Painted From Memory Demos ?

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when i was cruel
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Painted From Memory Demos ?

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As I've read, Elvis not only recorded demos for the album for Burt but also for Bill Frisell, do these exist ? If so where can I find them ?
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I don't think these have ever leaked, unfortunately.

And PFM has yet to be reissued in any kind of deluxe or special edition. Seems like it would be the perfect thing for Costello to simply release via iTunes or on his website. Same with the NORTH demos, which have never leaked but which Costello has written about.

It would be nice if he decided to try releasing some of the stuff like that online. What could it hurt? What would be the point of waiting another 10 years before putting it out?
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Why would Elvis be interested in releasing things that fans are actually interested in...?!
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when i was cruel wrote:As I've read, Elvis not only recorded demos for the album for Burt but also for Bill Frisell, do these exist ? If so where can I find them ?
Bill Frisell released an album of Painted From Memory:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDnn-dn6Q90
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and there is always the GREAT bronxapostle ANALOG recording from October 1998 at VIRGIN RECORD STORE in NYC of a RARE duo performance in a small intimate setting featuring FIVE PFM songs and a Burt gem. look for it and enjoy. 8) 8)

Saturday, October 3, 1998
New York, NY, Virgin Megastore

Musicians:
Elvis Costello
Burt Bacharach


01. Toledo
02. This House Is Empty Now
03. Painted From Memory
04. I Still Have That Other Girl
05. God Give Me Strength
06. Make It Easy On Yourself
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