The pair developed a near non-verbal shorthand, audibly evident in a raft of musical contributions from Parish. Articulating her ambitions for Party to Parish was a galvanizing process for Harding, met with stunning results. Stretching her limbs with playful cunning every note, word and arrangement posed with intellect and inventiveness.Ĭreated in Parish’s hometown of Bristol, Party saw Harding depart her New Zealand base in the antipodes for an intensive two-week immersion in the studio. In other words, she’s having a good time. The album drew attention and accolades from some of the most illustrious corners of the music industry, receiving 4 stars in MOJO and Uncut, while UK blog The 405 hailed her a “toweringly talented song writer”.Ĭomprising a formidable clutch of songs, 2017’s Party sees Harding shape-shift through a variety of roles: chanteuse, folk singer and balladeer - all executed with her twisted touch of humour, hubris and quiet horror.

Igniting interest with her eponymous debut album released just two years ago, Aldous Harding quickly became known for her charismatic combination of talent, tenacity and shrewd wit. Her debut release with 4AD, Party (produced with the award-winning John Parish PJ Harvey, Sparklehorse) introducesa new pulse to the stark and unpopulated dramatic realm where the likes of Kate Bush and Scott Walker reside. Her body and face a weapon of theatre, Harding dances with steeled fervor, baring her teeth like a Bunraku puppet's gnashing grin.

An artist of rare calibre, Aldous Harding does more than sing she conjures a singular intensity.

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