Tori Amos is amazing! Cornflake Girl, Silent All These Years, Precious Things, Little Earthquakes, Caught A Light Sneeze, Spark, God… and SOOO many more! You can deep dive this one and appreciate her genius ❤
Listen to Silent All These Years. The back story of that song is so powerful and intimate. And her later stuff in the 90s like Spark, is very reminiscent of this.
Her live performance of "Winter" brings a tear to my eyes every time I hear it. This is the version I am talking about: ua-cam.com/video/jmk0AVNRBIY/v-deo.html
Wow! Here is a woman who needs more reactions. This whole album is gold. Caught her live twice and never get tired of her music. She counts Kate Bush and Joni Mitchell among her influences. ALSO: Did the video you're watching skip after the second verse?
Not only is the video version a different edit, it's also a different mix than the album version. Weirdly, I prefer the album verses and the video mix. 🤷♂ But my favorite Tori songs are "Precious Things" and "Winter".
Tori is a classically trained mezzo-soprano. She is the youngest person ever to win a full scholarship to The Peabody Institute (a performance conservatory and prep school) @ Johns Hopkins University AT 5 YRS OLD!! , Kate Bush has always been one of Tori's biggest influences. And Kate is ALL OVER this piece. She ALWAYS sits at her piano like that. ✌️🎶
Tori is literally a musical genius. She has a very deep personal history, which you could find out more and then listen to “silent all these years” She’s a master at lyrics, and a master at composing, and a piano prodigy,… period!
Did she perform this song? I saw her in 96 and she did not :( I got a bootleg CD some time after that of her performing live in other countries and Crucify was on it but half-way through she stops and says "Oh sh!t I forgot the words" LOL
Her relationship to the piano is entirely unique, it’s an extension of her body, it’s just amazing to watch. I can’t say enough good for her and her music, you definitely need to go down this rabbit hole!
I see people misusing the word “underrated” all the time. This artist, THIS is where this word should be applied. She has a MASSIVE following, but it’s still not what she deserves. I’ve seen her in concert at least 5 or 6 times, and it’s always a transcendent experience. Please continue to follow the music of this lovely woman. I was watching this music video when it WORLD PREMIERED on MTV. And I've been listening to her ever since. I haven’t watched the video yet, but right or wrong, I’m looking forward to this reaction.
Omg! Can’t believe you’re doing Tori. I’ve loved her since her first album and have seen her in concert many times. The talent is undeniable. The way you mentioned her sitting at the piano-that is now she does her concerts so she’s playing and singing but still interacting with the audience. She is an extremely talented and classically trained musician and piano player. She attended a very prestigious school from an extremely young age (possibly their youngest student ever) and left the school because she couldn’t pursue her own personal unique style. Please go down the Tori rabbit hole. I don’t even know what song to suggest next because she doesn’t have a bad one.
The first time I saw her was there about 25 years ago or so it was a magical night, seen her a few times since then but nothing beats Red Rocks and Tori Amos it's a special kind of magic and I'm super jealous of you and anyone else that gets to go LOL I'm stuck in the desert and I can't join y'all but I know you'll have the time of your lives, she loves Denver and it shows when she plays there!✌🌌😎
HUGE Tori fan here. My mom bought me her album 'Little Earthquakes' when I was 14 years old (in 1992) and I was smitten! I saw her twice in concert in the '90's and she was A-MAZING! She played 2 pianos AT ONCE! Tori is a true artist. 💜
I have a very similar experience! I was 15 and I was in my room studying and my mom brought home Boys for Pele. I think in 1996. I should have been studying, but from the first note of beauty queen/horses I was hooked. I didn't do much studying! I have seen her live many times. I saw her in Amsterdam just a few weeks ago. Absolutely fantastic! She is amazing. xoxo
@@DanalynTuthill-yl4hd I agree--If he likes her this much right away, slow shouldn't bother him. And I also agree with you that a father with daughters will get a lot out of it (the whole album, for that matter).
Yay! I'm so happy y'all are finally hearing some Tori! I've suggested her so many times, so I am very happy. 🤗 And I know a lot of people are gonna comment with more song suggestions (all of which will be amazing!). But I'm gonna recommend "A Sorta Fairytale". Just make sure you watch the official video because it's kinda weird, but in the best way! 😁 You also get extra points if you know who the actor featured in it is. 😉
The entire Little Earthquakes album is an absolute masterpiece! Hope you react to much more Tori in the future.. you won't be sorry! Thanks J & A for this one...
Yes! Tori is a magical wonder! She will teach you, make you uncomfortable, and bring you into the most secret places in yourself. She’s really a treasure!
I got to see her in concert last year. She has two keyboards and plays both at the same time. As someone who has played piano their whole life, I was SUPER impressed.
Tori Amos - "Winter" and "Silent All These Years" (From "Live At Montreux 91/92") is a must! She is a brilliant pianist, like masterclass type talent! Some of her music is really deep and sparks some emotions. When those two songs first came out, they touched my soul. Her live performances make it that much better. She has an amazing voice too. It's not just the fact she has great breath control but also that she uses her breathing to add feeling into the story she is telling. In fact, I'm going to watch them again right now! She has done quite a few cover songs which are unique in her interpretation.
