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Elvis Presley Quotes

Published on February 26, 2010 in Elvis Presley Biography. 0 Comments

Insights Into a Rock 'n' roll King
The indubitable King of Rock 'n' Roll is no less than Elvis Presley. He had experience which he recounted to his fans by some of his quotes. His music led the world to a new genre which they most if not all may be familiar with. When he died at the age of 42, a lot of his fans were left grieving due to his early death but some of his legacies remained in their hearts, such as his music and his quotes.

What the King had to say?
The King reigned in the industry for so long that people considered him an idol, through his deeds, words and his actions. His beliefs are embodied in the quotations he left the world to cherish.

Indeed, his life might be what everyone has dreamed of and are reflected in these quotes "I get lonesome right in the middle of a crowd." His career he consider as a blessing when he said "I believe in the Bible. I believe that all good things come from God. I don't believe I'd sing the way I do if God hadn't wanted me to." In terms of his happiness, he once said "I believe the key to happiness is: someone to love, something to do, and something to look forward to."

His personal life is something that he was almost deprived of due to his extreme popularity all over the globe, yet he had moments when he was able to reflect and think and say that "I ain't no saint, but I've tried never to do anything that would hurt my family or offend God. I figure all any kid needs is hope and the feeling that he or she belongs. If I could do or say anything that would give some kid that feeling, I would believe I had contributed something to the world."

On to music
His life largely revolved around his music and dancing in particular, which leads to the need to perform most of the time. He's also a normal person, at times facing stage fright but what he had to say about it really made things appear easier than what we imagine.

"I've never gotten over what they call stage--fright. I go through it every show. I'm pretty concerned, I'm pretty much thinking about the show. I never get completely comfortable with it, and I don't let the people around me get comfortable with it, in that I remind them that it's a new crowd out there, it's a new audience, and they haven't seen us before. So it's got to be like the first time we go on."

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Elvis Properties To Visit

Published on February 23, 2010 in Elvis Presley Biography. 0 Comments

Elvis Presley was one of the richest entertainers in America and during his lifetime, he bought and maintained several properties. Thirty years after his death, Elvis' estates remains as one of the best memorials of his life as a man, musician and entertainer. Here are two of the most famous properties of Elvis Presley that you might want to drop by and visit if you're in Memphis:

Graceland
When it comes to famous Elvis properties, Graceland is the most known worldwide. It is located in Whitehaven in Memphis on Highway 51 along South Bellevue Boulevard, which has since been renamed Elvis Presley Boulevard. Bought by Elvis in 1957, Graceland is nearly 14 acres in area and currently belongs to Lisa Marie, his only daughter.

The Graceland estate was named after Grace Toof, the daughter of former owner S.E. Toof, who was the publisher of the Memphis Daily Appeal. The original Graceland mansion was built in 1939. When Elvis bought the property, it cost him just a little more than $102,000. He made renovations on the original mansion and it grew from just over 10,000 sq. feet to more than 17,500 sq. feet. Elvis, with his parents, lived in Graceland from 1957 until their deaths.

Today, Graceland is a famous landmark, housing many of Elvis' and the Presley's' properties. It is a museum and a showcase of Elvis' numerous awards, car collections and memorabilia. It is also here where the Meditation Garden can be found, the final resting place of Elvis and his parents. Graceland is the site of hundreds of thousands of visits and guided tours each year.

Circle G Ranch
The eternal flame once burned here. Elvis bought the Circle G Ranch when he needed more room for his horses. The pasture in his other property in Graceland was just not enough. Circle G Ranch is 163 acres of land he obtained in 1967 and is just a few minutes away from Graceland. Although it was originally intended to be a place where he could keep horses, Circle G became Elvis' hideaway. Along with his Memphis Mafia buddies, he would spend weeks at a time here, having laid-back fun with his family and friends.

The Circle G is where you'll find the Honeymoon Cottage (Elvis and Priscilla supposedly stayed there after their wedding) and the barbecue pit that Elvis' friends built for him. Elvis sold the ranch in 1970 and an 'eternal flame' was burned there in honor of its famous former owner. The ranch doesn't receive as many visitors as Graceland, which is why the eternal flame was eventually extinguished. With a few more visits from adoring fans, there's no reason why the flame shouldn't burn again.

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Elvis Vacations

Published on February 20, 2010 in Elvis Presley Biography. 0 Comments

If you want to get to know Elvis better, visit the places where he's been. This is how you'll see the way he lived and how he was such a private person. Here are some of the things you can expect from an Elvis vacation:

Elvis vacations in Memphis, Tennessee
There are two things you'll love about Memphis, Tennessee and they are both larger than life. One is Dolly Parton and the other is Elvis Presley. Although he was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis and his parents moved to Tennessee when he was young. This is where he began his career as a singer.

There are several exclusive vacations such as Memphis Memories from Country Music Travel that are offered to Elvis fans who want to see Elvis' hometown. Memphis is just 200 miles from Nashville and there are several museums and special sites that will make any Elvis vacation memorable. Memphis is where you'll find Sun Studio where Elvis recorded some of his first songs and of course, his home at Graceland.

Another escorted tour is the Elvis and Southern Sounds Tour and the Tennessee Regional Music Tour. Elvis and Southern Sounds is a complete tour of the musical roots that began in certain parts of Tennessee while the regional music tour is a vacation that includes tours of Tupelo, Memphis and Nashville.

Touring Graceland
Graceland is the home of the Presley's and is well known as the most famous singing star's home in America. The 14-acre estate is also the place for one of the best Elvis vacations around. Some of these vacation tours include the Graceland Memphis Vacation and the Graceland Platinum Experience. Both vacation packages offer guided tours of the mansion along with its many attractions and a tour of Sun Studio, accommodations included.

Guided tours will take guests inside Elvis' beloved house. The tour guide will not take you upstairs to see the 'inner sanctum' but it will give you a good glimpse at the life Elvis led. The mansion houses two museums dedicated to Elvis' memory. Graceland is also the home of Elvis' numerous awards and his custom-built airplanes. In the Elvis 56 area of the Sincerely Elvis Museum, you'll also find exclusive photographs, movie footage and even archival documents that you won't find anywhere else.

If you want a taste of Elvis' life as a night owl, try one of those Elvis vacations that include a glimpse of this not-so-famous side of his personality. Elvis After Dark, for example, is an exhibit area found in the Graceland Crossing shopping center. It also includes the pool table used by Elvis and the Beatles. This pool table is available for use by the public for a fee.

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