Costello’s second album, This Year’s Model, was his first with backing band The Attractions, and the difference in sound was immediately obvious. Where My Aim is True had a low-key, almost honky-tonk sound, This Year’s Model was a punk-infused burst of pure attitude.

A bit of Costello trivia: His backing band on My Aim is True would go on to become The News of Huey Lewis and the News fame. Not to disparage Huey Lewis, but I wonder if those guys are still kicking themselves over that change in lineup. To be fair, though, Huey Lewis has probably had more actual hits than Elvis.

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