As a person who was a young adult in the eighties. I was exposed to a lot of different genres of music and decades of experiences. I am also a musician who looks and listens for unique artists. Tori is special and like Amber said; I am digging her instrumentation and sound. I am a Kate Bush and Sarah McLachlan fan. Tori gives me the same feeling these amazing women gave me when they arrived in my life. Awesome. I will check out her song book. Love new finds an talent. Canadian Grandma. Lori. C.
Tori is amazing! She will be in Indiana in July. Some must songs to checkout: "Silent All These Years", "Mary", "Past The Mission", "Taxi Ride", "Blood Roses", "Trouble's Lament", "A Sorta Fairytale", "Real Men", "Winter", "Pancake", "Bouncing Off Of Clouds", "Sleeps With Butterflies", "Amber Waves", and "Cornflake Girl".
NO ONE plays piano like Tori. She is golden. Listen to Cornflake Girl next. The piano solos are beyond fire. One of my favorite musical compositions of all time.
YES!!!!!! Finally, you react to a Tori song!!! I love Tori, and have since the 90s. This was a great introduction, and I hope you dive further into her discography. "Caught a Lite Sneeze" is my personal favorite, but you can also try "God", "Silent All These Years", "A Sorta Fairytale", or "Taxi Ride". She was a piano prodigy since childhood and if you continue down this road, you'll get some epic piano tracks!
This is the 1st song off her album Little Earthquakes, which is a masterpiece. I know you hear that all the time, but it really is. Not one weak song of the 12 on it. The lyrics are often dark, but the melodies are beautiful. Girl, Winter, and Silent All These Years are highlights, and when you're ready for something truly intense, consider Me and a Gun. You'll never forget it.
I never know if I should recommend Me and a Gun because it can be a tough listen. Not musically of course. And the a cappella style really shows off her voice.
@@emilywilhite5807 I think a capella is a big reason to hear it. Such a powerful vocal. But can't disagree that it's a tough listen (or about the trigger warning).
Yeah, a trigger warning is smart but they've done songs about traumatic experiences in the past and it would be interesting to view a reaction to something a capella.
You have to do live versions when checking out Tori. She is an excellent pianist, excellent vocalist, unique songwriter -- but above all else she is a live performance artist. I have seen her reduce more than a few grown men to tears with the way she connects her performance to the audience. She has some jazz improvisation in the way she delivers a song differently each time.
I remember Tori and Alanis came out about the same time.. and let me tell you .. they both really captivated everyone who saw them perform and heard them sing.. as they both just were sooooooooo different, unique, bold and really created their very own lanes where they didn't have to share their audience with other female performers of that era.. as their cult followings were quick and huge!!! Oh and yes you can defo hear the Kate Bush influence with Tori in this one... and it's mesmerizing!!! Love Tori!!
"Precious Things", "A Sorta Fairytale", "Cornflake Girl", and "Winter" (ideally either the Gold Dust version or the live version of Winter) are some of my favorites from Tori.
Great intro to Tori. This was the song that introduced me to her in the Summer of 1992 when I was 14. Since then I've seen her 26 times live. She's a treasure. Not always everyone's cup of tea, but undoubtedly talented and innovative and ahead of her time and passionate and inspiring, etc. . . with a huge catalog of wonderfully diverse music and ideas. ❤️
Tori Amos is an amazing musician and lyricist. She was the youngest person to ever be accepted to Peabody school of music and arts. Y’all need to check out “Winter” live at Montreaux. You will see why she has a huge fan base until this day.
Finally! I've been waiting on this. At five, Tori became the youngest student ever admitted to the preparatory division of the Peabody Institute to study classical piano. Tori dropped her debut album Little Earthquakes in 1992 to critical acclaim. It is my second favorite album of all time. I hope you will review more songs from that album and then explore further into her music catalog. I have been fortunate to see her live I think 7 times and she sounds even better live. I remember seeing her perform in 1992 in a small venue and got to meet her parents who were not sure if this was going to work as she was in a prior group that flopped called "Why Kant Tori Read?" The album bombed and yet she was under contract and had to release more music, but this time as a solo artist. She would release Little Earthquakes which would launch her into stardom and it was perfect timing as female artists of all genres really exploded throughout the 90s if you remember Lilith Fair? She has sometimes been compared to Kate Bush. Tori is still recording new music and is currently on tour. She has also published two books and composed and had a musical called the Light Princess released in England.
I LOVE that you both have FINALLY reacted to Tori. She's one of the giants of 90s music. An incredible force in an era that was full of strong and opinionated women. Thank you.
There are so many creative women artists in music today. Granted, Tori, PJ Harvey, Fiona Apple, and the band Sleater-Kinney have been around 30 years give or take, but then you have Courtney Barnett, Phoebe Bridgers, Sharon Van Etten, Anna Tivel; the list goes on. I'm an old geezer, but I still get excited about new finds as you put it, whether it's newer music, or something from previous decades that I may have missed. Great stuff.
