'The Avalanche' is an album of outtakes and alternate versions from the recording sessions for 'Illinois' (2005). Stevens released it to showcase the abundant material that did not make the main album, including complete songs and new versions.
The title refers to the avalanche of ideas that emerged during the creation of 'Illinois'. It includes 21 tracks, among them the title track 'The Avalanche', originally composed for the Broadway musical 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'.
The album was well received by critics, highlighting the quality of the discarded songs. It features collaborations with musicians such as Shara Nova and the string quartet Osso, and reached number 71 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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