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Elvis Costello

Aug 25, 1954 (70 years old) in Paddington, London, England, UK

Referencing prodigies of rock lyricism may not bring Elvis Costello to mind for some, but he does deserve consideration. Through the course of over four decades, the former computer programmer has maintained a career as a singer-songwriter, giving the likes of Bob Dylan himself a reckoning. He was born Declan MacManus in London, England, on August 25, 1954. He took the moniker Elvis Costello in 1977, adopting his first name from Elvis Presley and the last part from the maiden name of his mother. Also in '77, Costello's debut album My Aim Is True was released, drawing connections to the new wave and punk movement while showing musical variance. That year, Costello's band The Attractions was assembled. The group released a number of albums, including This Year's Model, Armed Forces, and Trust. 1986's Blood and Chocolate produced memorable, literate gems, such as "Tokyo Storm Warning" and "I Want You."

After the Attractions' final show in 1996, caused by conflict between Costello and the band's bassist Bruce Thomas, two of the group's other members would become part of his new backing band, The Imposters. Costello has released over 30 albums.

Known For

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The Simpsons
Elvis Costello (voice)
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Two and a Half Men
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Frasier
Ben
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Austin City Limits
Self
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3rd Rock from the Sun
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30 Rock
Elvis Costello
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The Comic Strip Presents...
Stone Deaf A & R Man
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Pete the Cat
Pete's Dad (voice)
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The Larry Sanders Show
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Live From the Artists Den
Self

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