My artistic canvas by 201274388

My artistic canvas by 201274388 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c Made with fortitude en-us 2020-03-26 15:15:43 UTC 2026-02-06 23:29:56 UTC hello@padlet.com Elvis Presley dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/476713146 2020-03-26 15:15:54 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/476713146 'King of Rock 'n' Roll' dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477702912 ICON
Legendary status
Elvis, who was born on the 8th January 1935 and died at the young age of 42, on the 16th August 1977, became one of the world's most well-known and well beloved artists.
Elvis achieved status of the 'King of Rock 'n' Roll' redefining popular culture and music at the time and pushing boundaries. Through his moves on stage, his style and the way he sung Elvis made waves challenging societal norms at the time and became the gateway to popular culture today.
He is the 'King of Rock 'n' Roll'.]]> 2020-03-27 04:59:07 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477702912 Music dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703008 Elvis was a musician first and foremost, and gained his stardom through his music and the way he performed. His music and himself were the embodiment of 'Rock 'n' Roll'. Jailhouse Rock is an example of a song that gained huge success and is one of his well known and most referenced songs. Everything from the music to performance and styling encompassed Elvis' star persona.]]> 2020-03-27 04:59:26 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703008 Films dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703078 Through his films Elvis' already pre-existing star image of 'charmer', 'nice guy' and 'womanizer' were all implemented through his characters on screen too. Many films were written for him personally allowing control over how his image is perceived in the media. All his films included him singing which overlapped and further extended his star image and popularity; feeding into his stardom and success. ]]> 2020-03-27 04:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703078 Humble/Boy Next Door dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703129 He was also known to be very humble. He started from humble beginnings with not a of money. But his success did not changed his humbleness and the way he was raised by his mother. He didn't forget his roots, and this can be portrayed through the many stories of Elvis as a good guy.]]> 2020-03-27 04:59:47 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703129 Sex Symbol/ Heartthrob dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703255 Elvis was the worldwide known sex symbol. His looks, music and film career all attributed to his profile. His voice was deemed sexy and sultry, while his moves for the time also screamed sex. His good looking face and charming personality also added to his image as a sex symbol and heartthrob.
His films mostly included him with a love interest and highlighted Elvis' character as flirtatious with his magnetizing personality. His film image aligned with his public image, reinforcing and further extending his star persona. ]]> 2020-03-27 05:00:08 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703255 Fans/ Hysteria dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703346 Fans are the foundation to Elvis' success. Fans loved and adored Elvis, there was an Elvis frenzy through the air. He was a mass superstar that men and especially women went crazy for. This clip shows the reactions of seeing Elvis' perform. Fans have another layer from the average consumer, they invest emotionally which we can see in this clip. His popularity and thereby his star image is also shaped by the fans.]]> 2020-03-27 05:00:25 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703346 Post Life Stardom dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703450 Elvis and his star image continues to live on past his death, through his music, films, commodities and via fans.
His mark in music remains constant and his stardom continues to soar even after death.]]> 2020-03-27 05:00:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703450 Womanizer dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703540 A constant image of Elvis was that of a womanizer. Women loved him and he loved women. This character image is highlighted through stories of Elvis with women, his films and his music. This womanizer portrayal is trans-medial.]]> 2020-03-27 05:01:01 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703540 Style Iconography dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703812 The Las Vegas era defined a lot of the image Elvis is remembered for today. This included his style, Elvis was constantly going against the grain, and the embellished jumpsuits and jet black quiff was a big contributor to his image. He is most well-known for the icon white jumpsuit. ]]> 2020-03-27 05:01:47 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477703812 Religion/ Gospel dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477704009 Elvis was very upfront in his faith and love for God through his Gospel music. He released many Gospel albums throughout the years, and presented an extenuation of his 'good guy' image into someone who has faith. This added to his popularity and success, as during that time period Christianity dominated society. It gave the general public a reason to listen to Elvis' music. A sound that differs from his pre-existing Rock 'n' Roll country. rhythm and blues. ]]> 2020-03-27 05:02:19 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477704009 Commodities dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477707228 His image was a commodity that everyone bought and consumed. He was a superstar. with flashy looks, and great charisma and his looks and persona were sold to the masses.
There blurs a line between the control of image both visual and the personal and how he presented himself to others. Authentication of the self can also be blurred.]]> 2020-03-27 05:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477707228 Authentic dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477711937 Whilst Elvis is first and foremost known as the 'King' as his image, there is a certain line of the image and the man behind it, that are most often blurred.
Elvis gives himself authenticity through his words, characteristics and how he portrays himself to others. His kind nature and charismatic attitude that is present on stage and on screen is also constantly present to others he has interacted with off screen.]]> 2020-03-27 05:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477711937 The Good Guy dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477712541 When we hear stories of Elvis' there is a common factor, that he is a 'nice guy.'
Despite critics on his musical and film image, when it comes to the man behind this music and film star, it is hard to find many stories that critique his character.
Elvis' personal image is one of kind-heartedness towards others.
This 'nice guy' image intertwines with his music and film images, that grants him further success in each aspect of his career. He is not only a rock star, he is a 'nice' rock star; something deemed rare to find in stars with such a high caliber of success. ]]> 2020-03-27 05:25:58 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477712541 Strong Iconography dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477714568 His star persona has left a huge impact, where most people in the world, old and young, know of Elvis Presley.]]> 2020-03-27 05:31:17 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477714568 Concert Films dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477721896 Reinforce Elvis as an Entertainer whilst creating an intimate space between him and his adoring fans,]]> 2020-03-27 05:51:59 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477721896 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477723459 2020-03-27 05:55:46 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477723459 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477728912 Connie Stevens:
'He's naturally kind and thoughtful and good. Best of all, in spite of his huge success -- he's unassuming'
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'I'm straight as an arrow and I got to tell you, you stop, whether you're male or female, to look at him. He was that good looking. And if you never knew he was a superstar, it wouldn't make any difference; if he'd walked in the room, you'd know somebody special was in your presence.'

