This album represents a significant stylistic shift for Elvis Costello, moving away from his punk and new wave roots toward a highly sophisticated, baroque pop sound. Produced by Geoff Emerick—famous for his engineering work with The Beatles—the record is often compared to Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band for its complex arrangements and studio experimentation. The cryptic title on the cover, "IbMePdErRoIoAmL," is a decoded acronym for the album title Imperial Bedroom.

Additional Features: The record was recorded at AIR Recording Studios in London. It features the classic Attractions lineup: Steve Nieve on keyboards, Bruce Thomas on bass, and Pete Thomas on drums. The tracklist includes acclaimed songs such as "Beyond Belief," "Man Out of Time," and "Almost Blue".

• Vinyl: The white center label is clean with crisp typography and features a colorful illustration matching the cover art. The vinyl surface appears to have a strong original gloss with no major visible deep scratches.

• Sleeve: The cover shows minor signs of shelf wear and handling, with a small white "3/45" inventory or price sticker visible in the top right corner.

  
  

Format: 12" Vinyl LP

Publication: F-Beat Records

Issue Date: July 1982

Cover Features: The striking, Picasso-esque abstract painting on the cover is titled "Snakecharmer & Other Fantasies" and was created by artist Barney Bubbles. It features vibrant colors and surreal figures, with the encoded title at the bottom.

Country: United Kingdom