Elvis Online. Newbury

 

This Months Song is "The Elvis Medley".

"The Elvis Medley" is an Elvis Presley medley arranged and produced by David Briggs.

 

 

ELVIS - "The Greatest Musician of All Time": Microsoft 'msn-entertainment' this week published their list of 'The Greatest Musicians of All-Time and what made them icons' - and ELVIS came in at Number 1!

The Beatles came in at second place.

1. Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley is often hailed as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, a title he earned through his unique ability to blend various musical genres, including blues, country, and gospel. His electrifying stage presence and signature dance moves captivated audiences worldwide, making him a cultural icon. Songs like "Hound Dog" and "Jailhouse Rock" not only topped charts but also defined an era in music history. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) lists Elvis as one of the best-selling solo artists of all time, with over 146.5 million certified units sold in the US alone. His influence on music and pop culture is undeniable, paving the way for future rock artists and remaining a symbol of the genre.
Elvis' charisma and groundbreaking approach to music continue to resonate with fans and artists alike.

2. The Beatles
The Beatles revolutionized the music industry with their innovative songwriting and studio recording techniques. Albums such as "Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band" are considered landmarks in music history, demonstrating their ability to push creative boundaries. Their cultural influence during the 1960s was profound, as they became symbols of the counterculture movement and social change.
The Beatles' timeless appeal and artistic innovations have made them one of the most iconic bands in history.

3. Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop, transformed the music industry with his groundbreaking album "Thriller" which remains the best-selling album of all time, with over 66 million copies sold worldwide. His innovative music videos like "Billie Jean" and "Smooth Criminal" set new standards for visual storytelling in music.

Following up were.. 4. Whitney Houston, 5. Freddie Mercury, 6. Bob Dylan, 7. Aretha Franklin, 8. Prince, 9. Beyoncé and 10. Johnny Cash.

 

Our sister site lists the LP's. EP's, 45's and 78's of Elvis with matrix numbers, details and artwork,
CD Stats and Session details. Plus a section for worldwide record company sleeve history for
Australia, Norway, Germany, UK and USA.

After 24 years plus we have finally created an Omnipedia on Elvis Presley. Sony CD releases from 1984,
FTD CD releases from 1999, boxsets, bootlegs, plus much more information. Approx 12,300 plus pages,
runs from a browser with a webpage front end. Over 10 Gigs in size. Designed to run from a data stick.

 

Our new "Flying Deuces" website is up-and-running at https://theflyingdeuces.co.uk/
For anyone who is interested in the double acts of "Laurel and Hardy" and "Abbott and Costello",
To find out more or to join, then please email me at info@elvis-online.co.uk