EC and Attractions documentary 1994

[@duffbaker9554]

It's a shame about the subsequent fall-out between Elvis and Bruce, even to this day.

[@kilgoretrout3966]

Still strong with The Imposters.

[@dankatz1080]

Davey is fine but Bruce was a genius,

[@duffbaker9554]

@@timothyd9543 Waitaminute- Bruce Thomas hit on McCartney's step-daughter, Heather when she was 17? That would've been back in 1979. Come on, man!

[@duffbaker9554]

@@timothyd9543 Fair enough, but knowing Bruce's humor and plus the fact that her dad was within hearing range, I seriously doubt that Bruce was really "hitting" on her. He could've said that to her in front of Paul, just to be 'funny', which is a most-likely scenario. They were definitely on good enough terms when the McCartney/Jackson/Thomas chance-meeting took place at AIR in '82.

[@youknowwho-]

@@timothyd9543 -- And even after all that, EC kept him around because he realized this bassist was the best he'd ever find and was perfect for his music. What finally did Bruce in was when he "accidentally on purpose" (his own words) played wrong notes on a US talk show appearance because he was upset at EC over something or other. There's no way a professional musician and bandleader would ever tolerate that from anyone in his group, genius or no genius. So, sadly, BT had to go.

[@Stiglr]

OMIGOD.... "This Year's Model" was recorded in less than two weeks??? Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa...????

[@patriciofernandez2711]

What’s more, the Attractions learned two albums worth of songs in five days! As a musician, that is astonishing

[@L0REN0R2Z0RR0]

The first Beatles record was recorded in a day or two, I think.

[@stevehoran5595]

@@L0REN0R2Z0RR0 10 tracks were recorded in a day. The remaining 4 songs were their first two singles.

[@rattyeely]

​@@L0REN0R2Z0RR0still, the Beatles had been playing together for many years at that point and were basically just bringing their live act into the recording studio. The Attractions had just formed

[@DKentization]

I love how the producer cut to Pete saying "the only time he lost me a bit was when he got into classical music" with EC singing a Countrypolitan version Hot Burrito #1... Classic.

[@justme_66]

great documentary! thanks for posting. I can hear the audio.

[@TCrawfor]

Funny how Pete makes fun of his beats in Chelsea, but I just love the way that came out. Just saw Elvis and the Imposters here in Atlanta and Pete was really on. They were great.

[@deejaye2647]

Loved the old videos of EC on MTV. Soundtrack to my life.

[@Fatherflot64]

Pete Thomas looks like he could be a Davies brother

[@erichimes3062]

Those Welsh genes

[@Fatherflot64]

@@erichimes3062 speaking of Welsh genes, check out Dave Edmunds in SCTV's "I Was a Teenage Communist" kzbin.info/www/bejne/hamopJt8d82IY5Y

[@urbangorilla33]

I just noticed how much he looked like Jonathan Pryce.

[@funibiscuit]

He's only missing a gap between his front teeth and a crooked smile.

[@spumemonk11]

Never realise how much Pete Thomas looks and sounds like Ray Davies.

[@stephenfalla7387]

Late to the party with this but a brilliant insight into what made this extraordinary band tick . . .

[@sgil9645]

A huge omit of the Get Happy album cover with the montage particularly while playing two tracks from said album

[@tonypascale5317]

I was at the Solid Gold taping of everyday I write the book in Hollywood Ca. I was 14. You guys were great!

[@Silver_Miner]

Saw Elvis at UCLA 3 times. Wiltern once, Greek once and the Hard rock Las Vegas once at one time had over 35 cd's, I'm a big fan since first time I heard "Watching the Detectives" one of the best songs ever IMO. The best song ever is "A Whiter Shade of Pale" RIP Gary and Kieth.

[@dennelclayton5188]

Wow... hadn't seen this before, been a huge long time EC and the Attractions fan. Was so excited to catch them on the "Brutal Youth" tour back in 94 when they played at Irvine Meadows. Since I'm a bassist also, "Bruce Thomas" has always been one of my all-time favorite rock bass players. I nicknamed him "Mr leave no note unplayed" on the account that he's all over the place, his tone (big Botton) and that he always plays some killer grooves. I was surprise to see he wasn't playing a Fender bass at the Irvine show but instead a "Danelectro Longhorn Bass,” rockin' it non the less. Favorite EC albums... 1. "This Years Model" 2. "Armed Forces" 3. "Imperial Bedroom" 4. "Kojak Variety Vol.1" 5. "Spike" 6."Brutal Youth." Thanks for posting the video... Follow this Sear👍

[@Ted_Selke]

I recently uploaded a video I shot at the last show on that tour, in Atlanta. It was so cool seeing Bruce rock the Longhorn! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bquYq3aOmpyUi7M

[@islandbee]

I'd love if Elvis Costello & The Attractions had a reunion.

