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Elliott Smith - Either/Or - Rock Album
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Elliott Smith - Either/Or

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Released in 1997, Either/Or is the third solo studio album by American singer-songwriter Elliott Smith, noted for its intricate indie folk and melancholic themes.

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What label released Elliott Smith's Either/Or?

Either/Or was released in 1997 on the Kill Rock Stars independent label. It was his third solo studio album, transitioning him from pure lo-fi to slightly fuller arrangements.

Which Elliott Smith songs were featured in the movie Good Will Hunting?

Several tracks from Either/Or, including "Between the Bars" and "Say Yes," were prominently featured in the 1997 film "Good Will Hunting." This exposure earned Smith an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song for the track "Miss Misery."

Where was Elliott Smith's Either/Or recorded?

Elliott Smith recorded much of the album himself in his home studio using a four-track recorder. He also utilized studios in Portland and Los Angeles to layer the intricate instrumentation.

What is the title Either/Or a reference to?

The album's title is a direct reference to the famous philosophical work by Søren Kierkegaard. The themes of existential dread and internal conflict in the book heavily influenced the melancholic tone of the album.

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