uh Huh Her, contains Who the Fuck?, ostensibly inspired by a disastrous visit to the hairdressers. At a time when a single called Fuck It has recently been deposed from the Number One spot by a single called Fuck You Right Back, it seems fairly unlikely that the odd fuck could still shock anyone. But it's all in the delivery - in this case, a weird shrill whine: "Who the fuck? Who the fuck? Get your comb out of there!" she squeals. "Fuck! Fuck! Fuck you!" At another point, she adds "I'm not like other girls". The listener can only concur: going on her reaction to an unfortunate shampoo and set, she's a certifiable lunatic.
Correction: Our favorite certifiable lunatic. If you haven't had a chance, hear some of the songs (I'm partial to "Shame") or watch the videos from PJ's new album on her website or read a recent interview here.
p.s. This interview is where I found out PJ dated Vincent Gallo, which begs the question: why does Polly Jean date exclusively male versions of herself?
p.p.s. If anyone managed to get tix to see PJ tonight at the Knitting Factory, give us a report, will you?
Posted by Jennifer at June 2, 2004 3:54 PM
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I am very much looking forward to the new album. Like what I've heard so far.
PJH was on "Sessions at West 54th" back in...1997 I think. It's a great performance: the best songs from the then current "Is This Desire?" ("Catherine", "Electic Light," and the title track) as well as a couple of songs from "Dance Hall at Louse Point." This was the season hosted by the endearingly nerdy David Byrne. I think Trio still shows this show; the Byrne, Daniel Lanois/Emmylou Harris, and Lounge Lizard episodes are all gold, too.
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Granted, it's not for everyone, but PJ's solo music isn't for everyone either, is it? Therefore, anyone who appreciates PJ will surely appreciate this collaboration. Parish's music has a raw, bluesy sound that mixes with PJ's soulful singing perfectly. There are some extraordinary, haunting tracks that I love, like "Rope Bridge Crossing" and "Civil War Correspondent". "That Was My Veil" is an exceptionally beautiful song and is a little easier to swallow than the rest.
