Episodes

Sir Elton John - Episode 101
Elvis and Elton explore Elton John's love and passion for many of the musicians who've had an impact on his life and career - with some candid and hilarious anecdotes along the way. Includes Sir Elton and Elvis with Allan Toussaint and The Imposters performing Down River and Working In A Coal Mine.

President Bill Clinton - Episode 102
Elvis and the 42nd President of the United States engage in an unprecedented and revealing chat about music and its importance to the President. Special guest musicians on the episode include Charlie Haden and Pat Metheny.Includes Elvis Costello, The Imposters and Elvis Presley's guitarist James Burton performing Baby Let's Play House and Mystery Train

Tony Bennett - Episode 103
In this seductive and utterly charming hour, Tony and Elvis discuss with warmth and affection many of the great songs and the colorful people responsible for them. Tony sings several classics and pulls a very special surprise guest from the audience for a spontaneous and irresistible duet. Includes Tony Bennett and Diana Krall singing I've Got The World On A String.

Lou Reed - Episode 104
The normally guarded Lou Reed speaks movingly and funnily about his love of R&B, New York, art and the mysteries of writing and creativity. Lou's close friend and collaborator the artist Julian Schnabel joins the fray mid-show, to both heartbreaking and hilarious effect. Includes Elvis Costello, Lou Reed, Steve Naïve and Kevin Hearn performing Perfect Day.

The Police - Episode 105
Elvis and The Police team up for an action-packed hour that includes individual interviews as well as a raucous group session. For the finale, Elvis and The Imposters join forces with The Police for an unprecedented mash-up of a Costello classic and a Police essential. Includes Elvis Costello and The Police performing Sunshine Of Your Love

Smokey Robinson - Episode 106
One of the true masters of American music opens up about his astonishing 50-year career as a singer, songwriter, producer and record executive. Smokey shares inside stories about Motown greats and to conclude the show, Smokey and Elvis collaborate on a duet performance of Smokey's classic You've Really Got a Hold on Me. Includes Smokey Robinson, Elvis Costello, Anthony "AB" Brown and The Imposters performing You've Really Got A Hold on Me

Rufus Wainwright - Episode 107
Few new artists have made the powerful impression Rufus Wainwright has since bursting onto the music scene in the late '90s. Rufus holds nothing back, demonstrating his musical chops at the piano and discussing freely his passion for music, his complicated family dynamics and his status as an icon of the gay community. Includes Elvis Costello, Rufus Weeknight and Kate McGarrigle performing Willie Moore

Jakob Dylan, Jenny Lewis, She & Him - Episode 108
Spectacle shines the spotlight on a talented and varied group of young singers and songwriters - Jenny Lewis (ex-Rilo Kiley); Jakob Dylan (ex-Wallflowers) and the acclaimed indie duo She & Him, comprised of singer-songwriter and actress Zooey Deschanel and guitarist/producer M. Ward. Coincidentally, they all come from show business families, some more famous than others. Elvis explores this theme, as well as their various talents and musical adventures, in revealing interview segments. A good deal of musical performance and collaboration transpires too! Includes Elvis Costello, Jakob Dylan and The Imposters performing Straight To Hell

Diana Krall (with guest host Sir Elton John) - Episode 109
Sharing their love of piano, jazz, sad songs and great singers, Diana and Elton engage in playful banter, explore some history and even team up for a duet on one of Elton's biggest hits. Elvis shows up at the end to join his wife and Elton for a funny and charming closing number. Includes Sir Elton and Diana Krall performing Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word

Herbie Hancock - Episode 110
Seated at a grand piano, Hancock conducts a musical master class in between the animated conversation, with impromptu demonstrations and illustrations at the keyboard. At the end, Elvis and Herbie join forces to tackle a song from River, the album of Joni Mitchell material for which Hancock won the 2008 Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Includes Herbie Hancock, Elvis Costello (with Christian McBride and Karriem Riggins performing Edith And The Kingpin.

Kris Kristofferson, Rosanne Cash, Norah Jones, John Mellencamp - Episode 111
Elvis gathers a stellar group for a guitar pull - and it includes a couple of people who were at the original pulls in the Cash home, namely American songwriting royalty Kris Kristofferson and Cash's daughter Rosanne. Rounding out the group are the golden-voiced Norah Jones (who brings along a "new" song co-written by none other than Hank Williams) and American rock superstar John Mellencamp, who strips his music (old and new) down to the bare essentials. Includes Elvis Costello, Kris Kristofferson, Rosanne Cash, John Mellencamp and Norah Jones performing Me and Bobby McGee.

James Taylor - Episode 112
The intimate conversation includes the very personal (Taylor's upbringing, family and occasional struggles with personal demons) and, naturally, the very musical (influences, collaborations and inspirations). Throughout it all, the pure, sweet James Taylor voice that has seduced music fans for four decades now remains a thing of beauty and comfort. Includes James Taylor and Elvis Costello performing Crying In The Rain

Renée Fleming - Episode 113
Renowned internationally for her dynamic operatic and recital performances and recordings, the revered American soprano proves to be disarmingly funny and candid about life as a diva, telling hilarious inside-opera stories and providing insight into the rigors, demands and sacrifices involved in taking the human voice to the unnatural (but exhilarating) levels required in opera. Ms. Fleming also generously demonstrates her range and versatility as a performer, singing arias, a jazz piece and even an old Appalachian folk standard. Includes Renee Fleming (with Bill Frisell) performing Answer Me



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