Yay, finally doing Tori Amos! She began playing the piano when she was 2 by ear. She was the youngest piano student admitted to the Peabody Institute at age 5. She was kicked out at age 11 because she didn't want to keep learning how to play classical music or to read it since she already could play anything pretty much. She wanted to go her own way. Fascinating story. She persevered for ten years before she got a label to pick her up because "piano wasn't in anymore". Basically she was on the scene the same time as grunge. She does some incredible covers of Kurt Cobain's songs and a few other artist. Precious Things, Winter (my personal favorite) - some of the most beautiful singing and piano playing ever, oh I can't forget Cornflake Girl - album version is great but some of her live concerts are phenomenal. Her breath control is incredible and the ability to switch from high to low notes, soft to loud, etc. are her true talent as well as making the piano and her voice really match up.
Yay! Tori Amos is probably my favorite female artist. She's absolutely amazing. "Precious Things" and "Caught a Lite Sneeze" are other great songs to check out.
Great artist. Saw her live twice in the 90s. She was a piano prodigy. She got her professional start playing in piano bars. She got tired of being ignored by bar patrons, so she came up with her provocative playing style.
Tori was everything in my teens in the early 90s. I dedicated her song Winter to my dad before he passed away and I still cry everytime I hear that song. That was almost 20 years ago. Her music is very deep, thought provoking, and moving. Definately do more Tori.
Tori’s “Silent All These Years” came out just as I was growing into a young adult. Her words really spoke to me. A lot of her songs have deep meanings. Her voice and her music are amazing! So many great songs.
I grew up listening to so much different music in the 80’s including classic rock, heavy metal, Motown, Oldies, Punk rock, rap, etc. Ive always loved Tori Amos music since I first heard her in the mid 90’s probably.
Tori is the Queen of personal and emotional songs. A literal piano prodigy, beautiful voice, and amazing songwriter, she can be so raw that it hurts to listen
Tori Amos is amazing! Been a fan since her first album, even named my daughter after her! After 32+ years, I’m finally going to see her live out here in San Diego!
Tori Amos blew the roof off the 80-90s and now- brutally honest lyrics and FIRE stage presence… i saw her 3 yrs then.. Dear God. Enjoy the ride. Every album is different- just like the way she sits and plays..
You've gotten other requests for "Winter" and "Silent All These Years", both of which are excellent, but my FAVORITE is "Raspberry Swirl." It's chaotic and amazing.
This album came out my senior year of high school. Little Earthquakes is def on of my top 10 albums of all time. I shared it with my great niece, who is a senior this year, and now she’s a fan girl too. I’ve seen Tori twice live and she’s just astounding. There’s so many of her songs I could suggest. Here’s just a few faves: Silent All These Years Cornflake Girl Hey Jupiter 1,000 Oceans A Sorta Fairytale Spark There’s literally 30 years worth to cover, but I think these are a good start. Or at least some of the more commercially known ones.
Tori Amos is such a great artist. Her music is so personal and raw. She has a song called Me and a Gun which is literally about when she was raped in L.A. when she was 21. It's a rough listen but i respect her so much for being able to put that out there. Silent All These Years and Cornflake Girl are also really great songs from her
Seen her in concert about 5 yrs ago and she’s still AMAZING!! Singing great and sitting in between a grand piano to her left and a keyboard to her right, playing them both sometimes simultaneously or shifting between them….. unbelievable!!!!
I fell in love with Tori’s music on a flight from Seattle to Chicago in 1999 the day after Thanksgiving. They were playing a VH1 Storytellers of her performing live. I was feeling terrible and her music transported me to a different distracting place for awhile. She’s such a talented artist. Thanks for reacting to her! ❤
I used to listen to her all the time in college. Love her music. And yes, she has some dark songs. For a darker more gritty song try Me and a Gun. Also, a good one is Silent all These Years!
Yesss!! Tori is amazing! Love seeing yalls reaction to this! Listen to the song Winter it’s so emotive and a lot of her LIVE performances from the 90s are stunning!
So pleased you’re doing Tori! I have been such a fan of hers for decades. Her music help me in the darkest time in my life. Just to let you guys know, she was a piano prodigy as a kid and her talent only massed as she got older. Check out her ‘Precious Things’. Probably her most popular song. Also, check out ‘Me and a Gun’. She is a rape survivor. She wrote that song as therapy for that trauma. If you scope that song, know that and listen to the words.
Tori has been around since 1991, over 15 studio albums, still touring (on tour now, actually), and deserves way more recognition than she's been given. I hope you get around to checking out more of her stuff. God, Caught A Lite Sneeze, Spark ,Bliss, A Sorta Fairytale.... there are so many amazing tracks to chose from.
OMG, I love that y'all are finally getting around to Tori. My all time favorite artist! I would stick with this album for a bit before moving on to her later works (although, there are plenty of amazing songs in her catalog) but "Little Earthquakes" is one of the most impactful debut albums ever released. It is a statement piece that grabbed critics and fans alike when it exploded onto the scene. This album literally changed my life. I didn't take it out of the CD player for months. I would suggest "Winter" next or maybe "China". "Leather" is a personal favorite.
One of my favorites! Have seen her 3 times live. Always stunning! From this same album....listen to "Winter"; "China"; & title track, " Little Earthquakes." Great 🎵!!
She puts you in her shoes, she takes you places, soaring above the clouds, down in the mud. Tori is a poet that happens to have a great voice & keyboard chops. And the abundance of sexuality that will lure you into a conversation about some really uncomfortable issues. Besides being a top tier talent, she is the music.
