Yeah, there should have been recognition of Lotus Plaza. I like Atlas Sound, but it was never the way I felt about a proper Deerhunter release—pure love. However, I always thought Bradford was the genius behind it all. Then Lotus Plaza came out with Spooky Action at a Distance and it clicked—that’s more Deerhunter than Atlas Sound. Deerhunter need Lockett Pundt to exist.

It should never have been a matter of concern, subversive or not. It’s just a middle finger and I didn’t even notice it. It’s like if someone gave the peace sign. I just see it as a hand gesture, not an act of rebellion.

And people need to stop thinking she was or is a revolutionary savior. She’s an awesome example of a talented brown woman, who gives the finger now and then.