Baroque pop releases, week 40

This week's baroque pop highlights explore the intricate backstories behind iconic tracks, from a 1961 Dion single shaped by opera and rhythm and blues to Queen’s 1979 hit that unsettled the band members. Gregory Douglass reinterprets a Tori Amos classic ahead of his new album 'AMATEUR', while Tori Amos announces her second children's book, 'A Sorta Fairytale'. Kate Bush’s lyrical depth is revealed through a mathematical lens, and the Bellamy Brothers reflect on their chart-topping hit and its surprising roots.

1. 01

   The Bellamy Brothers, Neil Diamond

   Bellamy Brothers discuss their No. 1 hit and its unexpected origins

   Sep 29 · 2 outlets

2. 02

   Queen, Michael Jackson, Roger Taylor

   "Another One Bites The Dust" : le single de Queen que Michael Jackson réclamait et auquel Roger Taylor ne croyait pas

   Oct 4 · 1 outlet

3. 03

   Dion, Bo Diddley

   An Italian Opera and Bo Diddley Inspired This Incredible Dion Hit Single From 1961

   Oct 1 · 1 outlet

4. 04

   Gregory Douglass, Tori Amos

   Gregory Douglass Reimagines Tori Amos Classic ‘Tear In Your Hand’ Ahead Of New Album ‘AMATEUR’

   Sep 30 · 1 outlet

5. 05

   Queen, Freddie Mercury

   This 1979 Queen Single Made the Band Members Worry About Freddie Mercury

   Sep 29 · 1 outlet

6. 06

   Tori Amos

   Tori Amos annonce A Sorta Fairytale, son deuxième livre pour enfants

   Sep 29 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   Kate Bush

   Kate Bush : la déclaration d'amour qui se cache dans les mathématiques

   Sep 28 · 1 outlet

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