After so many amazing albums she's still able to adapt and innovate in ways I can't anticipate. Her musical genius is inestimable, and some day she'll be looked back at as one of the greatest artists of our time. It's a touchy subject to bring up, but I think that she, along with many other talented people, is overlooked and undervalued because of her gender. Anyway, I personally love her very dearly and am thankful for how generously she's shared her talent, vision, and voice with us.
F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C!!! Kudos to Tori, Tash, Mark and everyone who worked on this album, what we heard so far is awesome! Lots of love from Greece, can't wait for the release!
Honestly, I wish people first listened to the artist explain their creative process before making a comment. If you heard Tori's interview and the reason behind Tashs contribution it would make things much more clearer and perhaps minimise the judgement.
Here I sit in a Seattle coffee shop on a sweltering day. We've just set the record for the most consecutive days without rain in this area's history, and the air is full of smoke from blazing wildfires in Vancouver, B.C. The 80's driving beat, lyrics, and fiery instrumentals of "Up The Creek" beautifully convey a sense of urgency to preserve the earth and resist climate change deniers. Thank you for this call to action, Tori! And just to be clear: Tash's smooth harmonies are BRILLIANT on this track. Love her voice, and love the fact that Tori features her talented daughter on her albums.
Tori said in an interview her intent on this song was to unite her daughter Tash with her departed Cherokee grandfather. He used to say, "Good lord willing and the creek don't rise." Cherokee are known to sing together as a chant...so, it was her way to converse with him alongside his great granddaughter her never met in this life, Tash.
It's weird because all of her grand parents and great grandparents are listed as white in the census, which is pretty unheard of for cherokee, the Cherokee tribe is one of the most well documented tribes. I don't think she actually ever had cherokee ancestry. ethnicelebs.com/tori-amos
Tori you have been such an inspiration throughout my life thank you so much. My son was able to sing at Carnegie Hall and they won first place nationally acapella it's nice to hear daughter sing with you as well thank you so much and we'll be seeing you on the other side
I lover this so much. I will say, it didn't click with me, the sound of Promise, (this happens), so I will admit that with Up the Creek, I was a little skeptical, but omg... This pumps me up and left me even more excited for the rest of the album.
I listened to "Winter" with my Dad after trying to explain to him what that song meant to me. He reached out to me and asked me to play it for him. I couldn't even look at him. It's such a personal song to me. He asked me so many questions about you that I couldn't answer. I had to find the answers. So. Now. Here I am. Here.
she all going pseudo drum and bass. I heart her. wow this song is fantastic. when she first introduced hersel as part of a "traditional" band, I didn't know what to think but it's really grown on me
Tori Amos is such a unique artist. Love this. Love the sumptuous production. The back beat reminds me of Marianne Faithfulls Broken English alongside Stings Desert Rose.
Soooooo FUCKING AMAZING!! Tash fits perfectly but what i like the most is the million of diffeternt sounds PERFECTLY MIXED. This is OBVIOUSLY a breaking-point album (muscally as well as aesthetically). It presents an inflection on her carrer. And i cannot be more GLAD she finally did it! Haters will hate. Bitches will be spreadin' their bitter shit. But it all comes to a particular point: EVOLVING (and being able to get that evolution, of course). GO GIRL!! SO VERY PROUD of being your fan, more than EVER!
Lápiz Mecánico WTF do you mean by "she finally did it?" Tori has been experimenting and evolving since day one from using harpsichords & clavichords on one record to electronic on others. With band or no band, plugged or unplugged. Taking on the classics or singing old southern hymns. Tori has always been tapping into new sonic landscapes. It ain't her first time at the rodeo...hun.
I’m in I think when you are as bright a Star as She Is… you don’t even illuminate the “ lesser details “ It’s like She wouldn’t even acknowledged haters at these point in Her supremacy … She Is too bright now to dim down for the unnecessary 😉
I can't say that I loved Tori's new songs. Not hating them either. And no I'm not stuck to her past music it's just that her past music is still so relatable today. I don't listen let's say to Boys for Pele 20 years after to reminisce the good old days but because sonically and lyrically still resonates. But I am so worried with people getting angry with people posting unfavorable comments. Tori is not releasing her music for the select few but for all. And everyone, everyone who listens to them has the right to express an opinion. "If you don't like it don't listen to it" it's such a ridiculous and simplistic response. It reminds me of those tshirts that say "if you don't like USA leave" and I think we know what people wear them.
