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Charlotte Franklin Hatherley (born in London; 20 June 1979) is an English guitarist and singer-songwriter. She initially came to prominence as guitarist and backing vocalist for alternative rock band Ash. Since departing Ash in 2006, she has found success as a solo artist, is also a touring as a guitarist with Bat For Lashes and as a bassist for Client.
On 20 January 2006 it was announced that Hatherley would be leaving Ash in an amicable breakup. This decision was initially thought to be based on Hatherley's intention to pursue a solo career further, although it later emerged she was asked to leave by the remaining three members.
Hatherley's second album, The Deep Blue was released on 5 March 2007. It was preceded by two singles; "Behave", in December, and "I Want You To Know", in February, along with an accompanying UK and Ireland tour. Two more singles were released to promote the album, "Siberia" and "Again". In 2007, Hatherley also opened for Blondie on their UK tour and played guitar for Bryan Ferry. In November 2007 she joined Client to fill the vacant role of bassist on their European and Scandinavian tours. With Client she is known as Client C.
In October 2008, Cinnabar City was announced as the title of Hatherley's third solo album, with a release currently expected September 2009. The album's opening track, Full Circle, débuted on BBC 6 Music's: The Nemone Show on 23 December.
In March 2009, Hatherley announced on her official website that she would be joining Bat For Lashes as a live member of the band throughout 2009.