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— Dig it Ballyhoo, my friend. The passion project is doing something a little different today. My name is Remedy Robinson. And, for fun, this inaugural lyrics-only slow drag, let's listen to brilliant lyrics of “The Boy Named If,” from the album of the same name, released in 2022. The songwriting is credited to Elvis Costello. I'm a lucky so and so A fortunate stiff You said you never knew me but I'm the one you want to be with If I tumble from a tightrope or leap from a cliff I won't be dashed to pieces I'm the boy named "IF" If I disappear and I slipper from your view I just step upon a crack and I won't come back Imagine me And I'll imagine you too In a hollow of the bed sheet Or a picture in a frame I'm vivid as a summer's day Then never seen again Who'll pay the taxman? Who'll place the blame? Who'll point into an empty room And whisper my name? If I disappear and I slipper from your view You will step upon a crack and I won't come back Imagine me And I'll imagine you too Take my hand We'll go to "Magic Lantern Land" Take my hand See the pictures they've projected Take my hand We'll fill our pockets up with sand Dance in frantic passes 'Til the grains all turn to glasses Drums begin to navigate, the band strikes up a riff No one will believe you but the Boy Named If Who'll pay your entrance fee? Who'll leave a tip? Who'll say, "Listen here, Sunshine Don't you give me no lip" Who broke your favorite heart? Who stops and never starts? Who kiss you stupid? It must be something you did Who'll keep you satisfied after a lover's tiff? It must be some other guy not… The Boy Named If If I disappear and I slipper from your view You will step upon a crack and I won't come back Imagine me And I'll imagine you too Take my hand We'll go to "Magic Lantern Land" Take my hand See the pictures we've projected Take my hand We'll fill our pockets up with sand Dance in frantic passes 'Til the grains all turn to glasses . . . Again, this has been a slow drag lyrics only reading of “The Boy Named If” from 2022's album of the same name. Thank you for listening. And, of course, until next time, adieu my little ballyhoo Reference: Elvis Costello Wiki Resource: The Boy Named If https://www.elviscostello.info/wiki/index.php?title=The_Boy_Named_If_(song)
Today's slow drag is with “The Difference,” from “The Boy Named If,” released in 2023. The songwriting is credited to Elvis Costello. . . . Show Notes: Appreciation written, produced, and narrated by Remedy Robinson, MA/MFA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slow_drag_remedy/ Bluesky Social: https://bsky.app/profile/slowdragwithremedy.com Email: slowdragwithremedy@gmail.com “Elvis Costello Wiki Resource, Podcasts” https://www.elviscostello.info/wiki/index.php?title=Podcasts Transcription: https://slowdragwithremedy.weebly.com Podcast music by https://www.fesliyanstudios.com Rate this Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/slowdrag Slow Drag with Remedy on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1f521a34-2ed9-4bd4-a936-1ad107969046/slow-drag-with-remedy-an-elvis-costello-appreciation References: Elvis Costello Wiki Resource, “The Difference” https://www.elviscostello.info/wiki/index.php?title=The_Difference “The Difference” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tvg-OfP1LA Octameter: https://poemanalysis.com/poetic-meter/#:~:text=Octameter%20Octameter%20refers%20to%20a,patterns%20in%20English%20language%20verse. The difference between undertone and overtone https://www.britannica.com/dictionary/eb/qa/undertone-and-overtone What is an appositive: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appositive Fiddlehead Reel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDYe6ZMs3K4 Fiddlehead: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fiddlehead The Male Gaze: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-male-gaze-5118422 Purchase “The Most Terrible Time in My Life…Ends Thursday” Listen to the audiobook of “The Most Terrible Time in My Life…Ends Thursday” for free at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq7n1pN8D1Y "The Difference" Lyrics I pulled a petal from the flower to tell just where my fortune fell About a boy beyond my caution before I lay beneath his spell And he said, "Do you know, do you know, do you, by chance, know wrong from right?" "Do you know, do you know, do you know what turns pleasure to plight? If you trust me, I know it may seem strange I'll show you the way down into the underworld" I did just what he asked me to Lifted my skirt to show him my shoe Upon a reel of the finest fiddlehead Light as the dance around Milady's bed The steps came faster at his insistence 'Til he showed me all about the