I was in the crowd at Elliots last show at the U of U. He was so scattered and couldn't remember the lyrics to Long, Long, Long by The Beatles. Its an obscure Beatles song and my favorite. I started shouting the lyrics so he could hear. He thanked me after that song and it was special. So crushed a couple weeks later when he died.
Omg you are so insanely lucky. I dont know what you meant by rotter, but can you make me hip?" i love elliott and feel like I understand him well. A MONUMENTAL influence and my favorite artist forever
I was listening to sky turning gray, on the highway rider album. After listening to that song I couldn't stop wondering what relationship Brad and Elliot had, so I started looking on the Internet and I found this. I could never guess that two of my heroes had played together
High regards for late, great Elliott Smith. Depression is molestation of the mind and body. Unfortunately it invited itself into my soul. Music is like a dog, it’s always loyal, doesn’t steal, doesnt cheat--it’s my best friend.
Too many people have shaped an image of Elliott in their head based off his music. His music isn’t a direct copy of his personality. It’s a small part of a human being that was so much more. We have to stop thinking of him as an extension of his music rather than the his music being am extension of him. You can see him joking in just about every show and interview. People who knew him knew a gentle funny guy who was fun to be around. He didn’t kill himself. I wish the fan base would wake up and see that. The investigation is still open pending evidence that’s never coming. What’s sad is his family will never get justice for what happened to home
I thought somebody put a list but I can't find it anymore so here you go again... 02:50 Son of Sam 06:54 Independence Day 10:38 Bottle Up and Explode 14:13 Everything Means Nothing To Me 18:22 Waterloo Sunset* 23:26 Jealous Guy* 27:40 Trouble* 32:07 Nightime* 35:20 Happiness All the songs are from either Figure 8 or XO. Songs with * are covers.
Every time I learn an Elliott Smith song, I find a new way to look at composition. I don't know if he thought about music differently or just had an understanding of theory that I can't even imagine, but even when his songs are stripped down the the basic components the progressions are so powerful.
@@MeatSnax I find myself thinking the same thing when I learn a new song by him. I learnt Condor Ave and wondered how a human even writes something like that. I have a running theory he wrote some songs on piano first and then jumped them onto guitar, but who knows
because this culture we live in is nascar hotpocket and people value fox news and american gladiators, and the pres 45 his Taste: Diet Coke button of all the drinks to have access to.
Jon is a personal hero of mine (not to sound too dramatic) right along with Elliott. He was the first producer that I really wanted to learn more about and that I feel taught me what it is to be a musician in this current climate. The guy did Tidal with Fiona Apple, XO with Elliott, and Late Registration with Kanye among others. I always hold Jon up as an example of everything that I could possibly hope to achieve with my own career in the industry. Definitely way ahead of his time.
I don't really comment on anything ever but I've come to the conclusion that this is the best thing that has ever been uploaded to RUclips and this video alone justifies RUclips's existence
+lifeofspite The climax of the song is so moving! My first time stumbling upon this hidden gem today, and seeing how it's such a emotionally powerful performance by a gifted lost genius! I was also left with the same thought as you, and loved that he played one of my absolute faves :)
every moment they're not playing music are so awkward it's just perfect, i love this, cheers for Jon he was really trying but Elliott was in a different plane, still what they made that day was perfect, so glad we can have this delight
To me he appeared to be having a great time. It seems like these two guys know each other to some degree, and keeping in mind Elliott is really really dry with his humor, which is lost on some, but the host played right up to it, allowing for these periods of quiet, or leaving Elliott's one word answers at that, encouraging further sarcastic hijinks... Elliott is softly spoken, but I dunno about on another plane, brother...if anything, he looks incredibly healthy and put together here. His skin looks great, though it could be tv makeup. His voice is strong and clear. And besides his natural not so outgoing nature, he is really present and engaged throughout this show. Anyway, I love him too. ✌🏻
Man! Did Jon Brion picked the best guest ever! I love it when Elliott has to start over his songs, he's so honest and pure, we love you and miss you Elliott!
I think "everything means nothing to me" is one of the most beautiful compositions of all time. I agree with the other commenter that this is my favorite performance of it, if not one of my favorite live elliott songs of all time. To me this song sounds half modern, half classical. Like if a classical composer traveled to the future and saw that people were now writing 4 minute compositions that you sing over.
Ran into someone today at the local coffee-spot, who, looking over my shoulder, noticed me watching this video. She couldn't help herself but to let me know she loved Elliott. I think E.S. fans are alike in that way. I don't know I could've helped myself had I noticed a complete stranger watching Elliot Smith videos. I probably would've had to say something too. This is a FANTASTIC video with FANTASTIC sound quality. Thanks for posting this. xoG
oh Freddy, you just got a cyber snuggie and your lil skid marked shorts are wedged so far up your ass it's killing you ! Now go ask Mommie for a juice box !!
He's so hard on himself when he made that mistake at the start. It broke my heart. He seems really sweet and nice, it's saddening to learn about his life history. I'm glad he had music. It was most likely his outlet. He was really great at composing it too, I mean, these songs are pure gold! They're real poetry put to music. KUDOS ELLIOTT! I LOVE YA!
