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    Elvis Presley, a recording artist, a movie star and the King. There is no question that Elvis Presley is one of the most famous and well known performing artists in American music history, but why? There are several reasons one could give to support the fact that Presley was a great American. Presley became the biggest musical act of his day and achieved stardom that no American performer before him had as well as massive success. On top of this, he’s touched, inspired and influenced many including

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    in the 1930’s and coming to fame in the 1950’s, Elvis Presley left a mark in the music industry. Elvis was an inspirational musician and revolutionized genres of music. He was someone that brought something new to the table since he was growing up, during his rise to fame, and even after he left and his legacy kept going. Growing up from a poor, but humble beginnings are where it all started for the biggest names in rock and roll. Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi

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    The King of Rock ’n’ Roll vs The Beatles Elvis or the Beatles ¨Without Elvis there would be no Beatles.” - John Lennon. Elvis Presley is a world-renowned artist but, so are the Beatles. Who was better? If one figures data and research who wins vocally and as a musician, one will soon realize that Elvis Presley is better than the Beatles statistically, vocally, and instrumentally. Singles and Statistics According to data, Elvis Presley is much better, in general, than the Beatles. According to

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    Elvis Presley, Born on January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi, came from humble beginnings, raised by Gladys and Vernon Presley and grew up to become one of the biggest names in rock 'n' roll (Elvis was nicknamed the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll). By the mid-1950s, he appeared on the radio, and television. On August 16, 1977 the 42 year old Elvis Presley passed away of heart failure (due to his drug use). Since his death, Presley has remained one of the world's most popular music icons. Elvis Aron Presley

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    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

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    Elvis Aaron Presley, is an American rock singer and actor in the 1950’s. His parents are Gladys Presley and Vernon Presley. In January 8, 1935, Gladys Presley gave birth to Elvis and his twin brother, Jesse Garon who was born dead. He was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, United States. He is considered a significant musical icon of the 20th century. He is known as ‘the King of Rock and Roll’ or simply ‘the King’. He had a child with his ex-wife, actress Priscilla Presley. Lisa Marie Presley is their

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    February 10, 2017 The King of Rock Elvis Aaron Presley was and will forever be known as the “King of Rock and Roll.” Elvis Presley began his career by singing gospel music for his church and other events in Tupelo, Mississippi, during his childhood. His family was poor, so in 1948, Elvis Presley’s dad, Aron Presley and mom, Gladys Presley moved to Memphis, Tennessee. He finished high school there and then found his first job; it was as a truck driver. Even though Elvis Presley’s early singing was influenced

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    Elvis Presley “Truth is like the sun. You can shut it out for a time, but it ain’t goin’ to go away”. This was one of Elvis Presley’s quotes. In my essay I will state the three reasons why Elvis Presley was an honorary person. One reason why Elvis Presley is an honorary person is he became an American singer, dancer, and actor. He was regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century. Most people referred to him as “ The King of Rock and Roll” or usually “the King”. In

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    The Life of Elvis Presley Rock and Roll was formed in the early 1940’s. It played a major role in our communities, and influenced a lot of the sounds you still hear today. If you have grandparents, or even parents that were music fans around the 1960’s-1970s, I can guarantee you they probably have heard the name Elvis Presley a time or two, and can probably even recall a few or more of his songs. Elvis was more than just a singer, and actor; he was a leader for the direction of rock and roll music

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    Elvis Presley also known as the King of Rock n’ Roll or even just “The King”. Elvis Presley was one of the bests singers, musicians, and actors of his time. Some say he is the most significant cultural icons of the twentieth century. How many grammys did Elvis win? How many number one hits did Elvis have in his singing career. How many songs did he write. Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi. He was a twin but his brother Jesse/Jessie Garon was stillborn

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