difference "It's not about the things I promised, it's not about the vow we broke If I am faithless or dishonest it's just the gaze that you provoke" And he said, "Do you know, do you know, do you, by chance, know wrong from right?" "Do you know, do you know, do you know what turns pleasure to plight? If you kiss me, at first it may seem strange I'll show you the way into another world" My father shamed me just like you Buried my name in a glass or two 'Til he came to me in his darkest house He mistook me, took me for his spouse And my cries for a woman in the distance So, I took this knife to show him the difference 'Til he came to me in his darkest house He mistook me, took me for his spouse And my cries for the woman in the distance So, I used this knife to show him the difference
Today's slow drag is with “The Man You Love to Hate,” from “The Boy Named If,” released in 2022. The songwriting is credited to Elvis Costello. . . . Show Notes: Appreciation written, produced, and narrated by Remedy Robinson, MA/MFA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slow_drag_remedy/ Bluesky Social: https://bsky.app/profile/indoorfirewords.bsky.social Email: slowdragwithremedy@gmail.com Transcription: https://slowdragwithremedy.weebly.com Podcast music by https://www.fesliyanstudios.com Rate this Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/slowdrag References: Elvis Costello Wiki Resource, “The Man You Love to Hate” https://www.elviscostello.info/wiki/index.php?title=The_Man_You_Love_To_Hate “The Man You Love to Hate” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZU9b4NOQBQ Purchase “The Most Terrible Time in My Life…Ends Thursday” Listen to the audiobook for free at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq7n1pN8D1Y "The Man You Love to Hate" Lyrics I went to a theatre on Silhouette Street It had a taste of decay, and a scent of defeat All of the patrons in the pews were people that I'd killed or used The actors on the stage were equally skilled The players took turns in lighting the fuse One of them said "Now you must choose" A man of infamy or ill-repute And that's the one that we will execute None of that mob had turned up late They said, "You'd better concentrate” So, start the show, 'cos we can't wait for The Man You Love to Hate All of the patrons sitting on pews Were the shades of the ghosts of the once accused There was music that dragged in line and word Not a penny was spent, or a conscience was spared The hero's motives were never in doubt We laughed at the speeches that he would spout Suddenly there arose a shout Confessions simply tumbled out And marriage vows, that someone mumbled about None of that mob had turned up late They said, "You'd better concentrate” So, start the show, 'cos we can't wait for The Man You Love to Hate The closing act The first one billed Into the limelight thrilled The tale of a ship lured onto the rocks under The cover of darkness, the hold was plundered My mouth was parched my eyes red-rimmed My false light shone And my ghost light dimmed I went to a house on Silhouette Street Where I lived once and died once more Awoke a woman I once adored Her husband came to the door In a masquerade of dignity He said, "I'm pleased to meet you but you don't know me" She took my money and handed me the key The number on the fob was "999" She whispered that's your room and this is mine But that's a chamber that you can't afford It's one door down, next to the Emergency Ward None of that mob had turned up late They said, "You'd better concentrate” So, start the show, 'cos we can't wait for The Man You Love to Hate The Man You Love to Hate I'm a one party state The Man You Love to Hate The girl you used to care for Without a why or wherefore The country that I loved Is just a problem to solve Until we all disintegrate before The Man You Love to Hate
Beave and Len pick their favorite albums of 2022. THAT'S ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW! Listen now for ultimate musical expertise.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame musician Elvis Costello talks about his album "The Boy Named If." Costello is now out on tour. And, as the monkeypox outbreak continues, experts explain why it's important to keep sex front and center of the conversation. NPR's Andrew Limbong reports.
[REBROADCAST FROM January 14, 2022] Elvis Costello's new album, The Boy Named If, will appeal especially to fans of the singer-songwriter's Attractions-era rock and roll records. Costello also recently released a Spanish-language version of his 1978 album, This Year's Model. Costello joins us for a Listening Party, and to read some short stories from the book that accompanies the new album which he will perform songs from at Pier 17 tonight.
