{"product_id":"fc-37562","title":"Elvis Costello - Almost Blue (1981) Vinyl LP • The Attractions, Sweet Dreams","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003eCatalog Number:\u003c\/h3\u003e FC-37562\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eMusical Styles:\u003c\/h3\u003e 1980s, Blues Rock, Country Pop, Country Rock, Cowboy Country, Folk Pop, Folk Rock, Honky-Tonk, Nashville Sound, Traditional Country, Vocal\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eSleeve Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eRecord Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eVinyl plays with some crackles and a few light-clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing, tiny surface abrasions, and surface impressions (front\/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine is mostly easy-to-read with wear. Shelf-wear along top\/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eTracks:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003col style=\"margin-top: 0px ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWhy Don't You Love Me (Like You Used To Do?)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSweet Dreams\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSuccess\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eI'm Your Toy\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eTonight The Bottle Let Me Down\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBrown To Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGood Year For The Roses\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSittin' And Thinkin'\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eColour Of The Blues\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eToo Far Gone\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eHoney Hush\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eHow Much I've Lied\u003c\/li\u003e\n \n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eAbout The Record:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eAlmost Blue,\u003c\/span\u003e by Elvis Costello and the Attractions, is a departure from Costello’s new wave roots, embracing classic country music with covers of songs by artists like Hank Williams and George Jones. Recorded in Nashville with producer Billy Sherrill, the album reflects Costello’s admiration for American country traditions, though it initially puzzled fans and critics expecting his usual punk-inflected sound. Its historical significance lies in its bold genre shift, showcasing Costello’s versatility and influencing later alt-country movements. The album’s somber tone, exemplified by the title track, a jazz-inflected ballad, resonates with themes of heartbreak. \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eGood Year for the Roses\u003c\/span\u003e, a cover of George Jones’ hit, became a minor UK hit, reaching No. 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Record Vision","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52793671909657,"sku":"FC-37562","price":10.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/6937\/8329\/files\/LP-elvis_costello-almost_blue.jpg?v=1783554139","url":"https:\/\/record-vision.myshopify.com\/products\/fc-37562","provider":"Record Vision","version":"1.0","type":"link"}