What did Courtney Love and Marianne Faithfull think of media comparisons?

Courtney Love and Marianne Faithfull both disliked being compared to each other by the media, finding it a way to diminish their individual artistry.

How did Marianne Faithfull's music inspire Courtney Love?

Courtney Love was inspired by Marianne Faithfull's album 'Broken English,' discovering it at a gay disco and finding Faithfull's raw expression and resilience impactful.

Did Courtney Love and Marianne Faithfull have a personal connection?

Yes, Courtney Love and Marianne Faithfull developed a personal connection, partly through their mutual friend Carrie Fisher, despite their shared aversion to comparisons.

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Love & Faithfull: A Bond Beyond Comparisons

24 Feb

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Summary

Love and Faithfull disliked being compared by media outlets.
Faithfull's music, particularly 'Broken English,' inspired Love.
Carrie Fisher helped foster a connection between the artists.

Love & Faithfull: A Bond Beyond Comparisons

Courtney Love reflected on her bond with the late Marianne Faithfull, noting their shared dislike for media comparisons.

Love recalled discovering Faithfull's music at an all-ages gay disco in Portland, Oregon, where David Bowie's 'Scary Monsters' and Faithfull's 'Broken English' were prominent. Faithfull's song featuring the word 'c---' made a significant impression on Love.

Love also remembered witnessing Faithfull's powerful 1988 performance of 'Times Square' in New York. This performance, which became part of the live album 'Blazing Away,' deeply affected Love, especially seeing Faithfull perform after overcoming significant personal struggles.