Music
*** Natalie Imbruglia, “Left of the Middle,” RCA.
March 14, 1998
Most pop fans think of “Torn” as the plaintive love song that rocketed ingenue singer Natalie Imbruglia onto the radio and into the favor of heartbroken innocents everywhere.
Feb. 13, 1999
The huge international success of Natalie Imbruglia’s debut album, “Left of the Middle,” has been achieved despite the fact her live appearances have been limited to a handful of music industry showcases in her native Australia.
May 10, 1998
Jerry Crowe’s Pop Eye item about Natalie Imbruglia’s hit “Torn” (Feb. 15) mentions that the song was “originally recorded” by the L.A. band Ednaswap, but neglects to specify that it was co-written (with Phil Thornalley) by Ednaswap members Anne Preven and Scott Cutler.
Feb. 22, 1998
‘Saturday Night Live” has made some daring choices in musical guests over the years, but rarely--if ever--has it showcased someone before the act has released a record in the United States.
Feb. 15, 1998
Archives
At the altar: Pop star Natalie Imbruglia married Daniel Johns, lead singer for Australian rock band Silverchair, in a secret ceremony Wednesday at an exclusive resort on Australia’s northeastern coast.
Jan. 3, 2004
*** Ednaswap, “Wonderland Park,” Island.
Oct. 10, 1998
* Various artists, “Evangeline Made: A Tribute to Cajun Music,” Vanguard.
March 7, 2002
World & Nation
A coronavirus-themed cover of Natalie Imbruglia’s ‘Torn.’ A Vietnamese Ministry of Health ‘club banger’ about washing hands. A political cartoon commemorating a Wuhan doctor. How the outbreak is fueling artistic expression in the region hit the hardest.
March 6, 2020
Eric Clapton’s new album can’t get past No. 4. ‘Titanic’ soundtrack continues to lead procession.
March 19, 1998