Parks’ tattoo is the title of Smith’s definitive 1997 LP, a record that, 25 years later, has become both blueprint and spiritual text for a generation of artists who discovered the singer-songwriter’s work well after his death in 2003. When I'm in the studio, almost every time I’ll think of him: What would he do, or how would he approach the story I have in my head? So, I thought, ‘Why not carry him with me in some way?’” But I see him almost as this presence that follows me.
“It’s funny,” the UK singer-songwriter tells Apple Music, “because I know a lot of people-a lot of artists-with Elliott Smith tattoos. I Don’t Think I’m Ever Gonna Figure It Out (remixed/remastered)ĩ.On her 21st birthday, Arlo Parks decided to get a new tattoo-the words “Either/Or” inked on her ankle in her close friend’s handwriting. This gorgeous collection is an essential listen for longtime fans and newcomers alike.ħ. The double LP is packaged in a gatefold jacket that includes an insert of the original liner notes, a postcard of the original master tapes, and several never-before seen photos. The second disc features five live multi-track recordings from the Yo Yo A Go Go Festival in Olympia WA in 1997, as well as three previously unreleased studio recordings and one b-side gem. To commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Elliott Smith’s best-selling and greatly beloved album, Either/Or are UMC releasing Either/Or: Expanded Edition 2LP on May 19, 2017.Įither/Or: Expanded Edition features the original tracks carefully remastered from original tapes under the supervision of Larry Crane.
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