Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. is preparing for what promises to be one of the biggest years in the Elvis world as plans take shape for a year-long celebration of the life and legacy of the Rock ‘n Roll icon on the 35th anniversary of the late singer’s passing.
The 35th Anniversary…
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Plasterer Darren is ready to sample life as the ‘King’
PLASTERER Darren Leonard could soon see his name in lights on the world-famous Las Vegas strip as he prepares to establish himself as an Elvis impersonator.
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Restorations might pump life into Ybor’s west end
Restoration of two vintage buildings has raised hope that the west end of Ybor City’s renowned Seventh Avenue can become as vibrant as elsewhere on the street.
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Nothing minimal about this composer’s eventful life
As he prepares to perform two Irish concerts in June, influential composer Philip Glass talks toJIM CARROLLabout his long and varied career, which has taken him from working in a record store to driving a cab to sunbathing with Leonard Cohen
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From Publishers Weekly
In this slim illustrated volume, icon biographer Keogh (Audrey Style; Jackie Style) presents an homage to Elvis from a unique perspective, explaining how his inimitable style-not just the way he dressed, but also the way he spoke and behaved-influenced the music and the sensibilities of Americans unlike anyone before or after him. He was “the original Slim Shady,” Keogh writes; “his appearance on Ed Sullivan ripped the 1950s in half.” “Before Elvis, there was nothing,” John Lennon said. Keough breaks down the Pelviss life into chronological chapters, from Elviss early days in Memphis through his last days at Graceland. Keough highlights major milestones as well as small, personal anecdotes, and inc (more…)
