Elvis Costello Fan Forum

What, no recording ??

Sorry guys, see my PM - not trying to rush you into anything !!

This wind up about the new album promo doesn't seem to be working, ho-hum, still glad John got us copies !

I'm a bit amazed no-one has passed comment on the sound quality of those promo CDs I distributed

And the lie is obviously that John Foyle talks too much

The modest turnout was compensated by the wide international makeup of those gathered , from Sweden , Dublin, the Home Counties and janner - land . John was there first of course quickly followed by Verbal, Neil and myself . Kjell appeared soon after that with a couple of cassettes of early Costello...

sulky lad wrote:Hawksmoor wrote

Presumably somebody who vaguely remembers hearing 'She' on the radio some time in the 1990s.

Classic put down
I see Neil still has some influence at the Beeb, providing all the links thanks very much for helping an old IT dolt to find this clip .

Removed !

He was on the BBC main morning news programme but, being on holiday, I stayed in bed and missed it. Mrs. Sulky caught the end but didn't record it but even so, when we wound back the Sky box, she's only caught the farewell section. The presenter did say Look now is out now mistakenly of course .

I must say, if an album is to be released on vinyl, then I much prefer it to be over 2 sides rather than over 4 ( including Get Happy) and it's a real shame that albums like Momofuku and The River In Reverse where all put out over 4 sids rather than over 2 - so in some respect I'll be glad if Look N...

I laughed at Fishfinger's comments about Bob Wilson ( and wished I'd seen Alistair's grand finale at the Oval too) but I'm gob smacked that he genuinely is John's father. I just hope he's a gooner too !! Perhaps that's why he mentioned that other famous DJ Gooner, pete Murray from the late 50s and 6...

It’s not Ken- Adian is it? Not sure where he hashes from but John and I met him in Sligo a few years back !
At Reading platform on my way to Maida Vale now. Anyone know where I could get the PFM mobile fidelity recording in London ?

and there's a certain similarity in style to Ensor's work and that of he noted rock artist Eamonn Singer !

BA wrote I don't know...I HAVE NEVER BEEN A FAN OF RECEIVING AN LP IN DRIBS AND DRABS!!! Absolutely, BA - the joy and anticipation of taking the album out of the sleeve and hearing the first track - I'll never forget the sense of surprise hearing Elvis' low pitched voice starting Beyond Belief on IB...

I caught the Mastertapes show at 15:30 on Radio Four last Tuesday featuring the great ( and humble) Sir Tom Jones and his sycophantic arranger/guitarist - to be honest it was a bit of a "all good pals congratulating each other on a great past/career/history" but Sir Tom was outstanding in ...

Any spares going anywhere please ( see Trading Post for details,) thanks !

Two ardent lady fans from the North of England are desperate to attend this - does any kind member have any spare tickets for them? I'll willingly pass on any details of anyone is kind enough to make a generous gesture !!

I really, really hope and pray this album is judged on its musical merits and not on -any response to Elvis' health. These comments about the cancer are melodramatic and sentimental - which Elvis has always managed to avoid in his writing with aplomb, wit and honesty.

You forgot the other bit " and don't let him sing !"

What, even track 4 ?

Top Balcony wrote

Sulky you obviously missed my contribution to the 'quiet piano' thread :

Thanks CTB, I couldn't remember the exact location where this version seemed so much more appropriate as a follow-on song - will check the recording again to see if my opinion is unaltered !

Am I the only one to be singularly underwhelmed by Under Lime ? A meandering wandering non- tune with lyrics trying too hard to tie in with the breath taking song that is Jimmie . Furthermore, I find the solo versions of Under Lime easier on the ear than the Imposters take on it - bah humbug, I’m wo...

I got the picture of the bed blown up but on inspection I could only count four skin cells --boom boom , tish ( I thank you !!) copyright Bernard Manning circa 1971 !!

I'm just hoping VG, Mrs. Sulky and one of my offspring haven't all decided to buy me one for my big birthday in October ( or has VG got a couple for Mini VG1) ?

MicLewis wrote P.S. I love Davey’s very Bruce-like bass playing as well. Couldn't agree more ! I think Davey's ability on bass has blossomed and flourished immensely in the last couple of years, the U.K. shows were fantastic for his playing and the Cardiff show particularly shone with very muscular ...