Elliott Smith Samuel Locke Ward And though the titles include

And though the titles include bands he loves (“Kinks

Light of My Life 8

Crystal Witch

but this album has an undercurrent of heat that translates to a thawing of frozen hearts

The intention to steer away from apathy and self-empower by focusing on what we can control and make light of in a world designed to take it away

Elliott Smith Samuel Locke Ward And though the titles includeElliott Smiths eponymous second album continued where his debut, Roman Candle, left off. Through whispered choruses, subtle fingerpicking, and haunting melodies, Elliott Smith envelops listeners in deeply personal confidence, as if one were privy to thoughts forbidden from being shared aloud. In its bleakness, Elliott Smith showcases the titular songwriters ability to produce melancholy works of art without ever becoming maudlin. This second album