September 10: Tori Amos Live Hamer Hall Melbourne, Australia 253/365

Monday September 10 2007
Another Year in the life of a Melbourne Designer

You know the ole desert island question of what music you'd take along to keep you from going insane (and start having wild sex romps with the ape and primate fraternity of said deserted island) - well I have been answering that question with the following 1: Black Sabbath, 2: Nine Inch Nails and 3: Tori Amos. Having said that, it has been an amazing year for gigs having been privvy to see three of my fave top four acts of all time... Nine Inch Nails, Black Sabbath and last night - Tori Amos. (Now, if only Ministry can announce an Aussie tour then my 'Holy Trinity +1' will all be complete!)

But I kinda, digress. Last night was the third time I have seen Tori Amos live. I have been fortunate enough to see her on her 1994, 2005 and now 2007 tours. With little fanfare or publicity from the mainstream Australian media, she manages to sell out her gigs time and time again. Last night was certainly no exception with barely a vacant seat throughout the wonderful Hamer Hall. The acoustics were nothing short of breathtaking and her live band had the perfect mix. As always, an intense and seductive light show was on offer and even if Tori featured one too many of her newer tracks from the 'American Doll Posse' album, she still pulled out the hits from her classic albums. To see such a virtuoso musician such as Tori on the piano is a sight to behold and her new take on some of her standards makes them all sound so fresh, vibrant and enthralling. Truly a magical night tinged with Tori's offbeat quirkiness, warmth and humor.

Simply a magical experience.

(A year ago today)

(Three years ago today)