[@patbiss7742]

Aside from the bass player they're still the same band he's playing with these days

[@duffbaker9554]

@@patbiss7742 The same band but without an awesome bassist. Davey would agree..

[@L0REN0R2Z0RR0]

@@duffbaker9554 Davey is a great bassist, the new album is the best EC album so far in terms of building up energy. For the old songs, it's still amazing live, but they might sound even tighter with the original rhythm section.

[@duffbaker9554]

@@L0REN0R2Z0RR0 Yes-he's great, just not awesome, that's all. Thanks for the heads-up on the new album-that's one I definitely need to pick up!

[@leonardyuhas9927]

@@L0REN0R2Z0RR0 Davey is terrible BRUCE is the man...

[@isotopefeeney]

Interesting to hear the other guys talk - - - I wasn't sure if they could

[@josephlammardo]

A classic case of “video killed the radio star”. I am a huge fan of the music. Respect ✊ to my favorite wordsmith and eclectic musician.

[@laika3916]

Not a drummer, but especially loved the drumming on one particular track from NYM. Can't remember the name, but it really stood out for me. There was also standout drumming on one track on Love Bites by the Buzzcocks. The drumming in The Police also caught my ear. Blondie had really good drumming too.

[@QuakerPop]

I'd wager that you are referring to "lipstick vogue." Have a listen and let me know if I was right

[@ranatlas]

Always liked those videos directed by Chuck Statler.

[@rattyeely]

Is this back when they were back together before breaking up again

[@mooniejohnson]

Steve is almost like The Edge... a foundation of the band you never heard from... but can talk! 😉

[@Mikevdog]

Greatest band in history, bar none.

[@nonsuch]

Brutal Youth is such a great album. It's in my top 3 of Costello's along with Imperial Bedroom and Armed Forces.

[@drippyba]

Where is the audio ?

[@jeanmabou656]

en français ça aurai été bien ...

[@gtf2648]

I just don't her "Aftermath" in Model or Forces...

[@patriciofernandez2711]

Yeah me neither, I also don't hear any of Bowie's "Low" in Night Rally

[@vaxini]

Ive seen them in early days top rank cardiff in the 70z never seen a band like it in my life so profesional and what a bass and keyboard player and the fucking drummer and of course the front man sorry guys u shld stick together you were brilliant ...

[@yummyyum36719]

I saw them live a number of times in that era. Greatest back up band of all time. Elvis was amazing vocally. Not one of the great guitarists but with that band it just didn't matter.

[@fornik8er]

@@yummyyum36719 saw them in 78, (opening band Suicide), amazingly tight band, second best concert I've ever been to.

[@yummyyum36719]

@@fornik8er I have been to a ton of concerts but I can honestly say without a doubt that the Attractions are the best 3 piece band I have ever seen live. IMO they were at there best when Elvis wold just stand there and sing. Once he established the quality of the music and was able to show that they were more than just a "Punk Band" he should have brought in a proper guitarist who would play like Bruce: leads during the songs as opposed to a set spot where the lead goes.

[@L0REN0R2Z0RR0]

@@yummyyum36719 Elvis' guitar tone is amazing though, his shreds are brutal and effective.

[@amherst88]

Thank you *very* *much* for posting this -- one of my heroes since '78 -- never heard much from the band ❤

[@duijvelduijvel]

never seen this before ! thanks for posting ! funny to hear Steve Naieve say that he was the wildest one, and although Bruce was a sort of a prick, he was an absolute brilliant B-player, specially when using the neck in the higher parts.....But that is not always the thing that counts

[@jmm1000]

how have i missed this till now - Thanks, poster child!

[@victorortiz6272]

International band in 3-4 months!!!

[@Ullisses95]

What's the doc's name?

[@MargotMurasz]

Says it at the end. It was VH-1 to 1. This came before Behind The Music.