Nandi Rose Plunkett

Nandi Rose Plunkett is a singer, songwriter, and producer who writes and performs under the name Half Waif. The project, which blends pop and experimental electronic sounds, has been featured in the New Yorker, Village VoicePitchfork, and NPR. The band’s second LP, Lavender, is out on April 27 on Cascine. (Photo Credit: Tonje Thilesen)
 

Talks

What Does a Failed Caretaker Look Like?

By Nandi Rose Plunkett | March 27, 2020

What Does a Failed Caretaker Look Like?

Half Waif’s Nandi Rose created a character for The Caretaker.

Introducing: “Back in Brooklyn”

By Nandi Rose Plunkett | April 10, 2018

Introducing: “Back in Brooklyn”

The premiere of a new Half Waif song, plus an essay from its writer.

Julien Baker’s Expansive, Holy New Album

By Nandi Rose Plunkett | October 24, 2017

Julien Baker’s Expansive, Holy New Album

Turn Out the Lights is rich with moments of abandon, becoming a showcase for her vocal chops.