Name: The Return Of The Spectacular Spinning Songbook - Cd/dvd
Brand: Elvis Costello

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

2791962

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format detail

CD & DVD

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2012-04-02

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Elvis Costello

Genre GB

New Wave / Post Punk

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Elvis Costello is an English musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer. He was born on August 25, 1954 in London, England. In the early years of his career, he gained recognition as part of the group Elvis Costello & The Attractions. However, in 1996, the band recorded their last album and underwent some lineup changes. They reformed in 2002 with a new bassist and adopted a new name: The Imposters.
Throughout his career, Elvis Costello has been known for his diverse musical style and thought-provoking lyrics. His talent has earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. In addition to his music career, he is also recognized for his marriage to Diana Krall since 2003.
To learn more about other bands or aliases associated with Elvis Costello (such as The Imposters or Confederates), you can explore Declan Patrick Aloysius MacManus' profile.

this deluxe edition of 'the return of the spectacular spinning songbook' includes a cd, dvd and 28 page booklet filled with musings from napoleon dynamite (aka elvis costello), the mc of the spectacular spinning songbook show. recorded over a 2-night stand at the wiltern theater in los angeles on may 11 and 12, 2011, the cd was culled from both nights' performances, shows which the los angeles times said were 'the kind of uniquely invigorating experience that warrants a buzzword all its own: inspiring.' and includes popular songs such as 'everyday i write the book', 'god give me strength', 'watching the detectives', '(what's so funny 'bout) peace, love and understanding' plus a cover of the rolling stones' out of time; an extended 'i want you'; and the return of the bangles on 'tear off your own head'. the dvd is from costello's show on may 12, 2011 and includes a special guest appearance by the bangles. the dvd contains bonus footage including an alternate intro by napoleon dynamite (aka elvis costello), and behind-the-scenes moments captured with the imposters - steve nieve, davey faragher and pete thomas - as well as extra performances not included in the main set of the show. 'the spectacular spinning songbook' made its first appearance in 1986 in los angeles during the 'costello sings again tour.' in 2011, elvis costello and the imposters set out on the revolver tour and, for the first time in 25 years, costello once again allowed his set-list to be chosen by 'the spectacular spinning songbook,' a monumental game-show type wheel spun by select fans and featuring songs from his latest critically acclaimed release national ransom, plus new renditions of hits, rarities and very unexpected covers.

The Return Of The Spectacular Spinning Songbook - Cd/dvd

Music GB