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Roman Candle [ Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl ]

Roman Candle

SKU: V95881 Barcode: 0708857052363
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl

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  • Released Date: 09 Aug 2024

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Ah, Elliott Smith, the king of melancholic melodies and bittersweet lyrics. Roman Candle, his debut album, has been reissued on a deliciously opaque peach vinyl for all you indie enthusiasts out there.

The album opens with the haunting "Roman Candle", a delicate acoustic track that sets the tone for the melancholy journey ahead. Smith's whispery vocals wrap around your heart like a warm hug on a cold winter's night.

Tracks like "Condor Ave" and "Last Call" showcase Smith's effortless knack for storytelling, drawing you into his world of introspection and introspection. The raw emotion in his voice is palpable, making you feel like you're privy to his innermost thoughts and feelings.

Smith's signature finger-picking style is on full display throughout the album, creating a sense of intimacy and vulnerability that is hard to resist. Each song feels like a deeply personal confession, inviting you to wallow in the sadness and beauty of it all.

Overall, Roman Candle is a timeless classic that solidified Elliott Smith's status as a musical genius. The reissue on opaque peach vinyl adds a fresh twist to this indie gem, making it a must-have for any music lover's collection. Trust us, you don't want to miss out on this one.

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About the artist

Elliott Smith

The late, great Elliott Smith was a master of melancholy melodies and introspective lyrics. Hailing from Portland, Oregon, Smith first gained attention as a member of the band Heatmiser before launching his solo career in the mid-90s. With his hushed vocals and intricate guitar picking, Smith created a sound that was both delicate and devastating. His lyrics were often deeply personal, exploring themes of love, loss, and loneliness with a raw honesty that resonated with listeners around the world. Despite his troubled struggles with addiction and mental health issues, Smith continued to produce hauntingly beautiful music up until his untimely death in 2003. Songs like "Between the Bars" and "Miss Misery" have since become indie rock classics, solidifying Smith's status as a cult icon in the music industry. Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering his music for the first time, there's no denying the lasting impact that Elliott Smith has had on the contemporary music scene. His legacy lives on in the work of countless artists who have been influenced by his unique blend of sadness and beauty. So grab a cup of coffee, put on your headphones, and let yourself be swept away by the haunting melodies of Elliott Smith. Just make sure to have a box of tissues nearby - you might need them.

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