Elliott Smith was an American singer-songwriter and musician known for his intimate songwriting and evocative music that blended elements of folk, rock, and indie pop. Born on August 6, 1969, in Omaha, Nebraska, Smith grew up primarily in Texas before moving to Portland, Oregon, where he would become a prominent figure in the indie music scene. He began his musical career playing with the band Heatmiser in the early
... MoreElliott Smith was an American singer-songwriter and musician known for his intimate songwriting and evocative music that blended elements of folk, rock, and indie pop. Born on August 6, 1969, in Omaha, Nebraska, Smith grew up primarily in Texas before moving to Portland, Oregon, where he would become a prominent figure in the indie music scene. He began his musical career playing with the band Heatmiser in the early 1990s but gained more widespread attention as a solo artist.
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