Memphis Redbirds

plans to become a truck driver, like his father, and had even begun to wear his long hair pompadour, the style most truck drivers wore their hair at that time. That summer he recorded “My Happiness” and “That’s Where Your Heartaches Begin” at the Memphis Recording Service, a studio in which anyone who paid the money could record in.(rolling stone) He cut his first demo record at what later became known as Sun Studio that year, and before long, Sam Phillips, the record label owner, decided to take

received his first guitar at age eleven and grew up to become one of the most biggest names in rock and roll. Elvis later graduated highschool in Memphis,Tennessee in 1953. By 1954, he released his first single “that's all right” and continued his singing career with the legendary sun records label in memphis

fame in the 1950’s. He started his singing career in Memphis, Tennessee in 1954 at the legendary Sun Records, where other famous artists started off like Johnny Cash. In 1955, his contract was sold to RCA Records and the next year his career began to knock it out of the park. In 1958, Elvis joined the military and he ended up getting discharged in 1960 then he went back to singing. Elvis met his demise on August 16th, 1977 at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee. His most popular hits of all time were Hound

Elvis Presley has reached a type of immortality. His music and persona will live on for what appears to be forever. Over 600,000 people make a sort of pilgrimage to his home in Memphis which is open to visitors. Some make the journey for fun, while others attempt to find a closer connection to the musician. Elvis’s spirit still remains within the estate. As a tour bus brings visitors into the gated estate it becomes a personal experience. Each guest is given a headset to wear and learn about the

Michael Jackson Have you ever had to overcome obstacles? I know I have. Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29,1958 in Gary, Indiana. He lived in a small house with eight other siblings(Pratt,16). Growing up Michael’s family learned music through watching and hearing their father, but many things with their father took a big turn. As life continued, Joe Jackson took interest in his boys musical talent and started a band called, “The Jackson 5.” They began doing small gigs to opening acts for

was brought up with loving, working-class parents, Vernon and Gladys. His family had moved around frequently. Elvis was raised to have a strong faith in God and grew up attending church and listening to gospel music. He and his parents had moved to Memphis, Tennessee in 1948. He had later graduated highschool there in 1953. Life During Fame Elvis’ career hadn't kicked off until after he had graduated high school. He was searching for opportunities to sing professionally until he had found a record

Elvis Presley was one of the most influential Rock n’ roll artists. Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8th, 1935. Elvis’ name was originally spelled Aron but later he changed it to the biblical form of Aaron. Elvis was supposed to be a twin but his brother was stillborn. Elvis grew up with a strong faith in God and gospel music was a big influence on his life. He got his first guitar for his 11th birthday. Elvis got his first taste of musical musical success when he won a talent show in high

Known for his singing and dance moves, Michael Jackson was the world’s greatest entertainer. Titled the “King of Pop” singer and songwriter, Michael Jackson was born in Gary, Indiana. As a child, he began his career by being the lead singer of the Jackson family’s band, the Jackson 5. He later became a solo artist, made many hits, and won many awards. Even though Michael Jackson had already been inducted into the hall of fame twice, I would induct him again because of the way he entertained people

Lisa Marie Presley is their only child. He was deeply influenced by Gospel music, where he attended church with his parents. Gifted with a guitar from his mum, for his 11th birthday, Elvis later prized winner at a talent show in Humes High School in Memphis. He was getting increasingly

Elvis Presley has made a name for himself playing live, touring, and starring in movies, as Son House was founded by two blues enthusiast who played just for the blues. Presley could be marked down as one of the best musicians in our time, whereas Son House is not as recognized nearly as much. Son House came a little before Presley when blacks weren’t really publicized, and when Elvis came around he was all over the place. Son House has true bluesy type music, where Elvis has plenty of different