Harvey, P.J. (1969–)
Harvey, P.J. (1969–)
English guitarist, songwriter, and singer. Born Polly Jean Harvey, Oct 9, 1969, in Yeovil, Somerset, England.
Publicity shy vocalist known for provocative lyrics, grew up on a sheep farm; formed band PJ Harvey with two Yeovil friends (1991); released debut album Dry (1992); displayed dynamic vocal skills on singles "Dress," "Happy and Bleeding," and "Sheela-Na-Gig"; collaborated with American producer Steve Albini on band's 2nd album Rid of Me (1993); began adding glam touches to her austere stage image; disbanded band (mid-1990s); dueted with then-lover Nick Cave on his album Murder Ballads (1996); released solo albums To Bring You My Love (1995), Is This Desire? (1998), Stories From the City, Stories From the Sea (2000).
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