Down River - Elvis Costello and Elton John

Elvis Costello and Elton John sing "Down River" by David Ackles on Elvis's show "Spectacle"--December 3, 2008

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[jeffreyestal]

No argument from me about Elton...there''s no bigger fan than me, I have everything(bootlegs,imports,45­rpm's,etc.) that's out there, but my point was that this is Elvis' show(although co-produced with Sir Elton) and he always sings with his guests. I understand people wanting to hear Elton alone...I think his voice is richer than ever,btw. I'm just a huge fan of both EJ and EC and was thrilled to see them both together, from a selfish point of view...and you can tell they both enjoyed it.

[jeffreyestal]

Absloutely stunning...thank you for posting this.

[Frederico Louzada]

Any hd version ????

[58biggles]

I love two great artists who respect each other sing together like this.

[58biggles]

I agree, I have loved Elton since the beginning and never get enough of his music. I think his voice sounds great here and I love to hear two great muso's taalk about music as fans.

[58biggles]

I had never heard this song until this. I had heard of David Ackles but never listened to his music. This is just brilliant. I

[gildenstorf]

Play that about once a month....it will never be available for sale and this is my only source. Very moving and a great performance by both men. Bravo!!

[thepurplecockney]

sung with love and affection. Well done Elton and Elvis



[Liam Atcheson]

Love this song. Love this version . Pure Class.

[valeriacable]

Yes, there's a bigger Elton fan than you: me!

[echopractic]

Yes. "Up river" is a slang phrase for being sent to prison. Rosie has a new lover now and he wishes her well.

[Peter Gerstenzang]

You're right...about everything. Don't forget American Gothic, too.