Released 1994
Brutal Youth
Elvis CostelloA Brutal Review of Elvis Costello's Brutal Youth
Elvis Costello is a legend in the punk and new wave scene, and his album Brutal Youth is considered a classic by many…
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Released 2001
For the Stars
Elvis CostelloInside For the Stars by Elvis Costello-For the Stars
Album overview Elvis Costello's album "For the Stars" was released in 1996 and showcases a departure from his typical…
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Released 2020
Hey Clockface
Elvis CostelloHey Clockface: the next chapter for Elvis Costello
Hey Clockface- Album Overview "Hey Clockface," released on October 30, 2020, marks a significant addition to Elvis Co…
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Released 2004
Il Sogno
Elvis CostelloA closer look at Elvis Costello-Il Sogno's album Il Sogno
Album overview Elvis Costello's "Il Sogno" is a unique album that was released in 2004. This orchestral work is a sou…
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Released 2007
iTunes Originals
Elvis CostelloInside iTunes Originals by Elvis Costello-iTunes Originals
Album overview Elvis Costello's "iTunes Originals" was released in 2004 as part of Apple's iTunes Originals series, w…
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Released 1986
King Of America
Elvis CostelloElvis Costello – King Of America: track-by-track perspective
King Of America- Album Overview Released in 1986, "King Of America" is one of Elvis Costello's most ambitious and ecl…
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Released 1995
Kojak Variety
Elvis CostelloA Critical Review of the Album: Kojak Variety by Elvis Costello
Elvis Costello, also known as the Angry Young Man of the British punk and new wave era, has left an undeniable mark o…
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Released 2005
Marian Mcpartland's Piano Jazz
Elvis CostelloDiving deep into Marian Mcpartland's Piano Jazz by Elvis Costello
Marian Mcpartland's Piano Jazz- Album Overview Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz featuring Elvis Costello, released…
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Released 2005
Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz With Guest Elvis Co
Elvis CostelloCheck the vibes: Elvis Costello-Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz With Guest Elvis Costello – Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz With Guest Elvis Costello
Album overview Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Guest Elvis Costello is a unique live recording that captures a sp…
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Released 1991
Mighty Like a Rose
Elvis CostelloMighty Like a Rose: A Critical Review of Elvis Costello's Album
Elvis Costello is an English singer-songwriter who began his music career in the 1970s. Known for his unique vocal st…
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Released 1977
My Aim Is True
Elvis CostelloMy Critical Review of Elvis Costello's Album My Aim Is True
Elvis Costello is a music icon who popped in the 1970s as a British singer-songwriter with his debut album, My Aim Is…
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Released 2010
National Ransom
Elvis CostelloA Critical Review of the Album: National Ransom by Elvis Costello
Elvis Costello, the English singer-songwriter, has had a long and illustrious career spanning over four decades. He i…
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Released 2003
North
Elvis CostelloA Critical Look at Elvis Costello's North Album
Elvis Costello is one of the most prolific and respected music artists in rock and roll history. Known for his distin…
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Released 1998
Painted From Memory
Elvis CostelloExploring the sound of Elvis Costello-Painted From Memory: Painted From Memory
Album overview "Painted From Memory" is a collaborative album by Elvis Costello and the legendary Burt Bacharach, rel…
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Released 0
Secret, Profane
Elvis CostelloListening to Secret, Profane by Elvis Costello-Secret, Profane
Album overview Elvis Costello's "Secret, Profane" is a celebrated album released in 2023 under the label Concord Reco…
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Released 2009
Secret, Profane & Sugarcane
Elvis CostelloSecret, Profane & Sugarcane: the story Elvis Costello wants to tell
Secret, Profane & Sugarcane- Album Overview "Secret, Profane & Sugarcane," released in 2009, marks a signific…
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Released 1989
Spike
Elvis CostelloElvis Costello's Spike Album: A Critical Review
Elvis Costello is a British singer, songwriter, and musician. He has been one of the most influential musicians of th…
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Released 1995
Sweetwater
Elvis CostelloUnpacking Elvis Costello-Sweetwater's Sweetwater
Album overview Elvis Costello-Sweetwater's "Sweetwater" is a compelling exploration of the singer-songwriter's signat…
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Released 1993
The Juliet Letters
Elvis CostelloCheck the vibes: Elvis Costello-The Juliet Letters – The Juliet Letters
Album overview "The Juliet Letters," released in 1993, is a unique collaboration between British singer-songwriter El…
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Released 2006
The River in Reverse
Elvis CostelloCheck the vibes: Elvis Costello-The River in Reverse – The River in Reverse
Album overview The River in Reverse, released in 2006, is a collaborative album by Elvis Costello and the acclaimed N…
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Released 1999
The Sweetest Punch
Elvis CostelloReview of Elvis Costello-The Sweetest Punch – The Sweetest Punch
Album overview Elvis Costello's "The Sweetest Punch," released in 1996, is a collaborative album that reinterprets th…
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Released 1978
This Year’s Model
Elvis CostelloElvis Costello-This Year’s Model – This Year’s Model: a sonic journey
Album overview Elvis Costello's "This Year’s Model," released on March 17, 1978, is the second studio album from the …
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Released 2002
When I Was Cruel
Elvis CostelloWhen I Was Cruel: A Critical Review of Elvis Costello's Album
Elvis Costello is a legendary figure in the music industry. With over four decades of music-making under his belt, he…
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Released 2013
Wise Up Ghost
Elvis CostelloThe evolution of Elvis Costello-Wise Up Ghost in Wise Up Ghost
Album overview Wise Up Ghost, released on September 17, 2013, marks a significant collaboration between the legendary…
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