Monday 16 August 2021

KING OF ROCK & ROLL..ELVIS PRESLEY!



Today is 44th Death Anniversary of Hollywood's most famous Singing-Dancing Star..Elvis Aaron Presley!

At very young age Elvis Presley recorded his first song and.. popularized Rockabilly! 
Then he appeared on television and became famous as Rock & Roll artist. At the age of 20 he made his film debut with film 'Love Me Tender' (1956).

In 1958 he went for military service and after two years he returned to his music world & produced most successful work in singing..like music albums. One of the best selling solo artists, he handled various genres of music like Pop, Blues & Gospel.

Simultaneously he acted in films with mixed genres like 'Flaming Star' (1960) & 'Follow that Dream' (1962). Then he achieved big success with romantic - musicals like 'Kissin' Cousins' (1964) & 'Girls Happy' (1965). With physical - attractiveness and appealing look he became popular Casanova!

In 1968 he returned to TV shows with famous 'Elvis'! Then in 1973 he featured in globally broadcast concert 'Aloha - from Hawaii' via satellite! He was one of the most celebrated & influential music personalities of 20th Century. 

Elvis Presley won three Grammy awards including 'Lifetime Achievement Award'!

He also insisted on pursuing logical roles in films like 'Live a Little, Love a Little' (1968). Then two documentaries made with him..'Elvis: That's the way it is' (1970) & 'Elvis on Tour' (1972). He was known for a life of luxury!

Homage to this Rock Star!!

- Manoj Kulkarni

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