Name: Shooting Star: The Definitive Story of Elliott Smith
Brand: Paul Rees

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2023-08-04

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Paul Rees

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Nine Eight Books

Paul Rees is a highly talented and versatile artist with a passion for music. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, he has established himself as a respected figure in the music world. Known for his unique style and captivating performances, Paul's music resonates with audiences of all ages. Whether it's his soulful ballads or energetic rock anthems, his songs have an undeniable impact on listeners.
Paul's journey began at a young age when he discovered his love for music. He honed his skills by studying various instruments and experimenting with different genres. This dedication to his craft allowed him to develop a distinctive sound that sets him apart from other artists.
Throughout his career, Paul has released several successful albums and collaborated with renowned musicians. His ability to connect with listeners through heartfelt lyrics and memorable melodies has earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.

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'Elliott was one of the best songwriters of our day and a formidable musician.' - Beck

'There's an undercurrent of real sadness in a lot of his music ... and that's just really the way he was.' - Steve Drozd, Flaming Lips

'I'm the wrong kind of person to be really big and famous.' - Elliott Smith, speaking in 1997

In 2003, Steven 'Elliott' Smith died from two stab wounds to the heart. To this day, the autopsy evidence remains inconclusive as to whether the wounds were self-inflicted or the result of homicide. Either way, this tragic end to Elliott's short-lived though prodigiously talented life became the dark denouement of a story riddled with depression, mental illness, addiction and chronic substance abuse.

Yet it is also a story of worldwide critical acclaim, of Oscar nominations and of some of the finest recorded music of the late twentieth century.Now, two decades after Elliott's death,&nbsp;Shooting Star&nbsp;seeks to encapsulate the many complexities of this shy, funny, engaging, enigmatic musician and his desperately troubled soul. 

With contributions from those closest to Elliott who have not previously spoken about their friend, this masterful biography places the singer-songwriter's vulnerabilities and decline within the broader context of all that he achieved: the sheer, stark beauty of the records he made and the resounding impact they went on to have across a whole spectrum of contemporary music.This is the definitive account of Elliott Smith - a once-in-a-generation artist.

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Discover Shooting Star: The Definitive Story of Elliott Smith by Paul Rees. Exclusive hardback copies available, signed by the author. Explore the life and music of this once-in-a-generation artist.