Every person who dies young .... their narrative gets twisted to make it out that the person was a Troubled Artist Always Fated to Careen Toward Death---it's a safe and lazy narrative. Plenty of people were far more troubled than, say, Elliott Smith at different parts of their lives and live to be quite old----among other benefits of doing so is escaping the stupid Tragic Artist trope. Elliott Smith had his troubles and struggles but he was also hilarious, mirthful, whimsical, curious, smart, philosophical, and a lot more than addiction, depression, dysfunctional relationship with girlfriend who stabbed him to death with a steak knife.
@@SusanDoran definitely. There was a lovely book written about him by a close friend. They always said he was a total jokester. Always there to back up his friends in fights and all sorts. Some people just love to romanticize depression.
It has become one of my habits, to visit this video every once in a while, when life seems partuculary grim and is worth a special Elliott Smith treatment.
I have never fallen so hard for something in such a long time, I'm completely in love, I've always loved Elliott Smith and Jon Brion but I never knew this existed and hearing this has make my year. I can't get enough of it.
Welcome to the land of violation of community guidelines @Freddy Rick, reported. Kind of odd how you hate Elliott Smith so much that you posted repeatedly over two months. Get your heart and mind right in life, is my recommendation, but you'll learn that soon enough.
Elliott Smith is Amazing! The longer you listen to his music the better it gets it never gets old. You can't say that about most music. RIP Elliott Smith.
Cause enjoyment of music is congruent with our knowledge of the totality of mankind's musical output (to some extent). Elliott creates such beautiful chord and key changes. One who appreciates life's growth patterns appreciates Elliott's music
More people should take their floorboards up. Any more Elliott we can have in our lives is good stuff. The harmonium/piano version of Independence Day is simply breathtaking.
I personally love Jon Brion since Meaningless and Magnolia. That set is just terribly fantastical. This is some intimate footage before their falling out. God man Elliott was sick good at guitar. Unmatched.
I think I've already memorized every note, joke, move, song and word on this video. I can't stop watching and loving it. Thank you so much for letting us enjoy this precious work of art.
Whenever I usually introduce new people to Elliotts beautiful melodic heart and soul touching music, they say it sounds depressing which now I have the answer to it straight out of Elliotts mouth! It's " Quiet Strong Beauty" in this Loud Weak Ugly world! So I was feeling pretty down this morning and stumbled upon this ABSOLUTELY AMAZING INSPIRATIONALLY AWAKENING performance! Eternal Sunshine (which is my favorite love movie) soundtrack then Jon Brion search brought me here. This was in my honest opinion the best duo session ever! Jon Brion tried to show his respect/ love/ compassion and admiration to another true ARTIST! The way he encourages and picks Elliotts spirit up when he makes the smallest infraction on his genius artistry and becomes depressed is FUCKING BLINDING!!! I will have this on repeat and share this video with as many people who truly FEEL music that I can in honoring Elliott Smith and what PASSION can create!!! Elliott has inspired me to be a more open/ loving/ caring/ passionate person, which I think is the TRUE goal of life :)
The first minute and five seconds are so cool. There's so much perspective in that time frame, but just imagine being Elliott up until 2:25 like that's such a vibe to come out to, full of people that are there to solely see you.
Isn't that a sweet moment? I guess because of BBC guidelines in some cases, he wanted to be certain of the laws, or the show format and rules. Maybe he was just kidding, more than likely, Elliott had a great sense of humor.
@@roninreturns he was and he wasn't kidding -- listen again for his joke - this show had nothing to do with the BBC -- but if you watch any late night show they are not supposed to be drinking and it's been an ongoing joke for 60 years about what the guests and the hosts have in their mugs...
Elliott was the epitome of greatness, and Jon Brion was complimenting in a way, that wasn't overbearing, I've watched this hundred plus times now, never gets old!
Here's an average looking guy playing decent guitar (and piano) and singing like he's in his bedroom just working song's out. And I find it one of the most moving and heartfelt performances that I've heard in a very long time. I listened to Elliot back in the 90s but after not hearing him for some years it was very nice to stumble onto this wonderful performance.
He is so relatable in his awkwardness. He is clearly a little messed up here and he asks the jon if he can drink quietly and he just announces it to everyone. What a character this guy was. A complete inspiration for people like me and a tale of mental illness and strife. I really wish he was still with us.
A pairing of some of the most supremely talented recording artists and live musicians of this generation. Watching the documentary and learning about what may have been happening at that time is heartbreaking to imagine. I watch this show almost once every few days and I will never take for granted the everlasting power that their music has on me.
Such a great show. Two totally different personalities but with shared musical talent. I can't stop thinking that Jon Brion is the ying to Elliott's yang. One an extrovert and part of "showbiz!" and the other a mysterious introvert. Both talented instrumentalists and performers, but just so different. The dynamic just reminds me of McCartney/Harrison (or, in fiction Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler!)
