Elvis Costello continues to engage with contemporary cultural debates, recently addressing the removal of the N-word from 'Oliver's Army' with blunt commentary, while also being featured in a new video with Ian Prowse and performing live in Paris. His ongoing relevance is highlighted by a retrospective on his 1979 classic, renewed interest in his vinyl discography, and a recent concert cancellation at Rock Werchter due to illness. Meanwhile, he has publicly defended Olivia Rodrigo against industry criticism and expressed mixed views on Oasis.