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It all started back in 1977 with 13 gritty tracks of punk passion from a nerdy-looking English musician resembling Buddy Holly.
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Forty-five years later, Costello is still up to his old tricks with the release of his 32nd studio album. Recorded remotely with the Imposters, 无毛视频淭he Boy Named If无毛视频� finds Costello dishing out another 13 tracks that spotlight his lyrical wit and keen observations about navigating life无毛视频檚 unexpected turns.
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For the new material, 67-year-old Costello crafts a musical collection that focuses on the awkward period when we have to put aside childish ways in an effort to prepare for more mature endeavors.
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