Shout out to fellow introverts, it's all gonna be OK. Listen to Elliot but get out and give it your best shot too, humans suck sometimes but we gotta keep on trucking! Love love love
I asked my wife how many albums would be have had if he hadn't died. she said about 7. just watching this again makes me realize his songwriting genius all over again. its been about 2 years since I've watched this and its so great! He seamed to be such a beautiful person and thinking about if he had lived makes me want to cry. In a small way I guess we should just be happy he existed at all :)
I know this comment is old but Jon Brion has made some of my favorite movie scores of all time. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Synecdoche New York, Punch Drunk Love, Magnolia, he’s one of the best!
I would have loved to hear a duo album with Mehldau and Elliott.. If you're not familiar with Mehldau, he's an incredible talent in the modern jazz world.. actually a bit of an Elliott smith type himself.. just super deep and full of texture and color.
Freddy Rick - Wow, I can hear everybody laughing. It’s so funny you’ll have to use it again. When you get nominated for an Oscar or become one of the best songwriters ever then you can prove your fashion sense to the world. Maybe we all will have a laugh then.
Ever since I saw good will hunting in the cinema in 1996 I knew there was something special about Elliott Smith and have been listening to him ever since. What an amazing artist and a genius songwriter. Seeing Jon Brion another one of my favourite songwriters playing with him is just a dream.
It's, I think, the best and funniest appearance I've seen Elliott Smith make. Incredible, intimate performance and collaboration. Oozing talent, sincerity and humour between them. I'll run out of superlatives soon so I just want to say Thank You Elliott for saving me time and time again, from the moment I first discovered your songs and continually so. I've yet to come across a songwriter with more fearlessness when it comes to baring your emotions in your songs, and in doing so allowing many of us to find some weird kind of solace in your pain. I hope you have finally found peace. R.I.P. Thanks for sharing this video.
same as in his songwriting lesson video, where he says "if you u like it, it must be good." This is the kindness his troubled heart was about, and is as a music teacher myself, so POSITIVE in how encouraging the message is- that it informs my own methods. Beautiful. Love this comment
An emotional rollercoaster of sadness and happiness overwhelms my soul every time I view! The truly beautiful, kind and loving soul, that is Elliott Smith 😍 Or better yet, a "Quiet, Strong Beauty" quoted by Elliott at 31:54 commenting on a songs feel to himself 👌 He continuously beats himself up mentally, throughout the interview 🥺 It's awesome to see Jon, who is obviously an admirer, steering him towards happiness in his empathy 🥰 Most of us that love and follow Elliott Smith can relate, with consistently downgrading every action we do 😏 So keep being a loving, caring and passionate human being, because once we're gone, who knows how in depth our strength empowers someone else in need 🥰😍👌
Why did I just find this now.. I've loved Jon and Elliott since I was 14 and didn't even know they played together. I am now 22 years old. I feel like crying.
This is Prolly the 100th time I've watched this. So good. When I got into Elliott's music I could not believe the consistent level of greatness in each and every track. He left behind an incredible catalog. I can only imagine what he would've come up with in these last 10 years. Fantastic work :)
Elliott Smith is the most important thing in my life, but out of choice I haven't listened to him in six months. However, when the day comes that I listen to him again, this will be first on my list.
These guys are just another level of passion for music theory and love for musical expression that seems to be dwindling by the year. Thank heavens for documentation of these moments
Never heard of this show till just now...what a treat...interesting characters...so sad to be without Eliot Smith...what a great show and a shame we don't have more of that these days..or any of it...
Just beautiful.... All these years later it still hurts to know he is no longer with us. First time I have seen this video, thanks so much for sharing so we can all enjoy. Much love to you all....X
We play this on repeat some days at home!! The delight of reminiscing every second of this wonderful performance, enjoying Elliott's energy and Jon's ability to bring him back to comfort. Beautiful joining. Unequal music. Incomparable art
yes because he made great music, but also i feel it in my heart that he was an amazing person. and no not everyone is special, or not to me anyway. some people just blow your mind and inspire you on a level that you cant explain. for me elliott smith is one of those people. Elliott Smith was an amazingly talented and different musician who while being incredibly underrated was a special person that deserves to be called special in my comment
Elliott has been to this day one of my favorite artists and I can't express the place I feel for him deep in my heart. He was SUCH an amazing talent. I'm just so thankful for what he left all of us through his music. To get into the mental illness side of it all is another topic entirely. I can only handle so much of him at once but I binge on him once in a while and it's like an ecstasy. "Soft and beautiful."
Thank you so much to whom ever made this available. I go through phases of listening to Elliot Smith's music and always find new ways to appreciate him. Love to all here---you are loved beyond doubt.
So strange , I only get to know this music 10 years after Elliott Smith's death. I love it because the music is so alive and so timeless. Thank you soo much for posting this!!
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I was in the crowd at Elliots last show at the U of U. He was so scattered and couldn't remember the lyrics to Long, Long, Long by The Beatles. Its an obscure Beatles song and my favorite. I started shouting the lyrics so he could hear. He thanked me after that song and it was special. So crushed a couple weeks later when he died.
a passing ship in a different, beautiful world.
My favorite Beatles song
This is like if Elliott Smith had been on a NPR Tiny Desk concert.
