PJ Harvey - B Sides Demos

Review by Tierra Booker

B-Sides Demos by PJ Harvey: A Treasure Trove of Raw Genius Let’s cut to the chase—PJ Harvey is a force of nature. And her 2022 release, B Sides Demos, under Thailand-based label The Swingin' Pig, proves that even when she’s not trying to dazzle you with studio magic, she still knocks it outta the park. This collection spans genres like Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, and Adult Alternative Pop/Rock, but honestly? Labels feel kinda useless here because this album feels more like flipping through someone’s personal diary. It’s messy, raw, and deeply human. Now, let me tell ya, there are a LOT of tracks on this thing (seriously, count 'em). But two stood out for me like neon signs in a foggy alley: “Nina in Ecstasy 2” and “The Faster I Breathe The Further I Go.” First up, “Nina in Ecstasy 2.” Oh man, where do I start? This track feels like PJ took all her leftover angst from some long-forgotten argument and turned it into pure gold. There’s an almost hypnotic rhythm to it—like walking down a dark street at night while overthinking life choices—but then BAM, those lyrics hit you right in the gut. You’re left wondering if Nina was real or just a figment of PJ’s wild imagination. Either way, I can’t stop humming it, which might be problematic since I keep forgetting the words. And then there’s “The Faster I Breathe The Further I Go,” both as a regular track AND its four-track version. Why does this one stick? Because it’s got that relentless energy, like running late for a bus you’ll never catch. The stripped-down demo vibe gives it this gritty authenticity that makes you wanna scream-sing along—even if your neighbors hate you afterward. Plus, isn’t that title just… relatable? Like, who hasn’t felt like they’re sprinting nowhere fast these days? Look, this album ain’t perfect. Some songs feel unfinished—which, duh, they kinda are. But that’s what makes it so dang compelling. It’s like peeking behind the curtain during a magician’s act—you see how the tricks work, but somehow it only adds to the wonder. Tracks like “Memphis” and “Man-Size [Demo]” remind us why PJ Harvey has been a rock icon for decades, blending poetic lyricism with raw emotion. Oh, and did I mention “Wang Dang Doodle”? Yeah, random AF, but oddly fun. It’s the musical equivalent of finding a quirky postcard tucked inside an old book. So here’s the kicker: listening to B Sides Demos feels less like hearing music and more like eavesdropping on PJ Harvey’s creative process. Sure, some moments feel rough around the edges, but isn’t that what makes art interesting? By the time I got to the end, I realized something weird—I kinda wished I could hang out with PJ in a dimly lit café somewhere, sipping coffee and talking nonsense about life. Or maybe just sitting quietly, letting the awkwardness build. Final verdict? If you’re a fan of PJ Harvey—or just someone who digs unpolished gems—this album’s worth your time. Just don’t blame me if you start dreaming about Nina in Ecstasy.

Artist: PJ Harvey
Album: B Sides Demos

Thailand

2002

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
One Time Too Many	2:54
Naked Cousin	04:01
Rebecca	3:13
Instrumental No.1	01:11
Who Will Love Me Now?	5:19
The Falling	03:54
Nina in Ecstasy 2	02:18
66 Promises	03:49
As Close as This Is	02:42
Memphis	03:54
Wang Dang Doodle	3:17
Dress	3:19
This Wicked Tongue	03:46
The Phone Song	04:13
Losing Ground	03:18
The Big Guns Called Me Back Again	02:44
Lying in the Sun	04:30
Missed	03:59
Sheela-Na-Gig	3:18
30	04:17
Man-Size [Demo]	03:26
Kick It to the Ground [Four-Track Version]	03:18
The Northwood	1:57
Sweeter Than Anything	3:15
Bows	03:47
Maniac	4:02
Victory	4:23
O Stella	3:17
My Own Private Revolution	03:58
Why D'ya Go to Cleveland	03:15
The Faster I Breathe The Further I Go	4:02
Satisfaction	3:46
Somebody's Down, Somebody's Name	03:42
Dry [Demo]	03:39
Hair	3:40
Harder	2:09
Who Will Love Me Now	05:21
Me-Jane [Demo]	02:58
Happy And Bleeding	4:48
Daddy	3:18
The Bay	03:13
Highway 61 Revisited [Demo]	03:14
Shaker Aamer	02:48
Water	4:36
Wait	02:16
Fountain	3:08
The Bay	3:14
The Age of the Dollar	03:13
Missed [Demo]	04:05
The Northwood	01:58
The Faster I Breathe the Further I Go [Four-Track Version]	04:03
Instrumental No. 2	01:49
Nina In Ecstasy	2:16
Dry	03:34
Instrumental No. 3	01:06
Lying In The Sun	4:28
Darling Be There	03:48
Dance	03:03

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TSP-CD-277

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The Swingin' Pig

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Phonographic Copyright (p)	The Swingin' Pig Records

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Tracks 1-13 are rare b-sides,
tracks 14-21 Dry demos from 1992.
Track 22 recorded live Brit Awards 1994.
℗ 2002 The Swingin' Pig Records.
Made in Thailand.
Realized somewhere over the rainbow.
Issued in glossy tri-fold digipak.
Track duration taken from computer.

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Matrix / Runout: TSP 277
Rights Society: GEMA

About PJ Harvey

Polly Jean "PJ" Harvey MBE (born 9 October 1969 Bridport, Dorset, England) is an English musician and singer-songwriter. Harvey began her career in 1988 when she joined Bristol band as a vocalist, guitarist and saxophone player. In 1991, she formed an eponymous trio with and . After the second studio album, Rid Of Me (1993), the trio evolved into a solo act.

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Polly Jean Harvey

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Harvey
Harvey PJ
Miss Polly Jean Harvey
P J H
P J Harvey
P-J. Harvey
P. Harvey
P. J. Harvey
P.J Harvey
P.J. Harvey
P.J.H.
P.J.Harvey
PJ
PJ. Harvey
PY Harvey
Pajamas Harvey
Pj Harvey
Polly
Polly Harvey
Polly Jane Harvey
Polly Jean Haarvey
Polly Jean Harvey
Polly-Jean Harvey

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that PJ Harvey's *B Sides Demos*, released in 2022, is a treasure trove of raw creativity? The album, out on The Swingin' Pig label in Thailand, features a mix of alternative rock, indie vibes, and haunting singer-songwriter tracks. It’s packed with demos and rare cuts like *Highway 61 Revisited [Demo]* and *Man-Size [Demo]* alongside deep, emotional tracks such as *Lying In The Sun* and *Nina In Ecstasy 2*. What makes it even cooler is how it showcases her evolution as an artist, with stripped-down versions of songs like *Dry [Demo]* and *The Northwood*. It’s like peeking into her creative process—real, unfiltered, and unforgettable.

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cuttingstickerdprintz

2025-03-16

Aún no entiendo cómo ninguna voz se opacó.

ericsauder

2025-03-15

Such. A. Good. Song! *sigh*

ocikewyq

2025-03-15

As I recall this was going to be some kind of duet between Bjork and Meatloaf (different song). Meatloaf couldn't make it. The producer's made some other suggestions, but Bjork insisted she wanted to do something with Polly. So the two quickly threw this together.