Pearl Charles

Neal Francis & Pearl Charles

A raucous night at Islington Assembly Hall helped me to answer some musical questions.

Nov 7 •

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Sleepless Dreamer by Pearl Charles

As Pearl Charles gets her luggage together for another trip to Europe with Michael Rault, I sense that she needs a rest from America.

Oct 23 •

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It's Not Pearl Charles' Birthday (At All)

Steely Dan reincarnated with a clever song about deceit and narcissism.

Oct 10 •

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Why Musicians Are Vital

A few recent conversations led me to write something new.

Aug 24 •

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Step Too Far by Pearl Charles

I couldn't quite nail this one for my Desert Queen deep dive so I am trying again as Pearl sets off to mainland Europe in November.

Jun 28 •

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Desert Queen by Pearl Charles

Pearl's album Desert Queen is available on Bandcamp and physical formats; several of the singles are available to stream.

Jun 10 •

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Pearl Charles at London Moth Club

A No. 55 bus ride to London's dark eastern underbelly. Would any of us make it out of Hackney alive? Spoiler alert: yes, some of us would.

Jun 9 •

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