If you don't know his favorite sandwich, or the name of the most used app on his phone, do you really know Elvis Costello? Find out how Elvis fared under the intense scrutiny of The Colbert Questionert and check out his latest album, "The Boy Named If." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Season 1, Episode 18 - On this episode we discuss the new album "The Boy Named If" from Elvis Costello. We also check out “Now and the Evermore” from Men at Work frontman Colin Hay. In music news we have new songs from The Fixx and Miles Hunt of the Wonderstuff. Also, tour dates for Crowded House and B52's. In addition, we give our review of the English Beat's show in Salt Lake City!Elvis Costello - The Boy Named Ifhttps://shop.elviscostello.com/products/elvis-costello-the-imposters-the-boy-named-if-digital-albumColin Hay - Now and the Evermorehttps://compassrecords.lnk.to/nowandtheevermoreWEMiles Hunt - Things Can Changehttps://mileshunt.bandcamp.com/The Fixx - Take What You Wanthttps://orcd.co/TheFIXXEveryFiveSecondsOur official website:http://newwavemusicpodcast.comPlease help support our podcast:https://glow.fm/dontyouforgetaboutme-thenewwavemusicpodcast
Elvis Costello is the Mighty Manfred's guest this week! Elvis is back with his 32nd studio album, "A Boy Named If and Other Children's Stories" which features our Coolest Song in the World this Week, "Farewell Ok." Join the Mighty Manfred and Elvis Costello for this week's Coolest Conversation, presented by Hard Rock
Passou o carnaval e as marchinhas ainda estão martelando na cabeça? Tome uma dose de boas músicas da playlist gringa das DICAS DO MEUSONS! Neste terceiro ano abrimos com uma seleção única com velhos e novos artistas, todos com músicas excelentes para abrilhantar o ano de 2022. 1- “Carry On” – Hoodoo Gurus. Famosa veterana banda australiana, desde 1993, lançando primeiro single após doze anos que integra novo álbum intitulado “Chariot of the Gods”, décimo disco da banda, para o começo de março. 2- “Lizzie“ – TAPE TOY. Novo quarteto holandês de Amsterdam, estreando com seu primeiro disco cheio. Como característica sonora com influências do grunge e rock alternativo dos anos 90. 3- “Never Mind The List” – Guided By Voices. A entidade do indie americano vai lançar seu 35º álbum em março com o titulo de “Crystal Nuns Cathedral” 4- “Forgiven” – Urge Overkill Mais um veteraníssimo grupo de rock surgido em 1983 em Detroit que fez fama bem antes do Nirvana com quem excursionou. Single do novo disco disco “Oui” que leva a assinatura do selo Omnivore. no dia 28 de janeiro. 5- “Little Did I” – Night Crickets. Projeto formado por Victor DeLorenzo, baterista do Violent Femmes, com o baixista David J, do Bauhaus e Love and Rockets, mais Darwin Meiners. A dupla se entende desde tempos imemoriais, mas só agora finalmente lançam o primeiro disco chamado “A Free Society”, também pelo selo Omnivore Recordings. 6- “Farewell OK” – Elvis Costello and The Imposters. O inglês Costello é mais uma entidade do rock e na atividade. Aos 67 anos lançou em janeiro “The Boy Named If”, que é o seu 32º disco de estúdio com a banda The Imposters, que é a mesma coisa do Attractions porém com um novo baixista. Nesse play o veterano retorna ao rock mais tradicional. 7- “El Negacionista” – Los Planetas. Décimo disco do excelente grupo de rock espanhol da cidade de Granada. Ao longos dos quase trinta anos de carreira a banda se mantém atual e inovadora. Nesse trabalho discorrem sobre o carinho e amor pela terra natal, musica e melodia para um poema de Garcia Lorca e abordam os dissabores e esperança nesse mundo de pandemia – novo normal, negacionistas, etc. 8- “Luckiest Man in the World” – Speedfossil. Primeiro single recém lançado do quarteto de Boston que prepara seu terceiro álbum intitulado “No Anesthesia”. 9- “Cut Your Teeth” – Ryan Allen. EP solo de Ryan Allen, conhecido em nosso programa junto com a banda Extra Arms, com quatro faixas gravadas e todos instrumentos gravados pelo artista americano. “Im not Mean” é o nome do disco. 10- “Jackie Down the Line” – Fontaines D.C. Grande promessa do rock irlandês a banda de post punk toca pela primeira vez fechando o programa de hoje com o primeiro single do terceiro álbum “Skinty Fia” que será lançado em abril próximo. O play promete. Programa produzido por Ricardo Pinto (@ricardoppaiva), Alex de Souza (@ombudsman) e Jesuino André (@jesuinoaoliveira). Colaboração de Fabian Fernandez. Agradecimentos aos parceiros revista O Inimigo (@revistaoinimigo), loja de presentes Mina Flor (@minaflor_minaflor). Sigam-nos nas redes: https://www.megafono.host/podcast/meu-sons meusonspodcast@gmail.com @meusons (instagram) @meusonspodcast (twitter) @alternativab (instagram e twitter) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/alternativab/message
