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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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November 1st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/11/01

It's November first, and on this day in 1955, Elvis Presley’s life changed forever when Sam Phillips sold his recording contract with Sun Records to RCA Victor for \$35,000. The move marked a major turning point not just for Elvis, but for the music industry itself—setting the stage for the explosion of rock and roll on a national and global scale. With this deal, RCA gained the rights to distribute Elvis’s music, and within months, he would become a household name. And on this day in 1972, *Elvis

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October 31st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/31

It's October thirty-first, and on this day in 1957... Elvis Presley attended a star-studded Halloween party hosted by Hollywood designer Sy Devore. Wearing a distinctive mask, Elvis mingled with fellow celebrities, including actress Joan Bradshaw. The party was a standout event on the Hollywood social calendar and showed Elvis embracing his growing role in the entertainment elite beyond the stage and recording studio.

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October 30th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/30

It's October thirtieth, and on this day in 1976... Elvis Presley arrived late to the second night of RCA’s Jungle Room recording session at Graceland. While the band laid down instrumental tracks awaiting his vocals, Elvis was distracted by the delivery of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, which he insisted on taking for test rides. When he finally entered the Jungle Room, he brought along a Thompson submachine gun, briefly playing with it before setting it aside and apologizing. Admitting he wasn’t in

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October 29th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/29

It's October twenty-ninth, and on this day in 1976... Elvis Presley began a late-night recording session in the Jungle Room at Graceland, working from 9:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m. Among the songs recorded was “Way Down,” which would become his final charting single during his lifetime. Elvis spent much of the evening in his bedroom but still invited some of the musicians and backing vocalists upstairs and gave away some of his old clothes, creating an atmosphere that was equal parts work session and

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October 28th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/28

It's October twenty-eighth, and on this day in 1957... Elvis Presley performed at the Pan Pacific Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, delivering a show so provocative it triggered outrage from both the press and an audience filled with Hollywood elites and their children. Headlines warned that he would have to "clean up his show or go to jail," and even Colonel Parker received a stern warning. But Elvis, characteristically unfazed, reportedly quipped, “If I don’t dance tonight, maybe I don’t have

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October 27th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/27

It's October twenty-seventh, and on this day in 1976... Elvis Presley performed at the Southern Illinois University Arena in Carbondale, Illinois, marking the final show of a two-week tour that grossed over one million dollars. Wearing the Inca Gold Leaf jumpsuit with a Chinese Dragon belt, Elvis delivered a powerful and wide-ranging set to more than ten thousand fans. Though the profits from the tour were split two-thirds to Colonel Parker and one-third to Elvis, the show itself reflected the

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October 26th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/26

It's October twenty-sixth, and on this day in 1955... Elvis Presley took the stage at Vigor High School in Mobile, Alabama, but the show ended early after he told an off-color joke that didn’t sit well with the school principal. Later that day, he performed two more shows at the Greater Gulf States Fair in Prichard. It was a clear glimpse of the tension between Elvis’s raw stage presence and the more conservative expectations of some early audiences.

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October 25th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/25

It's October twenty-fifth, and on this day in 1976... Elvis Presley performed at the Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana, wearing the striking blue Rainbow jumpsuit. Backed by a full band and delivering a setlist packed with hits—from “Jailhouse Rock” and “Burning Love” to gospel standards like “How Great Thou Art”—Elvis showcased the depth of his vocal range and emotional power. A review from the *Fort Wayne News-Sentinel* praised him as a matured, sensitive artist whose voice remained in fine

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October 24th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/24

It's October twenty-fourth, and on this day in 1955... Elvis Presley performed at the Silver Moon Club in Newport, Arkansas, sharing the bill with local rockabilly artist Sonny Burgess, who would later sign with Sun Records. Behind the scenes, Colonel Tom Parker took a pivotal step toward taking control of Elvis’s career by sending a telegram to Sun Records' Sam Phillips, stating he had authorization from Elvis’s parents to negotiate the purchase of Elvis’s recording contract—a move that would soon

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October 23rd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/23

It's October twenty-third, and on this day in 1955... Elvis Presley was scheduled to perform three shows at the Missouri Theater in St. Louis, Missouri, but missed them all after reportedly searching for his lost wallet. His late arrival meant he wasn’t allowed to take the stage, and he was fined one hundred and twenty-five dollars—a rare instance where the King didn’t get to perform for his fans.

