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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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onhwy61
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Mr. Costello is one of my all time favorite artist.  Great songwriter and performer.  The Attraction or the Imposters are a great band for his music.  And as Mr. Costello said in is R&R HOF induction speech, Pete Thomas is one of the greatest rock drummers.

If I were forced to pick "Get Happy" would be my top album.  One thing I like about Mr. Costello is that he has a chameleon like quality and is willing to explore various musical forms while still sounding like Elvis Costello.

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Similar to KOA are "National Ransom" and "Secret, Profane & Sugarcane".

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