Essential baroque pop listening

The albums that define baroque pop.

Our picks for where to start with baroque pop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The baroque pop essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Gold Dust

Tori Amos

Gold Dust

Orchestral arrangements entwine with Tori Amos's haunting piano and emotive vocals, creating an expansive soundscape of introspection.

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Midwinter Graces

Tori Amos

Midwinter Graces

A lush tapestry of holiday classics reimagined with Tori Amos's signature emotional depth and intricate arrangements.

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Night of Hunters

Tori Amos

Night of Hunters

A lush tapestry of classical influences intertwines with poetic storytelling and rich, emotive vocals.

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Tales of a Librarian

Tori Amos

Tales of a Librarian

A poignant tapestry of introspective lyrics and lush arrangements that evoke deep emotional landscapes.

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Little Earthquakes

Tori Amos

Little Earthquakes

Piano-driven melodies intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics, creating an intimate yet expansive emotional landscape.

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Ocean to Ocean

Tori Amos

Ocean to Ocean

A haunting blend of introspective lyrics and lush arrangements that evoke both vulnerability and resilience.

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Unrepentant Geraldines

Tori Amos

Unrepentant Geraldines

A tapestry of introspective lyrics and lush melodies woven through eclectic arrangements that reflect personal and universal themes.

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The Beekeeper

Tori Amos

The Beekeeper

A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements and intimate storytelling woven into a baroque pop soundscape.

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Strange Little Girls

Tori Amos

Strange Little Girls

A haunting exploration of identity, weaving intricate arrangements with Tori Amos's ethereal vocals and poignant storytelling.

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To Venus and Back

Tori Amos

To Venus and Back

A kaleidoscopic blend of haunting melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in lush, baroque arrangements.

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Under the Pink

Tori Amos

Under the Pink

Ethereal arrangements intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a haunting exploration of femininity and identity.

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Live at Montreux 1991/1992

Tori Amos

Live at Montreux 1991/1992

A raw, emotive performance capturing Tori Amos's haunting vocals and piano-driven intensity in an intimate setting.

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Scarlet's Hidden Treasures

Tori Amos

Scarlet's Hidden Treasures

A whimsical blend of storytelling and lush arrangements that captivate with emotional depth.

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The Music of Tori and the Muses

Tori Amos

The Music of Tori and the Muses

Ethereal melodies intertwine with intricate piano arrangements, creating a dreamlike tapestry of sound and emotion.

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From the Choirgirl Hotel

Tori Amos

From the Choirgirl Hotel

A vibrant tapestry of confessional lyrics and eclectic instrumentation that bridges rock and classical influences.

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American Doll Posse

Tori Amos

American Doll Posse

A theatrical exploration of identity and empowerment, blending eclectic sounds with introspective lyrics.

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Native Invader

Tori Amos

Native Invader

A lush tapestry of emotive piano and intricate arrangements underpins Amos's poignant storytelling.

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Scarlet's Walk

Tori Amos

Scarlet's Walk

A sweeping journey through evocative storytelling, blending intimate piano melodies with lush orchestration and introspective lyrics.

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Abnormally Attracted to Sin

Tori Amos

Abnormally Attracted to Sin

A lush tapestry of art rock and baroque pop woven with introspective lyrics and dynamic arrangements.

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Javelin

Sufjan Stevens

Javelin

A vibrant tapestry of folk and electronic sounds woven with introspective lyrics and lush arrangements.

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Vices & Virtues

Panic! at the Disco

Vices & Virtues

A vibrant tapestry of theatrical pop and emo-infused rock that balances angst with catchy melodies.

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The Ascension

Sufjan Stevens

The Ascension

A sprawling exploration of electronic soundscapes paired with introspective lyrics and orchestral flourishes.

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Strange Mercy

St. Vincent

Strange Mercy

An intricate blend of art rock and baroque pop, weaving personal narratives with sharp musicality.

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La Luna

Sarah Brightman

La Luna

Ethereal melodies blend with operatic vocals, creating a dreamlike journey through lush orchestration and poignant lyrics.

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