Of a new generation.”Īs a longtime fan of both acts, I may have lost it at "We must have peace." Lowe even did the monologue from his original recording of “(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding” with British pub-rock legends Brinsley Schwarz: “We must have peace. On Father's Day at Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, that moment arrived as Costello was nearing the end of a brilliant, unpredictable performance whose more surreal moments were further enhanced by the sweltering heat inside a theater whose air conditioning unit appeared to have taken the holiday off to spend time with its family.Īfter leading the Imposters in a breathless trip through “Pump It Up,” Costello welcomed the tour mate who produced his first five albums back on stage to trade off verses on the last two songs - “(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding” (a bit of a given for those who know who wrote it) and “Alison." Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe sounded great on 'Alison' Seeing Elvis Costello share a bill with Nick Lowe is always a special occasion for anyone at all familiar with Costello’s storied past, holding out the promise of the two old friends sharing the spotlight before the night is through. But we are two worlds apart Can't reach to your heart When you say That I want it that way Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a heartache Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a mistake Tell me why I never wanna hear you say I want it that way Am I your fire Your one desire Yes I know it's too late But I want it that way Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a heartache Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a mistake Tell me why I never wanna hear you say I want it that way Now I can see that we're falling apart From the way that it used to be, yeah No matter the distance I want you to know That deep down inside of me.View Gallery: Photos: Elvis Costello's 2023 tour with The Imposters and Nick Lowe
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