Why is he called The King of Rock and Roll Music?
Find out why is he one of the greatest entertainers of our time...
Before Elvis, primarily black musicians were trying to form a new form of music on stage, but without much success. In 1950s, a good- looking man called Elvis Presley brought sense of showmanship, he brought sex and dance on stage. And while the teenagers were absolutely amazed, parents were shocked. In 1956 he recorded his real big hits such as "Heartbreak Hotel", "That's all right little mama" and "Hound dog".
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Elvis preforming "Hound Dog" |
In his 20 years long career, he published 97 records, he spent more than 996 weeks on top music charts, he had over 110 top, 40 hit singles, including 18 number one songs.. During his lifetime he sold more than 600 million records, and to date more than one billion.So why is Elvis Presley The King of Rock and Roll music? Because, he practically invented Rock& Roll, because he had such a strong bond with his public that no other entertainer could have, he achieved The American dream. From humble beginnings to the most amazing career in history of music. No one has ever come closer to this amazing record of success and critical acclaim than Elvis Presley.
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