Released 30 years ago
Boys for Pele
Tori Amos · 1996
70 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · classical · art rock
An eclectic fusion of baroque pop and alternative rock with deeply personal, poetic lyrics and complex arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- layered, dense sonic textures
- contemplative late-night reflection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Boys for Pele' was released in January 1996, Tori Amos was firmly established as a leading voice in alternative rock following her breakthrough with 'Little Earthquakes' in 1992. This album represented a bold artistic shift, showcasing her willingness to delve into more experimental sounds and themes, while exploring her identity and spirituality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· Fiona Apple· Sarah McLachlan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beauty Queen / Horses 6:07
- 2 Blood Roses 3:56
- 3 Father Lucifer 3:42
- 4 Professional Widow 4:31
- 5 Mr. Zebra 1:07
- 6 Marianne 4:09
- 7 Caught a Lite Sneeze 4:26
- 8 Muhammad My Friend 3:49
- 9 Hey Jupiter 5:11
- 10 Way Down 1:13
- 11 Little Amsterdam 4:30
- 12 Talula 4:08
- 13 Not the Red Baron 3:50
- 14 Agent Orange 1:25
- 15 Doughnut Song 4:20
- 16 In the Springtime of His Voodoo 5:33
- 17 Putting the Damage On 5:15
- 18 Twinkle 3:11
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