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Thought you might enjoy a little Elvis trivia: he grew up in extreme poverty in mixed neighborhoods during a time of segregation and was influenced by all different genres of music. As soon as he became famous, his generosity with family, friends, strangers, and charities was off the charts. He was a catalyst in not only changing music and bringing what was considered black music into the mainstream but in changing culture worldwide in many ways. He didn't have any formal music training but, in addition to singing, he arranged songs, produced recordings, played several instruments, and personally auditioned and hired musicians. He directed the band with his body movements. One of his band members said "as far as I know, we're the only band that's directed by an ass". His drummer said "backing Elvis was like playing for a stripper". They had to be on their toes at all times because Elvis was very spontaneous on stage. Nothing was choreographed. He took audience requests and sometimes would decide on the spur of the moment to perform a song he liked that he had never rehearsed with the band. Fun fact: Elvis is the only person that's been inducted into six major Music Halls of Fame: Rock 'N Roll, Rhythm & Blues, Country, Gospel, Pop, and Rockabilly. Enjoy the journey, and always expect the unexpected.
Spot on about his band, Rory. They were a fucking machine. That bassist, Jerry Scheff is one of the best bass players ever! And how cool is Elvis, man. The moves and the swagger and always the supreme voice.
I remember when Elvis first appeared on the Ed Sullivan show. They would only show him from the waist up. He was the first singer we had ever seen to move his legs and body that way and we thought it the most exciting thing we had ever seen! My friends and I went crazy and had our hair cut in "ducktails" (both sexes) and all the boys tried to curl their lip like Elvis. Our parent thought we had really gone insane. Eventually they realized he wasn't all that dangerous, and began to listen to his music. 'Poke Salad Annie' is Elvis really showing his roots. I loved it when he checked the lyrics like it was no big thing.
Thanks for taking the Elvis journey . He was one of a kind. He had a good time. Sometime react to his 68 Jam session, "trying to get to you" and "That's alright Mama " he has on the black leather. Wow.
I'm loving your Elvis reactions and have subscribed. Since he recorded over 700 songs there's a lot to discover. I'd like to see you react to: Elvis Presley - Music Evolution (1954-1977) (
some info on the song if you don't already know: Poke Sallet (correct spelling) is a plant from the poisonous Pokeweed plant that can be eaten when picked @ right time of yr. & cooked -- mostly associated w-the U.S. states in the south, it can be found in the Appalachian Mountains from southern NY to parts of Mississippi & other southern locations; the "hut 2 3 4" was from his days in the Army - it's the military marching cadence; there's some disagreement on that slip of paper: some say lyrics to the song, others say a note a girl in the front row passed to him; i think if it were lyrics the paper would be larger
Amazing, no one today can compare
Thought you might enjoy a little Elvis trivia: he grew up in extreme poverty in mixed neighborhoods during a time of segregation and was influenced by all different genres of music. As soon as he became famous, his generosity with family, friends, strangers, and charities was off the charts. He was a catalyst in not only changing music and bringing what was considered black music into the mainstream but in changing culture worldwide in many ways. He didn't have any formal music training but, in addition to singing, he arranged songs, produced recordings, played several instruments, and personally auditioned and hired musicians. He directed the band with his body movements. One of his band members said "as far as I know, we're the only band that's directed by an ass". His drummer said "backing Elvis was like playing for a stripper". They had to be on their toes at all times because Elvis was very spontaneous on stage. Nothing was choreographed. He took audience requests and sometimes would decide on the spur of the moment to perform a song he liked that he had never rehearsed with the band. Fun fact: Elvis is the only person that's been inducted into six major Music Halls of Fame: Rock 'N Roll, Rhythm & Blues, Country, Gospel, Pop, and Rockabilly. Enjoy the journey, and always expect the unexpected.
When he says "you're right , you're right " he's talking about how they rehearsed it and the best way to play that certain piece of music !
Spot on about his band, Rory. They were a fucking machine. That bassist, Jerry Scheff is one of the best bass players ever! And how cool is Elvis, man. The moves and the swagger and always the supreme voice.
Elvis us amazing and has a great sense of humour!
He conducts his band
I remember when Elvis first appeared on the Ed Sullivan show. They would only show him from the waist up. He was the first singer we had ever seen to move his legs and body that way and we thought it the most exciting thing we had ever seen! My friends and I went crazy and had our hair cut in "ducktails" (both sexes) and all the boys tried to curl their lip like Elvis. Our parent thought we had really gone insane. Eventually they realized he wasn't all that dangerous, and began to listen to his music. 'Poke Salad Annie' is Elvis really showing his roots. I loved it when he checked the lyrics like it was no big thing.
Someone in the audience gave him a note.
His command over every single part of his performance, his band & the singers was/is legendary♥️
yep, i second the Suspicions Minds live las Vegas! thx for the reaction
Makes you want to get up and dance 💃 🤔
Thanks for taking the Elvis journey . He was one of a kind. He had a good time. Sometime react to his 68 Jam session, "trying to get to you" and "That's alright Mama " he has on the black leather. Wow.
That's Ronnie tutt on drums.. excellent... Elvis was in total control of the stage and everyone on it.
Neat stuff....
One of my favorite performances. He became known for this odd song.
I'm loving your Elvis reactions and have subscribed. Since he recorded over 700 songs there's a lot to discover. I'd like to see you react to: Elvis Presley - Music Evolution (1954-1977) (
Neat stuff....Burning Love & Promised Land are 2 more great 70s rockers...
Wow! Ultimate entertainer ❤❤❤
some info on the song if you don't already know: Poke Sallet (correct spelling) is a plant from the poisonous Pokeweed plant that can be eaten when picked @ right time of yr. & cooked -- mostly associated w-the U.S. states in the south, it can be found in the Appalachian Mountains from southern NY to parts of Mississippi & other southern locations; the "hut 2 3 4" was from his days in the Army - it's the military marching cadence; there's some disagreement on that slip of paper: some say lyrics to the song, others say a note a girl in the front row passed to him; i think if it were lyrics the paper would be larger
Another Awesome reaction my man 💪