Tori Amos, Annie Lennox and Bjork hold a special place in my heart for music that cuts deep and is so expressive and different. It's hard to put them in any particular genre because of their unique compositions.
She is absolutely seismic as an artist. I am so happy you are finally experiencing her. Her whole catalog is amazing. "Winter, I don't like Mondays, and Northern Lad" are just a few you should check out. ❤
I love the album called "Boys For Pele". It has probably her best known song called "Caught A Lite Sneeze". She's also done some really interesting cover songs by everyone from Nirvana to Slayer.
@@jenniferkasowicz9463 it's hard to really judge a popular song by her. She technically hasn't had a hit song. I just said "Caught A Lite Sneeze" because that usually is the one people I know mention, if they even know of her. 😊
It makes me so incredibly happy that y'all react to Tori Amos. One of my favorites artists of all time i can't wait till you hear some more of her wonderful music!!!
I’ve seen Tori Amos in concert during the Abnormally Attracted to Sin album tour. I adore that album. Strong Black Vine probably sticks out the most to me. But the whole album is brilliant. She had so much energy and the talent is overwhelming. Love her! Great choice!❤
Tori Amos is amazing! Cornflake Girl, Silent All These Years, Precious Things, Little Earthquakes, Caught A Light Sneeze, Spark, God… and SOOO many more! You can deep dive this one and appreciate her genius ❤
Silent All These Years and Little Earthquakes are favorites of mine, but there really isn't a bad pick. So much talent!
Winter.
Excuse me but can I be you for awhile...
I quite agree, and also obviously Me and a Gun
Sugar.
Listen to Silent All These Years. The back story of that song is so powerful and intimate. And her later stuff in the 90s like Spark, is very reminiscent of this.
Both awesome songs.
Ive wondered what is it really about
Her live performance of "Winter" brings a tear to my eyes every time I hear it. This is the version I am talking about: ua-cam.com/video/jmk0AVNRBIY/v-deo.html
Absolutely!
Her masterpiece. For her Dad ❤
Montreaux 1991/1992, either version is gorgeous!
Yes, this live version will take your breath away for sure.
Uh me too… when you gonna make up your mind, when you gonna love you as much as I do, ‘cause things are gonna change so fast… 😢 fantastic
Wow! Here is a woman who needs more reactions. This whole album is gold. Caught her live twice and never get tired of her music. She counts Kate Bush and Joni Mitchell among her influences. ALSO: Did the video you're watching skip after the second verse?
There are a couple edits in the video version unfortunately.
Yep.
Not only is the video version a different edit, it's also a different mix than the album version. Weirdly, I prefer the album verses and the video mix. 🤷♂
But my favorite Tori songs are "Precious Things" and "Winter".
I can't imagine why anyone would want to alter the song from the album version in the slightest. It's wonderful as is.
You can definitely hear their influence on Tori's style, especially Kate Bush's.
Tori is a classically trained mezzo-soprano. She is the youngest person ever to win a full scholarship to The Peabody Institute (a performance conservatory and prep school) @ Johns Hopkins University AT 5 YRS OLD!! , Kate Bush has always been one of Tori's biggest influences. And Kate is ALL OVER this piece. She ALWAYS sits at her piano like that. ✌️🎶
She’s got a beautiful voice and she’s hot as Hell too. Lmao
Don't forget she got kicked out at age 11 for "musical insubordination" lol.
Yes! I think of Tori Amos’ music as a cross between Kate Bush and Patti Smith.
Definitely see the Kate Bush in this.
@@tomk_616 fortunately :)
YAY! Finally entering the Tori Amos universe. Enjoy “Winter” next, (live at Montreux 91/92) you’ll both bawl your eyes out!
Winter live at Montreux 91/92 is essential.
Tori Amos Universe! What a great place to be.
Disagree, everyone should hear the album version first, with the full orchestra. Then the stripped-down live version(s) for comparison.
Absolutely must react to this song and this version. Her voice and piano are haunting and beautiful.
Yes yes yes. This song. This performance.
“Tear in your hand” is my absolute favorite ❤
I LIVE for Tori Amos and finally after being a fan for 30 years saw her live in Boston and she was EVERYTHING ❤
I saw her for the first time last summer after the same amount of time listening to her music. She was amazing
Im not familiar with her...but I dont care for this song much at all.
@Henry Pacheco She definitely doesn't dissapoint, and ty for the positive comment.
@@josephprovencher6345 She disappointed me..I didnt care for her at all.
@@donkey3187 Enough to comment at least twice about it when no one even asked you once. Do you always go around pissing in people's Cheerios?!
Little Earthquakes is an album journey. It still speaks to me.
The piano is part of her. Her delivery and timing are amazing. The pauses are full.
Tori is literally a musical genius. She has a very deep personal history, which you could find out more and then listen to “silent all these years”
She’s a master at lyrics, and a master at composing, and a piano prodigy,… period!
Tori is everything! Deep catalog of masterpieces
I saw her perform years ago. She did a cover of "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Incredible singer!!
AND her song "Caught a Lite Sneeze" has a Nine Inch Nails reference... she definitely has her harder side!
@@Shrykespeare Yes slipped my mind. It was a long time ago I saw her. Very interesting biography about her life online!