I wouldn't so nonchalantly compare the two ideas. What then would you suggest? If you don't like it, you don't have to listen to it; it really is that simple, whereas leaving America may not be.
Valentino Miller In order to not like a piece of music you have to listen to it fist. Then it's your choice (and everyone should respect that) if you will comment on that or ignore it etc. I feel (and it's how I see it from my experience) that people who say "if you don't like it beat it" in any scenario what really want to say is "you have absolutely no right to express an opinion that's different than mine". This is my problem. It's a comment spoken by fanatics. It excludes any dialogue. It's fascism. And we are tolerating too much fascism these days as if it's something normal.
Well said, nikosm. I've been a fan of Tori's for decades. I've spent thousands on her albums and seeing countless shows, i WANT to love her new stuff. Every time a new album comes out I pray and hope I'll love it like I've loved her first 5 albums. But yeah, it's sad when the new songs just don't connect.
Well stated and truthful. I understand your point, and I'm not one of those people. I just don't see the point in tearing the artist down with vitriol (not you) just because you're not connecting with the new stuff. In my mind, you could just simply state your opinion and keep it moving. When you do state an opinion though, you are courting others to comment, which is entirely their right aswell. Additionally, I'm not one of her stans who spew more vitriol at any cost to protect her catalogue. That type of person has lost sight of reality and his own mind.
I find it so sad that people expect a human being as deeply into life and a truth seeker like Tori, who has deeply varied aspects to her life to remain the young woman she was when THEY fell in love with her music. All of our lives take different paths from the days of our youth and our art changes if we are evolving and honest at all. I LOVE artists who change with their truth like Bowie and others did. Please stop looking for that same old same old. Not just in your music. Cheers.
It's really odd. We, the fans and stans alike, change, so why shouldn't they? Time just will NOT let us be the same. I think it's sad when artists show NO change in their sound or lyrics. That becomes boring and hackneyed after a while.
Oh this is what I've been hoping for. Finally a FOCUSSED response to 2016. Fast and badass explosion of sounds, beautiful, poetic yet not beating around the bush nor misanthropic. It's an understanding feeling to have but much of the reactions (from sources as different as Lady Gaga, Trent Reznor or Lana Del Rey) to 2016 were just stunned resigned "Oh the humanity" which is sure a valuable sentiment I don't mean to diss their publications they're also a side of the coin. But this one says: "Mkay Kids we gotta fix this." The music actually brings to mind the concrete threat of wild rising waters to mind. I've been saying from the beginning that we really need the artists in this time also I didn't dare hope for another "fast" record at this point. If this is representative of the rest, this albums gonna be a favorite.
Is it me or do I sense some Y Kant Tori Read on this track? I love how Tori isn't afraid of experimenting & going all out with every record. She's a genius/goddess.
This is a really good song! People are focusing too much on the delivery, rather than the lyrics. Like all good Tori songs, this one is another powerful spell. I'm excited about the album.
Don't be silly. So according to you, delivery shouldn't matter? LOL Forget for one minute that you're a Toristan; would you then say the same thing about another artist? Although I like this song, am recently reminded of it, because it and the album are forgettable. By the way, delievery is how we, for the most part, get hooked to music.
Love it...Tori's finally making something different from before again. The past few releases while good have all been similar. Tori's at her best when changing and challenging her listeners. 💖💖💖
This is a great piece of music. If u don't like it, don't listen to it. Do you think that making a bad comment is going to change the song? Do you think Tori will be reading with remorse and crying over somebody who can't let go of the 90's? Get over yourself already.
I agree, this is a great piece of music. But if someone doesn't like it, why shouldn't they voice their opinion? Do you think that making a bad comment is going to change the song? Get over yourself already ;)
This all kinds of awesome. That simple simple "warm leatherette" beat is the perfect frame to pin this song to. Very cool indeed. Soulful and warm happy "new" Tori but it stays with it's own edge. Bold. Love it.
