It was awkward like F minor the first time I saw you naked

March 18, 2018 2:36 PM

Lauren Ruth Ward: the raspy, queer soul singer we deserve or what happens when you mix Florence Welch And Janis Joplin.

Some stand out videos:
Blue Collar Sex Kitten
Make Love To Myself
Sideways

posted by signal (6 comments total)

Good songwriting, but her rock voice leans more towards country than to soul, in my listening.
posted by kozad at 3:18 PM on March 18, 2018

I'm hearing more Alanis than Janis
posted by scruss at 6:12 PM on March 18, 2018

It's been barely a month since we talked about transgender soul wonder Jackie Shane, but what the hell, I'm bringing her up again anyway.
posted by DirtyOldTown at 6:39 PM on March 18, 2018 [3 favorites]

That white paint makeup thing she's got is interesting. The video for Sheet Stains actually shows her painting it on.
posted by irisclara at 8:48 PM on March 18, 2018

This is relevant to my interests.
posted by DrAstroZoom at 8:55 AM on March 19, 2018

My god, Nylon and their hyperbole.

Still, great voice.
posted by lumpenprole at 2:11 PM on March 19, 2018