Elvis Presley was a force of nature..an original, creative talent who never had a voice lesson or a guitar or piano lesson or an acting lesson in his entire life. He was simply a natural, a wondrously, uniquely talented entertainer who conducted a mutual love affair with his audience and turned us into the most […] More
Ah, the living room in Graceland! It was the heart of Elvis Presley‘s iconic mansion, exuding the grandeur and distinct style that reflected his taste and flamboyance. The Graceland living room was a spectacle in itself, a blend of opulence and eclectic decor that mirrored Elvis’s larger-than-life personality. Upon entering, your eyes were immediately drawn […] More
“My first impression of actually meeting him for the first time was that he was absolutely gorgeous, soft spoken and absolutely charming and the fact that he felt the need to introduce himself blew me away! Over the years I’d formed this picture of Elvis in my head that he was absolutely perfect. He loved […] More
Joyce Bova crossed paths with Elvis Presley in a rather serendipitous encounter during her vacation in Las Vegas back in 1969. Despite residing near Washington DC and having her career rooted in the House Armed Services Committee, Joyce found herself drawn into a unique connection with the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Their rendezvous extended […] More
Elvis and his stretching pose, often during Suspicious Minds and Polk Salad Annie. Like the flying karate kicks and windmill arm movements, it was one of those concert trademarks that declined after mid-1976 as his fitness worsened. Ah, the iconic Elvis pose! That stretching stance of his became a signature move, didn’t it? You’d often […] More
Elvis Presley, often referred to as “The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” captivated audiences not only with his incredible musical talent but also with his striking good looks. Handsome and charismatic, Elvis had a timeless appeal that made him an icon of his era and continues to resonate with audiences today. With his chiseled features, […] More
On September 12, 1957, a black Cadillac pulled up at the Little Shamrock Cafe in Cleveland, carrying none other than Elvis and his band. Fresh from a concert in Houston, they were making their way north. Aline Landrum happened to be working that morning and had the remarkable privilege of serving Elvis his breakfast. Recollecting […] More
Marion Keisker (September 23, 1917 – December 29, 1989). Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, she wore multiple hats throughout her life—a radio show host, station manager, U.S. Air Force officer, and assistant to Sam Phillips at Sun Records. Marion’s connection with Sam Phillips ran deep; they were together when he stumbled upon the vacant building at […] More
Elvis with his BMW 507 that was missing for years. It was found in a pumpkin warehouse near San Francisco. It is now restored and on display at the BMW factory in Greer South Carolina. For decades, the car was untraceable, and the original VIN number was not even known – and now I have […] More
While Elvis was in Denver, he spoke for a time with the off-duty police officers who were charged with protecting him. He showed them his collection of police badges and was disappointed when they could only find one honorary badge. He even plans to come back to Denver to collect a real badge. He also […] More
Aunt Delta was Elvis Presley’s great-aunt. Her full name was Delta Mae Biggs, and she played a significant role in Elvis’s life. She was the sister of Elvis’s paternal grandmother, Minnie Mae Presley. Aunt Delta was known to have a strong bond with Elvis during his childhood and early years. She was often present at […] More
The Jungle Room at Graceland stands as an iconic space steeped in legend. Its exotic Polynesian décor, complete with a fountain and distinctive green shag carpeting adorning both floor and ceiling, creates an unforgettable ambiance. In February 1976, RCA set up a recording studio within the Jungle Room, hauling in studio equipment for Elvis Presley’s […] More