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In Elvis Presley, 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 twentieth century. Author of The Crucible of Race and William Faulkner and Southern History, Joel Williamson is a renowned historian known for his matchless ability to write compelling narratives. In this tour de force biography, he captures the drama of Presley's career and offers insights into the social upheavals following World War II. Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, Presley was a contradiction, flamboyant in pegged black pants with pink stripes, yet soft-spoken, respectfully courting a decent girl from church. Then he wandered into Sun Records, and everything changed. He first went onstage in 1954. "I was scared stiff," Elvis recalled. "Everyone was hollering and I didn't know what they were hollering at." Girls did the hollering--at his snarl and swagger. Williamson calls it "the revolution of the Elvis girls." They took command, insisting on his sexually charged performances. They lived in an intense moment, this generation raised by their mothers, when men had been at war. The first Supreme Court ruling in Brown vs. Board of Education occurred two weeks before Elvis's first gig, turning high schools into battlegrounds of race. Explosively, white girls went wild for a white man singing a black man's songs, "wiggling" erotically. The book illuminates the zenith of Presley's career, his period of deepest creativity, which captured a legion of fans and kept them fervently loyal throughout years of army, wine, and women. Williamson shows how Elvis himself changed--and didn't. The deferential boy with downcast eyes became the bloated, demented drug addict who, despite his success, never escaped his sense of social inferiority. He bought Graceland in part to escape the judgment of his wealthy, established neighbors. Appreciative and unsparing, musically attuned and socially revealing, Elvis Presley will deepen our understanding of the man and his times.
"Meant to be a field guide for further research, it pitches to the most erudite echelons of Elvis fandom without going over the heads of the masses. It is also easily the coolest, most reasonable book about the Kink yet." Booklist
Presents a biography of the rock and roll singer, guitarist, and actor who created a sensation with his unique blend of musical styles, powerful voice, good looks, and scandalous dancing.
Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages This Little Golden Book about Elvis Presley--legendary movie star and the King of Rock and Roll thanks to songs like "Blue Suede Shoes" and "Hound Dog"--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children and fans of any age. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: Dolly PartonTaylor SwiftThe BeatlesElton JohnWillie NelsonThe Bee Gees
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Elvis was born into poverty in North Mississippi, a place where opportunities were a rare thing to see. Still, he felt that someday, somehow, something amazing would happen. When he sang in a school talent show, he realised that singing was all he wanted to do with his life. He had just finished high school when he plucked up the courage and walked through the doors of Sun Studios, ready to record his first song. After this came hit after hit, and he popularised a new genre of music that mixed all kinds of different styles. That genre was Rock 'n' Roll, and it would take the world by storm! All the great artists that came after him still look up to little Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, the unique and irreplaceable artist who changed the course of music history. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the music legend’s life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Elvis was born into poverty in North Mississippi, a place where opportunities were a rare thing to see. Still, he felt that someday, somehow, something amazing would happen. When he sang in a school talent show, he realized that singing was all he wanted to do with his life. He had just finished high school when he plucked up the courage and walked through the doors of Sun Studios, ready to record his first song. After this came hit after hit, and he popularized a new genre of music that mixed all kinds of different styles. That genre was Rock 'n' Roll, and it would take the world by storm All the great artists that came after him still look up to little Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, the unique and irreplaceable artist who changed the course of music history. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the music legend's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS
The king of rock-and-roll's #1 hit song "Love Me Tender" is now an endearing picture bookAdapted from the unforgettable classic song, Elvis Presley'sLove MeTender is a heartwarming ode to the special bond between children and the adults who love and care for them--be they parents, grandparents, adoptive parents, aunts, uncles, or guardians. With its simple, timeless message, Elvis Presley's Love Me Tender is destined to join Guess How Much I Love You as a baby shower staple. And the sweet, inclusive illustrations make it a book every family will treasure "all through the years, 'till the end of time."
That voice, those eyes, that hair, the cars, the girls...Elvis Presley revolutionized American pop culture when, at the age of twenty-one, he became the world's first modern superstar. A Memphis Beau Brummel even before he found fame, Elvis had a personal style that, like his music, had such a direct impact on his audience that it continues to influence us to this day. "Elvis Presley" compellingly examines Elvis' life and style to reveal the generous, complex, spiritual man behind the fourteen-carat-gold sunglasses and answers the question, "Why does Elvis matter?" "Elvis Presley is the greatest cultural force in the twentieth century," proclaimed Leonard Bernstein. By any measure, Presley's life was remarkable. From his modest beginnings in a two-room house to his meteoric rise to international fame, everything about his life -- his outsized talent to his car collection -- clamored for attention. And he got it; even today, Elvis continues to fascinate. Written with the assistance of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Pamela Clarke Keogh's biography draws on extensive research and interviews with Presley friends and family, among them Priscilla Presley, Joe Esposito, Jerry Schilling, Larry Geller, Bernard Lansky, famed Hollywood photographer Bob Willoughby, and designer Bill Belew. Offered access to the Graceland archives, the author considered thousands of images, selecting more than one hundred color and black-and-white photographs for this book, many of them rarely seen before. Both a significant biography of the greatest entertainer of our time and a provocative celebration of what Presley means to America today, "Elvis Presley" introduces the man behind the myth, a very human superstar beloved by millions.
Elvis Presley: Caught in a Trap is one of the most comprehensive accounts of Elvis Presley and his career. With unique material and exclusive interviews with fellow musicians, promoters and friends, acclaimed author Spencer Leigh has written a compelling biography of one of the world's biggest musical stars. With remarkable stories on every page, the book not only charts his rise to success and the years of his fame, but also looks at his legacy today.