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'Before Elvis there was nothing.'
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'Every morning when I woke up and looked out the window, there were at least two hundred kids lined up on the sidewalk outside, staring at the house. Some of them would stay there all day long, just trying to get a glimpse of him. And when he would go out, he was very sweet to them. A lot of people I know would get angry, or impatient -- but Elvis is very sweet to the kids, very nice to them. He always spent as much time with them as he can, even though it tires him out.'

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These quotes all reinforce different parts of Elvis' star image, but mostly reinstate his 'legend' status.]]> 2020-03-27 06:18:30 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/477733300 Cultural Value dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481204006 Both Elvis and his stardom are huge cultural values to society. Elvis at a time where society was strict, a lot of oppression , divides of race and class, helped to impact society and to change music for the generations to come. Elvis went against the grain, rejected to conform. Whilst he grew in success he stayed true to his working class roots. He grew upon on country and rhythm and blues and payed homage black musicians through his own music. His overtly sexual dance moves made wave for expression. His style, music and charisma paved the way for popular culture and arguably made Rock n Roll music what it is today. ]]> 2020-03-30 03:11:08 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481204006 Charisma/ Charm dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481289410 Elvis came across as charming and playful. Funny and charismatic which gave him a mass appeal to men and women alike.

]]> 2020-03-30 05:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481289410 The Ed Sullivan Show dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481289879 Elvis' live appearance on the Ed Sullivan show added more coverage for the Rock 'n' Roll star, and increased his popularity. However due to damage control and outrage from his previous live performance, Elvis was only shot from the waist up. An attempt to 'clean up' Elvis' image to the general public, as a great, charismatic singer without the backlash of sexual dance movements. ]]> 2020-03-30 05:39:05 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481289879 Elvis on Tour dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481290292 This tour first launched in 2017, giving fans the option to see some of Elvis' iconic and personal belongings in person. This shows how much of a cultural impact Elvis has had and his still ever present popularity and fan base.]]> 2020-03-30 05:39:47 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481290292 Merchandise dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481291486 Merchandise are a product of Elvis' star image.Elvis himself as a commodity.
This T-shirt is celebrating what would be Elvis' 85th Birthday.]]> 2020-03-30 05:41:43 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481291486 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481480240 In this clip, the older generation look back and reminisce over Elvis and talk of his major influence on today's music. One commentator said
'people loved Elvis, it was a sincere feeling, it was almost godlike.'

