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Today in Elvis History

Evin "Elvis" Breen-Presley

A daily burst of Elvis magic! "Today in Elvis History" brings you fast, fun, and fascinating moments from the King"s life—one date at a time. Whether you"re an Elvis superfan or just curious, you"ll get your daily dose of rock "n" roll royalty in under 3 minutes.

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May 7 in Elvis History: Jailhouse Rock, Murfreesboro,...

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/05/07

It's May 7, and on May 7, 1957, Elvis Presley was in Hollywood recording for his upcoming film Jailhouse Rock. That day, he laid down a second vocal overdub for “Baby I Don’t Care” and worked through instrumental takes of the film’s title track.On May 7, 1972, Elvis left Memphis for the first leg of a Hawaiian vacation—a trip that would ultimately set the stage for his globally broadcast Aloha from Hawaii concert.And on May 7, 1975, he performed the final night of a two-show run at the Murphy

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May 6 in Elvis History: Vegas Bust, Hound Dog Spark

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2025/05/06

It's May 6, and on May 6, 1956, 21-year-old Elvis Presley wrapped up his first Las Vegas engagement at the New Frontier Hotel. Sandwiched between the Freddy Martin Orchestra and comic Shecky Greene, Elvis’s raw rock ’n’ roll energy clashed with the lounge crowd—and the reviews reflected it.Still, Elvis took the moment in stride. “I’d like to tell you, it’s really been a pleasure being in Las Vegas,” he said sincerely. “This makes our second week here. Tonight’s our last night. We’ve had a pretty

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May 5 in Elvis History: A Young Man's Priorities

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/05/05

It's May 5, and on May 5, 1955, Elvis Presley performed at Ladd Stadium in Mobile, Alabama. Billed as part of the “WSM Grand Ole Opry” All-Star Jamboree. Elvis skipped the next night’s performance, instead jumping in his pink Cadillac to drive the 350 miles back to Memphis to take his girlfriend, Dixie Locke Emmons, to the prom. It was a move described as “a most remarkable display of priorities for a young aspiring artist at the bottom of the tour

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March 18th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/04/09

It's March 18th, and on this day in 1965, production began on Elvis’s nineteenth film, *Harum Scarum*, at MGM studios in California. Known for quickly churning out movies, producer Sam Katzman completed filming in just eighteen days. Elvis, however, was often heard complaining about the film's concept. At one point, Colonel Parker even insisted on adding "speaking parts" to the script, only for Katzman to dismiss the idea. Despite the film's exotic theme, it was shot entirely on soundstages and back

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February 22nd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/04/09

It's February twenty-second, and on this day in 1969... Elvis Presley wrapped up his final recording session at American Sound Studio in Memphis by recording the gospel-influenced ballad "Who Am I?" This session marked the end of a landmark run that produced some of Elvis’s most critically acclaimed work in years, including “Suspicious Minds,” “In the Ghetto,” and “Kentucky Rain.” The sessions revitalized his musical reputation and showed the world that Elvis wasn’t just back—he was evolving.

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April 23rd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 23rd, and on this day in 1956, Elvis opened a two-week engagement at the Venus Room in the New Frontier Hotel in Las Vegas. Facing an older, "less hip" audience, he later remarked, "After that first night I went outside and just walked around in the dark. It was awful… I wasn’t getting across to the audience." Despite the rocky start, Elvis fell in love with the city, meeting show business legends like Johnny Ray and Liberace, whose flamboyant style left a lasting impact on him. He also

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April 20th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 20th, and on this day in 1964, *The Las Vegas Desert News and Telegram* published an article entitled "Elvis Helps in Success of Burton-O'Toole Movie." The piece featured an interview with Hollywood producer Hal Wallis, who discussed how the profits from Elvis's films helped finance more "classy" projects, like *Becket*, starring Richard Burton and Peter O'Toole. Wallis even suggested that the success of Elvis's commercially popular movies was key to making such artistic films possible

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April 19th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 19th, and on this day in 1957, Hollywood actress Yvonne Lime arrived in Memphis for a visit, and Elvis took her to see Graceland. This was a notable moment in Elvis's personal life, as it involved a rare occasion when the King of Rock and Roll shared his beloved home with a guest, showcasing a side of him beyond his public persona. Also, on this day in 1965, Elvis completed his work on the film *Harum Scarum*. The film was one of several in which Elvis solidified his status as a movie

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April 22nd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 22nd, and on this day in 1956, *Billboard* magazine reported that Elvis Presley’s record sales were bringing in a staggering \$75,000 a day in retail record shops across the country. In Canada, Elvis’s records dominated, accounting for the first eight singles of RCA Victor’s top ten bestsellers. In the United States, his LPs and EPs were selling at an incredible rate of 8,000 copies a day, while 90,000 singles flew off the shelves daily. This phenomenal success accounted for a massive 50

