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Elvis Costello And The Attractions – Punch The Clock – 180 Gram Vinyl Record
Punch the Clock is the eighth studio album by Elvis Costello and the Attractions, released in 1983.
Punch the Clock showcases Elvis Costello and the Attractions exploring a more polished and radio-friendly sound compared to some of their earlier, more raw and punk-influenced work. The album incorporates elements of new wave, pop, and soul.
The album was produced by Clive Langer and Alan Winstanley, who had previously worked with artists like Madness and Dexys Midnight Runners. Their production style contributed to the album’s more accessible and commercial sound.
The album includes one of Elvis Costello’s most successful and well-known songs, ‘Everyday I Write the Book.’ This track became a hit single and received widespread radio airplay. In addition to ‘Everyday I Write the Book,’ other notable tracks from the album include ‘Shipbuilding,’ ‘Pills and Soap,’ and ‘The Greatest Thing.’
Elvis Costello’s songwriting on Punch the Clock continues to display his keen observational and often socio-political lyricism. ‘Shipbuilding,’ in particular, addresses the Falklands War and the impact on shipyard workers.
Punch the Clock received positive reviews from critics, praising its catchy melodies, Costello’s songwriting, and the overall production quality. It demonstrated Costello’s ability to adapt his musical style while maintaining his lyrical depth. The album performed well commercially and marked a successful phase in Elvis Costello’s career, appealing to a broader audience with its accessible sound.
Punch the Clock is recognized as a significant entry in Elvis Costello’s discography, capturing a moment in his artistic evolution as he embraced a more polished and pop-oriented sound. The album’s success and critical acclaim contribute to its lasting impact on the pop and rock music landscape of the 1980s.
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Track Listing
Let Them All Talk
Everyday I Write The Book
The Greatest Thing
The Element Within Her
Love Went Mad
Shipbuilding
TKO (Boxing Day)
Charm School
The Invisible Man
Mouth Almighty
King Of Thieves
Pills And Soap
The World And His Wife
