Carrie Brownstein on Richard Avedon's Portrait of Cat Power
Briefly

In 2003, Cat Power, the alias of musician Chan Marshall, achieves a unique status in the indie music scene. Despite the label "chanteuse," her sound is gritty and raw, evoking a compelling emotional experience. Reviewers describe Cat Power’s live performances as unpredictable yet mesmerizing, comparable to the sensations of a hallucinatory experience. Richard Avedon's portrait of Marshall further enhances her enigma, presenting her in a moment brimming with both intimacy and distance, causing viewers to reflect on their perception of her identity and the transient nature of personal connection.
In a rarefied air of indie music, Cat Power's raw, gritty voice captivates audiences, evoking both beauty and chaos in a transient emotional journey.
Richard Avedon's portrait of Cat Power invites deeper interpretation, challenging viewers to question the nature of her identity through the layers of her appearance.
Read at The New Yorker
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