The Songs Of Bacharach & Costello
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A fascinating 2023 meeting of two singular talents: Burt Bacharach, composer of some of pop's greatest melodies, and Elvis Costello, the intellectually restless rock iconoclast. Rather than straightforward covers, these recordings document Costello's interpretations of Bacharach songs across both lyrical and instrumental variations, revealing new dimensions in compositions most know from their original recordings. Bacharach's sophisticated harmonic language and meticulous production receive fresh attention through Costello's expressive, often sardonic vocal approach. The two-disc set flows between intimate ballads and propulsive arrangements, from Costello's tender readings of classics to inventive reinterpretations. A remarkable pairing that deepens appreciation for both artists and demonstrates why Bacharach remains pop's greatest melodist.
Item Details+
| Genre | Jazz, Pop |
| Style | Easy Listening, Lounge, Vocal, Ballad |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | Carefully packed andamp; shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping! |
| Label | UMe |
| Year | 2023 |
| Country | Worldwide |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
Painted From Memory
1-1. In The Darkest Place 4:20
1-2. Toledo 4:36
1-3. I Still Have That Other Girl 2:48
1-4. This House Is Empty Now 5:11
1-5. Tears At The Birthday Party 4:39
1-6. Such Unlikely Lovers 3:27
1-7. My Thief 4:21
1-8. The Long Division 4:15
1-9. Painted From Memory 4:14
1-10. The Sweetest Punch 4:12
1-11. What's Her Name Today? 4:11
1-12. God Give Me Strength 6:10
Taken From Life
2-1. You Can Have Her 5:08
2-2. Painted From Memory 4:11
2-3. Don't Look Now 2:31
2-4. Everyone's Playing House 3:06
2-5. I Looked Away 2:38
2-6. Taken From Life 4:21
2-7. My Thief 4:32
2-8. Shameless 4:32
2-9. Photographs Can Lie 3:40
2-10. In The Darkest Place 3:30
2-11. Why Won't Heaven Help Me? 3:23
2-12. Stripping Paper 3:36
2-13. He's Given Me Things 4:13
2-14. What's Her Name Today? 3:45
2-15. Look Up Again 5:18
2-16. Lie Back and Think Of England 2:08
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