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As anticipation runs high for PJ Harvey's forthcoming eighth LP, White Chalk, Polly Jean's finally dispensing with more juicy bits.

First up: A U.S. release date: September 25, the day after it drops in the UK, on Island. Second, she's added a single tour date-- at Bristol, England's Colston Hall on the day of White Chalk's UK release. And third, the single for "When Under Ether" drops September 17 in the UK.

Available on 7" or straight to the hard drive, the spare, somber "When Under Ether" comes backed by the previously unheard B-side "Wait", one of Harvey's first-ever recordings from 1988. How are the youth of today expected to look relevant when this maverick's been lacing dope cuts since we were in kindergarten? I ask you.

Go PJ (that's my PJ):

09-24 Bristol, England - Colston Hall
09-29 London, England - Royal Festival Hall