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Word: lessers (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1980-1989
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...unenviable task of critiquing a talent-laden but inconsistent show falls to me, a lowly typewriter hack. Some parts of the monarch's performance were very good, especially when he steered clear of his past hits and focused on his recent or lesser-heard material. Watching Costello churn out perfunctory versions of "Alison" and "Every Day I Write the Book," however, gave me the distinct impression that, for all his barbed wit and rebel posturing, Costello is not above pandering to a hit-hungry crowd...

Author: By Jeff Chase, | Title: A Night of Brilliance and Mistakes | 5/4/1987 | See Source »

...FIRST part of Costello's show was anything but innocent and simple. This section was a true fan's delight, focusing on bitter songs from King Of America and lesser known chestnuts from such overlooked albums as Taking Liberties and Get Happy. More animated than at previous concerts on his college tour, Costello virtually spat out the words to "Brilliant Mistake" and "Suit of Lights," two songs from America which deal with the ups and downs of his career. These songs gave the audience a glimpse behind his pop chameleon posturing. The pain on his face was genuine when...

Author: By Jeff Chase, | Title: A Night of Brilliance and Mistakes | 5/4/1987 | See Source »

...hours later Gedman became a free agent ineligible to re-sign with his former club until May 1. A six-year veteran, the left-handed slugger talked to several other clubs and turned down lesser offers from Houston and Oakland...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Gedman, BoSox to Talk | 5/1/1987 | See Source »

Children of a Lesser...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: WHAT IS TO BE DONE? | 4/30/1987 | See Source »

Children of a Lesser...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Ongoing Exhibits | 4/23/1987 | See Source »

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