@@Shrykespeare Precious Things also has a NIN reference. Well she actually says the words Nine Inch Nails LOL
Did she perform this song? I saw her in 96 and she did not :( I got a bootleg CD some time after that of her performing live in other countries and Crucify was on it but half-way through she stops and says "Oh sh!t I forgot the words" LOL
@@toriboy25 Yes she performed Smells Like Teen Spirit and I'm aware of the bootleg you have if not mistaken. I saw her in Asheville N.C.
Her relationship to the piano is entirely unique, it’s an extension of her body, it’s just amazing to watch. I can’t say enough good for her and her music, you definitely need to go down this rabbit hole!
I see people misusing the word “underrated” all the time.
This artist, THIS is where this word should be applied.
She has a MASSIVE following, but it’s still not what she deserves.
I’ve seen her in concert at least 5 or 6 times, and it’s always a transcendent experience.
Please continue to follow the music of this lovely woman.
I was watching this music video when it WORLD PREMIERED on MTV. And I've been listening to her ever since.
I haven’t watched the video yet, but right or wrong, I’m looking forward to this reaction.
Omg! Can’t believe you’re doing Tori. I’ve loved her since her first album and have seen her in concert many times. The talent is undeniable. The way you mentioned her sitting at the piano-that is now she does her concerts so she’s playing and singing but still interacting with the audience. She is an extremely talented and classically trained musician and piano player. She attended a very prestigious school from an extremely young age (possibly their youngest student ever) and left the school because she couldn’t pursue her own personal unique style. Please go down the Tori rabbit hole. I don’t even know what song to suggest next because she doesn’t have a bad one.
Little Earthquakes is classic!!!
Winter : a masterpiece !
She still holds the record for youngest at the Peabody.
The song “ GOD” is incredible!!! I saw her in concert and you are right… She dances on the piano bench!
And plays two pianos at once!! (Or piano and harpsichord or piano and synthesizer….) incredible.
Seeing Tori at Red Rocks this Summer. Seeing her for first time. So excited.
You'll LOVE HER! Been following her since Silent All These Years ❤
Seen her a ton of times. No matter if she's touring solo or as with all her backing musicians you will not be disappointed.
I'm so excited for you!!! Saw her back in the 90s and it was absolutely astonishing!
The first time I saw her was there about 25 years ago or so it was a magical night, seen her a few times since then but nothing beats Red Rocks and Tori Amos it's a special kind of magic and I'm super jealous of you and anyone else that gets to go LOL I'm stuck in the desert and I can't join y'all but I know you'll have the time of your lives, she loves Denver and it shows when she plays there!✌🌌😎
Past the Mission - great song, vid & special guest Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails
Love the vid
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My mom birthed me, but Tori raised me.
HUGE Tori fan here. My mom bought me her album 'Little Earthquakes' when I was 14 years old (in 1992) and I was smitten! I saw her twice in concert in the '90's and she was A-MAZING! She played 2 pianos AT ONCE! Tori is a true artist. 💜
I have a very similar experience! I was 15 and I was in my room studying and my mom brought home Boys for Pele. I think in 1996. I should have been studying, but from the first note of beauty queen/horses I was hooked. I didn't do much studying! I have seen her live many times. I saw her in Amsterdam just a few weeks ago. Absolutely fantastic! She is amazing. xoxo
Same!
Wow, it's about time you gave Tori Amos a shot. She's my favorite artist of any medium. An absolute genius.
More Tori! More Tori!!!
This entire album is fire. My favorite on it is Winter. It's slow for Jay but the lyrics as SOOOOO deep, haunting, and beautiful.
I'm hoping Jay will relate to it as a father who has daughters.
I think Jay will love it even though it's slow. Such a beautiful melody, and the way the instrumental part builds toward the end is irresistible.
@Eric Roth I hope so. Jay is already intrigued by her so that's a good sign.
@@DanalynTuthill-yl4hd I agree--If he likes her this much right away, slow shouldn't bother him. And I also agree with you that a father with daughters will get a lot out of it (the whole album, for that matter).
Agreed. I suggest the live version from Montreux.
Yay! I'm so happy y'all are finally hearing some Tori! I've suggested her so many times, so I am very happy. 🤗 And I know a lot of people are gonna comment with more song suggestions (all of which will be amazing!). But I'm gonna recommend "A Sorta Fairytale". Just make sure you watch the official video because it's kinda weird, but in the best way! 😁 You also get extra points if you know who the actor featured in it is. 😉
Adrian Brody, great video, even better song!
Cornflake Girl is FIRE
It just sucks that they used the radio edit for the video, because it cuts out the best part of the song!
I've been following her for 30 years now, and her music will always keep a special place in my heart.
The entire Little Earthquakes album is an absolute masterpiece! Hope you react to much more Tori in the future.. you won't be sorry! Thanks J & A for this one...
I’ve been waiting for some Tori on this channel! You would love her song Winter…. Especially the live version, it’s a dedication to her dad.
Yes! Tori is a magical wonder! She will teach you, make you uncomfortable, and bring you into the most secret places in yourself. She’s really a treasure!
Tori Amos is incredible! Her lyrics are poetry.
Completely agree.
There's no one like Tori Amos! I'm so glad you finally got to her and liked her so much.
