An Elliott Smith Giveaway
This one’s real simple, folks: Elliott Smith would’ve turned 39 today. XO, which I consider his masterpiece, will celebrate it’s tenth anniversary in a little under three weeks. Here’s what I’m gonna do:
If you’ve never owned any of Elliott’s albums and want to give him a try, leave a comment below. If more than ten people chime in, I’ll randomly pick ten names from the comment list. Please leave your real email in the comment form, as that’s the only good way I’ll have to contact you. When August 25th rolls around, I’ll pick my ten names, get the addresses, and get you a copy of XO from Amazon shipped to your location. If you don’t want to give me your address, then put it on your Wishlist and I’ll buy it for you.
Simple enough for you? I’ve often heard it said that if you love something, you’ll give it away for free. I’d love to do that for you, dear reader.
[If you're an Elliott fan and want to link this on your Weblog to help spread the love, that'd be cool. Thanks.]
Update, 7 Aug: Thanks to Chad’s publicity help, I’m definitely now past 10 people. So yeah, keep on commenting … everyone who comments will get an equal chance [so, in other words, commenting a dozen times won't help, and will probably just irritate me]. And for those of you who’ve just jumped in to say that this is cool, thanks. Tell people that you know about it, eh?
Never had a chance to listen to him. I’ll take one of those.
August 6th, 2008 at 23:14I’ve never had the opportunity to listen to him either. Put my name in the hat =)
August 6th, 2008 at 23:20Wow, Geof. Very cool. I would love one if it’s possible.
August 6th, 2008 at 23:21Cool beans, Geof. I’ve never listened to his stuff and, well, I like free music.
August 6th, 2008 at 23:49I’ve heard a couple of Elliott Smith songs thanks to some bloggers (like Chad at http://everybodycares.blogspot.com/) and I like what I’ve heard. I’d love to hear (and own) a whole album!
August 7th, 2008 at 02:20I can’t believe more people haven’t posted.
August 7th, 2008 at 02:47I have heard some of his songs and they’re really something.
If it would be possible I would also like to own an album. Thank you =)
You are a generous man. Again, I’ve loved the few songs I have and would jump at the chance for a whole album.
August 7th, 2008 at 05:29Believe it or not, I’ve never owned an album. If you get more than ten, just loan me yours for a while.
August 7th, 2008 at 06:11I can’t think of one song of his that I’ve heard.
–Jason
August 7th, 2008 at 06:34I have only heard a bit of Smith’s music and always wanted to try an album but didn’t know where to begin. That’s really nice of you to offer this.
August 7th, 2008 at 07:30I’ve heard a couple of his songs (”Trouble” is the one I can think of) on pandora, and was hoping to eventually pick something up. I’ll take one.
August 7th, 2008 at 07:56I have heard that XO is one of his best records and I would love to hear it for myself!!
August 7th, 2008 at 08:41Hey, found you through Everybody Cares, Everybody Understands. Elliott is one of those artists whose music I’ve liked and respected, but I’ve never heard let alone owned any of his albums.
August 7th, 2008 at 10:42I’ve never really listened to him, but I would love to be able to. I’ve heard many amazing things about him and I would love to hear his album XO!
August 7th, 2008 at 11:15I have never heard of him, I would love to give his stuff a listen.
August 7th, 2008 at 13:39Came here through Everybody Cares as well, I don’t need an album (got pretty much his discography) just wanted to say kudos on the generosity, and that exposing Elliott to more people is always good.
August 7th, 2008 at 14:00this is really cool of you. I already own all of Elliott’s albums, but I would like to say, I agree, XO is his masterpiece. it changed my life.
but yeah, just wanted to say Kudos, you’re doing a super cool thing
August 7th, 2008 at 14:42i think i am too late, but i thought i would give it a shot…
-stephen cavness
August 7th, 2008 at 15:12Cooler than a cucumber.
August 7th, 2008 at 18:05I keep trying to listen to Elliott Smith, but forgetting. This is awesomeful.
August 7th, 2008 at 21:53i’ve never heard of him before now but with all this raving i’d be up to giving it a try.
August 7th, 2008 at 22:54Wonderful concept.
I’m with Aireanne — I keep forgetting. I’ve heard a track or two here and there, but never really listened deeply. Certainly never owned an ES album, either — so I guess I qualify.
I’d promise to attend with all my ears, if I win the luck of the draw.
August 8th, 2008 at 00:57Yeah, Geof, I’ve never actually owned any of Elliott Smith’s albums. Which one should I try first? XO?
P.S. - give me a cd.
August 8th, 2008 at 06:34- h.
i don’t think i’ve ever heard an elliot smith song before.
August 9th, 2008 at 06:09i’d love to get a copy.
I have all his stuff, but wanted to leave a comment saying what a cool idea this was…and generous. Cheers.
August 9th, 2008 at 21:53Elliott Smith is fantastic, but I haven’t been able to get into XO as much as any of the others (esp. From a Basement on a Hill and Figure 8). Would love a copy
thanks
August 14th, 2008 at 18:43This is super cool. I would really appreciate a copy. The few songs of his I’ve heard are fantastic!
August 23rd, 2008 at 22:11As the 25th is here, I’m locking the comments down. Winners later today!
August 25th, 2008 at 06:57The XO Giveaway Winners…
Completely blind, I had Derek throw me a list of winners for my giveaway. I had 28 comments, four of which were ineligible from my reading, so I had Derek pick ten numbers from 1-24 inclusive. I then shifted past the ineligible comment numbers so he…
August 25th, 2008 at 21:15