Elliott Smith Live @ WMUC, Pt. II
Hello, this is David Taylor, record librarian for WMUC. I have spent the last couple days digitizing the MiniDisc containing Elliott Smith’s ‘96/’97(?) live performance at WMUC. It’s done and the tracks are now available for download. However, it is my regret to inform you that the MiniDisc is not the original source, nor does not contain the full performance. The new recording clocks in at around 18 minutes, 6 minutes less than the previous CD version. Furthermore, the multiple takes of “Say Yes” and “Division Day,” including “Misery Let Me Down,” are entirely missing.
There is some good news. The MiniDisc contains two tracks that are unavailable on the CD, “The Morning After” and “The Biggest Lie.” And the other tracks are now presented in higher audio quality.
We will not have a definitive version of Smith’s WMUC performance until we can find the original ADAT that it was recorded on. It has become one of my highest priorities and I will keep you posted on any developments. This will have to tide you over in the meantime.
Enjoy.
-David Taylor
Also, I have found the ADAT for Braid’s live performance and will be releasing a digital version of that sometime in the near future.
