Comments for André Schneider, Hey Jupiter

It takes a hell of a nerve to cover anything by Tori Amos. Her music is as personal and unique to her as her own fingerprint. The only possible way to succeed is not to even try a carbon copy. Thankfully this is what André does with 'Putting the Damage On'. This begins with an original spoken word piece that is so clear, and heartbreakingly direct that it is easy to forget why you started to listen. The song itself when it finally begins is an extension of that feeling, and yet something entirely new. It deals with emotions that every person will feel at least once in their lives, and so it is something that anyone can listen to, and 'get it'..." Jenna Bryan, UK "André Schneider knew that he was treading on hallowed ground when he decided to perform songs associated with Tori Amos, but he never avoided a challenge in his multi-faced career. In choosing material from such a legendary and distinctive performer, he might have known that comparisons would be inevitable. It is however fair to say that André, whilst appreciating the status and individual voice of Tori Amos, was drawn principally to the music, lyrics and setting of her material rather than seeking to emulate her interpretation. When listening to his interpretations (especially his tender rendition of 'Putting the Damage On'), you will find no Tori, but pure Atti." Stuart Wilms, UK "On 'Putting the Damage On', you can hear André's soft beautiful accent so clearly, it's so sensual, you wish you were in the room with him. Like André's book, this song has sex appeal. 'iieee' works equally well, he was born to sing this song! And if you listen carefully to 'Hey Jupiter', you can hear his soft breath in your ear. You can feel his intensity. This song melts my heart." Lisa Marie Boone, Canada "Hearing André Schneider sing these three songs makes me think of a hundred others that I would like to hear him sing. Such a soft voice it makes your brain float and your heart vibrate. 'Hey Jupiter' just left me wanting. To hear that voice speak and sing became something very urgent." Rebecka Gothen, Sweden "We have found the next Jim Morrison. A very welcomed change to the music that has been playing in neighborhoods around NYC and New Jersey." Elisabeth, USA "No matter what André does, you can always feel his unconditional love. These songs are his very true feelings, pieces of his soul. Impossible not to love them." Mark Hallinan, Ireland