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XO

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XO - Elliott Smith

Album Description

Elliott Smith's XO, released on 25 August 1998 through Geffen, is a masterfully crafted singer-songwriter album that showcases the artist's profound talent for storytelling through music. With a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, this album takes you on a journey of introspection and emotional depth, as Elliott Smith weaves a complex tapestry of sound and sentiment.

Featuring a diverse range of tracks, including the hauntingly beautiful 'Waltz #2 (XO)' and the poignant 'Baby Britain', XO is a testament to Elliott Smith's ability to craft songs that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. The album's 14 main tracks, followed by a selection of alternative versions, demos, and remixes, demonstrate the artist's innovative approach to songwriting and his willingness to experiment with different sounds and styles.

From the opening notes of 'Sweet Adeline' to the closing strains of 'Miss Misery', XO is an album that invites you to immerse yourself in its world of melancholic beauty and quiet introspection. With its richly textured soundscapes and Elliott Smith's distinctive, whispery vocals, XO is an album that will resonate with fans of singer-songwriter music and leave a lasting impression on all who listen.

© 1998 UMG Recordings, Inc.℗ 2019 UMG Recordings, Inc.

Tracks

  1. Sweet AdelineElliott Smith
  2. Tomorrow TomorrowElliott Smith
  3. Waltz #2 (XO)Elliott Smith
  4. Baby BritainElliott Smith
  5. PitselehElliott Smith
  6. Independence DayElliott Smith
  7. Bled WhiteElliott Smith
  8. Waltz #1Elliott Smith
  9. AmityElliott Smith
  10. Oh Well, OKElliott Smith
  11. Bottle Up And Explode!Elliott Smith
  12. A Question MarkElliott Smith
  13. Everybody Cares, Everybody UnderstandsElliott Smith
  14. I Didn't UnderstandElliott Smith
  15. Our ThingElliott Smith
  16. How To Take A FallElliott Smith
  17. The Enemy Is YouElliott Smith
  18. Some Song - Alternative VersionElliott Smith
  19. Waltz #1 - Demo VersionElliott Smith
  20. Bottle Up & Explode! - Early VersionElliott Smith
  21. Baby Britain - RemixElliott Smith
  22. Waltz #2 - Radio EditElliott Smith
  23. Miss MiseryElliott Smith
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About Elliott Smith

Elliott Smith, born Steven Paul Smith, was an American singer-songwriter renowned for his intimate vocals and introspective lyrics. Hailing from Omaha, Nebraska, and spending much of his life in Portland, Oregon, Smith's music is characterized by his delicate, whispery voice and intricate guitar work. His songs often explore themes of tenderness, romance, and personal struggle, with a poetic and allusive lyricism. Smith's use of multi-tracking created rich vocal textures and harmonies, adding depth to his melancholic sound. Despite his personal battles, his music continues to resonate with fans, celebrated for its exceptional songwriting, minimalism, and honesty. Smith's legacy endures, making him one of the most important figures in the singer-songwriter genre.

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