Tori Amos Review: A Dramatic Deep Dive into Her Back Catalogue at Sheffield City Hall
Tori Amos returned to the stage for her first tour in three years with a performance at City Hall, Sheffield, previewing themes from her upcoming 18th studio album, In Times of Dragons. The new record is described as an allegorical narrative concerning the fight for democracy against tyranny, featuring complex characters such as a half-dragon, half-woman figure. During the concert, Amos debuted the track Shush, a dark, gothic-inspired song addressing these heavy political metaphors. However, the setlist primarily focused on her extensive back catalogue rather than just new material. Fans witnessed immaculate musicianship as Amos performed deep cuts like Ruby Through the Looking-Glass and Little Amsterdam, accompanied by a drummer, bassist, and three backing singers referred to as angels. The audience displayed a devotional following, hanging on every note of the performance. Highlights included stirring renditions of Pandora’s Aquarium and Witness, with the show closing beautifully with Crucify and an encore of Cornflake Girl that left the venue in awe. The review emphasizes Amos’s unique ability to channel global catastrophes through artistic shapeshifting while maintaining a strong, intimate connection with her dedicated fanbase through masterful piano playing and vocal delivery.
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Tori Amos Review: A Dramatic Deep Dive into Her Back Catalogue at Sheffield City Hall
Tori Amos returned to the stage for her first tour in three years with a performance at City Hall, Sheffield, previewing themes from her upcoming 18th studio album, In Times of Dragons. The new record is described as an allegorical narrative concerning the fight for democracy against tyranny, featuring complex characters such as a half-dragon, half-woman figure. During the concert, Amos debuted the track Shush, a dark, gothic-inspired song addressing these heavy political metaphors. However, the setlist primarily focused on her extensive back catalogue rather than just new material. Fans witnessed immaculate musicianship as Amos performed deep cuts like Ruby Through the Looking-Glass and Little Amsterdam, accompanied by a drummer, bassist, and three backing singers referred to as angels. The audience displayed a devotional following, hanging on every note of the performance. Highlights included stirring renditions of Pandora’s Aquarium and Witness, with the show closing beautifully with Crucify and an encore of Cornflake Girl that left the venue in awe. The review emphasizes Amos’s unique ability to channel global catastrophes through artistic shapeshifting while maintaining a strong, intimate connection with her dedicated fanbase through masterful piano playing and vocal delivery.
The Guardian