I do loves me some Elvis Costello, particularly when he stretches himself by mixing genres, going symphonic or starting a talk show that looks to be much more in-depth and interesting than your average gabfest. I may have to bump the DirecTV subscription a level on the basis of this show alone. And the upcoming episode with Lou Reed may well make my head explode with fanboy glee.
Preview videos of episode 1 with Sir Reginald:
Meeting Martha of the Vandellas:
On changing his name:
On being covered by Frank Sinatra:
Elvis makes “Border Song” his own with an assist from Alan Toussaint:
A duet:

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Our favorite show returns next month. Here’s a nice refresher video series: 16 Emmy noms too.…