Elvis Presley
Front Row Home Entertaiment Limited
2015
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It starts in 1969 – 50 years ago – when Elvis was re-discovering himself as an artist, after years in the Hollywood wilderness. He had just performed the 68 comeback special – showing that he was still able to excite as a performer. However 1969 was crucial to prove that Elvis was not a golden oldies act, but in fact a contemporary artist and still a relevant chart force. The book looks at those essential 1969 Memphis recordings, it looks at Elvis’ majestic return to the live stage, and the huge concerts at Madison Square Garden and the Aloha Satellite Show from Hawaii. Although many of Elvis’ countless solid gold hits feature in the book, the author is also keen to explore the lesser-known album tracks – all of which he feels deserves their special place centre stage. The book aims to help the reader look at each song in a different light – maybe they will go and play the lesser heard songs and appreciate them in a whole different way after reading the story behind that particular track. If it further builds on the fans’ knowledge about Elvis and brings around a bigger appreciation of Presley’s music then the book will have achieved its purpose.
Elvis Presley
Hal Leonard Corporation
2009
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Instrumental Folio15 megahits from The King arranged for solo instrumentalists Includes a great full-accompaniment play-along CD so you can sound just like a pro. Songs include: All Shook Up * Blue Suede Shoes * Can't Help Falling in Love * Don't Be Cruel * Hound Dog * Jailhouse Rock * Love Me Tender * Return to Sender * (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear * and more.
Cuando un cantante logra tener despu s de muerto un museo de su obra en la ciudad donde se cri , al que acuden miles de turistas al a o, docenas de clubs de fans diseminados por todo el mundo, bares y restaurantes que llevan con orgullo su nombre y sus discos se siguen vendiendo por millones, es una clara se al de que se le puede considerar una leyenda. En el mundo de la canci n hay cantantes que han vendido millones de discos cuando estaban en vida, pero que apenas si ya son un recuerdo nost lgico en sus envejecidos admiradores y poco m s que una an cdota por las nuevas generaciones. Carlos Gardel en Argentina, Jorge Negrete en M jico o Maurice Chevalier en Francia, son algunos de los ejemplos m ticos cuya obra musical se sigue teniendo en cuenta en todo el mundo y que a n no han tenido un digno sucesor.Elvis Presley tuvo en vida numerosos imitadores y tambi n otros compa eros de profesi n que lograban ventas de discos millonarias, como es el caso de Paul Anka y Frank Sinatra, pero el tiempo ser testigo de la huella que dejar n cuando su muerte acontezca. Puede que tambi n logren permanecer a os en el recuerdo de los buenos aficionados, tener incluso un museo, o pasar al ba l de los recuerdos como unos extraordinarios cantantes que tuvieron gran fama en vida.Con Elvis Presley no hay inc gnitas que despejar, puesto que ya tiene un puesto en la historia de la m sica moderna. Sus canciones siguen siendo motivo de admiraci n en las nuevas generaciones y sus discos siguen ocupando el n mero uno en ventas sin que exista hasta el momento otro cantante que le pueda hacer sombra. Michael Jackson o Madonna, marcaron un estilo y son ya un mito viviente, pero nadie sabe qu quedar de ellos cuando desaparezcan.En 1956, muerto ya el dolo del cine James Dean y cuando se estaba preparando el estreno de "Gigante," la pel cula que le consagrar a de una manera definitiva, se escucha por primera vez el nombre de Elvis Presley y la prensa le dedica ya unas pocas l neas. Paralelamente, el p blico es informado del aumento de la delincuencia juvenil mediante bandas organizadas, al mismo tiempo que culpa en parte a James Dean y Marlon Brando de los cambios tan grandes que la juventud est teniendo. Pues justo en esos d as aparece un cantante de veinti n a os, cuya presencia en los escenarios genera grandes histerias. Int rprete de un estilo de m sica al que denominan Rock and Roll, se le considera al principio un estilo decadente, aunque ligado de alguna manera al jazz.Primero en la ciudad de Tupelo y despu s en Memphis, Elvis pasa su infancia en un ambiente musical dominado por el Godspel-song, las Baladas del sur, el Folk Country, el Blues y la m sica que se canta en la rivera del r o Mississipi, tanto por negros como por blancos.Esta es la historia del m s grande mito de la canci n moderna mundial.
Elvis Presley
Hal Leonard Corporation
2015
nidottu
(Ukulele Play-Along). The Ukulele Play-Along series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily, with incredible backing tracks to help you sound like a bona fide pro Just follow the written music, stream or download the online audio to hear how the ukulele should sound, and then play along with the separate backing tracks. The melody and lyrics are included in the book in case you want to sing, or to simply help you follow along. The audio is enhanced so Mac & PC users can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing the pitch This volume includes 8 Presley island favorites: Aloha Oe * Blue Hawaii * Can't Help Falling in Love * The Hawaiian Wedding Song (Ke Kali Nei Au) * Love Me * Moonlight Swim * My Way * Rock-A-Hula Baby.
This Illustrated Limited Edition hardback book provides an insight into the unique journey of one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century Elvis Presley Follow the authoritative text charting the career of the man they call the King of Rock and Roll . We follow Presley from his carefree beginnings at Sun records to global superstardom. In addition the book features rare interviews with the legendry Elvis guitarist Scotty Moore, Drummer DJ Fontana and Elvis loyal backing singers the Jordanaires.