A small but wonderful helping of solo live material.

"Bliss" was the first single off of Amos's fifth solo album, "to venus and back," released a couple of weeks before the album. Just as the second disc of the album is a live collection of mostly band songs, the "Bliss" single offers a further look into Amos's live solo performances, played during "secretime" of her 1998 concert tour. The offerings here are a very moving version of my favorite song of hers to date, "hey Jupiter," and a pleasing rendition of the Amos fan favorite "Upside Down" (one of Amos's favorite songs).

Five Stars

Bliss is one of those songs that will grow on you and you will most likely love, I did and I still do. This single is a preview of sorts for her album To Venus And Back. Bliss is the lead off single from the 1st CD Orbiting (new studio album), and the two songs Hey Jupiter and Upside Down (both live) are in a way previews from the second disc on Venus called Still Orbiting (live album), even though they are not included. This is a must, they are all beautiful songs by Tori we have come to expect from her.

love song

"Bliss" is, to me, a beautiful love song from Tori to her husband. When I got the single, I played it over and over. I'm still not tired of this song. My favorite line is `so maybe we're a Bliss of another kind,' because it reminds me of my true love. We have a very special Bliss of our own.

The live versions of "hey jupiter" and "upside down" on this single are simply enchanting! I just love to hear Tori and her piano. I enjoy her with her band, but hearing her perform solo is a delightful treat.