Same artist as the previously described Elvis Costello and The Attractions — different Discogs spelling variant. English rock band fronted by Elvis Costello (born Declan MacManus, 1954) with backing band the Attractions: Steve Nieve (keyboards), Bruce Thomas (bass), and Pete Thomas (drums). Active 1977-1986, plus intermittent later projects.
Produced 11 studio albums together including This Year's Model (1978), Armed Forces (1979), Get Happy!! (1980), and Imperial Bedroom (1982). The partnership's three-album opening run is widely considered foundational to British new wave songwriting.
