Songs from an American Movie Vol. One: Learning How to Smile is the fourth studio album by American alternative rock band Everclear, released on July 11, 2000 through Capitol Records. The album (along with its sequel, Songs from an American Movie Vol. Two: Good Time for a Bad Attitude) is a loose concept album inspired by lead singer Art Alexakis' second divorce. The first album is much more influenced by American pop music, especially from the 1970s, as well as being more "loving" in tone than the hard rock Good Time for a Bad Attitude. The album is dedicated to Read more on Last.fm.
What does suicidal depression translate to when you play alternative radio friendly rock….this eloquent masterpiece. Originally a solo effort, Art Alexakis decided to make it a band effort. It winds up sounding like John Prine fronting a socal punk band…which is pretty rad actually!