In 2013, Amanda Palmer responded sensationally to a sexist article published by the Daily Mail, which, in its review of one of her concerts, focused almost exclusively on the fact that Amanda had sung with an accidentally exposed boob. In response, the singer performed totally naked at London’s Roundhouse, singing a song specially composed for the occasion, entitled Dear Daily Mail.
The performance, ironic and scathing, forcefully asserted an artist’s right to express themselves without censorship. This gesture ties in strongly with the 2012 video clip The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, where Palmer’s nudity was already used as an expressive and symbolic vehicle.
The performance, ironic and scathing, forcefully asserted an artist’s right to express themselves without censorship. This gesture ties in strongly with the 2012 video clip The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, where Palmer’s nudity was already used as an expressive and symbolic vehicle.
