5 Things to Know About PJ Harvey’s Rid of Me Album

It was the final album by the original PJ Harvey trio. The band disbanded in late 1993, making Rid of Me the last record from that early lineup.

The album was produced by Steve Albini. His raw, minimalist production style gives the record a harsh, unpolished sound that matches its intense lyrics.

It was recorded in just two weeks. The quick session captured the trio’s live energy without overproduction or studio tricks.

The title track is a cover of a 1960s song. Harvey’s version transforms the original into a menacing, distorted rock anthem.

The album received critical acclaim but was a commercial disappointment. It peaked at number 158 on the US Billboard 200, though it’s now considered a landmark 1990s alternative rock record.