This love of Elvis feeds into his star image and this idea of sincerity and god-like image emphasizes how crucial Elvis was to fans and how big of an affect he had on others.

]]> 2020-03-30 08:08:29 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481480240 Entertainer dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481483853 Elvis' main image comes from him being a born entertainer on stage.
He exuded charisma on stage and paved the way for upcoming performers..
The clip below shows an Elvis performance that highlights his powerful stage presence, his cheekiness and charm, everything that embodied who Elvis was, how the world perceived him and him as a star.]]> 2020-03-30 08:10:32 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481483853 Milton Berle Show 1956 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481500331 This was Elvis' first live broadcast show performance, which caused havoc among the general public. Again many shocked at his overt sexuality in his body movements. ]]> 2020-03-30 08:18:55 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481500331 Elvis as a Family Man dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481682276 This image shows Elvis with Priscilla his wife at the time and daughter Lisa-Marie. This captures the 'ideal' of family life painting Elvis as the caring, loving man he was always presented to be. It captures warmth and love between them and also Elvis as a person. This however this image can be contradicted to some extent through multiple stories of unfaithfulness to Priscilla when they were married.]]> 2020-03-30 09:44:00 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/481682276 Delinquent dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483484019 During the 1950's the delinquency crisis of young/ teenage boys and girls, many blamed it on 'evil' media coverage. Many blamed Elvis.
Elvis was labelled and perceived as a delinquent in his sexualized movements on stage, at a time where sex was not talked about in the media or public sphere. His suggestive movements caused uproar in the earlier stages of his career and his music was often deemed as 'the 'devil's music.']]> 2020-03-31 03:10:23 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483484019 Death dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483486016 There was worldwide coverage of Elvis' death. It was a shock to all; dying at the young age of 42. The impact Elvis had was uncanny and in his death, you saw even clearer the huge impact of him as a star and human being. ]]> 2020-03-31 03:13:29 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483486016 Graceland dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483486700 Graceland, Elvis' home connects to who Elvis was and his life. Graceland was loved by Elvis and here is where Elvis was Elvis, behind the cameras and the star image. However it now feeds into his star image, as when you think of Elvis you think of Graceland,]]> 2020-03-31 03:14:09 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483486700 Statistics dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483505944 40 Years after his death and fans still continuously listen to his music. Elvis has over 10 million monthly listeners just on Spotify. His stardom transcends over time and his star image remains constant even after death. ]]> 2020-03-31 03:46:33 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483505944 Remixes/Covers dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483506070 These continuous covers remakes and reversions of Elvis' music highlights his still worldwide star persona. It adheres to his mass impact on popular culture and reinforces his star legacy. ]]> 2020-03-31 03:46:46 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483506070 Reworkings dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483506278 2020-03-31 03:47:08 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483506278 Intertexuality dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483507226 Elvis lives on through the medium of others. Many films and music videos pay reference to the 'King', reaffirming his stardom once again. His cultural impact is solidified.]]> 2020-03-31 03:48:39 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483507226 Elvis and the Royal Philharmonic. dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483509151 Elvis' music is still consumed by the masses today, and his popularity is forever being kept alive through his music and remade versions of his music. ]]> 2020-03-31 03:51:53 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483509151 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483512076 Michael Buble 'I'm all shook up']]> 2020-03-31 03:56:46 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483512076 Overlap of stardom through music and film. dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483528113 Stated in 'And introducing Elvis Presley' (Palmer,2015) in his first film 'Love me Tender' the EP released alongside the film ' asserts that Presley’s move to screen acting produced a reciprocal depth in his music, as if his star image had not only been successfully translated across media, but that this translation exhibited a kind of transmedia exceptionalism.' (p.185)
It suggests Elvis' move to film is beneficial in extending his pre-existing stardom across both platforms.

