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Bruce Thomas was the stupendous bassist for Elvis Costello and the Attractions, creating the indelible bass lines that drove such songs as “Pump It Up,” “(I Don’t Want To Go To) Chelsea” and “Everyday I Write the Book.” He and Costello had a falling out years ago...but is a thaw in the air at last? What was it like to play in such a hot band? How did they arrange the songs? Which legendary British band tried to recruit Thomas before he joined the Attractions? Which legendary British band did Thomas try to join? This is an epic deep dive for music lovers. Enjoy!
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Bruce Thomas was the stupendous bassist for Elvis Costello and the Attractions, creating the indelible bass lines that drove such songs as “Pump It Up,” “(I Don’t Want To Go To) Chelsea” and “Everyday I Write the Book.” He and Costello had a falling out years ago...but is a thaw in the air at last? What was it like to play in such a hot band? How did they arrange the songs? Which legendary British band tried to recruit Thomas before he joined the Attractions? Which legendary British band did Thomas try to join? This is an epic deep dive for music lovers. Enjoy!

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