I'm very glad to hear that her motivation is still strong like this. And it's very welcome that Tori Amos and PJ Harvey have never been content with their glory of the 90's.
I think Tash sounds a lot like her mama. I had to listen several times to catch the flawless switches & blends. I'm really enjoying hearing these new sounds from the rest of the band! Brilliant, yummy originality!! 🌈🦋
I got a mix of "Mountain" and "16 Shades of Blue," myself. I lost my mind when this song came out as a single following "Cloud Riders." So different - in a good way!
awesome...very choirgirl but progressive and i dont give a fuck what anyone says i like tash's accompanyment, she is as much a muse to tori as the others are
I vibe with this more than with Cloud Riders, and Tash is sounding good. But this is pretty weird. Not because I don't "get it," it sounds weird to me. Tori wasn't kidding when she said this album was heavily produced. And I miss Matt and Jon.
After so many amazing albums she's still able to adapt and innovate in ways I can't anticipate. Her musical genius is inestimable, and some day she'll be looked back at as one of the greatest artists of our time. It's a touchy subject to bring up, but I think that she, along with many other talented people, is overlooked and undervalued because of her gender. Anyway, I personally love her very dearly and am thankful for how generously she's shared her talent, vision, and voice with us.
In love with this mother & daughter companionship! Magical!
That piano breakdown at 2:21 is amazing. Wonderful, unusual song!
I agree!
@@empathcaroline2586 I agree too 💗🤍❤🧡💙💜💛💚🖤🤎
I just cannot stop listening, such an amazing recording! Tori is brilliant!
This is gonna be a BLAST... It's like Choirgirl 2.0!!!!!
I totally agree.
Wow, that's an excellent point. I was wondering why this had an air of familiarity to it. Love it!!!!
I cannot express how much I have loved this woman for so long 💜 This is all so AMAZING!!!
It's like being in the eye of the storm. So much energy all around.
F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C!!! Kudos to Tori, Tash, Mark and everyone who worked on this album, what we heard so far is awesome! Lots of love from Greece, can't wait for the release!
Honestly, I wish people first listened to the artist explain their creative process before making a comment. If you heard Tori's interview and the reason behind Tashs contribution it would make things much more clearer and perhaps minimise the judgement.
Here I sit in a Seattle coffee shop on a sweltering day. We've just set the record for the most consecutive days without rain in this area's history, and the air is full of smoke from blazing wildfires in Vancouver, B.C.
The 80's driving beat, lyrics, and fiery instrumentals of "Up The Creek" beautifully convey a sense of urgency to preserve the earth and resist climate change deniers. Thank you for this call to action, Tori!
And just to be clear: Tash's smooth harmonies are BRILLIANT on this track. Love her voice, and love the fact that Tori features her talented daughter on her albums.
Tori said in an interview her intent on this song was to unite her daughter Tash with her departed Cherokee grandfather. He used to say, "Good lord willing and the creek don't rise." Cherokee are known to sing together as a chant...so, it was her way to converse with him alongside his great granddaughter her never met in this life, Tash.
It's weird because all of her grand parents and great grandparents are listed as white in the census, which is pretty unheard of for cherokee, the Cherokee tribe is one of the most well documented tribes. I don't think she actually ever had cherokee ancestry. ethnicelebs.com/tori-amos
Love when the piano kicks in!!
Absolutely in LOVE with it! I can't wait for the album!
Tash's voice evolving beautifully, melding with Tori's. Love the energy of this song!
New album coming. Hooray! Cheers from Brazil!
Tori you have been such an inspiration throughout my life thank you so much. My son was able to sing at Carnegie Hall and they won first place nationally acapella it's nice to hear daughter sing with you as well thank you so much and we'll be seeing you on the other side
Yeeeeeees! LOVE it! I FEEL it Tori!So happy you are sharing your journey with your family!Celebrate it, fans of TORI get it!Love, LOVE it!
I lover this so much. I will say, it didn't click with me, the sound of Promise, (this happens), so I will admit that with Up the Creek, I was a little skeptical, but omg... This pumps me up and left me even more excited for the rest of the album.
