
PJ Harvey
PJ Harvey is an alternative rock artist from United Kingdom formed in 1988. 137 releases are catalogued on Riffiter.
Also known as P J Harvey
Alternative Rock · United Kingdom · Best alternative rock albums
- 3.9 /5
- 69 ratings
- 137
- Releases
- 1991–2026
- Active years
- 1988
- Formed
Discography
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Let England Shake
2011 · 12 tracks
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Singles & EPs
49Live & compilations
27Credits
2Records PJ Harvey worked on for other artists — the roles are as credited on each release.
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5Releases by other artists featuring PJ Harvey.
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7 Henry Lee (feat. PJ Harvey)Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds · Murder Ballads
Hit the City (feat. PJ Harvey) [2024 Remaster]Mark Lanegan · Bubblegum XX
Come to Me (feat. PJ Harvey) [2024 Remaster]Mark Lanegan · Bubblegum XXShoulda Known Better (feat. AJ Tracey & Harvey)DaVinche · The M1 EP
Stay Young and Free (feat. Harvey & Alice)David Essex · All the Fun of the Fair (Original Cast Recording)
Rock On (feat. Levi & Harvey)David Essex · All the Fun of the Fair (Original Cast Recording)
Hitting the Ground (Reprise) [featuring PJ Harvey and Frank Ferrer]Gordon Gano · Hitting the Ground
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Order of the British Empire
- — · Member of the Order of the British Empire
- Mercury Prize
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Mercury Prize
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- Born in
- Corscombe
- From
- United Kingdom
- Active since
- 1991
- Instruments
- guitar, saxophone, autoharp, voice
- Voice
- soprano
- Labels
- Island Records, Too Pure
- Educated at
- Central Saint Martins, Beaminster School
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About
PJ Harvey, an iconic figure in alternative rock, continues to captivate audiences with her evocative music and profound lyricism. Born in Dorset, England, Harvey first gained widespread acclaim in the early 1990s with her debut album "Dry," establishing herself as a powerful voice in the music scene. Over the years, her work has earned her multiple awards, including the Mercury Prize for her albums "Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea" and "Let England Shake." In 2023, Harvey released her 10th studio album, "I Inside the Old Year Dying," a work deeply inspired by her epic poem Orlam. The album explores themes of first love, loss, and the search for meaning, showcasing her continuous evolution as an artist. Produced by longtime collaborators Flood and John Parish, the album features tracks like "A Child’s Question, August" and "Seem an I," blending haunting melodies with introspective lyrics.
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Alongside her music career, Harvey has explored various creative avenues. She has worked on soundtracks, poetry, and even collaborated on theatrical projects, demonstrating her versatility as an artist. Harvey's ability to seamlessly navigate between different forms of expression has solidified her status as a multifaceted creator.
PJ Harvey in brief
- How many PJ Harvey releases are on Riffiter?
- 137 releases are catalogued, spanning 1991 to 2026.
- When was PJ Harvey formed?
- PJ Harvey formed in 1988, in United Kingdom.
- What genre is PJ Harvey?
- PJ Harvey is catalogued under Alternative Rock.
- What is the most recent PJ Harvey release on Riffiter?
- Voyager, released in 2026.
- What awards has PJ Harvey won?
- PJ Harvey has 2 award wins on record, including Order of the British Empire (1×), Mercury Prize (1×).
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