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The Costello Show, The Attractions, The Confederates – King Of America (E/E)
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King Of America is an LP by The Costello Show, The Attractions, The Confederates from 1986 released on the F-Beat label.
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King Of America is one of Elvis Costello’s most acclaimed albums, a 1986 release that broadened his sound with country rock, rock’n’roll and hard-edged American roots influences. Issued under The Costello Show with The Attractions and The Confederates, it marked a notable shift from the tighter new wave attack of his earlier work towards a more open, acoustic-leaning style. Written during a period of creative restlessness, the album pairs vivid lyrical detail with memorable songs such as Brilliant Mistake and I’ll Wear It Proudly. Its cross-genre reach and strong critical reputation have made it a key record in Costello’s catalogue and one of his most enduring statements.
Genre: Pop & Rock
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AllMusic rating:AllMusic users:Artist: The Costello Show, The Attractions, The ConfederatesLabel: F-Beat – VPL1 7601Format: LP, AlbumUnits: 1Country: Australia & New ZealandReleased: 1986Genre: Pop & RockStyle: Country Rock, Rock & RollA1 Brilliant Mistake
A2 Lovable
A3 Our Little Angel
A4 Don'T Let Me Be Misunderstood
A5 Glitter Gulch
A6 Indoor Fireworks
A7 Little Palaces
A8 I'Ll Wear It Proudly
B1 American Without Tears
B2 Eisenhower Blues
B3 Poisoned Rose
B4 The Big Light
B5 Jack Of All Parades
B6 Suit Of Lights
B7 Sleep Of The Just