Band Notes: Sharon van Etten  The Brooklyn-based singer-
songwriter talks touring in Europe, Halloween costumes, and
opening up through her music.  By: Julyssa Lopez  Several years
ago, singer-songwriter Sharon Van Etten was urged to check out a
cover of her song “Love More.” This wasn’t just any cover—it was
released and performed by Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon and the
National’s Bryce and Aaron Dessner. The stunning homage to her
emotionally charged, raspy vocals and folk-tinged arrangements
led to a friendship with Aaron, who produced her third and
latest record, Tramp. The album showcases a grittier Van Etten
singing to the backing of a bigger band and louder
instrumentation, and features appearances by Beirut’s Zach
Condon, Wye Oak’s Jenn Wasner, and Doveman’s Thomas Bartlett.
Following her Tramp tour in Europe, we caught up with the
Brooklyn-based songstress to talk about her Thursday night show
at the 9:30 Club, her frequent collaborations, and why she no
longer feels like a tramp.  How was your tour in Eu