Nearly two years ago DiS got excited about the prospect of the follow-up to 'Figure 8', which was entitled 'From a Basement on the Hill'. We then discovered it was too dark for Dreamwerks to release. And then followed an 'incident' which led to Elliott's death.
In an update to SweetAdeline.net his official website, Elliott's father told fans the final studio release is currently in the final mixing stages, with tentative plans for a release in September and October on a label to be chosen by his family.
The 30+ songs were recorded at Smith's own studio, which his family has now decided to sell the equipment from (after unsuccesfully trying to keep the studio operational, as is), as a complete lot. It should be noted, however, that none of Smith's instruments will be sold.
DiScuss: What's the latest conspiracy theory about Elliott's death? Will his career forever be overshadowed like Tupac? Only the good die young? Has it even sunk in yet that he's gone?
Elliott Smith: 'From A Basement...', The Final Album Release Slated for Later this Year
did anyone read the Guardian's article on the Elliott Smith "murder" conspiracy?? the most pointless piece of journalism i've read in a while. let the guy rest. the conspiracy theories just serve to add to the 'rock n roll' mythology that, in the end, obscures the music. and he definitely deserves better than that.
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Elliott Smith: 'From A Basement...', The Final Album Release Slated for Later this Year
Elliott Smith: 'From A Basement...', The Final Album Release Slated for Later this Year
Elliott Smith: 'From A Basement...', The Final Album Release Slated for Later this Year
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Ya fucker Elliott. Can't wait to hear that new record though.
I've purposely avoided downloading any tracks, I want to hear it how he intended it.
Elliott Smith: 'From A Basement...', The Final Album Release Slated for Later this Year
Re: Elliott Smith: 'From A Basement...', The Final Album Release Slated for Later this Year
Think you should read the coroner's report on his death, which was of course given an 'open verdict' - the police couldn't deem it a suicide because several aspects were not consistent with suicide.
Conspiracy theories are bound to be complete bumf, as they generally are. However, there is the definite possibility his girlfriend was more involved than she says (her being the only witness...). Take a look at the report here: http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/esmithaut1.html
But yes, let him rest. And the Guardian should know better if they really are giving any credence to 'conspiracy theories'.
I read this article for the first time today (thesmokinggun)
It is the most heartbreaking combination of words that I have ever read. It kills me. May Elliott's legacy never fade.
DONT GO TOO FAR.. WE WERENT THERE!
look past the surface facts,
would you place you life and threaten your love life by just believe stupid surface truths,
We werent there!
But if we pretend to be God, and make massive judgements, saying elliot smith did this or that, is quite obsene.
I personally am totally blowen away by elliot smith, and see his death as untimely, but unsuprising as another victim of the so called music business
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Did you get the impression from my post that I believe in the Elliott conspiracy theory/ies?