Description
Book SynopsisFocuses on the genius of Elliott Smith's 1998 debut that remains his defining album, XO. This book provides a take on this widely beloved album, steering clear of the sensationalist suicide angles that have dogged most analysis of Smith's extraordinary work.
Trade Review"It was only a matter of time before a clever publisher realized that there is an audience for whom Exile on Main Street or Electric Ladyland are as significant and worthy of study as The Catcher in the Rye or Middlemarch... freewheeling and eclectic, ranging from minute rock-geek analysis to idiosyncratic personal celebration - The New York Times Book Review Ideal for the rock geek who thinks liner notes just aren't enough - Rolling Stone A brilliant series...each one a word of real love - NME Religious tracts for the nock 'n' roll faithful - Uncut"
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Preface Part One: "Making Something From Nothing" - The "Story" of XO - XO Song by Song Part 2: "Pictures of Me" Sources
