This is just wonderful stuff. Renowned jazz pianist Brad Mehldau has frequently taken inspiration from the world of rock, recording versions of Beatles, Nirvana, and Radiohead. His latest album, Ride into the Sun, which was released at the end of August, is primarily interpretations of Elliott Smith songs. His treatments reveal new facets of the songs, including a touch of Kurt Weill on Everything Means Nothing To Me. I think this is going to be one of my most-listened to records throughout this autumn and winter.
Brad Mehldau gives the songbook treatment to Elliott Smith
