Ten Bloody Marys & Ten How's Your Fathers
Elvis Costello · 1980
52 min · 20 tracks · new wave · punk
A frenetic blend of punk energy and clever lyricism that showcases Costello's sharp wit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick bursts of lyrical wit
- party-ready sing-along energy
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
- short, engaging track variety
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, immersive pieces
- seek slow, contemplative sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Ten Bloody Marys & Ten How's Your Fathers' is a compilation album that captures Elvis Costello's first few years of prolific output following his debut in 1977. This release came just after his commercial breakthrough with 'This Year's Model' and solidified his reputation as a leading voice in the new wave movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Jackson· Graham Parker· Squeeze
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clean Money 2:01
- 2 Girls Talk 1:56
- 3 Talking in the Dark 1:58
- 4 Radio Sweetheart 2:26
- 5 Big Tears 3:10
- 6 Crawling to the USA 2:53
- 7 Just a Memory 2:17
- 8 Watching the Detectives 3:47
- 9 Stranger in the House 3:02
- 10 Clowntime Is Over 3:46
- 11 Getting Mighty Crowded 2:10
- 12 Hoover Factory 1:47
- 13 Tiny Steps 2:43
- 14 (What’s So Funny ’Bout) Peace Love and Understanding 3:34
- 15 Dr. Luther’s Assistant 3:30
- 16 Radio Radio 3:07
- 17 Black and White World 1:50
- 18 Wednesday Week 2:04
- 19 My Funny Valentine 1:29
- 20 Ghost Train 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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