This is unlike anything I've heard from her. Very intriguing.
Tori, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE release this tour on blu-ray!!! You owe us that, sista ;)
I listened to "Winter" with my Dad after trying to explain to him what that song meant to me. He reached out to me and asked me to play it for him. I couldn't even look at him. It's such a personal song to me. He asked me so many questions about you that I couldn't answer. I had to find the answers. So. Now. Here I am. Here.
Help! I cant stop listening to this song! If the entire album is this good, I'll die. I've been waiting for an "amazing" album since Scarlet's Walk!
Beautiful. I love the story and concept behind the album. I can't wait to listen to it!
amazing song, love all the meaning and the vocals.
and Tash is fabulous!
bethânia castro
Please give the song *The Nightmare* by ninanile a listen. I wrote the song and I'd love to know what you think ☺️
she all going pseudo drum and bass. I heart her. wow this song is fantastic. when she first introduced hersel as part of a "traditional" band, I didn't know what to think but it's really grown on me
Love the energy of this song! Love the digital arrangements also. I'm still waiting for Tash' R&B album...she has an R&B voice.
Tori Amos is such a unique artist. Love this. Love the sumptuous production. The back beat reminds me of Marianne Faithfulls Broken English alongside Stings Desert Rose.
Love this beautiful song and audio 💗❤🤎💜🖤💙💚🧡💛🤍💗💗💗💗💗
Love Tash's voice
Soooooo FUCKING AMAZING!! Tash fits perfectly but what i like the most is the million of diffeternt sounds PERFECTLY MIXED. This is OBVIOUSLY a breaking-point album (muscally as well as aesthetically). It presents an inflection on her carrer. And i cannot be more GLAD she finally did it! Haters will hate. Bitches will be spreadin' their bitter shit. But it all comes to a particular point: EVOLVING (and being able to get that evolution, of course). GO GIRL!! SO VERY PROUD of being your fan, more than EVER!
Lápiz Mecánico WTF do you mean by "she finally did it?" Tori has been experimenting and evolving since day one from using harpsichords & clavichords on one record to electronic on others. With band or no band, plugged or unplugged. Taking on the classics or singing old southern hymns. Tori has always been tapping into new sonic landscapes. It ain't her first time at the rodeo...hun.
I’m in I think when you are as bright a Star as She Is… you don’t even illuminate the “ lesser details “
It’s like She wouldn’t even acknowledged haters at these point in Her supremacy … She Is too bright now to dim down for the unnecessary 😉
I can't say that I loved Tori's new songs. Not hating them either. And no I'm not stuck to her past music it's just that her past music is still so relatable today. I don't listen let's say to Boys for Pele 20 years after to reminisce the good old days but because sonically and lyrically still resonates.
But I am so worried with people getting angry with people posting unfavorable comments. Tori is not releasing her music for the select few but for all. And everyone, everyone who listens to them has the right to express an opinion. "If you don't like it don't listen to it" it's such a ridiculous and simplistic response. It reminds me of those tshirts that say "if you don't like USA leave" and I think we know what people wear them.
I wouldn't so nonchalantly compare the two ideas. What then would you suggest? If you don't like it, you don't have to listen to it; it really is that simple, whereas leaving America may not be.
Valentino Miller In order to not like a piece of music you have to listen to it fist. Then it's your choice (and everyone should respect that) if you will comment on that or ignore it etc. I feel (and it's how I see it from my experience) that people who say "if you don't like it beat it" in any scenario what really want to say is "you have absolutely no right to express an opinion that's different than mine". This is my problem. It's a comment spoken by fanatics. It excludes any dialogue. It's fascism. And we are tolerating too much fascism these days as if it's something normal.
Well said, nikosm. I've been a fan of Tori's for decades. I've spent thousands on her albums and seeing countless shows, i WANT to love her new stuff. Every time a new album comes out I pray and hope I'll love it like I've loved her first 5 albums. But yeah, it's sad when the new songs just don't connect.
