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All Shook Up: The Life & Death Of Elvis Presley
Born on January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis Aaron Presley was destined to rewrite the history of music almost from the moment he picked up a guitar. He played music that was rooted in blues, gospel, country and rockabilly, and he redefined a generation by breaking down the boundaries that separate white from black.Everyone listened to Elvis. Everyone danced to Elvis. Everyone had an opinion about Elvis. And the fame was nice, but it came so fast. The money. The cars. The screaming fans. Somewhere...
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Last Train to Memphis was hailed on publication as the definitive biography of Elvis Presley. Peter Guralnick's acclaimed book is the first to set aside the myths and focus on Elvis' humanity, as it traces Elvis' early years, from humble beginnings to unprecedented success. At the heart of the story is Elvis himself, a poor boy of great ambition and fiery musical passions, who connected with his audience and the age in a way that has yet to be duplicated.
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Ancestors Of Elvis Aaron Presley 50 Generations
Ancestors Of Elvis Aaron Presley 50 Generations has been Revised and Edited. Containing over 1700 detailed sources. This treasure is unique. You will not find another Elvis genealogy that contains such detailed information, verifying Elvis real family. Elvis has very interesting heritage, with many royal lines as well as sharecroppers, and many more. Amazing Ancestry. You may find yourself being related. The author is Elvis' 8th cousin One removed. It only takes one ancestor and you could be related...
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Average 0439095042 Former library item may have library binding and show stamps, stickers or other marks. Items not meeting quality expectations may be returned. Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. $2.27 add to cart
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Down at the End of Lonely Street : The Life and Death of Elvis Presley
This intimate portrait of Elvis Presley, America's favorite music idol, chronicles his remarkable life from a dirt-poor schoolboy in Memphis through his rise as a Rock ?n' Roll superstar to his final days in Las Vegas. Drawing on exclusive interviews with Elvis's closest friends and new documentary evidence, this biography reveals secrets about his relationships with his addictive mother Gladys, his ruthless manager Colonel Tom Parker, his musical rivals The Beatles, and the truth behind his marriage...
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Fortunate Son: The Life of Elvis Presley
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Elvis Black and White Guitar Vinyl Sticker Artwork by Joe Petruccio on a vinyl sticker features Elvis Presley in black and white playing guitar.
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"White Trash" was what they called the boy, just because he wore hand-me-down overalls and lived on the wrong side of the tracks over near Shake Rag. Oh, how things changed when his mama scrimped and saved to buy him a second-hand guitar. It was his best friend. But he caught the real fever from the "good news" gospel music and the sweet rich jazz that poured out of the juke joints in that town. One day he would show all of the doubters. With his music, one day, he would wake up the world! Amy Littlesugar and...
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This 4-CD box set contains a 48-page book and consists mostly of previously-unreleased alternate takes of Presley's hits. Personnel...
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The "Trailblazers of the Modern World" series brings readers another in-depth look at the challenges and life of someone who has made a great contribution to the world; in this case the world of music. With his first hit in 1956, "Heartbreak Hotel," Elvis had over 107 Top Forty Hits by the time he died in 1977 at the age of 42. Appealing to a variety of audiences, Elvis had hits on the pop charts, the country charts, and the rhythm and blues charts. Elvis had a twin brother who died at birth so he...
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This 4-CD box set contains a 48-page book and consists mostly of previously-unreleased alternate takes of Presley's hits.Personnel includes: Elvis Presley, Scotty Moore, Bill Black, D.J. Fontana, Chet Atkins, Floyd Kramer, Shorty Long, Marvin Hughes, Hilmer "Tiny" Timbrell, Dudley Brooks, Bob Moore, Hank Garland, Buddy Harman, Boots Randolph, Ray Siegel, Al Casey, Hal Blaine, Jerry Reed, Charlie Hodge, Tommy Tedesco, Reggie Young, Bobby Emmons, Mike Leech, James Burton, John Wilkinson, Jerry Carrigan...
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Elvis Presley: The Man, the Life, the Legend
Anna Fields has found her true home behind the microphone after beginning her career on the stage in Washington, D.C. She has garnered several AudioFile Earphones Awards and won the coveted Audie Award in 2004.
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"White Trash" was what they called the boy, just because he wore hand-me-down overalls and lived on the wrong side of the tracks over near Shake Rag. Oh, how things changed when his mama scrimped and saved to buy him a second-hand guitar. It was his best friend. But he caught the real fever from the "good news" gospel music and the sweet rich jazz that poured out of the juke joints in that town. One day he would show all of the doubters. With his music, one day, he would wake up the world!Amy Littlesugar...
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Elvis Presley: Memories of the King
Description The documentary Elvis Presley: Memories of the King provides an intimate and revealing portrait of Presley, via a series of candid interviews with those who knew him best. Participants include musicians Ronnie Tutt, The Jordanaires and Scotty Moore, bodyguard Sam Thompson and many others. Subtopics include the authorship of Presley's hit singles, Presley's recording sessions and his experiences on tour. Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide
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Author: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 1599052210 Pages: 25 Subject: Biography & Autobiography - General Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing, Inc. Info from Publisher:
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Advanced Graphics Elvis Presley in Black Leather Life-Size Cardboard Stand-Up - 737
Advanced Graphics was established in 1984 and specializes in corrugated displays of various designs. From movie stars to political figures, Advanced Graphics offers hundreds of life-sized cardboard stand-ups and stickers . Perfect for parties, bedrooms, dormrooms or playrooms, the company's products suit a variety of interests. More on Advanced Graphics...
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This anthology, Vol I & II will delight all Elvis Presley Fans. It is a musical perspective of one of the most legendary performers of all time. Piano/Vocal arrangements of over 200 songs, a biography and 24 photographs spanning his life and career.
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Discusses the life of one of the most famous popular singers of the twentieth century, from his early years in Mississippi to his controversial death at age forty-two.
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The Unforgettable Legend of Elvis Presley
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Careless Love: The Unmaking of Elvis Presley
Here at last is the full, true, and mesmerizing story of Elvis Presley's last two decades, in the long-awaited second volume of Peter Guralnick's masterful two-part biography.Last Train to Memphis, the first part of Guralnick's two-volume life of Elvis Presley, was acclaimed by the New York Times as "a triumph of biographical art." This concluding volume recounts the second half of Elvis' life in rich and previously unimagined detail, and confirms Guralnick's status as one of the great biographers...
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1 Hour 41 Minutes, Color and B & W, Full Screen This special tribute to the King looks back over his life, his times and his career, including his movies, TV performances, army days, wedding, concerts, comedy sketches, interviews and behind the scenes footage. Follow the incredible journey of Elvis Aaron Presley from Tupelo to stardom, with early color footage of the young Elvis, plus his groundbreaking rendition of Heartbreak Hotel on the Dorsey Brothers Stage Show. Its all here his appearances...
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Elvis by the Presleys is a uniquely fascinating treasure and serves as the essential companion to a major television special on CBS and, from Sony BMG, a longer-form documentary DVD and its related CD. Culled from hours of new family interviews conducted for the television special and DVD (much of it appearing exclusively in this book), enhanced with Elvis quotes, and illustrated with private family photographs and images of personal memorabilia from the archives of Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises...
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Elvis Presley Biography Plaque
Collector plaque eloquently tells the story of America's most cherished rock-and-roller! Proudly features the biography of this history-making heartthrob, accompanied by a colorful classic photo. A fitting testament to the everlasting appeal of this beloved hero! Plastic frame; glass cover. 10" x 1/2" x 8" high.
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