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April 21st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 21st, and on this day in 1976, Elvis made headlines for his first business venture outside the entertainment world. The *Memphis Press–Scimitar* ran a photograph of Elvis with his bodyguard Joe Esposito, Dr. Nick, and business associate Mike McMahon breaking ground on a racquetball facility that was part of a new project, Presley Center Courts, Inc. However, the excitement quickly turned to frustration. Elvis soon withdrew from the project after realizing he would need to contribute a

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April 16th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 16th, and on this day in 1955, Elvis Presley performed at the Big "D" Jamboree at the Sportatorium in Dallas, Texas. This appearance marked a significant moment in his early career, as manager Bob Neal arranged four spots for Elvis on the popular Dallas-based radio show. The Big "D" Jamboree, known for its strong local signal, helped elevate Elvis's exposure in the Texas entertainment scene. Elvis shared the stage with rising stars like Sonny James and veteran performers such as Hank

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April 17th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 17th, and on this day in 1971, Elvis Presley ordered the first of the famous "TCB" ("Takin' Care of Business") necklaces, a signature piece of jewelry that became synonymous with his image. The necklaces featured the iconic three letters, adorned with a diamond-studded lightning bolt descending from the "C." The slogan "Takin' Care of Business" was coined during Elvis's December 20, 1968 NBC-TV special, and the necklaces were designed by Schwartz & Abbitzer Jewelers in Beverly Hills,

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April 18th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 18th, and on this day in 1972, Elvis Presley made a lasting impact on the lives of his fans. While on tour in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he was honored by Governor Bruce King, who bestowed upon him the title of honorary "Colonel, Aide de Camp." But the most memorable moment came later that day at Tingley Coliseum, where Elvis performed his final show of the tour. During intermission, he met with eight-year-old Denise Sanchez, who was terminally ill with cancer. Moved by her situation, Elvis

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April 12th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 12th, and on this day in 1956, Elvis performed two shows at the Armory in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The audience's enthusiastic screams nearly lifted the roof, leaving Elvis in awe backstage. He expressed his amazement, saying, "It makes me want to cry. How does all this happen to me?" During the performance, he showcased his horseshoe diamond ring and proudly mentioned owning 40 suits and 27 pairs of shoes, a testament to his growing fame and success. In 1961, Elvis was reported to be

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March 16th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's March 16th, and on this day in 1957, Elvis received a phone call from his parents with life-changing news. They had found the perfect home—Graceland. Situated just outside of Memphis, in a secluded grove of towering oaks, the estate was perfect for the Presley family, who were seeking privacy from the relentless attention of fans. Graceland, named after the great aunt of the woman who built it, was a 14-acre mansion on Highway 51 South, north of the Mississippi border. The Presley family bought

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March 10th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's March tenth, and on this day in 1959… RCA Records released Elvis Presley's single “I Need Your Love Tonight,” backed with “A Fool Such as I.” With one million copies pressed right out of the gate, it was clear RCA was betting big on the King—even though he was stationed thousands of miles away in Germany. A gold record was promptly sent overseas to Elvis, reminding the world that even in uniform, his voice still ruled the airwaves. And on this day in 1975… Elvis arrived at RCA’s Sunset

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April 8th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 8th, and on this day in 1973, Elvis Presley flew to San Francisco to attend the California Karate Championships at the San Francisco Civic Auditorium. Elvis, a black belt in karate under his instructor Ed Parker, was expected to perform a demonstration of brick-breaking before the championship matches. However, a publicity stunt that featured Elvis's name prominently on the event’s marquee and in promotions led to a conflict with his contract at the Sahara Tahoe Hotel. The hotel had

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April 9th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 9th, and on this day in 1953, Elvis Presley made his debut on a big stage at the Humes High School "Annual Minstrel Show." Encouraged by his teacher, Mrs. Scrivener, Elvis performed in front of a packed crowd at the Humes Auditorium. Despite being billed as "Elvis Prestley, guitarist," Elvis took to the stage and sang "Take Them Cold Icy Fingers Off of Me," a 1950 country hit by Pee Wee King. His performance received an enthusiastic response, earning him the honor of the only encore of

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April 11th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April 11th, and on this day in 1962, *Follow That Dream* premiered in Ocala, Florida. The film, Elvis’s ninth, was based on the 1957 novel *Pioneer, Go Home* by Richard Powell. The premiere took place in the very town where much of the film was shot. The movie also has an interesting connection to future stars—Joanna Moore, who portrayed Alicia Claypool, is the mother of Tatum O'Neal, the 1973 Academy Award winner for Best Supporting Actress. Even more intriguing, the location shots were filmed

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April 10th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's April tenth, and on this day in 1957, actress Yvonne Lime arrived in Memphis to visit Elvis Presley. The two had met the previous year on the set of *Loving You* and had occasionally dated in Hollywood. During her visit, Elvis was dealing with a skin rash, so their first evening together was a quiet one, spent on the patio of his home on Audubon Drive—where he still lived while renovations were underway at Graceland.

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