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Tributes to the King of Rock 'n' Roll
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Sandra L. Toney
Elvis Presley, known simply as Elvis or The King, changed the face of
music around the world. Dubbed the King of Rock and Roll, Presley's
gyrating hips, long, dark sideburns, and unusual style of rock music made
the entertainment industry, as well as its followers, stand up and take
notice.
Elvis was probably one of the most loved "personalities" of all
time. To this day, 20 years after his untimely death, devoted fans
still mourn him and make the pilgrimage to Graceland, his beloved home in
Tennessee.
Although there are hundreds upon hundreds of websites devoted
to this legendary man, the following sites represent some of the
diverse and touching tributes to the King of Rock and Roll:
The Complete Elvis Presley Database
Created by Elvis fan Peter Dixon, The Complete Elvis Presley Database
is a reference about the King's professional life. From the lowdown on the
recent 20th Anniversary Death of Elvis news to a complete discography,
which includes a lyrics encyclopedia for the words to more than 700 of Presley's
songs, to the history of Elvis in films and his spectacular concerts, this
database literally has it all.
A new and special section of the database, which is still in its
experimental stages, is a "goodies" page, with photos of the King as well
as audio soundbytes of the haunting voice of Elvis Presley saying such
notable things as, "Thank you very much, ladies and gentlemen." Hearing
that familiar and unmistakable voice is reason enough to visit The Complete
Elvis Presley Database!
Elvis Presley's Graceland
Graceland. Is there a person on this planet who does NOT know who,
where, or what that word means? Probably not. But for the one or two of
you who don't, Graceland was the home of the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis
Presley.
Please note that this is the OFFICIAL Graceland site and not
maintained by a teenage girl in northern Greenland. This is indeed the
real thing! At this official webpage, operated by Elvis Presley
Enterprises, Inc., you can find out more information on touring this
historic mansion, read the latest Graceland news, and even send personal
mail to the King's former home.
Besides all that, an Elvis FAQ (frequently asked questions) page will
give you the answers you've been looking for on such topics as Elvis
memorabilia prices, the most current releases on CD from the King's estate,
and even how to start your own Elvis fan club. The King would no doubt
say, "Thank you very much . . ."
Registry of Worldwide Elvis Presley Fan Clubs
If you love Elvis, you will join! A fan club that is. Yes, the King
has been dead now for 20 years, but his loyal followers will never let
him be forgotten. No matter where you are located in the world, be it
Australia, Europe or South America, there is a fan club for you to join to
honor the man who was truly loved by all races and ages, Elvis Presley.
So don't be left out in the cold—visit this site to learn of your
nearest Elvis Presley fan club and be sure to join . . . TODAY! Don't wait
another twenty years.
Elvis Spotter's Web Page
So, have YOU seen Elvis lately? Although most of us know that he died
in August 1977, there are some who swear they've seen Mr. Presley since
that time. No place has been exempt from supposed Elvis hangouts—
shopping malls, movie theaters, grocery stores, and restaurants have all
had reports of Elvis being there and that his death was merely a giant hoax
to get him out of the spotlight.
The Elvis Spotter's Web Page is not really a "serious" page (at least,
it didn't appear that way to me) of official Elvis sightings but, instead,
a page designed to poke some fun at the suggestions that the King of Rock
and Roll faked his own death and is working at a Bob Evans in Anytown,
U.S.A. doing dishes . . . If you want a good laugh, visit this site!
Elvis Presley Online
Elvis Presley Online is presented to World Wide Web surfers by the
author of a first person narrative (told from the viewpoint of Elvis) by
Paul Jaffe, who says his book on the King is "a fiction that speaks the
truth."
Besides excerpts from Jaffe's novel, entitled "Clothed in Light," he
also has many other sections for Elvis fans to visit including an
Elvisology, which tells about the life of this legend, a discography, which
lists Presley's recording history, Elvis trivia, as well as very original
section called "Elvis Oral History."
Although you can't actually listen to this section on your computer
(as you might think from the name—oral history), it is meant to be a
storytelling tribute—real life encounters with the King of Rock and
Roll. Just as family histories have been passed on from generation to
generation, orally, Jaffe hopes that people's "I met Elvis" stories will
live on forever . . . just as his music will!
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