I'm glad this was not the first I saw of her, I find it very hard to watch. I just don't 'get it' I guess.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PqnUL7HGvZ0
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You have to remember it is just a performance.
This is what she is really like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhy_czq8z0Y
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She presents herself very well in that interview, down to earth and self aware.
I don't think I have ever come across an artist that has polarised my interest so dramatically before. I knew nothing of her until you started this thread, since then I have listened to her on different mediums everyday. I find her music hypnotically engrossing, it's among the most rewarding and addictive I have ever heard. And yet her imagery and performances leave me reaching for the off button. Realistically, I have to admit that I appreciate what she does visually as an artist, I just don't like it.
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When I first showed a video of her to my partner Helen she said she never wanted to hear her in the house. After buying Party she is totally addicted and there is hardly a week that goes past when she doesn't ask to hear it. Now designer has come along we start the journey again.
Yes her live performance in early days was a bit unsettling but it is as she has said herself just a performance.
Her music is addictive and transcends genres and captures not only you heart , soul and brain but has another dimension that I have never experienced by another artist. She is a genius and mesmerises you with her vocal and minimalistic ability with music.
I am glad you like the music just keep away from the videos.
If you have not got Party then you need to buy it on vinyl - Listen to" Swell does the skull". The recording is beyond audiophile and done on analogue tape I believe. Her voice is fabulous and haunting!
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I'm Simon.
Thanks Rich for the download code, can't wait to see her in couple of weeks time in Manchester will be very special.
Cheers
Simon
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Excellent interview and 2 very high quality videos of Aldous singing Treasure and the Barrel.
http://www.wfuv.org/content/aldous-harding-2019
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i should get my copy of designer tomorrow,if i get a download code i'll post it up
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