English singer-songwriter Declan Patrick MacManus, known professionally as Elvis Costello, admired for his eclectic, genre-spanning career and collaborations.

Born Declan Patrick MacManus on 25 August 1954 in London. Long career spanning rock, new wave, country and classical collaborations; frequent collaborator with artists such as Allen Toussaint and Burt Bacharach (Painted From Memory).

DeBaser's reviews portray Elvis Costello as an endlessly versatile, genre-hopping songwriter. Critics praise his songwriting, collaborations and willingness to experiment. Some albums receive occasional reservations about cohesion or spontaneity.

For:Fans of rock, new wave, singer-songwriters, and listeners who enjoy eclectic collaborations and genre-crossing music.

 My vocation in life is to be irritating! Not something actively destructive, just something that irritates, that disorients

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 I've always liked Elvis Costello for his peculiar versatility that has allowed him over the years to effortlessly transition from rock to other musical genres, while maintaining his essence as an open and curious musician each time.

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 Elvis Costello doesn't abide by the rules; he's an unruly musician who doesn't stick to what his resemblance to Buddy Holly might suggest.

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 When England Was The Whore Of The World, Margaret Was Her Madam

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