The title of this 2015 release is about as self-explanatory as could be: Seth Avett and Jessica Lea Mayfield Sing Elliot Smith. Twelve songs originally written by the acclaimed and well-loved Smith, performed by twi artists, currently known for their contributions to the indie folk rock landscape. The recordings are, in many cases, defined by bare instrumentation, driven by a simple yet bold vocal delivery, the depth of feeling complimenting that of the subject matter. This album is an obvious labor of love; a comment based on the genuine reverence which Avett and Mayfield clearly hold for Smith. At times, the songs feel light as a feather, while in others, thematically leaden with heartache, they are given a deep breath, a different dimension, a new color. In modern fashion, melodies intensely whispered by Elliot Smith are sung in a harmonious way, akin to the folk aesthetic of Gillian Welch and David Rawlings.
Condition:NEW. Brand New Factory Sealed
TRACK LISTINGS
Disc 1
1 Between the Bars - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:19)
2 Baby Britain - Jessica Lea Mayfield (3:18)
3 Fond Farewell - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:59)
4 Somebody That I Used To Know - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:23)
5 Let's Get Lost - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:20)
6 Twilight - Jessica Lea Mayfield (3:58)
7 Ballad of Big Nothing - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:34)
8 Angel In the Snow - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:29)
9 Pitseleh - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:52)
10 Angeles - Jessica Lea Mayfield (3:58)
11 Roman Candle - Jessica Lea Mayfield (2:50)
12 Memory Lane - Jessica Lea Mayfield (3:59)
|