LONDON—Tori Amos kicked off her much-hyped 2026 World Tour Wednesday night. She launched the tour at Sheffield City Hall. The singer debuted a song from her upcoming album, ‘In Times Of Dragons.’ She also unearthed a forgotten gem from the early 2000s. The 2026 tour is already proving historic. Tori Amos kicked off her 2026 tour with a bold statement.
The Deep Cut Heard ‘Round The World
Amos performed ‘Witness.’ The track appeared on her 2005 album, ‘The Beekeeper.’ It had not been played live in 21 years. Fans were reportedly stunned. The live debut of ‘Witness’ was a shock. Many attendees had no memory of the song. “I honestly thought ‘Witness’ was a fever dream,” said superfan Brenda Plotz, President of the Tori Amos Unofficial Fan Club of the Greater Manchester Area. “Then she played it. I felt seen. I felt witnessed.” The 2026 tour will feature more such rarities.
New Music, Old Memories
The concert also featured the live debut of a new single from ‘In Times Of Dragons.’ The album drops next month. Amos is known for her demanding live performances. She also has an extensive back catalog. This tour promises more surprises. The singer plans to delve deep into her discography. She will revisit songs from the early aughts and beyond. “We’re digging up the bones,” stated tour manager Bartholomew Quill, Official Keeper of Tori’s Ancient Setlists. “Some of these songs haven’t seen the light of day since flip phones were cool.” At press time, fans were still debating if ‘Witness’ was real.
