“‘Don’t Ask Me Why’: A 1958 Classic Showcasing the Essence of Elvis Presley”
Introduction: Don’t Ask Me Why, a track that captures the very essence of 1958 Elvis Presley. Now, for those unfamiliar with the landscape of American music in that era, let me paint a little picture. Rock and Roll was still…
“‘Let Yourself Go’: A Standout Performance from Elvis Presley’s Legendary ’68 Comeback Special”
In 1968, the cultural landscape of music was undergoing a seismic shift. Rock and roll, the genre that Elvis Presley had helped to ignite a decade earlier, was facing a new generation of artists and sounds. While still a massive star, Presley’s…
“‘I’ll Take Love’: A Beloved Gem Cherished by Elvis Fans Despite Its Modest Chart Success”
Released in 1971, this track might not be one of the King’s chart-topping anthems, but it offers a captivating glimpse into a specific era of his career. Nestled within the soundtrack of the film Easy Come, Easy Go, I’ll Take Love showcases Elvis…
“Elvis Presley’s Gospel Masterpiece: ‘If We Never Meet Again’ from the 1960 Album His Hand in Mine”
Elvis Presley, the man who ignited a musical revolution with his electrifying brand of rock and roll, wasn’t afraid to explore different genres throughout his illustrious career. While his signature sound dominated the 1950s and early 1960s, Presley also possessed…
“Elvis Presley’s 1970 Rendition of ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’: A Must-Listen for Oldies Fans”
The song Bridge Over Troubled Water was not originally performed by Elvis Presley. It was written by Paul Simon and recorded by the duo Simon & Garfunkel in 1969. The song became a massive hit and remains one of their most popular…
“‘Flaming Star’: Elvis Presley’s Patriotic Tribute to the Pearl Harbor Memorial”
About The Song “Flaming Star” is a song recorded by Elvis Presley for the soundtrack of the 1960 film of the same name. The film was a Western directed by Don Siegel, in which Elvis Presley played the role of…
“Elvis Makes TV History with ‘I Can’t Stop Loving You’ Live from Aloha from Hawaii – Broadcast via Satellite”
About The Song Don Gibson wrote I Can’t Stop Loving You in 1957 in a mobile home in Knoxville, Tennessee. His recording (RCA 47-7133) hit number one on the country chart in 1958 sold over a million copies (as did the flip…
“Elvis’s ‘Lawdy Miss Clawdy’: A Best-Selling R&B Hit of 1952”
About The Song – Price’s song has also been identified as “one of the first rhythm and blues records to attract the attention of white Southern teenagers, among them Elvis Presley, who cut his own version four years later” and…
“‘Mystery Train’: The 1955 Hit That Launched Elvis Presley to Stardom”
About The Song In September 1953, Herman “Junior” Parker entered Sun Studios in Memphis to record the follow-up to “Feelin’ Good”, which had been a top five R&B chart hit for him earlier that year. Parker, 21, was a gifted singer,…
“‘Young and Beautiful’: A Timeless Gem from Elvis Presley’s 1950s Hits”
“Young and Beautiful” is a timeless ballad by Elvis Presley, released in 1957 as part of the soundtrack for the film “Jailhouse Rock”. It’s a tender and romantic song that captures the innocence and sweetness of young love, showcasing Presley’s…