PJ Harvey

In December 2000, PJ Harvey graced the Bowery Ballroom in New York for a riveting performance broadcast through The Peel Sessions. Just prior to this recording, she released 'Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea', which had come out a year earlier and marked a significant point in her career, blending rock with richly textured storytelling. This album earned her a Mercury Prize and further solidified her reputation for introspection and powerful lyricism. The live set features tracks like 'This Wicked Tongue', highlighting her ability to evoke deep emotions in her audience. Interestingly, Harvey is known for her dynamic stage presence and genre-defying sound, traits that shine through in this performance, showcasing her growth as an artist and her captivating evolution during a pivotal moment in her career.

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