Today's slow drag is with “My Most Beautiful Mistake” from “The Boy Named If,” released in 2022. The songwriting is credited to Elvis Costello. Show Notes: ---------------------- Appreciation written, produced, and narrated by Remedy Robinson, MA/MFA Twitter: https://twitter.com/slowdragremedy Email: slowdragwithremedy@gmail.com Podcast music by https://www.fesliyanstudios.com Rate this Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/slowdrag ---------------------- References: Elvis Costello Wiki Resource, “My Most Beautiful Mistake”: http://www.elviscostello.info/wiki/index.php/My_Most_Beautiful_Mistake “My Most Beautiful Mistake”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn0IWgpzanY Purchase “The Most Terrible Time in My Life…Ends Thursday” https://www.amazon.com/Most-Terrible-Time-Life-Thursday-ebook/dp/B07XLXS5PL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=Y4SGCT62WPEK&dchild=1&keywords=the+most+terrible+time+in+my+life+ends+thursday&qid=1608873405&sprefix=The+Most+Terrible+Time+in+%2Caps%2C195&sr=8-1 "My Most Beautiful Mistake" Lyrics: She was a part-time waitress with a dream of greatness That nobody knew of or even suspected Though it was sometimes reflected in the slant of a mirror It was buried so deep and so dear She caught the eye of a guy passing by who said, "My, if I prove to be faithless, you'll surely know why Oh, why? You'll probably know why" Then again you may say "Mister, you've got a nerve Most of us never get just what we deserve" I'll smile sweetly, "I'm here at your service" And the camera walks us through into a sunlit room Where a one-hit wonder lives And he says, "Action" and "That's a take" You are my most beautiful mistake "It's not your reputation I'm trying to besmirch" "I'm here undercover, I'm writing this screenplay" "You might be my inspiration, it's beyond my control" "So it's my soulful and wounded expression, that you'd like to console?" There's a hand that lingers a little too long There are lies you will hear, that they're singing right now, right here, right here in this song And the lens pulls the focus on his magnum opus He's a one-hit wonder kid And he says, "Action" and "That's a take" You are my most beautiful mistake He made a portrait of her face out of burnt out matches She said "The trouble is, Sunshine, I know what the catch is… You'll offer me nothing, you'll offer me riches I've seen your kind before in courtroom sketches" From the booth in the corner From a different perspective Where a man plays the fool or a private detective He wrote her name out in sugar on a Formica counter "You could be the game that captures the hunter" Then he went out for cigarettes As the soundtrack played The Marvelettes Let me check the script Check the continuity You'll be up on that screen for eternity The billboard will spit: "That look! That's it!" Take a little pill and you will get over it The light will hit you If you drop that hint Now "Cut" and "Print" And the camera walks us through into a low-lit room Where a one-hit wonder lives
How does one evaluate a new, solid, strong album released more than four decades into a creatively restless artist's career? That is the question at the heart of this episode, in Jason and Jared discuss, at length, Elvis Costello and the Imposters' very good new album, The Boy Named If. Please, rate/review/subscribe/recommend Learn more at http://mentalplatypus.com and find all our recommendations at http://hootnwaddle.com/mentalplatypus/podcast.php Find us on Instagram and Twitter at @Mental_Platypus Email us at mentalplatypusquarterly@gmail.com Support us at https://patreon.com/hootnwaddle
In this 100th episode of the check out this record podcast, Marc and Frank celebrate by reviewing one of their favorites Mr. Elvis Costello! Listen as the boys chat up the new album "A Boy Named If" and see what they think about it in this awesome review! Want a one-stop-shop for all things guitar? Head over to www.guitarexclusive.com for product reviews and more!!! If you want us to review an album let us know! Join our facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285306009517804/ Instagram: @checkoutthisrecord Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkdRbGfkOFg5V58uFx8qoUg/videos Twitter: @checkrecord
