Little Earthquakes
Tori Amos · 1992
57 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · classical · art rock
Piano-driven melodies intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics, creating an intimate yet expansive emotional landscape.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- intimate late-night reflections steady emotional crescendos throughout piano melodies for deep focus
- Context
- Released on January 6, 1992, 'Little Earthquakes' was Tori Amos's debut solo album after her departure from the band Y Kant Tori Read. At this point, Amos was transitioning from a commercial pop background into a more personal and artistic expression that would define her career.
- If you like
- alternative rock, classical, art rock
- What next
- Under the Pink — Continues the piano-driven intimacy while expanding on lyrical themes.
Little Earthquakes is an album by Tori Amos, released in 1992. Piano-driven melodies intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics, creating an intimate yet expansive emotional landscape. 'Little Earthquakes' received widespread critical acclaim upon release and is credited with influencing a generation of female singer-songwriters. The album's candid exploration of themes like sexuality and trauma resonated with listeners, helping it achieve cult status and solidify Amos's place in the alternative rock scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Little Earthquakes sound like?
Piano-driven melodies intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics, creating an intimate yet expansive emotional landscape. Rooted in alternative rock and classical. Start with "Crucify".
Is Little Earthquakes a good place to start with Tori Amos?
Yes, Little Earthquakes is recommended as a starting point for new Tori Amos listeners. Piano-driven melodies intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics, creating an intimate yet expansive emotional landscape. Released on January 6, 1992, 'Little Earthquakes' was Tori Amos's debut solo album after her departure from the band Y Kant Tori Read. At this point, Amos was transitioning from a commercial pop background into a more personal and artistic expression that would define her career.
Who is Little Earthquakes for?
Little Earthquakes works well if you're into intimate late-night reflections, steady emotional crescendos throughout and piano melodies for deep focus.
How many songs are on Little Earthquakes?
Little Earthquakes has 12 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Crucify.
- 1 Crucify Start here 5:00
- 2 Girl 4:07
- 3 Silent All These Years Standout 4:11
- 4 Precious Things 4:27
- 5 Winter 5:42
- 6 Happy Phantom 3:15
- 7 China 5:00
- 8 Leather 3:12
- 9 Mother 6:59
- 10 Tear in Your Hand 4:38
- 11 Me and a Gun Standout 3:44
- 12 Little Earthquakes 6:52
Release Date
January 6, 1992
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
57 min 11 sec
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