I got to see her in concert last year. She has two keyboards and plays both at the same time. As someone who has played piano their whole life, I was SUPER impressed.
Tori Amos - "Winter" and "Silent All These Years" (From "Live At Montreux 91/92") is a must! She is a brilliant pianist, like masterclass type talent! Some of her music is really deep and sparks some emotions. When those two songs first came out, they touched my soul. Her live performances make it that much better. She has an amazing voice too. It's not just the fact she has great breath control but also that she uses her breathing to add feeling into the story she is telling. In fact, I'm going to watch them again right now! She has done quite a few cover songs which are unique in her interpretation.
As a person who was a young adult in the eighties. I was exposed to a lot of different genres of music and decades of experiences. I am also a musician who looks and listens for unique artists. Tori is special and like Amber said; I am digging her instrumentation and sound. I am a Kate Bush and Sarah McLachlan fan. Tori gives me the same feeling these amazing women gave me when they arrived in my life. Awesome. I will check out her song book. Love new finds an talent. Canadian Grandma. Lori. C.
I saw Tori from the 3rd row about 25 years ago, and she was so great! Such a good musician and singer.
Tori is amazing! She will be in Indiana in July. Some must songs to checkout: "Silent All These Years", "Mary", "Past The Mission", "Taxi Ride", "Blood Roses", "Trouble's Lament", "A Sorta Fairytale", "Real Men", "Winter", "Pancake", "Bouncing Off Of Clouds", "Sleeps With Butterflies", "Amber Waves", and "Cornflake Girl".
Past the Mission and Cornflake Girl is FIRE
This album came out when I was 19 and it completely shifted the point of view of every one of my female friends. A massive impact!
Tori is amazing and she sings about some very deep topics. She’s one of those artists who has cared more about her art than having billboard hits.
NO ONE plays piano like Tori. She is golden. Listen to Cornflake Girl next. The piano solos are beyond fire. One of my favorite musical compositions of all time.
YES!!!!!! Finally, you react to a Tori song!!! I love Tori, and have since the 90s. This was a great introduction, and I hope you dive further into her discography. "Caught a Lite Sneeze" is my personal favorite, but you can also try "God", "Silent All These Years", "A Sorta Fairytale", or "Taxi Ride". She was a piano prodigy since childhood and if you continue down this road, you'll get some epic piano tracks!
This is the 1st song off her album Little Earthquakes, which is a masterpiece. I know you hear that all the time, but it really is. Not one weak song of the 12 on it. The lyrics are often dark, but the melodies are beautiful. Girl, Winter, and Silent All These Years are highlights, and when you're ready for something truly intense, consider Me and a Gun. You'll never forget it.
Yeah, they might need a trigger warning for Me and a Gun. But it is an important listen. Amber might need to have some tissues at the ready.
I never know if I should recommend Me and a Gun because it can be a tough listen. Not musically of course. And the a cappella style really shows off her voice.
@@emilywilhite5807 I think a capella is a big reason to hear it. Such a powerful vocal. But can't disagree that it's a tough listen (or about the trigger warning).
I feel like you need to hear Me and a Gun as a part of the album… that’s what it all leads up to and why it’s so powerful.
Yeah, a trigger warning is smart but they've done songs about traumatic experiences in the past and it would be interesting to view a reaction to something a capella.
OMG YES PLEASE OPEN THIS BOX!!! Tori Amos is a genius. "Winter" makes me cry.
You have to do live versions when checking out Tori. She is an excellent pianist, excellent vocalist, unique songwriter -- but above all else she is a live performance artist. I have seen her reduce more than a few grown men to tears with the way she connects her performance to the audience. She has some jazz improvisation in the way she delivers a song differently each time.
I remember Tori and Alanis came out about the same time.. and let me tell you .. they both really captivated everyone who saw them perform and heard them sing.. as they both just were sooooooooo different, unique, bold and really created their very own lanes where they didn't have to share their audience with other female performers of that era.. as their cult followings were quick and huge!!! Oh and yes you can defo hear the Kate Bush influence with Tori in this one... and it's mesmerizing!!! Love Tori!!
The best part is you say she's so different, the kicker is she has so much variety in her own work.
"Precious Things", "A Sorta Fairytale", "Cornflake Girl", and "Winter" (ideally either the Gold Dust version or the live version of Winter) are some of my favorites from Tori.
Great intro to Tori. This was the song that introduced me to her in the Summer of 1992 when I was 14.
Since then I've seen her 26 times live. She's a treasure. Not always everyone's cup of tea, but undoubtedly talented and innovative and ahead of her time and passionate and inspiring, etc. . . with a huge catalog of wonderfully diverse music and ideas. ❤️
Tori Amos is an amazing musician and lyricist. She was the youngest person to ever be accepted to Peabody school of music and arts. Y’all need to check out “Winter” live at Montreaux. You will see why she has a huge fan base until this day.