What a thrill for Brian and Kevin to talk to the great Elvis Costello about his new album The Boy Named If. You will hear a few tracks from this very fine album and Elvis chats about the songs and the recordings. Horsehead and Xmen drummer Max Waugh also makes a memorable appearance. All thanks to Murcotts Driving Excellence 1300 555 576 murcotts.edu.au advanced and defensive driving courses to make you safer on the roads. Book online or give them a call. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elvis Costello burst onto the music scene in 1977 with the album My Aim Is True. Songs like “Alison” established him as a powerful new voice in rock. His next album, This Year's Model, introduced hits like “Pump it Up,” which has resounded through stadiums and arenas across the country ever since. From then on he released album after album, decade after decade, becoming a force to be reckoned with in pop music. Now, Costello has released his 32nd studio album, The Boy Named If, and it's a kaleidoscopic journey through many of the sounds and styles that he's experimented with over the years. We spoke with Elvis about his wrong notes and open-ended lyrics, his much-publicized defense of Olivia Rodrigo, and why he turned down working with Adele Songs Discussed: Elvis Costello - Farewell, OK, Magnificent Hurt, Alison, Pump It Up Richie Barrett - Some Other Guy Olivia Rodrigo - Brutal Chuck Berry - Too Much Monkey Business Bob Dylan - Subterranean Homesick Blues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Stephen previews an exclusive new dining experience coming to New York City, and speculates as to which powerful men are on the list of eight “John Does” who could soon be exposed for alleged crimes committed with Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile… Stephen reacts to news that scientists have named a newly-discovered species of frag after climate activist Greta Thunberg. Next, Stephen kicks off his three part interview with rock legend Elvis Costello with a special “thank you” for the artist whose music played a key role in a wonderful and bittersweet moment Stephen shared with his mother near the end of her life. Stick around to hear these old pals talk about music, life, The Beatles, and Costello's new album, "The Boy Named If." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Peter Rivera was the lead singer and drummer for Rare Earth, that was formed in the late 1960's. They had 12 singles land on the charts. This episode is part two of our conversation with Peter in February 2021. Part one can be found on Episode 099. He provides his insights into his days at Motown Records and the bands connection with Stevie Wonder, breaking barriers by recording longer songs, and his latest music - Encore. In our showcase segment, your award-winning host Ray White brings you the latest on two other legendary performers - Rod Stewart, who's latest album is The Tears of Hercules and also fellow British superstar Elvis Costello, who just released The Boy Named If. The artists who are the heart of Rock 'n' Roll, we have them right here on the CAT!
Dustin's Vinyl Episode 52 with Hosts Dustin Chafin, Jeffrey Paul, and Anthony Kapfer We continue country month with Neko Case's "Blacklisted" and check out the brand new Elvis Costello & the Imposters album "The Boy Named If!" Watch Dustin's Vinyl LIVE every wednesday night at 7 pm EST/3 pm PST on ComedyHub on Twitch: twitch.tv/comedyhub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to Episode 78! Topics: Cold weather running gear, neighborhood vibe report, COVID testing, new prescription sunglasses, Duo Plus Coffee, Measure Twice, Gian Piero Bakery in Astoria, Oliver doctor visit, Vineapple in Brooklyn Heights, stoop hangs, listening to CDs, Dawn FM by The Weeknd, Radio KAOS by Roger Waters, The Boy Named If by Elvis Costello, How To With John Wilson, The Tragedy Of Macbeth, El Deafo.
Elvis Costello has just released his 32nd album, titled "The Boy Named If." He returns to the podcast to tell Bret about the abandon with which he and his band, The Imposters, approached the music. He also talks about the ‘imaginary friend' at the core of the album and the therapy he finds in drawing (he illustrated the story book companion to the music.) Also, Costello talks about how much of a joy it was working on "Spanish Model,” a remake of his pivotal 1978 album "This Year's Model,” featuring a roster of artists from Spanish-speaking parts of the world.
