I know it’s totally and 100% blasphemous to think of someone human as a G-d, or to even write GOD, which I have been doing without the hyphen lately, but shit howdy, Elliott Smith is a Guitar God, and there’s no other way to put it.
Guy sings out out of key better than most sing in key.
Guy plays the most intricate melodies and chords, it’s nearly impossible to play any of his songs unless your Evan Weiss or Jimmy Page. Although he sings about heroin and lost love and broken hearts, it’s so pretty!
It’s been seven years since his death and there’s still nobody in the game like Elliott Smith. HOORAY for Elliott.
Also, for all you non-fans, a great collection just came out. It’s basically an introductory lesson to Elliott’s music. However, if you’re really interested, I will send you my ultimate Elliott Smith mix, which I compiled after FROM A BASEMENT ON THE HILL came out, shortly after his death. However, I would suggest starting with XO if you are a new fan.
Ok — no more death talk! It’s the holidays!