Finally! I've been waiting on this. At five, Tori became the youngest student ever admitted to the preparatory division of the Peabody Institute to study classical piano. Tori dropped her debut album Little Earthquakes in 1992 to critical acclaim. It is my second favorite album of all time. I hope you will review more songs from that album and then explore further into her music catalog. I have been fortunate to see her live I think 7 times and she sounds even better live. I remember seeing her perform in 1992 in a small venue and got to meet her parents who were not sure if this was going to work as she was in a prior group that flopped called "Why Kant Tori Read?" The album bombed and yet she was under contract and had to release more music, but this time as a solo artist. She would release Little Earthquakes which would launch her into stardom and it was perfect timing as female artists of all genres really exploded throughout the 90s if you remember Lilith Fair? She has sometimes been compared to Kate Bush. Tori is still recording new music and is currently on tour. She has also published two books and composed and had a musical called the Light Princess released in England.
HELL YES!!! Tori is my girl! Been listening to her since 1996! So glad y'all gave her a look!
One of my favorite lyrics of all time “You’re just an empty cage,girl, if you kill the bird”
I LOVE that you both have FINALLY reacted to Tori. She's one of the giants of 90s music. An incredible force in an era that was full of strong and opinionated women. Thank you.
There are so many creative women artists in music today. Granted, Tori, PJ Harvey, Fiona Apple, and the band Sleater-Kinney have been around 30 years give or take, but then you have Courtney Barnett, Phoebe Bridgers, Sharon Van Etten, Anna Tivel; the list goes on. I'm an old geezer, but I still get excited about new finds as you put it, whether it's newer music, or something from previous decades that I may have missed. Great stuff.
Yay, finally doing Tori Amos! She began playing the piano when she was 2 by ear. She was the youngest piano student admitted to the Peabody Institute at age 5. She was kicked out at age 11 because she didn't want to keep learning how to play classical music or to read it since she already could play anything pretty much. She wanted to go her own way. Fascinating story. She persevered for ten years before she got a label to pick her up because "piano wasn't in anymore". Basically she was on the scene the same time as grunge. She does some incredible covers of Kurt Cobain's songs and a few other artist. Precious Things, Winter (my personal favorite) - some of the most beautiful singing and piano playing ever, oh I can't forget Cornflake Girl - album version is great but some of her live concerts are phenomenal. Her breath control is incredible and the ability to switch from high to low notes, soft to loud, etc. are her true talent as well as making the piano and her voice really match up.
Yay! Tori Amos is probably my favorite female artist. She's absolutely amazing. "Precious Things" and "Caught a Lite Sneeze" are other great songs to check out.
I knew it wouldn't be long before you got to her. One of the most gifted talents on the planet
Magic! Seen her play a couple of weeks ago in Belfast, she was amazing!
Live “Winter” from Montreaux back in the 90’s…watch in amazement
Great artist. Saw her live twice in the 90s.
She was a piano prodigy. She got her professional start playing in piano bars. She got tired of being ignored by bar patrons, so she came up with her provocative playing style.
I've been a Tori fan since I was 13 years old. Her music literature saved my life.
Tori was everything in my teens in the early 90s. I dedicated her song Winter to my dad before he passed away and I still cry everytime I hear that song. That was almost 20 years ago. Her music is very deep, thought provoking, and moving. Definately do more Tori.
Tori’s “Silent All These Years” came out just as I was growing into a young adult. Her words really spoke to me. A lot of her songs have deep meanings. Her voice and her music are amazing! So many great songs.
Wow. That you for that. Tori is grate
FINALLY!! I think I first recommended Tori on J’s first week of the channel! You are going to LOVE her. Cornflake Girl and Crucify are essential.
I'm so excited! I'm commenting before I even watch. I've been waiting for you to cover the 90s sirens
Lol. Jay nailed it. Tori is intriguing. You never really figure her out but she continues to draw you in.
Never afraid to be different than the rest
I grew up listening to so much different music in the 80’s including classic rock, heavy metal, Motown, Oldies, Punk rock, rap, etc. Ive always loved Tori Amos music since I first heard her in the mid 90’s probably.
Tori is the Queen of personal and emotional songs. A literal piano prodigy, beautiful voice, and amazing songwriter, she can be so raw that it hurts to listen
Tori is a master at her craft. Very unique and talented. Very underrated.
Her voice is eclectic and the control she has is amazing. I love Spark.
She does a live version where she plays 2 pianos at the same time. Just brilliant
Silent All These Years by Tori Amos will make you a fan for life. So glad you got a chance to hear her.
Tori Amos is amazing! Been a fan since her first album, even named my daughter after her! After 32+ years, I’m finally going to see her live out here in San Diego!
Tori Amos blew the roof off the 80-90s and now- brutally honest lyrics and FIRE stage presence… i saw her 3 yrs then.. Dear God. Enjoy the ride. Every album is different- just like the way she sits and plays..
You've gotten other requests for "Winter" and "Silent All These Years", both of which are excellent, but my FAVORITE is "Raspberry Swirl." It's chaotic and amazing.
This song, this album, is the soundtrack of my teens!!!
This album came out my senior year of high school. Little Earthquakes is def on of my top 10 albums of all time. I shared it with my great niece, who is a senior this year, and now she’s a fan girl too. I’ve seen Tori twice live and she’s just astounding. There’s so many of her songs I could suggest. Here’s just a few faves:
Silent All These Years
Cornflake Girl
Hey Jupiter
1,000 Oceans
A Sorta Fairytale
Spark
There’s literally 30 years worth to cover, but I think these are a good start. Or at least some of the more commercially known ones.