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This clip is from the film 'Girl Happy' where this positioning of Elvis' gaze and woman loving character is overtly apparent.

]]> 2020-03-31 04:27:04 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483529570 Loving You dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483529879 His film 'Loving You' which was produced after signing a film contract with Paramount, aimed to do damage control of Elvis' image. Showing that his moves were merely harmless expression of his love of Rock 'n' Roll but not as an act of 'Juvenile delinquency.' It 'addresses moral panic over rock ‘n’ roll within a narrative about the potential exploitation of young musicians by talent managers.' (Palmer, 2015;185)]]> 2020-03-31 04:27:41 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483529879 Lady's Man dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483530826 This article touches on Elvis' romance affair with co-star Ann Margret. This adheres to Elvis' flirtatiousness and love for women, that is seen both on and off-screen. This also feeds into an image of being unfaithful to his wife 'Priscilla' which can contradict his 'family man' persona.]]> 2020-03-31 04:29:24 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483530826 Las Vegas Years dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483533084 After his 68' special, is when Elvis began his Las Vegas performances. His shows in Las Vegas defined a new era of 'Rock n' Roll' and stage presence. When many remember Elvis they have the image of him performing on the Las Vegas Stage. This projects a lot of what Elvis' star image was about; him as a great entertainer, one who was like no other at the time.
Even now Las Vegas is where Elvis' legacy continues to live on, with continuous homage and tribute acts to Elvis each year.]]> 2020-03-31 04:33:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483533084 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483534797 He loved his mum dearly, which can be seen through this image. He wrote multiple songs about and for her, including his first ever song recorded 'That's Alright (Mama).
The bond between him and has mother, made him very likable and his personal image bleeds into his private, as the sweetness and love he gave made him more sincere and loveable to his adoring fans. This also adds a level authentication to Elvis' image. The fact this was who he was at home, with his mother which is the same way we consistently see him act through interviews and interactions with him solidifies both his private and public image.]]> 2020-03-31 04:36:46 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483534797 Goes against image of the critical media of the time. dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483537845 His relationship with God and his love of Gospel music, further contradicts critics like Pastors who deemed his music 'Evil' and the 'Devil's music.' This side of Elvis was popular with the public and added further reasons to love the icon.]]> 2020-03-31 04:42:33 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483537845 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483547712 His 'sex appeal' was apparent and women swooned for him alike. He was blamed for corrupting young girls who were taught to be 'pure' and not discuss sex. This could suggest why he was ever the more appealing. ]]> 2020-03-31 05:01:01 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483547712 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483550594 This video shows a preacher on his thoughts about 'Rock 'n' Roll' and its role in the Juvenile Delinquency crisis.' Reinforcing many people's problem with Elvis and his music, portraying his image as someone who is a bad influence on society and young people. ]]> 2020-03-31 05:06:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483550594 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483568577 Sullivan also repeatedly complimented Elvis to the public saying he was 'a real decent, fine boy.' Highlighting Elvis' personality over body image, feeding into his 'nice guy,' 'charming' persona.

Source: https://eds-b-ebscohost-com.liverpool.idm.oclc.org/eds/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=1&sid=c8e1d1b5-d63c-4c33-9d97-58b23bf92e18%40pdc-v-sessmgr03]]> 2020-03-31 05:36:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483568577 Loving You dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483627184 ' The film promotes Presley as an authentic and upstanding public figure by portraying Deke as possessing some agency in the commodification of his image while also being morally acceptable to the white, adult middle-class.' (Palmer, 2015;185) '
HIs role of Deke depicts Elvis' current situation at the time and uses film character to reflect his real persona.