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October 22nd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/22

It's October twenty-second, and on this day in 1968... Elvis Presley began rehearsals for what would become his final MGM feature film, *The Trouble with Girls (and How to Get into It)*. Originally titled *Chautauqua*, the name was changed due to concerns that audiences wouldn’t connect with the unfamiliar term. Rehearsals started at eleven a.m., marking the start of another unique chapter in Elvis’s acting career—one that blended period drama, music, and a touch of mystery.

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October 21st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/21

It's October twenty-first, and on this day in 1965... Elvis Presley was shaken by the sudden passing of his former bassist and early bandmate, Bill Black, who died from a brain tumor. Though Elvis chose not to attend the funeral out of concern that his presence would cause a disruption, he shared his grief in a public statement, calling Bill “a great man and a person that everyone loved.” The loss marked the end of a significant chapter in Elvis’s musical journey, as Bill Black had been a

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October 20th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/20

It's October twentieth, and on this day in 1955... Elvis Presley performed two electrifying shows in Cleveland, Ohio, that would go down in rock and roll lore. At 1:30 p.m., he took the stage at Brooklyn High School Auditorium in a concert organized by DJ Bill Randle, with the performance filmed for a documentary titled *The Pied Piper of Cleveland*, which remains unreleased to this day. That evening, Elvis performed at St. Michael’s Hall, where his wild energy sent the crowd into a frenzy. He broke

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October 19th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/19

It's October nineteenth, and on this day in 1956... RCA Victor released *Elvis*, the second full-length album by Elvis Presley. The record featured explosive tracks like “Rip It Up,” “Love Me,” and “Paralyzed,” showcasing his evolving style and solidifying his place at the forefront of rock and roll. The album would quickly climb the charts, reinforcing that Elvis wasn’t just a flash in the pan—he was a cultural phenomenon with staying power.

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October 18th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/18

It's October eighteenth, and on this day in 1956... Elvis Presley was involved in a highly publicized altercation at a Memphis gas station. After stopping to check his car’s exhaust, a crowd of fans quickly gathered. When the station owner, Edd Hopper, told him to move along, tensions escalated. According to reports, Hopper attempted to pull a knife, and Elvis struck back in self-defense, leaving Hopper with a black eye. Elvis was later booked on charges of assault and disorderly conduct, though the

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October 17th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/17

It's October seventeenth, and on this day in 1976, Elvis Presley performed at the Metropolitan Sports Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Part of his fall tour, this concert stood out for the energy and focus Elvis brought to the stage, surprising many with his noticeably rejuvenated appearance during a time when concerns about his health and consistency were growing. And back in 1955, Elvis—joined by Scotty Moore and Bill Black—performed at Memorial Stadium in El Dorado, Arkansas. The show followed

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October 16th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/16

It's October sixteenth, and on this day in 1954... Elvis Presley made his debut on the *Louisiana Hayride* at the Municipal Auditorium in Shreveport, Louisiana. Backed by Scotty Moore and Bill Black, he performed both sides of his first single—“That’s All Right” and “Blue Moon of Kentucky”—twice during the show. His appearance impressed the producers enough to offer him a one-year contract on the spot, marking the true beginning of Elvis’s professional music career and the first step toward national

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October 15th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/15

It's October fifteenth, and on this day in 1955... Elvis Presley performed two shows in Lubbock, Texas, sharing the bill with Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins. At the 8:00 p.m. show at the Fair Park Coliseum, a young local act named Buddy & Bob—featuring none other than Buddy Holly—opened the show. Later that night, Elvis took the stage again at 11:00 p.m. at the Cotton Club, a venue known for hosting a wide variety of musical styles. These appearances placed Elvis at the crossroads of emerging

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October 14th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/14

It's October fourteenth, and on this day in 1975... construction officially began on the racquetball court at Graceland. Originally scheduled for July, the project marked yet another personal indulgence by Elvis, who was increasingly retreating into the comforts of his Memphis estate. The racquetball court would become one of the last major additions to Graceland during his lifetime, later preserved as part of the Elvis Presley legacy and visited by fans from around the world.

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October 13th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/10/13

It's October thirteenth, and on this day in 1974... Elvis Presley performed two powerhouse shows at the High Sierra Room of the Sahara Hotel in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. The midnight performance featured a standout setlist that included emotional renditions of “It’s Midnight,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and “I’m Leavin’.” These shows were part of a makeup engagement following canceled performances earlier that year, and fans were treated to the King in top form, delivering a rich mix of rock, gospel,

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