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Charlotte Hatherley

Charlotte Hatherley is an English singer, guitarist, and songwriter recognized for her contributions to the alternative rock band Ash as a guitarist and backing vocalist. Since departing Ash in 2006, she has pursued a solo career and toured with established musicians like Bryan Ferry, KT Tunstall, Bat for Lashes, Cold Specks, Rosie Lowe, and Birdy. Additionally, Hatherley was a touring member of NZCA Lines and served as the musical director for South African artist Nakhane.

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June 1979: Charlotte Hatherley's Birth

In June 1979, Charlotte Franklin Hatherley was born. She is an English singer, guitarist, and songwriter known for her work with Ash and as a solo artist.

August 1997: Ash Debut at Belfast's Limelight

On 10 August 1997, Charlotte Hatherley made her debut as a guitarist for Ash at Belfast's Limelight. The following week, the new lineup performed at the V Festival in front of 50,000 people.

1998: Recording Career with Ash

In 1998, Charlotte Hatherley's recording career with Ash continued with the album Nu-Clear Sounds.

2002: Relationship with Edgar Wright

In 2002, Charlotte Hatherley was in a relationship with director Edgar Wright, which lasted for several years.

January 2006: Departure from Ash Announced

On 20 January 2006, it was announced that Charlotte Hatherley would be leaving Ash in an amicable breakup.

2006: Departure from Ash

In 2006, Charlotte Hatherley left the alternative rock band Ash and began working as a solo artist and touring musician.

March 2007: Release of "The Deep Blue" Album

On 5 March 2007, Charlotte Hatherley's second album, The Deep Blue, was released. It was preceded by two singles, "Behave" and "I Want You To Know," along with a UK and Ireland tour.

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2007: Touring Guitarist for Bryan Ferry

In 2007, Charlotte Hatherley was a touring guitarist for Bryan Ferry.

October 2009: Release of "New Worlds" Album

In October 2009, Charlotte Hatherley's third solo album, New Worlds, was released. The album received positive reviews.

2009: Joined Bat for Lashes as Live Member

In 2009, Charlotte Hatherley joined Bat for Lashes as a live member of the band.

2010: Joined KT Tunstall's Band

In 2010, Charlotte Hatherley joined KT Tunstall's band, playing lead guitar, coinciding with the release of Tunstall's Tiger Suit album.

February 2012: Performing as Sylver Tongue

In February 2012, Charlotte Hatherley began performing under the name of Sylver Tongue.

November 2012: Release of "Something Big EP"

In November 2012, Sylver Tongue, released the Something Big EP.

2014: Score for 'The Last Man' and 'This May Hurt a Bit'

In 2014, Charlotte Hatherley wrote the score for Gavin Rothery's sci-fi short film The Last Man and composed the music for Stella Feehily's play This May Hurt a Bit.

2015: Performing Member of Cold Specks

During 2015, Charlotte Hatherley was a performing member of Cold Specks.

2016: Performing Member of NZCA Lines and Touring for Birdy

During 2016, Charlotte Hatherley was a performing member of NZCA Lines and toured as guitarist/keyboardist for Birdy.

2016: Relationship with Alex Godfrey

Since late 2016, Charlotte Hatherley has been in a relationship with artist and Empire features editor Alex Godfrey.

2017: Musical Director for Nakhane

From 2017, Charlotte Hatherley was musical director, guitarist and keyboardist for South African artist Nakhane.

2017: Pre-release of "True Love" Album via PledgeMusic

In 2017, Charlotte Hatherley pre-released her solo album True Love via PledgeMusic. The album is inspired by science fiction and tells the story of Traveller, a heartbroken alien searching for love.

2017: Toured as Guitarist/Keyboardist for Birdy

Throughout 2017, Charlotte Hatherley toured as guitarist/keyboardist for Birdy, coinciding with the release of Birdy's Beautiful Lies album.

June 2018: Official Release of "True Love" Album

In June 2018, Charlotte Hatherley's album "True Love", inspired by science fiction, was officially released, receiving positive reviews.

2018: Played Guitar on KT Tunstall's Tour

In 2018, Charlotte Hatherley played guitar on KT Tunstall's tour.

2019: Composed the score for the film 'Imogen'

In 2019, Charlotte Hatherley composed the score for the film Imogen, directed by Lola Young and Matt Shea.

2019: Played for Frank Turner and on Fred Deakin's Album

In 2019, Charlotte Hatherley played for Frank Turner and played on Fred Deakin's album The Lasters.

March 2020: Premiere of 'Imogen' Postponed

In March 2020, the premiere of the film Imogen, for which Charlotte Hatherley composed the score, was postponed due to COVID-19.

May 2020: Soundtrack for 'Imogen' Released

In May 2020, the soundtrack for the film Imogen, scored by Charlotte Hatherley, was released.

June 2020: Birth of Daughter Rosa Mars

In late June 2020, Charlotte Hatherley and Alex Godfrey had a daughter named Rosa Mars.

2020: Musical Director for Nakhane

Until 2020, Charlotte Hatherley served as the musical director, guitarist, and keyboardist for South African artist Nakhane.

2021: Played Guitars on 'Gunpowder Milkshake' Score

In 2021, Charlotte Hatherley played guitars on composer Frank Ilfman's score for the film Gunpowder Milkshake.

2021: Played on Imelda May's and Natalie Imbruglia's Albums

In 2021, Charlotte Hatherley played on Imelda May's album 11 Past the Hour and Natalie Imbruglia's Firebird.

2022: Contributed to 'Flux Gourmet' Score

In 2022, Charlotte Hatherley contributed to the score for director Peter Strickland's film Flux Gourmet.

2022: Reunion Tour with Ash

In 2022, Charlotte Hatherley reunited with the band Ash for a UK tour to support the 21st anniversary of Free All Angels.

2023: Played with Birdy for Portraits Tour

During 2023, Charlotte Hatherley played as part of Birdy's live band for the Portraits tour.

2024: Played in Bat For Lashes' Live Band

Across Summer 2024, Charlotte Hatherley played in Bat For Lashes' live band for the Dream Of Delphi tour in the UK and Europe.