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E: Well the image is one thing and the human being is another.
I: How close is the image to the man?
E: It's very hard to live up to an image I'll put it that way.
Here Elvis addresses the star image and himself as a person. While he acknowledges the star image built around him, he authenticates himself through saying he is a 'human being' and not just some unattainable glamourized, entertainer of the man he is made to be. He states its hard to live up to an image giving implication to what you see is what you get. He acknowledges what the public expect from him but also acknowledges that whilst he tries to live up to this, it is hard to do; a slight implication that he is not living up to the image but who he actually is. The quote both de-authenticates and authenticates Elvis at the same time.]]> 2020-03-31 07:48:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483719706 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483730188 This clip of Elvis backstage with the Sweet Inspirations shows Elvis' constant charms that reinforced his good-natured loveable image. We get to look at the man behind the superstar image. His charms carry across both on stage and off feeding into both his private and public image.]]> 2020-03-31 07:55:06 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483730188 Lilo and Stitch dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483739000 Devil in Disguise]]> 2020-03-31 07:59:58 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483739000 Game Plan dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483741141 2020-03-31 08:01:09 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483741141 Kiss You dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483744867 Reference to Jailhouse Rock]]> 2020-03-31 08:03:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/483744867 Tribute Acts dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/484218059 Even today there are thousands and thousands of tribute acts and competitions, paying homage to Elvis and keeping his legacy alive. It marks his cultural impact on music and people's lives.]]> 2020-03-31 12:13:50 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/484218059 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485428306 “It was the finest music of his life. If ever there was music that bleeds, this was it.”

- Greil Marcus, From his book "Mystery Train," remembering the 1968 TV Special

https://www.graceland.com/quotes-about-elvis

]]> 2020-03-31 21:07:08 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485428306 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485430225 “...a style and panache that come close to pure magic. Lithe, raunchy, the sweat pouring down his face, he now moves with the precision of an athlete, the grace of a dancer...flamboyant and flashy, sexy and self-mocking, he works with the instincts of a genius to give poetry to the basic rock performance.”

- W.A. Harbinson, From his 1975 book "The Illustrated Elvis" in a passage reflecting upon Elvis' 1969 Vegas engagement

https://www.graceland.com/quotes-about-elvis

]]> 2020-03-31 21:08:38 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485430225 “Elvis is the greatest cultural force in the twentieth century. He introduced the beat to everything, music, language, clothes, it’s a whole new social revolution - the 60’s comes from it.” - dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485432180 Leonard Bernstein 1960's

https://www.graceland.com/quotes-about-elvis]]> 2020-03-31 21:10:18 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485432180 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485439471 "When I was a kid, I loved Elvis. He was the ultimate in cool. Every guy wanted to be Elvis, me included."

- Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

https://www.graceland.com/quotes-about-elvis

]]> 2020-03-31 21:16:32 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485439471 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485441069 "It’s insane the charisma he had. I’ve never seen anything like it to this day.”

- Faith Hill

https://www.graceland.com/quotes-about-elvis

]]> 2020-03-31 21:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485441069 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485445865 “Tonight, I would like to pay tribute to the greatest entertainer of all time, Mr. Elvis Presley. Elvis was Las Vegas. And if it wasn’t for him, so many performers like myself would not have the chance to do what we do in this town. He really was the king.”

- Celine Dion

https://www.graceland.com/quotes-about-elvis

]]> 2020-03-31 21:21:42 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485445865 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485513574 'In 1969 Elvis performed his first show at the International to a sold-out crowd and he went on to perform regular engagements at the property for seven years -- a total of 837 consecutive sold-out performances in front of 2.5 million people.'

