About Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley is one of the most well known musicians of all time. He was born on the 8th of January in 1935 and died on the 16th of August in 1977. Even years after his death, he is still known as legendary musician whose uniqueness and musical talents remain unparalleled to date as well as a sex symbol. Born, Elvis Aaron Presley, the musician began his musical career in 1954 with Sun Records. The owner of the company was quite interested in propagating African-American music to larger audiences and saw the talent of being able to do so in Elvis Presley. At Sun Records, Presley was grouped with Bill Black (bassist) and Rock Moore (guitarist) and he originated rock 'n' roll fusing country music with rhythm and blues.

Later on, the singer signed up with RCA Victor and released the single, Heartbreak Hotel in 1956 that reached Number 1 at the charts. Since then, there was no looking back and the style of Elvis Presley had already become the 'trend' of the time. Elvis Presley continued to bring in the African-American music to his audiences, thus becoming the pioneer of rock 'n' roll music. He became highly popular for his performances alongside his music.

Until his death, Elvis Presley had released 20 albums with most of them having remained at Number 1 in charts world over. His number 1 singles are innumerable. Owing to this contribution to music, Elvis Presley has three Grammy Awards along with numerous other awards, prizes and titles.



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    For more information on the Palm Springs midcentury classic where Elvis and Priscilla spent their honeymoon, visit www.elvishoneymoon.com or call (760) 322-1192. MEMPHIS, Tenn. There's a glass case in a room on Graceland's first floor that ...

  • Elvis Presley tribute act calls it a day claiming no demand in Cumbria - News and Star

    Carlisle's Elvis tribute artist Stevie Las Vegas is packing up his jumpsuits and stepping back from his role as the rock and roll star. The showman, who usually performs at social clubs and hotels, says there is no market in Cumbria for a tribute Elvis act.

  • Movies have their place in the sun - News-Press

    Great premise for an Elvis movie, right The New York Times begged to differ. From its review of the film: "Elvis Presley, who was seen in 'Blue Hawaii,' now appears on the Florida coast as a combination Sir Galahad and Li'l Abner

  • Exhibit explores Elvis and Lisa Marie's bond - CP24& Canada

    In this Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012, photo, Lisa Marie Presley stands next to her childhood crib displayed with other mementos in the exhibit 'Elvis Through His Daughter's Eyes' at Graceland in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey) MEMPHIS, Tenn.

  • Kung Fu Plaza Restaurant Serves Up Elvis Presley Wines - AsianWeek.com

    LAS VEGAS, NV Kung Fu Plaza, which is the oldest and most authentic Thai restaurant in Las Vegas, is adding a selection of wines from Elvis Presley Wine Cellars. The winery is located in the San Joaquin valley of California. Last year, Kung ...

  • Dwight Icenhower brings Elvis back to Nelsonville - Jackson County Times-Journal

    He continues to awe audiences of all ages and his fans enjoy him both on and off stage. Nationally recognized Elvis Presley tribute artist Dwight Icenhower will perform at Stuart's Opera House in Nelsonville, Ohio on Saturday, Febr. 18 at 8 p.m ...


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