En Música de Contrabando , revista diaria de música en Onda Regional de Murcia (hoy vamos de 22,05 a 00,00h).Después de avanzar una serie de fantásticos temas, incluyendo el impulsivo rock n roll de 'Magnificent Hurt', y el impresionante piano de 'Paint the Red Rose Blue', Elvis Costello ha lanzado su muy esperado y aclamado nuevo álbum “The Boy Named If”.Nick Cave ha anunciado un próximo documental que llevará por título "This Much I Know To Be True" y que retratará su compañerismo con Warren Ellis, con quien lleva años colaborando.Tindersticks celebran sus 30 años de carrera con una compilación llamada anuncia Past Imperfect: The Best of Tindersticks '92-'21' ,Yard Act estrenan el último avance de su disco debut,The Overload.Los Planetas acaban de confirmar el lanzamiento de su nuevo disco ‘Las canciones del agua' para este viernes.Viva Belgrado han vuelto hoy a escena de forma inesperada, con el estreno de un nuevo single titulado Pena Sobre Pena que formará parte de un nuevo EP titulado PARALELOS/MERIDIANOS..Funambulista, Kuve y un grupo sorpresa celebran en Madrid la presentación de la marca 'Festivales Región de Murcia, Más Música'.Las canciones de .AVI se unen bajo una premisa común: bailar en las sombras puede acabar en catarsis. La fórmula la componen unos bajos al más puro estilo Peter Hook, electrificados y con un groove siniestro aunque pegadizo. The Wombats publican hoy Fix yourself, not the world, su nuevo disco en el que diluyen las fronteras entre géneros, y estrenan vídeo para "this car drives all by itself". Intromúsica arranca el 2021 con una nueva incorporación a su roster: MINIÑO, la nueva banda de noise pop que surgede la fusión de Twice y ZERO!. Reptaliens estrenan "take it", nuevo adelanto pop de Multiverse, su nuevo disco. Todo lo que siempre quisiste saber sobre Pieles Sebastian y nunca te atreviste a preguntar. Juan F. Cerdá y Jesus Cobarro muestran con orgullo "Chico conoce chico".
Schreibblockaden sind ihm fremd. Seit 45 Jahren liefert der britische Singer-/Songwriter aus Liverpool regelmässig Alben voller Songperlen in einer unglaublichen stilistischen Vielfalt. New Wave, Country, Reggae, Soul, Folk, Kammerpop – Elvis kommt mit allen Genres klar. Auch im hohen Popalter von 67 gibt er Vollgas. «The Boy Named If» erinnert an den Hochgeschwindigkeitspop seiner frühen Jahre. Macht sehr viel Freude!
Sein neues Album bietet ruppige, kantige Vorstöße in den Beat der Sechziger und den New Wave der Neunziger. Unser Kritiker Marcel Anders stellt das Album vor.
In a The New York Times op-ed, psychologist Adam Grant puts a name to that feeling borne out of the pandemic — showing up for life, but living without purpose and aim. Emory University sociologist Corey Keyes coined that feeling "languishing." We discuss. And, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame musician Elvis Costello talks about his new album "The Boy Named If."
Elvis Costello's new album, The Boy Named If, will appeal especially to fans of the singer-songwriter's Attractions-era rock and roll records. Costello also recently released a Spanish-language version of his 1978 album, This Year's Model. Costello joins us for a Listening Party, and to read some short stories from the book that accompanies the new album.
The phrase "young at heart" is a cliché, but when it comes to Elvis Costello, it really does apply. The Boy Named If is a trip through the inner life of a young person growing up full of imagination and self-discovery.
Elvis Costello, is an English singer-songwriter, born 25 August 1954. Costello began his career as part of London's pub rock scene in the early 1970s. He has won multiple awards in his career, including Grammy Awards in 1999 and 2020, and has twice been nominated for the Brit Award for Best British Male Artist. In 2003, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2004, Rolling Stone ranked Costello number 80 on its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. Costello has co-written several original songs for films, his music has drawn on many diverse genres; one critic described him as a "pop encyclopaedia" Costello has worked with Paul McCartney, Madness, Tony Bennett, Burt Bacharach, Allen Toussaint, T Bone Burnett, Lucinda Williams, Johnny Cash, Kid Rock, Lee Konitz, Brian Eno, and Rubén Blades. Elvis invites us into his world to discuss a new album release called The Boy Named If.