#228 | The Crazy Life of Elvis Presley

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He was told by countless people that he would never make it as a
star, yet by his mid-20s he was the most successful musician in
the world.



In this episode, we'll learn about how Elvis Presley defied all
his critics, became the biggest star of the 1960s, created the
category of rock and roll but then lost the battle with his
personal demons.


The USA that Elvis Presley was born into

Being given his third choice of birthday present: a guitar

Coming fifth place in a singing competition

Moving to Memphis and developing his own style

Recording his first song at the studio of Sun Records

Failing to achieve success and being told to continue driving
a truck

His first hit: "That's All Right"

The musical style of Elvis Presley

His first tour in 1954, aged only 19

Thrusting his hips and causing controversy

Letter to the FBI: "Presley is a definite danger to the
security of the United States"

Meeting Colonel Tom Parker, his exploitative manager

Going on the Ed Sullivan show

How much of his own music did Elvis actually write?

Trying to make it as a Hollywood star

Joining the army

Meeting the 14-year old Priscilla Beaulieu

Discovering prescription drugs

Returning to music after a 7-year break

The Elvis comeback

The Las Vegas years & a changed image

His marriage breaking up

His two addictions: prescription drugs & fast food

His love for "Fool's Gold"

How he died, and how it was covered up by his family

The rise of the Elvis impersonator

The legacy of Elvis Presley



Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary
available on the website:
https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/elvis-presley


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