PJ Harvey

In July 2001, during the live recording at the Benicàssim festival, PJ Harvey was promoting her fifth studio album, "Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea," which had been released just a few months earlier, in October 2000. At this stage of her career, Harvey was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, marked by critical acclaim and commercial success. "Stories from the City" showcased her evolution as an artist, blending her raw sound with more melodic structures, highlighted in the song "Big Exit," which is featured in the live performance. This period also saw Harvey's growing engagement with more mainstream audiences, particularly due to her collaborations and unique approach to songwriting. Notably, she won the Mercury Prize for this album, solidifying her status in the music industry. The live performance captures her dynamic stage presence and the emotional depth of her music, resonating especially well with the festival's international crowd.

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