Tori Amos – Strange Little Girl (Audio Cassette)

Strange Little Girls is a concept album released by singer-songwriter Tori Amos in 2001. The album's 12 tracks are covers of songs written and originally performed by men, reinterpreted by Amos from a female point of view. Amos created female personae for each track (one song featured twins) and was photographed as each, with makeup done by Kevyn Aucoin. In the United States the album was issued with four alternative covers depicting Amos as the characters singing "Happiness Is a Warm Gun", "Strange Little Girl", "Time", and "Raining Blood". A fifth cover of the "I Don't Like Mondays" character was also issued in the UK and other territories. Text accompanying the photos and songs was written by author Neil Gaiman. The complete short stories in which this text appears can be found in Gaiman's 2006 collection Fragile Things.

Product Details

Key Information

• UPC: 075678348648
• Product Type: Audio Cassette
• Format: Analog Audio Cassette
• Genre: Rock
• Style: Alternative Rock
• Year: 2001
• Label: Atlantic
• Website: www.toriamos.com

Overview

Experience the distinctive artistry of Tori Amos with the intriguing release "Strange Little Girl." This audio cassette captures Tori’s innovative alternative rock approach, blending powerful vocals with evocative musical arrangements. Released in 2001, the cassette features a selection of compelling tracks that showcase Tori’s unique style and creative vision. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to her work, this cassette offers an intimate journey into the mind of one of rock’s most original voices.

Spanish Translation - Overview (Resumen)

Experimenta la inconfundible creatividad de Tori Amos con el impactante lanzamiento "Strange Little Girl." Esta cinta de audio captura el enfoque innovador de Tori en el rock alternativo, combinando potentes interpretaciones vocales con arreglos musicales evocadores. Lanzada en 2001, la cinta presenta una selección de temas cautivadores que muestran el estilo único y la visión creativa de Tori. Tanto si eres un fan de toda la vida como si te estás iniciando en su música, esta cinta ofrece un viaje íntimo al interior de una de las voces más originales del rock.

Product Features

Track Listing

Personnel

• Tori Amos – lead vocals, Wurlitzer, Bösendorfer, Rhodes, ARP
• Matt Chamberlain – drums, military drum, taos drums
• Adrian Belew – guitars (tracks 1, 3, 8, 10, 12), Drill guitar (track 5), acoustic guitar and rattlesnake (track 6)
• Justin Meldal-Johnsen – bass guitar tracks 1, 3, 8; "bass painting" tracks 5, 11
• John Philip Shenale – music arrangements and performance (track 2), strings and synths (track 4)
• Jon Evans – bass guitar (tracks 4, 6, 9, 10, 12)
• Dr. Edison Amos, Daniel Bocking, George W. Bush, George H. W. Bush – voices (track 10)
• M & M – additional guitars, string pads (track 6)

Production & Credits

• Produced by: Tori Amos
• Mixed & Recorded by: Mark Hawley & Marcel van Limbeek
• Mastered by: Thomas Schenk
• Design: Ward Stegerhoek
• Hair Styling: Eveline Lange
• Make-Up: Kevyn Aucoin (Assistant & Makeup)
• Management: John Witherspoon & Spivak Entertainment
• Additional Production & Styling Credits:
  • Photography: Tori Amos (Photography credit)
  • Management: Jon Astley
  • Stylist: Karen Binns
• Additional Notable Credits:
  • The cassette includes musical nods to classics such as "97 Bonnie & Clyde," "Enjoy The Silence," "I'm Not In Love," "Rattlesnakes," "Time," "Heart Of Gold," "I Don't Like Mondays," "Happiness Is A Warm Gun," "Raining Blood," and "Real Men," reflecting a creatively diverse production aesthetic.

Technical Specifications

• Audio Quality: High fidelity analog sound capture
• Packaging: Cassette with original Atlantic label artwork, designed by Ward Stegerhoek
• Running Time: Approximately 120 minutes of audio programming (includes interludes and ambient mix elements)

Interesting Facts

• Artistic Vision:
  "Strange Little Girl" is more than just an audio cassette; it’s a curated experience that blends Tori Amos’ genre-crossing musical styles with her flair for dramatic songwriting. The production is infused with references to a wide range of classic rock and alternative influences, reinforcing her place as an innovator in the music world.

• Remarkable Credits:
  Notable industry talents contributed to the cassette’s design and production, including makeup legend Kevyn Aucoin and acclaimed design work by Ward Stegerhoek. Such collaborations ensure that every element of the release—from sound to visual presentation—meets a high standard of artistry.

• Legacy and Influence:
  With Tori Amos at the production helm, this cassette stands as a testament to her creative control and vision. It encapsulates a pivotal moment in her career where the blend of alternative rock aesthetics and deeply personal lyrics struck a chord with fans worldwide.

Spanish Translation - Interesting Facts (Datos Interesantes)

• Visión Artística:
  "Strange Little Girl" es más que una cinta de audio; es una experiencia curada que mezcla los estilos musicales eclécticos de Tori Amos con su habilidad para componer letras dramáticas. La producción está impregnada de referencias a una amplia gama de influencias del rock clásico y alternativo, reafirmando su lugar como innovadora en el mundo musical.

• Créditos Notables:
  Talentos destacados de la industria han contribuido al diseño y producción de la cinta, incluyendo al legendario maquillador Kevyn Aucoin y el reconocido diseño de Ward Stegerhoek. Estas colaboraciones aseguran que cada elemento del lanzamiento, tanto el sonido como la presentación visual, alcance un alto estándar artístico.

• Legado e Influencia:
  Con Tori Amos liderando la producción, esta cinta es un testimonio de su control creativo y visión. Encapsula un momento crucial en su carrera, donde la fusión de la estética del rock alternativo y sus letras profundamente personales conmovió a fans de todo el mundo.

Publishers

Released by Atlantic Records, this cassette is part of Tori Amos’ distinguished discography. All rights reserved. The content is intended for private, personal use only. For more details or to explore additional Tori Amos releases, please visit www.toriamos.com.

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Spanish Translation - Hashtags:

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