Gosh. He is so good. If he was on tiny desk it would blow the world away.
but better?
I've seen some great people on NPR Tiny Desk. He would have been be a fine addition.
This was ahead of its time
"Hi, I'm Jon Brion, and welcome to NPR's Discount Carpet Outlet Concerts..." I kid, I kid, I totally get what you mean.
fun fact: paul thomas anderson shot this and fiona apple was in the audience. so much greatness in one room!!
Source?
@@sneakaholic011 Thats awesome. Thanks for sharing
@@po7ta source?
@@bigboji4803 They replied a while ago with the source but looks like they deleted it. It was true tho
@@po7ta cigsandredvines.blogspot.com/2013/01/watch-pta-directed-pilot-for-jon-brion.html
21:09 I love Elliott's face at this part as the guy fucks up on his solo part.
It's right on key though - it works in other words. Smith looks pleased that it's turned out okay.
this is my youtube happy place,
just come back once in a while.
Just found it, gonna be coming back
Same. I love this mini concert and his song selection.
Elliott was so sweet and childlike. I’m glad he achieved fame to be immortalized in culture. His music will reach many generations.
the best part of this to me is that you can see how much these dudes liked one another.
I met him once in Manchester,UK.I said,"Put me on tonights guest list and don't be a rotter!" he looked up and said,"Sure".And he did! Lovely guy.
Omg you are so insanely lucky. I dont know what you meant by rotter, but can you make me hip?"
i love elliott and feel like I understand him well. A MONUMENTAL influence and my favorite artist forever
0:13 "What should I talk to Elliott about? I didn't have time to think of anything!!"
Seeing Brad Mehldau in this context is just amazing.
I was listening to sky turning gray, on the highway rider album. After listening to that song I couldn't stop wondering what relationship Brad and Elliot had, so I started looking on the Internet and I found this. I could never guess that two of my heroes had played together
High regards for late, great Elliott Smith. Depression is molestation of the mind and body. Unfortunately it invited itself into my soul. Music is like a dog, it’s always loyal, doesn’t steal, doesnt cheat--it’s my best friend.
Well said
Too many people have shaped an image of Elliott in their head based off his music. His music isn’t a direct copy of his personality. It’s a small part of a human being that was so much more. We have to stop thinking of him as an extension of his music rather than the his music being am extension of him. You can see him joking in just about every show and interview. People who knew him knew a gentle funny guy who was fun to be around.
He didn’t kill himself. I wish the fan base would wake up and see that. The investigation is still open pending evidence that’s never coming. What’s sad is his family will never get justice for what happened to home
I thought somebody put a list but I can't find it anymore so here you go again...
02:50 Son of Sam
06:54 Independence Day
10:38 Bottle Up and Explode
14:13 Everything Means Nothing To Me
18:22 Waterloo Sunset*
23:26 Jealous Guy*
27:40 Trouble*
32:07 Nightime*
35:20 Happiness
All the songs are from either Figure 8 or XO. Songs with * are covers.
Bump. Had to scroll so far down to find this
That far? Your comment brought me back to this video and I'm enjoying it right now. Thank you ;)
Thank you, too :)
Bottle Up and Explode was INCREDIBLE! It sounds like they dubbed in the xylophone?
I think Jon Brion plays the melody that You identified as a xylophone on that white miniature baby grand (don't know what else to call it).
That version of "Independence Day"... completely floored me, even on the fifth viewing...
The chord progression to “Son of Sam” is brilliant.
Elliot's compositions are insanely potent
Every time I learn an Elliott Smith song, I find a new way to look at composition. I don't know if he thought about music differently or just had an understanding of theory that I can't even imagine, but even when his songs are stripped down the the basic components the progressions are so powerful.
Gigantic !!!
@@MeatSnax I find myself thinking the same thing when I learn a new song by him. I learnt Condor Ave and wondered how a human even writes something like that. I have a running theory he wrote some songs on piano first and then jumped them onto guitar, but who knows
Heard him on an interview saying he likes to compose on guitar. Definitively a special one Elliott
How did this not make it past the pilot?! I could have happily watched this show every week since 2000!!
because this culture we live in is nascar hotpocket and people value fox news and american gladiators, and the pres 45 his Taste: Diet Coke button of all the drinks to have access to.
Sad songs and waltzes weren’t selling that year
@L P
Communism? There is not a single right-winger with enough brain cells to even define what communism is.
@@fattmusiek5452 lets go Brandon.
@@Ruinz410 please get this bullshit out of the comments section of a beautiful video like this, thanks.
i love how he keeps saying, "you ready?" he's so cute i love him
I wish I lived in a world where Elliott Smith was still with us.
What a beautiful man... both inside, and out.
Jason1920 out not so much lol
@Levo_l 宅男 STFU
@@dequanrick2209 you're a weird dude lol
@@blueblur9877 fuck you're wrong.
