Home to Oblivion: An Elliott Smith Tribute cover

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Home to Oblivion: An Elliott Smith Tribute

Christopher O'Riley · 2006

65 min · 18 tracks · classical music

Classical piano interpretations breathe new life into Elliott Smith's introspective and melancholic songwriting.

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    Between the Bars — This track exemplifies O'Riley's ability to capture the emotional depth of Smith's lyrics while showcasing exquisite piano phrasing that elevates the original composition.
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    I Better Be Quiet Now — O'Riley's interpretation transforms this introspective piece into a hauntingly beautiful arrangement that highlights the subtle complexities of Smith's writing.
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    Speed Trials — In this rendition, O'Riley emphasizes the urgency and tension of the original song through dynamic tempo shifts and rich harmonic textures.

Tracklist

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  • 1 Coast to Coast 5:39
  • 2 Let's Get Lost 2:41
  • 3 I Didn't Understand 2:49
  • 4 Speed Trials 4:09
  • 5 I Better Be Quiet Now 3:44
  • 6 Roman Candle 4:20
  • 7 Satellite 3:09
  • 8 Independence Day 3:16
  • 9 Cupid's Trick 3:30
  • 10 Oh Well, Okay 3:06
  • 11 No Life 4:38
  • 12 Between the Bars 2:44
  • 13 Christian Brothers 5:48
  • 14 Everything Means Nothing to Me 2:59
  • 15 Waltz #1 3:42
  • 16 Not Half Right 4:26
  • 17 Stupidity Tries 3:18
  • 18 Bye 1:43

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