New Musical Express, April 4, 1981: Difference between revisions
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Anyone who gets Elvis' gist realises that he functions best on a mixture of scintillating instrumental energy and a diversity of lyrical techniques — he's straightforward and multi-faceted. | Anyone who gets Elvis' gist realises that he functions best on a mixture of scintillating instrumental energy and a diversity of lyrical techniques — he's straightforward and multi-faceted. | ||
Too bad then that the usual savage stabbing of "King Horse" and "Radio Radio" came across as minor skin wounds — Costello's barbed points are better aimed from closer range. | Too bad then that the usual savage stabbing of "King Horse" and "Radio, Radio" came across as minor skin wounds — Costello's barbed points are better aimed from closer range. | ||
Of course Elvis was fully aware of the night's shortcomings (apparently he worked hard to lessen them on [[Concert 1981-03-28 London|Saturday]]). "Cheer up for God's sake!" he exhorted us without bitterness and later expressed dissatisfaction at his lack of communication. | Of course Elvis was fully aware of the night's shortcomings (apparently he worked hard to lessen them on [[Concert 1981-03-28 London|Saturday]]). "Cheer up for God's sake!" he exhorted us without bitterness and later expressed dissatisfaction at his lack of communication. | ||
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<br><small>Clipping composite.</small> | <br><small>Clipping composite.</small> | ||