Sharlotte Sometimes i’m not
Jon is a personal hero of mine (not to sound too dramatic) right along with Elliott. He was the first producer that I really wanted to learn more about and that I feel taught me what it is to be a musician in this current climate. The guy did Tidal with Fiona Apple, XO with Elliott, and Late Registration with Kanye among others. I always hold Jon up as an example of everything that I could possibly hope to achieve with my own career in the industry. Definitely way ahead of his time.
What did you do?
@@porkchopexpress6969 He made the first electric car.
He also did Swimming with Mac Miller I'm pretty sure. Such an amazing musician.
I don't really comment on anything ever but I've come to the conclusion that this is the best thing that has ever been uploaded to RUclips and this video alone justifies RUclips's existence
My favorite performance of "Everything Means Nothing to Me".
+lifeofspite The climax of the song is so moving! My first time stumbling upon this hidden gem today, and seeing how it's such a emotionally powerful performance by a gifted lost genius! I was also left with the same thought as you, and loved that he played one of my absolute faves :)
+lifeofspite I think the album version is much more emotional, but this is awesome though.
Such a masterpiece
the one at fiji rock i love. it needed those backing vocals in my opinion. still love it though.
His high pitched voice stands out
every moment they're not playing music are so awkward it's just perfect, i love this, cheers for Jon he was really trying but Elliott was in a different plane, still what they made that day was perfect, so glad we can have this delight
To me he appeared to be having a great time. It seems like these two guys know each other to some degree, and keeping in mind Elliott is really really dry with his humor, which is lost on some, but the host played right up to it, allowing for these periods of quiet, or leaving Elliott's one word answers at that, encouraging further sarcastic hijinks... Elliott is softly spoken, but I dunno about on another plane, brother...if anything, he looks incredibly healthy and put together here. His skin looks great, though it could be tv makeup. His voice is strong and clear. And besides his natural not so outgoing nature, he is really present and engaged throughout this show.
Anyway, I love him too. ✌🏻
@@knuckle12356 you should watch Heaven adores you, they talk about this session
これはElliottの魅力がとても詰まっている貴重な映像ですね。
東京に来てくれた時ライブを見に行ったけど、ギター一本の弾き語りで、途中オーディエンスからリクエストしてもらって弾いたりとかしてたなぁ。しかもミスしちゃって本人も焦ってた。とても人柄が表れていて良いステージだったなぁ。
もっともっと長く作品を聴きたかったアーティストです。
He was a simple yet brilliant man who had a lot of pain
in his soul.
That Waterloo sunset cover. Wow. Amazing stuff. What a talented guy. Such a shame he’s not here
But so blessed he went by!
Not a great cover if you love the original. Too many missing key parts. The jealous guy cover was better
He ask if he’s in the right key and Elliot answers with his guitar. Golden.
I'm assuming every else is doing the same as me? Just watching video after video obsession over Elliott?
same. every video I can find.
Everything he says in the few interviews you can find is so beautiful it breaks my heart.
+Jason Longo literally EXACTLY what I am doing right now.
Yes!
YES! Just can't stop it! wish this genius still here.
His cover of Waterloo Sunset is beautiful
RIP Elliott you were incredible
Elliott Smith really brings out the best versions of every song he covers
Man! Did Jon Brion picked the best guest ever! I love it when Elliott has to start over his songs, he's so honest and pure, we love you and miss you Elliott!
He did that every time I ever saw him too. It was a a bit uncomfortable at times but sometimes he was....
I think "everything means nothing to me" is one of the most beautiful compositions of all time. I agree with the other commenter that this is my favorite performance of it, if not one of my favorite live elliott songs of all time. To me this song sounds half modern, half classical. Like if a classical composer traveled to the future and saw that people were now writing 4 minute compositions that you sing over.
Ran into someone today at the local coffee-spot, who, looking over my shoulder, noticed me watching this video. She couldn't help herself but to let me know she loved Elliott. I think E.S. fans are alike in that way. I don't know I could've helped myself had I noticed a complete stranger watching Elliot Smith videos. I probably would've had to say something too. This is a FANTASTIC video with FANTASTIC sound quality. Thanks for posting this. xoG
Unintentional "looking over my shoulder" reference? :D
HAHA! You caught me!
Freddy..Mommie locked up the Nintendo again cuz you touched the cat naughty right ?
@@bolerkins Stupid Troll
oh Freddy, you just got a cyber snuggie and your lil skid marked shorts are wedged so far up your ass it's killing you ! Now go ask Mommie for a juice box !!
He's so hard on himself when he made that mistake at the start. It broke my heart. He seems really sweet and nice, it's saddening to learn about his life history. I'm glad he had music. It was most likely his outlet. He was really great at composing it too, I mean, these songs are pure gold! They're real poetry put to music. KUDOS ELLIOTT! I LOVE YA!
Jeremy but that self torture might have been what made him a great precise song writer
Every person who dies young .... their narrative gets twisted to make it out that the person was a Troubled Artist Always Fated to Careen Toward Death---it's a safe and lazy narrative. Plenty of people were far more troubled than, say, Elliott Smith at different parts of their lives and live to be quite old----among other benefits of doing so is escaping the stupid Tragic Artist trope. Elliott Smith had his troubles and struggles but he was also hilarious, mirthful, whimsical, curious, smart, philosophical, and a lot more than addiction, depression, dysfunctional relationship with girlfriend who stabbed him to death with a steak knife.
