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“Pic of the Week”, August 15, 2014: Graceland’s Hall of Gold
It was 37 years ago (August 16, 1977) that legendary performer Elvis Presley died. Elvis’ influence on popular culture in the mid 20th century is hard to overstate, and he left a broad range of recorded music that endures. Like millions of his fans, I remember precisely where I was when I heard the news of Elvis’ death (Geyser basin, Yellowstone National Park). Elvis’ music has been a blessing in my life; I never grow tired of listening, and it always seems fresh and new.
I’ve twice visited Elvis’ Memphis home, Graceland. The first visit was just a few years after it opened to the public and the second decades later. I was surprised to see how Elvis’ fame had not …
Aug 15, 2014
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Travels with Elvis (Part 3). Memphis — Home of Soul, the Blues, and Rock ‘n’ Roll!!
There’s a lot more to Memphis than Graceland, although Graceland is by far the city’s most popular attraction (and I’ve previously discussed it here). A city of about 650,000, Memphis has a interesting southern flavored ambiance. Here you’ll find hard working friendly black and white folks, great food, but especially you’ll hear music — wonderful music! There’s no other city in North America with as rich a musical heritage as Memphis (and arguably few in the world). The blues and its offspring, soul and rock and roll, were birthed here.
The purpose of our trip to Memphis was to immerse ourselves in the world of Elvis Presley, long a favorite of your …
Tagged Blues, Elvis Presley, Memphis, Mississippi River, Rock and Roll, Tennessee
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Travels with Elvis (Part 2). A visit to Graceland
3764 Elvis Presley Blvd. It’s an address many Elvis fans know by heart because, as you’ve certainly guessed by now, that’s where you’ll find Graceland. Graceland is THE place every Elvis must visit at least once in their lifetime. Not only was it Elvis’ home for 20 years, it has more artifacts and memories of his life and career than any other place on the planet. It’s important to Memphis’ economy as Graceland is the second most visited home in the United States, second only to the White House. With the constant flow of Elvis fans, there’s a lot of tourist dollars coming to this fairly poor region….and always having been supportive of Memphis, Elvis would …
Tagged Elvis Presley, Graceland, Memphis, Rock and Roll