Well stated and truthful. I understand your point, and I'm not one of those people. I just don't see the point in tearing the artist down with vitriol (not you) just because you're not connecting with the new stuff. In my mind, you could just simply state your opinion and keep it moving. When you do state an opinion though, you are courting others to comment, which is entirely their right aswell. Additionally, I'm not one of her stans who spew more vitriol at any cost to protect her catalogue. That type of person has lost sight of reality and his own mind.
Valentino Miller I second that Valentino
I find it so sad that people expect a human being as deeply into life and a truth seeker like Tori, who has deeply varied aspects to her life to remain the young woman she was when THEY fell in love with her music. All of our lives take different paths from the days of our youth and our art changes if we are evolving and honest at all. I LOVE artists who change with their truth like Bowie and others did. Please stop looking for that same old same old. Not just in your music. Cheers.
It's really odd. We, the fans and stans alike, change, so why shouldn't they? Time just will NOT let us be the same. I think it's sad when artists show NO change in their sound or lyrics. That becomes boring and hackneyed after a while.
Tbh i think Tash sounds SO good on this song. I'm so glad T put her on here, i hope she releases her own stuff some day
Tash asked to be on this song
Oh this is what I've been hoping for. Finally a FOCUSSED response to 2016.
Fast and badass explosion of sounds, beautiful, poetic yet not beating around the bush nor misanthropic.
It's an understanding feeling to have but much of the reactions (from sources as different as Lady Gaga, Trent Reznor or Lana Del Rey) to 2016 were just stunned resigned "Oh the humanity" which is sure a valuable sentiment I don't mean to diss their publications they're also a side of the coin.
But this one says: "Mkay Kids we gotta fix this." The music actually brings to mind the concrete threat of wild rising waters to mind.
I've been saying from the beginning that we really need the artists in this time also I didn't dare hope for another "fast" record at this point.
If this is representative of the rest, this albums gonna be a favorite.
I am so in love with this song. Can't wait for the full album!
Ever powerfully inventive! All my love for Tori Amos!!!
I remember listening to this nonstop
Is it me or do I sense some Y Kant Tori Read on this track? I love how Tori isn't afraid of experimenting & going all out with every record. She's a genius/goddess.
John Constantine Marinakis Kipps
"Cool On Your Island"
( best song on there )
John Constantine Marinakis Kipps
Please give the song *The Nightmare* by ninanile a listen. I wrote the song and I'd love to know what you think ☺️
Lápiz Mecánico
Please give the song *The Nightmare* by ninanile a listen. I wrote the song and I'd love to know what you think ☺️
yup
she was expermineting, this is just ... some music and cheesy guitar. Gotta love some of her albums, but this... nothing new
This is a really good song! People are focusing too much on the delivery, rather than the lyrics. Like all good Tori songs, this one is another powerful spell. I'm excited about the album.
Don't be silly. So according to you, delivery shouldn't matter? LOL Forget for one minute that you're a Toristan; would you then say the same thing about another artist? Although I like this song, am recently reminded of it, because it and the album are forgettable. By the way, delievery is how we, for the most part, get hooked to music.
I didn't see this twist coming... and I love it!
Tori is Queen of Music she will and cant never fail!!! Keep making this GREAT< work cant get enough!!
Love it...Tori's finally making something different from before again. The past few releases while good have all been similar. Tori's at her best when changing and challenging her listeners. 💖💖💖
A Tori Cover album by Tash, please!!! What a voice!!!
I absolutely love this song 💖
This is a great piece of music. If u don't like it, don't listen to it. Do you think that making a bad comment is going to change the song? Do you think Tori will be reading with remorse and crying over somebody who can't let go of the 90's? Get over yourself already.
That happens when ppl get stuck on just one (past) frame.
I agree, this is a great piece of music. But if someone doesn't like it, why shouldn't they voice their opinion? Do you think that making a bad comment is going to change the song? Get over yourself already ;)
Juan Bertini love this comment
Thank you!
zavinullava 👍👍👍👍👍👍 exactly
best of all her newer stuff by far
Love you Tori 4-life...seen you many times, no words
Glorious audio entanglement gifted with a big multicolored bow!
This song is fantastic.
OHHHH I am LOVING this one!!! Can't wait to see her in concert!
