From a Basement on the Hill is the sixth and final studio album by American singer-songwriter Elliott Smith, released posthumously on October 19, 2004.
The album was a work in progress at the time of Smith's untimely death in 2003. It showcases a blend of his signature melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics, with explorations into heavier, guitar-driven sounds. The production incorporates instrumental passages and experimental arrangements, reflecting Smith's evolving artistic vision.
Upon its release, "From a Basement on the Hill" received widespread critical acclaim. The album holds an approval rating of 88 out of 100 on Metacritic, indicating "universal acclaim." Reviewers praised its cohesive nature and emotional depth. Pitchfork described it as "perfectly coherent and cohesive, without any sense of being slapped together from half-finished parts." Billboard stated that Smith "bundles together subtlety and ferocity to create one of his heart-aching best."
Tracklist:
Side A
A1. Coast to Coast
A2. Let's Get Lost
A3. Pretty (Ugly Before)
Side B
B1. Don't Go Down
B2. Strung Out Again
B3. A Fond Farewell
B4. King's Crossing
Side C
C1. Ostrich & Chirping
C2. Twilight
C3. A Passing Feeling
C4. The Last Hour
Side D
D1. Shooting Star
D2. Memory Lane
D3. Little One
D4. A Distorted Reality Is Now a Necessity to Be Free
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2024
2LP
Twilight Blue
LP-KRS-708C
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