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The possessor of a breathless vocal delivery replete with staccato mannerisms, Costello is equally at home warbling Bo Diddleyesque tunes like "Lovers Walk" as he is slow, almost painful narratives such as "Shot by His Own Gun." | The possessor of a breathless vocal delivery replete with staccato mannerisms, Costello is equally at home warbling Bo Diddleyesque tunes like "Lovers Walk" as he is slow, almost painful narratives such as "Shot by His Own Gun." | ||
Backed by the Attractions, an amazingly | Backed by the Attractions, an amazingly fulsome trio consisting of Steve Nieve on keyboards, Bruce Thomas on bass and Pete Thomas on drums, Costello performed most of his best known tunes including "Alison," "Radio, Radio" and "This Year's Girl." | ||
Everything about Costello in concert is distinctive, his physical presence being almost a parody of the classic rock frontman. Yet, his lyrics are precise and straightforward, actually poignant at times, and his three minute compositions are taut and emotional. | |||
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