The one where ... we realise it's a protest song disguised as a pop song. 

We listen to Elvis Costello's most successful single release in the UK.

 • Release in 1979
 • Album: Armed Forces
 • Take some time to check out producer Nick Lowe
 • The Famous 50's progression, common to doo-wop songs from the 1950's

The one where ... we realise it's a protest song disguised as a pop song. We listen to Elvis Costello's most successful single release in the UK. • Release in 1979 • Album: Armed Forces • Take some time to check out producer Nick Lowe • The Famous 50's progression, common to doo-wop songs from the 1950's

8 - " don't start the talking, I could talk all night ... " - Olivers Army - Elvis Costello

Eavesdrop on our conversations about songs. Each episode John and Brendan discuss a new song, exploring the style, lyrics, sounds and the time in place of the song, sometimes with interesting discoveries.

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8 - " don't start the talking, I could talk all night ... " - Olivers Army - Elvis Costello

8 - " don't start the talking, I could talk all night ... " - Olivers Army - Elvis Costello