John Parish and Polly Jean Harvey
Country of origin:
England
Type of music generally:
Bluesy alternative rock
Status:
Only release to date as a duo, dance hall at louse point, 1996
See also:
The Ectophiles' Guide entry for PJ Harvey
Comparisons:
A little like PJ Harvey's solo work but darker, quieter, and less melodic
Covers/own material:
Own
General comments:
John Parish has been working with PJ Harvey since To Bring You My Love, but as a back-up session musician. PJ Harvey had long since stated that she was tired of playing guitar and just wanted to sing, and this album gave her that opportunity. i don't listen to it that much truth be told. but it is definitely moody, with PJ Harvey's bluesy voice, and stark vocals (iflin@speakeasy.net)
Recommended first album:
dance hall at louse point
Recordings:
dance hall at louse point
Release info:
1996--Island Records--314-524 278-2
Availability:
Wide
Ecto priority:
Recommended for PJ Harvey fans or those who like bluesier rock
Group members:
Words written and sung by Polly Jean Harvey
Music written and played by John Parish
Guest artists:
Mick Harvey--organ, bass, additional guitar
Produced by:
John Parish and Polly Jean Harvey
Comments:
i find it kinda bland, though the lyrics are excellent (of course, since PJ Harvey wrote the lyrics). (iflin@speakeasy.net)
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