Susan Doran i agree
@@SusanDoran definitely. There was a lovely book written about him by a close friend. They always said he was a total jokester. Always there to back up his friends in fights and all sorts. Some people just love to romanticize depression.
He was a massive perfectionist, so live performances were always a bit tough
It has become one of my habits, to visit this video every once in a while, when life seems partuculary grim and is worth a special Elliott Smith treatment.
I have never fallen so hard for something in such a long time, I'm completely in love, I've always loved Elliott Smith and Jon Brion but I never knew this existed and hearing this has make my year. I can't get enough of it.
the most beautiful thing i've seen.
Elliott is a beautiful person.
Welcome to the land of violation of community guidelines @Freddy Rick, reported. Kind of odd how you hate Elliott Smith so much that you posted repeatedly over two months. Get your heart and mind right in life, is my recommendation, but you'll learn that soon enough.
@@dequanrick2209 you'll live your whole life surrounded by hate and ugliness
@@roninreturns STFU bitch
@@roninreturns Bitch You're Reported
eternally beautiful
Elliott Smith is Amazing! The longer you listen to his music the better it gets it never gets old. You can't say that about most music. RIP Elliott Smith.
Cause enjoyment of music is congruent with our knowledge of the totality of mankind's musical output (to some extent). Elliott creates such beautiful chord and key changes. One who appreciates life's growth patterns appreciates Elliott's music
More people should take their floorboards up. Any more Elliott we can have in our lives is good stuff.
The harmonium/piano version of Independence Day is simply breathtaking.
Elliot smith just blows my mind. He is insanely talented I just don't get how he isn't regarded as one of the greatest ever.
But on second thought I kinda like how he isn't. Makes it more like a secluded club one you find him
Could not agree more- gone too soon.
I personally love Jon Brion since Meaningless and Magnolia. That set is just terribly fantastical. This is some intimate footage before their falling out. God man Elliott was sick good at guitar. Unmatched.
"I don't think the point is to make no mistakes, you know? It's just not the point." Only wish he knew how much he's still reaching us. RIP Elliot
if he could only have known what the internet would do; and just how many would grow to love him.....
I think I've already memorized every note, joke, move, song and word on this video. I can't stop watching and loving it. Thank you so much for letting us enjoy this precious work of art.
Like #100 (I think your words resonates with a lot of us. 🙌🙇🏻)
Whenever I usually introduce new people to Elliotts beautiful melodic heart and soul touching music, they say it sounds depressing which now I have the answer to it straight out of Elliotts mouth! It's " Quiet Strong Beauty" in this Loud Weak Ugly world! So I was feeling pretty down this morning and stumbled upon this ABSOLUTELY AMAZING INSPIRATIONALLY AWAKENING performance! Eternal Sunshine (which is my favorite love movie) soundtrack then Jon Brion search brought me here. This was in my honest opinion the best duo session ever! Jon Brion tried to show his respect/ love/ compassion and admiration to another true ARTIST! The way he encourages and picks Elliotts spirit up when he makes the smallest infraction on his genius artistry and becomes depressed is FUCKING BLINDING!!! I will have this on repeat and share this video with as many people who truly FEEL music that I can in honoring Elliott Smith and what PASSION can create!!! Elliott has inspired me to be a more open/ loving/ caring/ passionate person, which I think is the TRUE goal of life :)
this is a beautiful thing to say my dude, you've shone a light into my heart today
I don’t trust many people with Elliott’s music. I hate it when they just say it’s depressing. My family says he makes “drug music”. So dumb.
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The first minute and five seconds are so cool. There's so much perspective in that time frame, but just imagine being Elliott up until 2:25 like that's such a vibe to come out to, full of people that are there to solely see you.
Elliott asking if it's ok to drink there....
I love this man.
Isn't that a sweet moment? I guess because of BBC guidelines in some cases, he wanted to be certain of the laws, or the show format and rules. Maybe he was just kidding, more than likely, Elliott had a great sense of humor.
And his off-handed quip "Oh, there aren't children here?"
@@roninreturns he was and he wasn't kidding -- listen again for his joke - this show had nothing to do with the BBC -- but if you watch any late night show they are not supposed to be drinking and it's been an ongoing joke for 60 years about what the guests and the hosts have in their mugs...
roninreturns yeah elliott was a hilarious guy
Elliott was the epitome of greatness, and Jon Brion was complimenting in a way, that wasn't overbearing, I've watched this hundred plus times now, never gets old!
NO ONES GONNA TALK ABOUT BOTTLE UP AND EXPLODE-
Here's an average looking guy playing decent guitar (and piano) and singing like he's in his bedroom just working song's out. And I find it one of the most moving and heartfelt performances that I've heard in a very long time. I listened to Elliot back in the 90s but after not hearing him for some years it was very nice to stumble onto this wonderful performance.
He is so relatable in his awkwardness. He is clearly a little messed up here and he asks the jon if he can drink quietly and he just announces it to everyone. What a character this guy was. A complete inspiration for people like me and a tale of mental illness and strife. I really wish he was still with us.
