The muse inspiration of Kristin Hersh in Sa Pobla

Kristin Hersh started her career in music in 1980 at the age of 14.

She formed a high school band in Newport, Rhode Island which was originally called The Muses before becoming Throwing Muses a year later. An alternative rock band, they were the first American band to sign for the UK indie label 4AD (Cocteau Twins, This Mortal Coil and others).

The band continues to this day, as also does 50FootWave, a more electric-based band she put together in 2003. In addition, she has focused on solo projects. Her first album release - acoustic guitar, cello and her vocals - came out in 1994. Michael Stipe of R.E.M. featured on one of the tracks.

Her most recent album, Clear Pond Road, was released earlier this year. One reviewer wrote: “Deliciously dark and yet full of an elegant lightness. This is Hersh at the top of her considerable game.” A warm appraisal of a highly regarded performer who is in Mallorca for the latest Women Don’t Wait For Waits concert.