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LaPeter's insistence that Costello lacks originality and sophistication leads me to believe he listened to the album while doing his homework. Costello's music leads with a strong fast beat which may overwhelm the audience (which obviously happened to LaPeter), but if one listens closely, an intriguing scenario of guitar work envelopes the listener. After hearing "The Angels Wanna Wear My Red Shoes" I rated Elvis C. among one of the best new guitarists. | LaPeter's insistence that Costello lacks originality and sophistication leads me to believe he listened to the album while doing his homework. Costello's music leads with a strong fast beat which may overwhelm the audience (which obviously happened to LaPeter), but if one listens closely, an intriguing scenario of guitar work envelopes the listener. After hearing "The Angels Wanna Wear My Red Shoes" I rated Elvis C. among one of the best new guitarists. | ||
I can understand LaPeter's stand that Costello is a packaged deal thrown to the masses, but let me quote Simon Frith of the ''Village | I can understand LaPeter's stand that Costello is a packaged deal thrown to the masses, but let me quote Simon Frith of the ''Village Voice'' (New York), [[Village Voice, December 26, 1977|Dec. 26, 1977]], | ||
"In what has been a wonderful year for young British musicians, Elvis Costello has set himself up... as our quirkest newcomer. But don't be deceived by the packaging. Costello's record company may have changed his name, exploited his gawkiness and sold him as the kid anyone can kick sand at, but his music is not a joke." | "In what has been a wonderful year for young British musicians, Elvis Costello has set himself up... as our quirkest newcomer. But don't be deceived by the packaging. Costello's record company may have changed his name, exploited his gawkiness and sold him as the kid anyone can kick sand at, but his music is not a joke." |
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