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Elvis Costello's favorite album of his own.

 

I was an early fan of Elvis, acquiring a UK pressing of his debut album upon it's release. I didn't care for the second nearly as much (I don't care for The Attractions, a minority opinion I know), and subsequent albums even less.

But his album King Of America is a completely different story. Great songs, and finally a band I like (to put it mildly) backing him. Plus the production of T Bone Burnett, one of my faves.

I just recently read that King Of America is also Elvis' own favorites of his. I thought I would post this thread today, 'cause, ya know.....😉

 

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larsman
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This Year's Model is my favorite for sure. My Aim is True had great songs but having mellow Marin County band Clover play the music ruined that album for me; the live versions with the Attractions are great, though! 

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Clover "mellow"?!

 

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@loomisjohnson 

Yes, Taking Liberties is a great one.

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curiousjim
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I have never really listened to Elvis Costello. What would be a good album for me to start with, to get the gist of his style?

Thanks

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larsman
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@bdp24 - Yes, you read well. Just like how I'd describe that music I greatly dislike on 'My Aim Is True'. Zzzzz....  We got REAL Elvis music, in my opinion, with the Attractions. 

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