Elvis Costello & Attractions 1st Press UK LP + EP Armed forces EX ’79 RAD14 Original UK LP released in 1979 on Radarscope records. Cat: RAD14. Matrix numbers: RAD14A1 EG/ RAD 14 B1 EG. Features foldout sleeve. Comes with printed inner bag bonus EP and 4 postcards.
After releasing and touring the intense This Year's Model, Elvis Costello quickly returned to the studio with the Attractions to record his third album, Armed Forces. In contrast to the stripped-down pop and rock of his first two albums, Armed Forces boasted a detailed and textured pop production, but it was hardly lavish. However, the more spacious arrangements complete with ringing pianos, echoing reverb, layered guitars, and harmonies accent Costello's melodies, making the record more accessible than his first two albums. Perversely, while the sound of Costello's music was becoming more open and welcoming, his songs became more insular and paranoid, even though he cloaked his emotions well.

Tracks : Accidents will happen/ Senior service/ Oliver’s army/ Big boys/ Gtreen shirt/ Party girl/ Goon squad/ Busy bodies/ Sunday’s best/ Moods for moderns/ Chemistry class/ Two little Hitlers.   There are a few light spindle marks on labels. Record has a few minor scuff marks that cause a few light crackles and is in Excellent condition. EP cover and record are in Near Mint condition. 4 Postcards have a few light marks and are in Excellent condition. Printed inner bag has a few light age spots and is in Excellent condition. Foldout cover has a few light marks and is in Excellent condition.

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