Why is Elvis Presley's body of recorded work still so relevant nearly 60 years after he began recording? EElvis Music FAQE is for anyone who has been inspired by an Elvis Presley record. Following in the tradition of the FAQ series in EElvis Music FAQE a lot of rare information is woven together in one concise entertaining package.THThere are chapters about every year of Elvis's career including a look at his pioneering original record label Sun; insight on his management; the continued importance of television in his career; a summation of each Presley concert tour; the inside scoop about the role Elvis's band members and songwriters played in his sound; stories about the amusing musical oddities created by those trying to ride on the Elvis success train; details about the contentious role drugs played in his career; and finally a full review of every record the King ever issued.THOne might say that the only truths about Elvis Presley can be found in the grooves of his records where his natural talent and passion for music comes through always. EElvis Music FAQE aims to be the one essential companion that explains the reason why the voice heard over the speakers still carries such resonance. Dozens of rare images accompany this engaging text.

About the Author
MIKE EDER is a writer specialising in the music of the fifties to the seventies. An Elvis fan since age six, he has contributed to over a dozen Presley publications. Eder has also authored a book on the Beach Boys and will be penning an authorised biography of the First Edition.


Book Information
ISBN 9781617130496
Author Mike Eder
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint Backbeat Books
Publisher Hal Leonard Corporation
Weight(grams) 599g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 25mm