Elvis Costello Bringing In Big Stars For New Variety Show
Posted by Mitch Michaels on 07.07.2008
Elton John, Tony Bennett, Lou Reed and Bill Clinton coming to Costello's "Spectacle".
Elton John, Tony Bennett, Lou Reed and former U.S. President Bill Clinton will be among the heavy hitters appearing on Elvis Costello's new variety show.
The show, called "Spectacle: Elvis Costello with...," has taped four one-hour episodes of a planned 13-program run. The series is being co-produced by CTV in Canada and Channel 4 in the U.K., as well as the Sundance Channel in the U.S. A broadcast schedule has yet to be announced.
The format for the series will see Costello have conversations and collaborations with his guests. According to the production company, one of the early episodes will see Costello perform with John.
"I'm hoping that future shows continue to embody the great joy, passion and celebration of music we've had thus far, mixed with rare poignant and powerful moments," Costello said in a statement. "It's early to say too much about 'Spectacle' other than it has been a wonderful and surprising experience."
