Just delurking here as I know there are quite a few crossover fans, and I haven't heard it mentioned on the list yet. Tori Amos' next album, Strange Little Girls, is going to be an album of 'reinterpretations'. Apparently she is quite clear that this not the same as a covers album. The idea is that she takes songs written by men, that are normally sung from a very male perspective and delivers them from her own female perspective, without actually changing the lyrics. I thought I'd post this to the list, as not only are there quite a few Tori fans around, but also I know quite a few listers would be interested to hear that she also covers Tom Waits' 'Time' and Neil Young's 'Heart of Gold'. The reworking of 'Heart of Gold' is quite an overhaul. Barely recognisable really, but still good. Her version of 'Time' is much more traditional. Just her and the piano I think. I'm sure the most publicised song will be her version of Eminem's '97 Bonnie and Clyde'. Since I'm njcing about other musicians...I had a very pleasant surprise yesterday when I was offered last minute free tickets to see Suzanne Vega. I know Joni doesn't rate her at all (where did I read that?), but it was an outstanding performance. (Mind you, being in the Gods at the un-airconditioned Shepherds Bush Empire on one of the hottest nights of the year was far from pleasant!) She performed with just an acoustic guitar and with Mike Visceglia on bass, and apart from a handful of songs from the next album, she did a largely request based show. It was particularly interesting to hear the heavily Mitchell-Froom-produced songs of the last two albums performed almost acoustically. This week has been particularly cruel in London, since aside from Suzanne, many other good acts have been in town, and I have no money. It seems I've missed Richard Thompson, Ron Sexsmith (two other Froom produced acts!?), Patti Smith, Turin Brakes, and probably countless other good acts. I'm sure as soon as I have money again, the gigs will dry out. Anyway, enough of my rambling... Oh, and I'm probably a bit late, but Debra, hope you have/had a very happy birthday. Rob NP Joan Armatrading - Bad Habits (live) Thanks John! _____________________________________________ Free email with personality! Over 200 domains! http://www.MyOwnEmail.com
