Later With Jools Holland 1:4 13 Steps Lead Down by Elvis Costello & Attractions

[@shirleypena4133]

This is easily one of his best songs, and I'm seriously surprised that it hasn't been covered by any other artists since its release.

[@reallyluckyoaklawn8306]

I think it is intimidating to cover, Pete Thomas, Bruce Thomas and Steve Nieve +Elvis' playing when they are in full attack mode! Sort of like covering Who songs. Not too many musicians have those kind of chops.

[@toolmanchris]

He still retained the energy of his early recordings with this one. A fantastic live performance 😎

[@simfaithguitar1]

Best part of this song is where EC and the band go completely crazy and blesses us with 90 seconds of higgedly-piggedly. Man, we need this today!

[@1957rcajr]

Marty Pollock ...with a touch of Radio Radio as well!

[@peterowen9183]

@@1957rcajr And before the Radio Radio bit Bruce is playing the bass line from Lipstick Vogue. An incendiary performance.

[@candelise]

I recall at the end of this performance, Elvis had a real "Follow that!" expression on his face.

[@tomfoolery815]

For sure. It's the rock equivalent of throwing down the gauntlet.

[@virgilrytaar9083]

Bruce is on fire in this version. What a bass virtuoso. Danelectro sounds great

[@tomtuite8327]

Fantastic. I saw this the night it was broadcast in May 1994 and it blew me away. Thanks for uploading it.

[@rattyeely]

I love how they throw in the Radio Radio riff right at the end there

[@kissyxander]

what a fantastic arse kicking band the attractions are here, great song too

[@stephenpayne9120]

Lovely thoughtful ballad. I just love folk music.

[@randomwave_999]

EC & the attractions rocking the hell out

[@stevenhearnden522]

his best album in my eyes.

[@davedaves431]

Fuck me. The last 90 seconds blew my trousers off.

[@Mark-v7y8t]

Kick ass Declan and Pete Thomas.

[@lmizuki5]

snarlingly brilliant

[@Bobber256]

It's a very underrated tune. Very sharp indeed.

[@suburbanindie]

Little surprise at the end heheh

[@Phi1l]

Awesome

[@jackchadderton3956]

So tonight I´m drinking to your health, Because I just can´t stand myself.

[@sirreptitious8786]

I remember the Holland show. I also remember how TERRIBLE the presentation was!!! WAY TOO MANY CAMERA CHANGES from one angle to another made it SOOOO fucking annoying to watch!!