In a unique collaborative project taking place in London, Courtney Love, Thurston Moore, Deb Googe of My Bloody Valentine, and Adrian Utley of Portishead are coming together to cover songs by the iconic singer-songwriter Marianne Faithfull. This news was confirmed by various sources and is also reflected in posts shared on social media.
The musicians convened at Konk Studios, which is owned by the legendary band the Kinks. Contributing to the project is renowned producer Rob Ellis, known for his significant association with PJ Harvey. On September 10, Googe took to Instagram to share images from the day, exclaiming, "I spent a day in the Kinks' studio, covering Marianne Faithfull songs."
While Utley expressed great enthusiasm for the initiative, describing it as a remarkable fusion of music and film, many details surrounding the project’s precise goals remain to be disclosed. The coalition of such prominent figures has sparked widespread interest, especially considering Marianne Faithfull's lasting impact on the music scene.
In December of last year, a tribute album titled 'The Faithfull: A Tribute To Marianne Faithfull' was released, displaying covers by a range of artists including Iggy Pop and Cat Power, featuring a total of 19 tracks originally performed by Faithfull. Additionally, Faithfull is currently preparing to auction several personal items through Sotheby's, which include memorabilia related to her fashion partnerships.
In related news, Courtney Love's recent studio activities with former Hole bassist Melissa Auf Der Maur have led to speculation about a potential revival of her band, Hole. It's been over two decades since the pair last collaborated, and during a recent performance with Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Love hinted at a possible return to the group, despite having previously dismissed the idea of a reunion. As these developments unfold, music fans are watching closely for any further updates regarding the covers project and Love's future endeavors in music.