Elliott Smith’s 1998 album XO is considered one of the ’90s masterpieces already had a digital deluxe edition.
Now, the album is being issued to commemorate Smith’s 55th birthday (August 6, 2024). This will be the album’s first-ever vinyl pressing on 180-gram brown wax. Elliott Smith‘s XO is available exclusively as this month’s offering of The Interscope Vinyl Collective, a monthly subscription that celebrates the label’s vast catalog by introducing classic albums to a new generation of fans.
XO has been expanded to include nine tracks recorded and released during the XO era and features a handful of sought-after B-sides released on the UK singles for “Waltz #2” and “Baby Britain.” Included amongst the treasures are the instrumental “Our Thing,” the kinetic “How To Take A Fall,” the propulsive “The Enemy Is You” and the full band version of “Some Song (Alternate Version).”
Also included here is the demo of “Waltz #1” and an early version of “Bottle Up and Explode!,” as well as a remix of “Baby Britain” and a radio edit of “Waltz #2.” It’s rounded out with the famed, Oscar-nominated “Miss Misery,” which was included as a bonus track on the Japanese edition of XO. Aside from “Waltz #1 (Demo),” “Our Thing” and “Miss Misery,” all of the bonus songs are making their vinyl debut.
Spread across two LPs, the packaging features a 2-LP gatefold jacket with deluxe edition cover art and includes a limited edition lithograph of Elliott Smith. The records are individually numbered and limited to 4,000 units globally.
Interscope provided an update about Elliott Smith’s XO vinyl ship date:
At Interscope Vinyl Collective, we take pride in delivering IVC members the best limited-edition vinyl from Interscope’s catalog in a timely fashion and in the best condition. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen production issues, there will be a delay in shipping for this month’s vinyl, but rest assured, we are working tirelessly to make sure this extra special release is of the highest quality possible. Currently, we expect this month’s release to ship by August 26th. Please stay tuned for more shipping updates. We appreciate your patience and continued membership!
