PJ Harvey - White Chalk

Polly Jean Harvey is one of those polarizing female artists who confounds as many people as she delights. Her music, often noisy and uncompromising, has challenged listeners with its unsettling explorations of sex, love and religion. Harvey’s latest album is a musical departure, with many songs written primarily on piano rather than guitar. This only serves to accentuate the haunting lyrical content. Tracks like “Dear Darkness” resemble quaint chamber music, but their subject matter remains disturbingly gothic.

 Sept. 25