Elvis Presley, One World Media
Elvis Presley, One World Media
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Elvis Presley
The Legend

Author: One World Media

Narrator: Stefan Rudnicki, Henry Stevens

Unabridged: 8 hr 38 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/02/2024

Synopsis

From the heart of Memphis, the city where legends are born, emerged the greatest of them all—adored by millions, devoted to his music, and unwavering in his love for his mother. This icon, both mysterious and unmistakable, rose to reign as the unstoppable King of Rock ‘n’ Roll—Elvis Presley.In his early days, Elvis was seen as a quiet high school outcast. But when the spotlight finally found him, he unleashed a voice that awakened the world and set its pulse to the rhythm of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Hear from Dixie Locke Emmons, Elvis’ high school sweetheart, as she reveals unforgettable moments from his life before fame. Legendary figures like Dick Clark, Kenny Rogers, Ray Manzarek of The Doors, and Elvis’ own drummer D.J. Fontana recount his television years, his controversial dance moves, and the raw, electrifying sound that defined an era.Lifelong friends Joe Esposito and Charlie Hodge, along with icons like Bill Medley of The Righteous Brothers and Glen Campbell, paint a vivid picture of the King’s world—from his love for girls and Cadillacs to the sanctuary of Graceland. Discover how gospel music, his service in the U.S. Army, his marriage to the beautiful Priscilla Beaulieu, and his triumphant return to Las Vegas shaped Elvis into the legend he became. Dive deep into the story of the one and only Elvis Presley.

About One World Media

As a dynamic and multifaceted company, One World Media proudly stands as a record label, an audiobook producer, a music publishing powerhouse, and a gateway to the captivating world of visual media synchronization. Our commitment to excellence shines through every facet of our operation, driven by a team of experts who collectively boast over 100 years of combined experience in the industry.

About Stefan Rudnicki

Stefan Rudnicki first became involved with audiobooks in 1994. Now a Grammy-winning audiobook producer, he has worked on more than five thousand audiobooks as a narrator, writer, producer, or director. He has narrated more than nine hundred audiobooks. A recipient of multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards, he was presented the coveted Audie Award for solo narration in 2005, 2007, and 2014, and was named one of AudioFile’s Golden Voices in 2012.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Thomas on May 15, 2019

The book is brilliant from page 65 until pay 130. Here, the author describes the Southern context and culture of Elvis's phenomenal career (as the title suggests). The rest is just a rehash of every other Elvis tabloid biography depicting him as a womanizing drug addict with a Messiah complex. Did w......more

Goodreads review by Mariℓina on October 16, 2014

A compeling story from an interesting point of view. But in my opinion the bet didn't pay of. I love THE KING. I do! If i was alive at 60's i would have been propably one of the girls fainting at his concerts with every gyrating of his hips. So for me it is quite heartbreaking reading the story of his......more

Goodreads review by Steve on October 01, 2017

Joel Williamson has written books on Southern culture entitled “William Faulkner and Southern History” and “The Crucible of Race” which would indicate that he is an authority on the American South and its culture. His “Elvis Presley – A Southern Life” does indeed place the Presley phenomenon firmly......more

Goodreads review by Samantha on July 23, 2017

Like most of his fans, I am guilty of putting Elvis Presley on a pedestal. I've been in love with his music since I was a teenager, and in love with him, for almost just as long. I'm familiar with the image that shows Elvis at his best. I know of his talent, the stories of his humbleness and generos......more

Goodreads review by Diana on February 07, 2015

I have just finished this book and I could not out it down. I read it on the bus, at home, even at work. The writing is superb and although I was a bit annoyed by the space he was giving to the life of Elvis before celebrity, this actually helps you understand the psychological process that made the......more

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