There, he formed a band, toured the country, and recorded his debut album, Dressed for the Occasion with producer John Agnello in Halden, Norway at Athletic Studio.
It is a boldly textured and instantly immersive album with a film noirish touch that is simultaneously sleek and modern at the eye of the storm.
“While writing them, I had no permanent residence, but I stopped being a mess and I scrambled to get this record done.” Rolling Stone France picked The Big Wind as its "Album Of The Month" upon release and referred to Elliot as an "undeniable talent combined with a truly stunning voice."
MOJO Magazine in the UK called him “…a master of accessible, twisted, gothic Americana.” His two critically acclaimed albums and EP, part of his growing discography, have garnered top scores and rave reviews.
[5] He has garnered favorable comparisons to roots, folk, and rock icons such as Hank Williams, Big Joe Turner, PJ Harvey, and Nick Cave.