At age one, Tori and her family moved to Baltimore, where she would
spend much of her childhood. She started playing piano at a very
early age (2 1/2). At the age of five, she was accepted to the
Peabody Conservatory (Arts school); she was the youngest person to
be accepted to the school. However, she soon discovered that there
were conflicts between her wants and those of the school. At age
11, she was kicked out. She eventually ended up in a rock band
called Y Kan't Tori Read, who released an album in 1988. The album
was a severe flop, and the band broke up shortly thereafter. Tori
has been doing her solo gig ever since, known for her strong voice,
eccentric lyrics, and (of course) her exceptional skill on the
piano.
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– Among the women appearing on the upcoming Oh! From The Girls compilation album -- The money raised from the sale of the album is donated to the Oxygen Media's Build Your Own Business program, which works to assist women starting up their own businesses. (October 28, 2003)
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– The Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan is suing Tori Amos for $40,000 deposit they paid to have her perform at a concert that never took place. (September 1, 2003)
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– The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network's (RAINN) president, Scott Berkowitz, is asking fans of Tori Amos to donate money to the organization in recognition of the singer's upcoming birthday. Amos, a founding member of RAINN, turns 40 years old on August 22, and those who contribute $5 or more to the network will have their name printed on a birthday card which will be sent to the singer. (August 8, 2003)
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– Among the judges for the 2003 Shortlist Music Prize.
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– Sometimes credited as: Ellen Amos or Tess Makes Good
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– Nickname: 'T'
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– Started playing piano at a very early age (2 1/2).
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– Was accepted to the Peabody Conservatory (Arts school) at the age of five; she was the youngest person to be accepted to the school.
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– Trade mark: Flame-red hair, couture outfits and expensive shoes.
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– Was voted Homecoming Queen, Choir Flirt, and Most Likely To Suceed in high school.
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– Chosen by People magazine as one of the 50 Most Beautiful People in the World. [1996]
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– Born at 1:10 PM EST
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