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It was that voice, those eyes, that hair, the cars, the girls. Elvis Presley revolutionized American pop culture when, at age 21, he became a modern superstar. A Memphis Beau Brummel even before he found fame, Elvis had a personal style that, like his music, had an immediate impact on his audience that continues to influence us today.

Elvis Presley and Graceland were fixtures in Ginger Alden’s life; after all, she was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. But she had no idea that she would play a part in that enduring legacy—as Elvis Presley’s fiancée and his last great love. For more than three decades Ginger has...

The True Story of The Coward Brothers follows two musical brothers – one English, one American, both the illegitimate sons of dubious parentage who may, as they claim to be, "one and half-brothers" – perhaps a reference to the disparity in their height and relative talents.

Carol Connors has lived her dream and she shares her remarkable success story in her wild ride memoir Elvis, Rocky & Me. As an entertainer Carol has done it all with her singer/songwriter talents recognized with two Oscar, five Emmy, one Grammy and two Golden Globe nominations, along with a wall in her home proudly decorated with the gold and platinum records she’s received.

In Elvis Presley: A Southern Life, one of the most admired Southern historians of our time takes on one of the greatest cultural icons of all time. The result is a masterpiece: a vivid, gripping biography, set against the rich backdrop of Southern society - indeed, American society - in the second half of the 20th century.

Like a killer returning to the scene of the crime, Elvis came back home to Memphis, where it had all begun. Eschewing the fancier studios of Nashville and Hollywood, he set up shop at the ramshackle American Sound Studio, run by a maverick named Chips Moman with an in-house backing band now known as "The Memphis Boys,"" and made the music of his life. The resulting work, From Elvis in Memphis, would be the finest studio album of his career, an explosion of mature confidence and fiery inspiration.

Enjoy a collection of interviews featuring Elvis Presley from 1955 to 1977. A fantastic insight into the life of the King of Rock and Roll.

In this thought-provoking book, the Black musicians who influenced Elvis Presley's music finally receive recognition and praise. After Baz Luhrmann’s movie, Elvis, hit theaters, audiences and critics alike couldn't help but question the Black origins of Elvis Presley’s music and style...

Rock and Roll is history.

Frank and funny, these stories written originally for the Bengali children's magazine Sandesh, are an essential read for all Ray enthusiasts as well as those who want to know Ray, the writer and film-maker, better. In this volume, Ray also shares some of his experiences while shooting Pather...

A daily burst of Elvis magic! "Today in Elvis History" brings you fast, fun, and fascinating moments from the King's life—one date at a time. Whether you're an Elvis superfan or just curious, you'll get your daily dose of rock 'n' roll royalty in under 3 minutes.

In 1976, under the guidance of legendary label Stiff Records, he transformed himself into the snarling, spectacled artist who defied the musical status quo to blaze the trail for a new kind of rock star with his debut album, My Aim Is True. In Elvis Is King, Richard Crouse examines how the man, the myth, and the music of this arrestingly original album smashed the trends of the era to bridge the gap between punk and rock ’n’ roll.

It's all about Elvis, 100% Elvis, (apart from our regular feature, "It's Not My Song"). 2 hours of your choices, your requests and dedications and anything to do with Elvis.

Internet friends and Elvis fans alike! Come together to chill out and hear Maggie and Mary talk all things Elvis - Right Now!

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On August 29, 1956, in Hollywood, California, Elvis Presley shared a fantastic insight into his personal life and career.

Elvis Duran’s After Party is your backstage pass to all the wild, hilarious, and uncensored moments the crew can’t air on the radio! Tune in for crazy stories, unexpected laughs, and the kind of behind-the-scenes gossip that’s way too fun to miss.

From our First Caller of the Day to Danielle’s last Entertainment Report, listen to the entirety of each day's Elvis Duran and the Morning Show from start to finish without having to set your alarm!

Early Life: Elvis Costello, whose birth name is Declan Patrick MacManus, was born on August 25, 1954, in London, England. He grew up in a family deeply involved in music; his father, Ross MacManus, was a jazz musician, and his mother, Lilian Alda, was a singer. This early exposure to music played a significant role in shaping Elvis Costello's future as a prominent singer-songwriter. Musical Beginnings: Costello began his musical journey as a teenager, playing in various bands and experimenting with different musical styles. He adopted the stage name "Elvis Costello" as a combination of Elvis ...

This audio biography chronicles the monumental cultural impact of musical icon Elvis Presley. It follows his rise from small-town obscurity to legendary stardom, as his energetic performing style and soulful rock tunes revolutionized music and challenged social norms in the 1950s. Though controversial, Elvis ushered in the era of rock-and-roll and left an indelible mark on pop culture before his untimely death at 42. This episode shares the story of the maverick “King of Rock and Roll".