Soooooooooooooooo glad you have discovered Tori Amos. She isn't a songwriter, she's a poet who happens to perform her poetry to music.
Tori Amos is such a great artist. Her music is so personal and raw. She has a song called Me and a Gun which is literally about when she was raped in L.A. when she was 21. It's a rough listen but i respect her so much for being able to put that out there. Silent All These Years and Cornflake Girl are also really great songs from her
Seen her in concert about 5 yrs ago and she’s still AMAZING!! Singing great and sitting in between a grand piano to her left and a keyboard to her right, playing them both sometimes simultaneously or shifting between them….. unbelievable!!!!
Now you should try “silent all these years”, “caught a light breeze”, and “me and a gun”.
I fell in love with Tori’s music on a flight from Seattle to Chicago in 1999 the day after Thanksgiving. They were playing a VH1 Storytellers of her performing live. I was feeling terrible and her music transported me to a different distracting place for awhile. She’s such a talented artist. Thanks for reacting to her! ❤
I used to listen to her all the time in college. Love her music. And yes, she has some dark songs. For a darker more gritty song try Me and a Gun. Also, a good one is Silent all These Years!
Yesss!! Tori is amazing! Love seeing yalls reaction to this! Listen to the song Winter it’s so emotive and a lot of her LIVE performances from the 90s are stunning!
So pleased you’re doing Tori! I have been such a fan of hers for decades. Her music help me in the darkest time in my life.
Just to let you guys know, she was a piano prodigy as a kid and her talent only massed as she got older. Check out her ‘Precious Things’. Probably her most popular song. Also, check out ‘Me and a Gun’. She is a rape survivor. She wrote that song as therapy for that trauma. If you scope that song, know that and listen to the words.
Tori has been around since 1991, over 15 studio albums, still touring (on tour now, actually), and deserves way more recognition than she's been given. I hope you get around to checking out more of her stuff. God, Caught A Lite Sneeze, Spark ,Bliss, A Sorta Fairytale.... there are so many amazing tracks to chose from.
Cornflake Girl is great also the live version of Winter is spectacular.
Longtime tori fan for 29 years here and I love the way you described her voice at first listen. I think you nailed it.
OMG, I love that y'all are finally getting around to Tori. My all time favorite artist! I would stick with this album for a bit before moving on to her later works (although, there are plenty of amazing songs in her catalog) but "Little Earthquakes" is one of the most impactful debut albums ever released. It is a statement piece that grabbed critics and fans alike when it exploded onto the scene. This album literally changed my life. I didn't take it out of the CD player for months. I would suggest "Winter" next or maybe "China". "Leather" is a personal favorite.
Her dad was a preacher. When he realized when she was a teenager how talented she was he started escorting her to bars and such so she could perform.
One of my favorites! Have seen her 3 times live. Always stunning! From this same album....listen to "Winter"; "China"; & title track, " Little Earthquakes." Great 🎵!!
She puts you in her shoes, she takes you places, soaring above the clouds, down in the mud. Tori is a poet that happens to have a great voice & keyboard chops. And the abundance of sexuality that will lure you into a conversation about some really uncomfortable issues. Besides being a top tier talent, she is the music.
I love SNOW ANGEL amongst many others
I love Tori Amos! Great reaction!!! 🎹🎶
Tori Amos, Annie Lennox and Bjork hold a special place in my heart for music that cuts deep and is so expressive and different. It's hard to put them in any particular genre because of their unique compositions.
She is absolutely seismic as an artist. I am so happy you are finally experiencing her. Her whole catalog is amazing. "Winter, I don't like Mondays, and Northern Lad" are just a few you should check out. ❤
Gaga stole her whole piano playing style from tori amos....that's obvious. tori Amos is the REAL DEAL
I love the album called "Boys For Pele". It has probably her best known song called "Caught A Lite Sneeze". She's also done some really interesting cover songs by everyone from Nirvana to Slayer.
I’m not arguing… I thought Cornflake Girl would be considered her most famous song? 🤔 eh, they’re both awesome! ✌️
@@jenniferkasowicz9463 it's hard to really judge a popular song by her. She technically hasn't had a hit song. I just said "Caught A Lite Sneeze" because that usually is the one people I know mention, if they even know of her. 😊
Winter is a masterpiece…Tori Amos is so electrifying
I'll add my vote for "Silent All These Years" and "Me and a Gun". WARNING: "Me and a Gun" is a heavy song.
Yes, agree
And they mean "Janie's Got a Gun" levels of heavy
Silent all these years has always been my favorite of her hits. Thanks for playing her she is so good.
This song and the whole album are great.
It makes me so incredibly happy that y'all react to Tori Amos. One of my favorites artists of all time i can't wait till you hear some more of her wonderful music!!!
Her covers of Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana and Angie by the Stones are phenomenal!
One of the most beautiful and well performed songs of all time!!!, in my opinion, is "Winter" WOW Seriously. Live at Mouroux!! So incredible.
I’ve seen Tori Amos in concert during the Abnormally Attracted to Sin album tour. I adore that album. Strong Black Vine probably sticks out the most to me. But the whole album is brilliant. She had so much energy and the talent is overwhelming. Love her! Great choice!❤