A pairing of some of the most supremely talented recording artists and live musicians of this generation. Watching the documentary and learning about what may have been happening at that time is heartbreaking to imagine.
I watch this show almost once every few days and I will never take for granted the everlasting power that their music has on me.
Still one of the best videos on youtube
+Bjorn Bols I yet found it! absolutely agree!!! I'm huge fan of Brad and Elliott too!
Yes
Agree.
Thank God Elliott Smith Dead For Wearing Leather Wrist Band
@@dequanrick2209 You _really_ hate that wrist band. don't you?? xD
That rendition of Waterloo Sunset, my goodness, so beautiful.
Such a great show. Two totally different personalities but with shared musical talent. I can't stop thinking that Jon Brion is the ying to Elliott's yang. One an extrovert and part of "showbiz!" and the other a mysterious introvert. Both talented instrumentalists and performers, but just so different. The dynamic just reminds me of McCartney/Harrison (or, in fiction Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler!)
if you're reading this, you are loved
you’re the best. 🖤
love you too
you're just saying stuff to be nice
@monklington everjet no
Love you too pal
17:16-18:06 hahaha great moment, Good setup by Jon and Elliott was so quick to get into the bit
I literally just replayed the moment like 10 times 😭 it’s so rare to see him joke like this on tv
I needed to see this so badly today.
I love every moment of this video.
Please don’t ever take this down.
Shout out to fellow introverts, it's all gonna be OK. Listen to Elliot but get out and give it your best shot too, humans suck sometimes but we gotta keep on trucking! Love love love
I can confirm, it's worth it :)
I’m an introverted extrovert
@L P Prick alert.
@L P you must be fun at parties
@L P by somebody else, it wasn't his own doing lol
Probably my favorite 43 minutes of video on the internet. Two polar opposites when it comes to performing. So unique, so perfect.
I’ve been a fan of Elliott’s for years and I barely discovered this treasure. This makes me miss him even more.
I asked my wife how many albums would be have had if he hadn't died. she said about 7.
just watching this again makes me realize his songwriting genius all over again. its been about 2 years since I've watched this and its so great!
He seamed to be such a beautiful person and thinking about if he had lived makes me want to cry. In a small way I guess we should just be happy he existed at all :)
Helps me so much. To a beautiful tomorrow.
@@dequanrick2209 Fuck off man he pulls it off
@@dequanrick2209 We don't know without a doubt that it was leather...
@@dequanrick2209 cause he probably slashed his wrists recently, heard he did that afew times.
GambleFella99 ignore him. He is leaving the same reply on every comment of every single video with Elliott smith.
I just turned 50 and can't believe I've just found Elliot Smith today, what a beautiful voice!
honestly one of his best performances on film.
I love the internet so much. I’m so thankful that I’m able to experience this beautiful beautiful thing.
this took too long to find and there aren't many ways to overrate it.
This is probably my favorite concert of all time. Really beautiful.
Jon Brion wow and Elliot Smith is new to me but to see these two legends together is amazing
Never thought I’d see those two names next to each let alone performing together! When 2 worlds collide
Elliot & Brad that is, didn’t know Jon before this video but he seems to be a musician in his own right
I know this comment is old but Jon Brion has made some of my favorite movie scores of all time. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Synecdoche New York, Punch Drunk Love, Magnolia, he’s one of the best!
@@papajohn6839 I love Eternal Sunshine! I got into his Meaningless album after finding this. I will have to listen to more of his scores too
Every time I watch this video I end up crying. Cheers.
I would have loved to hear a duo album with Mehldau and Elliott.. If you're not familiar with Mehldau, he's an incredible talent in the modern jazz world.. actually a bit of an Elliott smith type himself.. just super deep and full of texture and color.
@@dequanrick2209 because odd fashion sense is a crime punishable by the death penalty? xD
Freddy Rick - Wow, I can hear everybody laughing. It’s so funny you’ll have to use it again. When you get nominated for an Oscar or become one of the best songwriters ever then you can prove your fashion sense to the world. Maybe we all will have a laugh then.
Brian Blades - Thanks for the heads up.
@@dequanrick2209
This is like the 5th time I've seen that same comment. Is like some meme for fuck faces?
Ever since I saw good will hunting in the cinema in 1996 I knew there was something special about Elliott Smith and have been listening to him ever since. What an amazing artist and a genius songwriter. Seeing Jon Brion another one of my favourite songwriters playing with him is just a dream.
Elliott’s performance here for Independence Day blows my mind every time.
This is my favorite RUclips video of all time. I don't know how many times I have watched it...
Tears. Don’t know how I hadn’t stumbled upon this absolute gem earlier. Thank you for existing.
I love this performance, probably my comfort video at this point
The Glenn Gould vocal noises over Bus Stop. Awesome.
