This Year's Model, Elvis Costello's second album, arrived less than a year after his debut, solidifying his reputation for prolific output and sharp, observational songwriting. It eschews the more polished elements of his first record for a rawer, more aggressive sound.
- The album was recorded in a brisk three days at Pathway Studios in London. The album's title is a reference to a line from the song "Radio, Radio." On release, the album reached number 11 on the UK Albums Chart.
- The album was released in the US with a different tracklist than the UK version, notably excluding the single "Radio, Radio." The US version also featured a different album cover. Nick Lowe produced the album, as he had Costello's debut.
- This Year's Model is often cited as a landmark of 1970s punk and new wave music. It was Costello's first album to feature the Attractions as a credited band.
Elvis Costello & the Attractions were a British rock band associated with the pub rock and new wave scenes. They were known for their energetic live shows and Costello's witty, biting lyrics.
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