Elliott Smith

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Elliott Smith Essentials

Songs from the heart that still resonate to this day.

Elliott Smith: Influences

A collection as beautiful and affecting as the genius it inspired.

Elliott Smith: Deep Cuts

His catalog extended far beyond sad songs and waltzes.

Inspired by Elliott Smith

Tragic, moody melodies from modern indie singer/songwriters.

About Elliott Smith

Hometown

Omaha, NE, United States

Born

August 6, 1969

Genre

Alternative

That Elliott Smith's work is still being discovered long after his tragic passing in 2003 is a testament to its emotional power. Formerly the lead vocalist in Portland, Oregon, indie rockers Heatmiser, the prolific singer-songwriter gradually attained cult hero status in the '90s with a string of bleak but beautiful solo LPs. The troubled star flirted with mainstream success when his songs were featured in Good Will Hunting ("Miss Misery" was nominated for an Oscar), and left behind an influential catalog of melancholic and candid indie folk that spoke directly to the soul.

Elliott Smith has also released music as a member of Heatmiser.

Musical InfluencesElliott Smith's musical influences include Nick Drake, The Beatles, Neil Young and more.