Steven Paul Smith (August 6, 1969 – October 21, 2003), known as Elliott Smith, was an American musician and singer-songwriter. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska, raised primarily in Texas, and lived much of his life in Portland, Oregon, where he gained popularity.

Aug 7, 2020 · Elliott Smith suffered from debilitating memories of childhood abuse and was a junkie who had quit several types of drugs simultaneously, making him even more vulnerable. All roads lead to passing away via his own hand.

Apr 18, 2020 · F or Elliott Smith, wisp-voiced enigma of US alt-folk, Figure 8 became a downward spiral. Planned as his “happier” album after several tough years – a devastating break-up, a reliance on alcohol...

Oct 21, 2013 · Ever since he died, 10 years ago today, people have been clamoring to tell Elliott Smith 's story for him: writers, poets, fellow musicians, his religiously devoted fans—anyone who felt...

Steven Paul "Elliott" Smith (August 6, 1969 – October 21, 2003) was an American singer-songwriter and musician. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska. He grew up in Duncanville, Texas. He died of stab wounds to his chest in 2003 when he was 34 years old. It is not known if it was suicide or murder.

Oct 22, 2003 · Singer-songwriter Elliott Smith, 34, was found dead Tuesday by his girlfriend in the Los Angeles apartment they shared. He apparently stabbed himself in the chest, but an investigation is...

On Oct. 21, 2003, Elliott Smith died in Los Angeles. The following Wednesday, WW published a cover package that attempted to make sense of losing Portland’s defining musical icon.

An indie-rock musician who seemingly overnight went from an underground hero to a popularly recognized songwriter, Elliott Smith established his place in music by writing beautiful songs about the pains of life.

Elliott Smith was known for his intricate fingerpicking style and his ability to convey deep emotions through his music. He was a talented multi-instrumentalist, playing guitar, piano, and even some drums on his recordings.

Nov 9, 2023 · Elliott Smith — my favorite artist — died 20 years ago. In the two decades since his passing, there have been posthumous album releases and re-issues, articles, books, a documentary, a...