It's, I think, the best and funniest appearance I've seen Elliott Smith make. Incredible, intimate performance and collaboration. Oozing talent, sincerity and humour between them. I'll run out of superlatives soon so I just want to say Thank You Elliott for saving me time and time again, from the moment I first discovered your songs and continually so. I've yet to come across a songwriter with more fearlessness when it comes to baring your emotions in your songs, and in doing so allowing many of us to find some weird kind of solace in your pain. I hope you have finally found peace. R.I.P.
Thanks for sharing this video.
+Som Vinter nicely put
"I don't think the point is to make no mistakes, you know..."
clearly the motto my mum lived by
Kra Z Kapin I relate to your statement like I relate to suicide by drowning
@@marball that's pretty shallow
16:44 once I heard him say that, I immediately looked through the comments and found this near the top
same as in his songwriting lesson video, where he says "if you u like it, it must be good."
This is the kindness his troubled heart was about, and is as a music teacher myself,
so POSITIVE in how encouraging the message is- that it informs my own methods.
Beautiful. Love this comment
why is this the first time i am watching this! my god so many years of my life wasted not knowing this existed.
An emotional rollercoaster of sadness and happiness overwhelms my soul every time I view! The truly beautiful, kind and loving soul, that is Elliott Smith 😍 Or better yet, a "Quiet, Strong Beauty" quoted by Elliott at 31:54 commenting on a songs feel to himself 👌 He continuously beats himself up mentally, throughout the interview 🥺 It's awesome to see Jon, who is obviously an admirer, steering him towards happiness in his empathy 🥰 Most of us that love and follow Elliott Smith can relate, with consistently downgrading every action we do 😏 So keep being a loving, caring and passionate human being, because once we're gone, who knows how in depth our strength empowers someone else in need 🥰😍👌
Why did I just find this now.. I've loved Jon and Elliott since I was 14 and didn't even know they played together. I am now 22 years old. I feel like crying.
This is Prolly the 100th time I've watched this. So good. When I got into Elliott's music I could not believe the consistent level of greatness in each and every track. He left behind an incredible catalog. I can only imagine what he would've come up with in these last 10 years. Fantastic work :)
Elliott Smith is the most important thing in my life, but out of choice I haven't listened to him in six months. However, when the day comes that I listen to him again, this will be first on my list.
Elliott I miss you ❤️ yours melodies, your sensitivity, your art...
This video has really gone viral in the past few days. Wish we still had ES with us and so grateful for JB.
These guys are just another level of passion for music theory and love for musical expression that seems to be dwindling by the year. Thank heavens for documentation of these moments
Gone too soon. Betrothed to the darkness. So much love and light to anyone who can relate to this marvelous soul.
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I can’t believe I’ve never seen this before. This is so beautiful.
WOW! What an interesting pairing i love Elliot Smith's work & on the jazz side Brad Mehldau is amazing!!
I am separately obsessed with these three musicians, and to see them all in one place just absolutely blew my mind
Brad playing with Elliott .... I never knew such an amazing thing existed... until now. Thank you !
Never heard of this show till just now...what a treat...interesting characters...so sad to be without Eliot Smith...what a great show and a shame we don't have more of that these days..or any of it...
Just beautiful.... All these years later it still hurts to know he is no longer with us. First time I have seen this video, thanks so much for sharing so we can all enjoy. Much love to you all....X
Elliott Smith... Perfection within a non perfect but beautiful shining soul, can't stop listen to his songs since I found him a couples of months ago
We play this on repeat some days at home!! The delight of reminiscing every second of this wonderful performance, enjoying Elliott's energy and Jon's ability to bring him back to comfort. Beautiful joining. Unequal music. Incomparable art
Floored by that rendition for indipendence day...unexplicable beauty.
Waterloo Sunset pierces my soul.
yes because he made great music, but also i feel it in my heart that he was an amazing person. and no not everyone is special, or not to me anyway. some people just blow your mind and inspire you on a level that you cant explain. for me elliott smith is one of those people. Elliott Smith was an amazingly talented and different musician who while being incredibly underrated was a special person that deserves to be called special in my comment
Elliot playing keys for Everything Means Nothing = mind blown
Elliott has been to this day one of my favorite artists and I can't express the place I feel for him deep in my heart. He was SUCH an amazing talent. I'm just so thankful for what he left all of us through his music. To get into the mental illness side of it all is another topic entirely. I can only handle so much of him at once but I binge on him once in a while and it's like an ecstasy. "Soft and beautiful."
Agree. So sweet but so heartbreaking. I love his music but sometimes it is just too painful.
John Brion looks like Dwight from The Office
Michael!!
It's the face of trouble 🤷🏼♀️
Elliots music has a "The Office" vibe.
@@alexispaulson323 It's a working model 🤷🏼♀️
Something in his face reminds me of Ben from Parks and Rec as well
I love how Jon gets Elliott to open up as much as he does. It's beautiful.
This video is freakin' gold. Amazing piece of history. The comments here are almost as priceless. What a gift that man was.
Thank you so much to whom ever made this available. I go through phases of listening to Elliot Smith's music and always find new ways to appreciate him. Love to all here---you are loved beyond doubt.
So strange , I only get to know this music 10 years after Elliott Smith's death. I love it because the music is so alive and so timeless. Thank you soo much for posting this!!