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Elvis Aron Presley was born January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi was a rock 'n' roll legendary United States. Elvis presley is also known as "The King" and "The King of Rock 'n' Roll". In addition to singer, The King was a music producer and actor.Thanks to his songs that combined rhythm of rock 'n' roll with songs ballad, the world of rock 'n' roll sound commercial gain can be further developed musicians rock 'n' roll of his successors.

In its heyday, attended concerts of Elvis fans (mostly teenagers) in a very large number. Style, nature, and how clothing has become a symbol for rock 'n' roll fans and much imitated. Even the 4000 British teenager consecrated as king Elvis hairstyle trendsetter throughout the ages.

Early introduction to the world of Elvis began recording in the summer of 1953.Elvis paid U.S. $ 3.98 to record two songs in the company of Sun Studios as a birthday present for his mother. Sun founder Sam Phillips, attracted to his voice and called him in June 1954 to fill positions that are vacant ballad singer.

1956 was Elvis's early career as a professional singer. January 27, Elvis released his first single, Heartbreak Hotel, under the label RCA Victor Records. March 23, RCA released Elvis's first album, titled: Elvis Presley.

In the same year, 16 November, Elvis's first movie, LOVE ME TENDER, was launched. The film is reaping a lot of criticism, but got a very good sales figures.Overall Elvis appeared in 31 films.

Proceeds from sale of Elvis's debut album exploded late 1950s with the hit-hits, including All Shook Up, (Let me be your) Teddy Bear and I Need Your Love Tonight. Nonetheless, many critics are not impressed. In addition, the appearance of Elvis on stage a lot of criticism, because it is considered as pornography.

December 1957, Elvis called to join the military duty with the U.S. Army. He officially entered the Army on March 24, 1958, then stationed in Germany, and with respect dilepastugaskan two years later.

Returning from military service, his musical career had faded due to "disturbed" other professions as an actor and the loss of her role in selecting the type of songs he played. In addition, there was a musical awakening Britain / UK (British Invasion: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and others).

Elvis make a comeback, that success through a television appearance on December 3, 1968, entitled '68 Comeback Special. His musical career shining again after he had the opportunity during the event to play in the path of least she likes, rock 'n' roll.

The following year, Elvis started a best-selling live performances at various places, starting from Las Vegas and continue other states in the United States.Between 1969 and 1977, The King of Rock 'n' Roll show in the 1000 event sold out.

As a result of addiction to drugs such as sleeping pills doctors, health and appearance has decreased by about the mid-1970s. The King appeared for the last time in a concert at Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 26, 1977.

On August 16, 1977, Elvis was found dead at his home in Graceland, Memphis of a heart attack. At that time he was 42 years. cause of death is similar to Michael Jackson who died of a heart attack.

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