Elvis Costello And The Attractions - Goodbye Cruel World LP

Goodbye Cruel World is the ninth studio album by Elvis Costello and his long-time backing band The Attractions. The record captures the group experimenting with a brighter, more polished 1980s pop sound while maintaining Costello’s sharp songwriting and distinctive vocal style.

Featuring tracks such as “The Only Flame in Town,” “Room With No Number,” and “I Wanna Be Loved,” the album blends new wave energy with sophisticated pop arrangements and layered production. Costello’s biting wit and emotional lyricism remain at the centre of the songs, exploring themes of relationships, frustration and self-reflection.

Pressed on vinyl LP, Goodbye Cruel World remains a fascinating chapter in Costello’s extensive catalogue, showcasing his willingness to experiment with contemporary production styles while retaining the melodic strengths that defined his work with The Attractions.

1. The Only Flame in Town
2. Home Truth
3. Room With No Number
4. Inch By Inch
5. Worthless Thing
6. Love Field
7. I Wanna Be Loved
8. The Comedians
9. Joe Porterhouse
10. Sour Milk-cow Blues
11. The Great Unknown
12. The Deportees Club
13. Peace in Our Time