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A classically trained pianist from a very early age, Fiona Apple began composing her own music at the age of 8, and before long she was writing her own songs. She poured her traumatic teenage years into her song-writing and by the time she was seventeen she'd made her first demo tape. When she heard that a friend of hers was babysitting for the music publicist Kathryn Schenker, she gave that demo tape to her friend to give to Schenker. Against all probability, Schenker was so impressed with what she heard that she passed it along to Andy Slater, an executive at Sony Music, who signed her to Columbia Records within months of her making the tape. Wisely, Apple spent the next two years honing her craft before releasing anything, and it's safe to say that the move paid off, as her debut album “Tidal”, was certified three times Platinum mere months after its release in July 1996.
Despite having the kind of record sales that most bands would kill for, the kind of mainstream success that fell into Apple's lap made her deeply uncomfortable. She wouldn't release another album until 1999 with “When The Pawn...”, an album whose title went straight into the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest album title ever (seriously, Google it). While the album was still a huge, Platinum certified hit, it didn't equal the success of “Tidal” and Apple was still reacting very badly to the public spotlight, culminating with an on-stage meltdown in New York City's Roseland Ballroom in February 2000. After finishing her touring commitments for the year, Apple moved from New York to Los Angeles, and spent the next two years on hiatus, which suited her so much that she had to be begged into make a new album by her longtime friend and producer Jon Brion.
She finally acquiesced and released her third album “Extraordinary Machine” in 2005. Ever since then, she's remained an artist in the truest sense of the word, never one to be hurried or have her artistic vision clouded by anyone else's input. With four stellar albums to her name and the kind of live show that any solo artist would kill for, Fiona Apple comes highly recommended.
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Fiona Apple is one of the most intriguing and thought-provoking singer-songwriters about today. Apple couples probing lyrics, drawing upon themes of disillusionment, low self-esteem and psychological angst, with a musical combination of jazz and alt rock to create evocative work. Add in her animated personality, and you get one impressive gig.
In October 2013 Apple retuned to her home, New York City, to play the Beacon Theatre. Performing alongside guitarist and singer-songwriter Blake Mills, and supported by Sebastian Steinberg, on bass fiddle, and Barbara Gruska, on drums, Fiona Apple provided a superbly challenging show. As soon as the quartet appeared on stage the expectant audience hushed, ready to be transported through Apple’s emotional tumults and through the more troublesome corners of their own minds.
The audience listened appreciatively as Fiona described the ‘fight with her brain’ that she experiences ‘Every Single Night.’ They absorbed the tension created my maudlin lyrics and plucky strings. Though the evening was not all angst. In between songs Apple exchanged comfortable rapport with Mills. At one point Fiona giggled as she fluffed a joke, which she only told after much persuasion from Blake. The audience laughed along. Indeed, the crowd was not excluded from any positivity, and fans could be heard shouting, ‘you’re beautiful’ in support of the performer.
Fiona Apple’s performance at the Beacon was challenging and beautiful. I left in a reflective daze. If you get the chance, experience one of her gigs first hand.
Han93
She is amazing. Even when shes more reclusive. My all time
fave female artist. No cellphones were allowed and I found rhat awesome. I'd do the same. Really makes the vibe more connected with out all the cell phone usage.
She ended abruptly it seemed or I missed it so dont venture tpo long out doors. No one opened. And her tiffs on stage I appreciate.
Any person who was silenced after being so successful amd reaching so many is a goddess. With poise patience and dignity.
hank the folks who made her album get de shelved.
She should never edit her completed work for anyone.
One day I dream of collabing.
Go see her. She's everything. ♡
deedelladonna
The Watkins Family Hour concert was amazing. I was not sure what to except but they were all so talented and masters of their craft. Seeing Fiona has always been on my bucket list (although I hate the term) and although it was her in a group she still shined and was great to see her in this element. Hope I get to see them again!
swirlyt
Gorgeous, melancholy, sexy gremlin goddess extraordinaire! Pure magick. My only criticism is that I wish she would have sang a few more songs. Still, it was incredible to get to see such a successful and talented artist at such a small venue as Largo. I'll definitely be back for more soon! :)
emily-pennington-1
She is one of the best song writers that I have ever witnessed. There are thoughts between the words. She is probably a genius. Her reflections cover many disciplines in history, scienceand philosophy. I just love her. Period.
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