My son was diagnosed with gastroschisis and the mini dreams I had save his life they won first place nationally
This all kinds of awesome. That simple simple "warm leatherette" beat is the perfect frame to pin this song to. Very cool indeed. Soulful and warm happy "new" Tori but it stays with it's own edge. Bold. Love it.
What a great song! Would love to see a video for this.
I love this! Such an energy! Waiting for the whole album
Amazing! Love this!
I'm very glad to hear that her motivation is still strong like this. And it's very welcome that Tori Amos and PJ Harvey have never been content with their glory of the 90's.
sortaguitars23
Please give the song *The Nightmare* by ninanile a listen. I wrote the song and I'd love to know what you think ☺️
This is my favorite track from her new album so far. 😍
I'm intrigued.. 😍
I can't stop listening to this song! Love it. Thank you! ✌🏼💙🙏🎵
Getting very excited!
Love Tash's voice, love this song. Great work!
I think Tash sounds a lot like her mama. I had to listen several times to catch the flawless switches & blends. I'm really enjoying hearing these new sounds from the rest of the band! Brilliant, yummy originality!! 🌈🦋
Great tune
This is awesome!!!
I love you, Tori!!!❤
My God, this song is beautiful!
I love this tune!
Sorry, this is fabulous, Tash sounds great, love the percussion, Tori is everything, the end.
Aimee O. I love the percussion as well.
Jen Mitlas
Please give the song *The Nightmare* by ninanile a listen. I wrote the song and I'd love to know what you think ☺️
Love it, great energy and atmosphere; and Tash is brilliant, I'll never get enough of her voice.
F%$k the haters.
This song reminds me of "Mountain" from the Scarlet's Walk era. I love it!
I got a mix of "Mountain" and "16 Shades of Blue," myself. I lost my mind when this song came out as a single following "Cloud Riders." So different - in a good way!
It's like a hybrid Boys For Pele/Choirgirl track. Perhaps I'm alone in thinking this.
I love the beat!
Love it and Tash singing with Mama
I love it,Tori.
Pure Moon Goddess, gave birth to another, SO blessed to hear both together....FIERCE AND BEAUTIFUL!!!
Anybody else excited about the tour, got my tickets :*)
this is great! i love it! yeah Tori !!!!she never ceases to amaze me...lots of love and admiration for Tori from a true fan.
i love this song
Cool
Love this!!
Tori Amos fans unite!!!
Amazing song :)
Wow! I love it!!
Love
love Tori H
Like... Why's everyone complaining about Tash? I really can't hear her, which means her presence blends beautifully and naturally with the song.
she sings the whole song with the exception of a few lines
Tosh sounds like a young Tori. Love it. 💙
she sounds GREAT
I love her daughter's voice. I can't wait to hear what she'll sound like in a few years.
9 lines?
Genial !!!!!
awesome...very choirgirl but progressive and i dont give a fuck what anyone says i like tash's accompanyment, she is as much a muse to tori as the others are
when i heard her say that this album will have similar vibes to FTCH, my head just EXPLODE in happiness!!!
john higgins exactly. I don't understand why people are being negative over her daughter singing in the song.
you dont hear anything. too bad for you.
Actually this song is all Tash. Tori only comes in at choruses and bridge.....awesome voice!
Superb IMHO!!!!!! XOXOXO
Ok, I've listened to it several times now. I'm actually really feeling this! It's different. I do wish the piano showed up more.
It sure raises expectations for the rest of the album... Let's hope we still have something to be thankeful for.
hell yes!!! may i have another ; )
Love this new cd
This is best song for long long time i can't stop listening POZDRO from Poland ;)
Awesome. She's back and inspired
I vibe with this more than with Cloud Riders, and Tash is sounding good. But this is pretty weird. Not because I don't "get it," it sounds weird to me. Tori wasn't kidding when she said this album was heavily produced. And I miss Matt and Jon.
this is so well produced i didnt even notice tash
Beautiful woman, beautiful song..
Natashya did such an amazing job
If ever a song was crying out for a genius remix....it’s this
Tash is brilliant in this song!
In bed in NZ only hearing this now. Amazing. She evolves.