In this quote its clear the impact and adoration of Elvis and how the Las Vegas is apart of Elvis' image and legacy.

https://www.vegas.com/elvis/

]]> 2020-03-31 22:29:13 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485513574 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485536412 When looking for Elvis inspiration, his white jumpsuit and black quiff with long side burns is the most frequent image. It highlights the impact of this look and is symbolic of how Elvis was viewed by the public. The Rock 'n' Roll, highly glamourized entertainer.]]> 2020-03-31 22:56:57 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485536412 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485582672 This clip shows the intense relationship fans had with Elvis and his image and highlights the love and adoration of the people.
It showcases his important role in the Rock 'n' Roll scene, his connection to fans of all genders and his cultural impact he left on the world.
As well as the emotional impact; the clip shows people's reaction to the news and many say they cried; one person stating 'it was like losing a family member.'

His image is one of global domination and death one of global heart-break.]]> 2020-04-01 00:02:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485582672 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485586706 'When the gates were opened for mourners to view Elvis' body, the crowd was estimated at 20,000. When the gates closed at 6:30 p.m., about 80,000 fans had passed by Elvis' coffin. Many had come from different parts of the country; many from different parts of the world.'

This not only solidifies Elvis' superstar image; popularity and immense fame he had, but also the love the people had for him and the thousands upon thousands that Elvis impacted personally. There was emotional attachment and mass devastation.
https://biography.elvis.com.au/the-death-of-elvis-presley-august-16-1977.shtml]]> 2020-04-01 00:07:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485586706 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485601369 This video shows Priscilla talking about Elvis' love for Graceland and how it was the place he could relax the most. Giving light to Elvis the person and not the Star. ]]> 2020-04-01 00:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485601369 Documentaries dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485622884 Since his death there have been many documentaries of the life of Elvis Presley one of the most recent being 'The Searcher' (2018). As the audience we are buying the physical documentary but also buying into the life of the Elvis being presented to us. We are sold his image who he was an what he was like. However through personal interviews and unseen footage we are provided with authentication as who he is described to be aligns with the way he was and is perceived.]]> 2020-04-01 00:58:10 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485622884 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485632163 Graceland was the one place that Elvis could be himself, beyond the outside world, which is now why since his death Graceland gives fans something to feel close to- as if it was a part of him. Thousands travel every year to visit Graceland to feel close to Elvis, being the second most tourist place after the White House. ]]> 2020-04-01 01:11:28 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485632163 1968 Special dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485644965 The 1968 Comeback Special marked a special place in Elvis' career and stardom. This was his first performance after 7 years and marked a new era for him and his image.
This was the stepping stone to his Las Vegas years. And the film gave airtime to show who Elvis was- his funny personality and natural friendly and cool persona. ]]> 2020-04-01 01:30:41 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485644965 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485646767 Here is a link to the 'Elvis Fan club' even today thousands join together online and offline to celebrate the man that is Elvis Presley. It highlights the relationship between Elvis and fans; both reliant on each. Elvis to give fans joy and for fans to keep his legacy alive.
He transcends generations.]]> 2020-04-01 01:33:25 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485646767 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485664313 His love for his mum and his humour speaks to others, as well as his music. His cool and lovable vibe gives fans insight to the man behind the glitz and glam. This authentication then also feeds his star image; adding to his popularity and success. We see lines between star and person blurred, it is hard to know how much of the image is controlled and how much is the real self. Yet his authentic-ness allows fans to relate to him and in turn places Elvis as his 'true self' and not just a star persona.

]]> 2020-04-01 01:58:04 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485664313 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485675962 Elvis died from heart-attack that was likely caused by his prescription drug addiction. This began during the Las Vegas years, which was the further rise of his fame. Las Vegas was the home of Elvis yet this constant performing and addiction affected the person behind the star image.
His prescription drug addiction contradicts the happy-go lucky, energetic persona that had been his image since his career, but reflected his troubles and demons, that were hidden by his image.]]> 2020-04-01 02:15:14 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485675962 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485679325 Bloopers of the 1968 embodies the fun-loving nature Elvis was known for.]]> 2020-04-01 02:20:04 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485679325 dxk21 https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485680275 This Powerful song and performance highlights not only his ability to connect through his soulful voice but this captivating persona of Elvis.
As a tribute to Martin Luther King, it also gives insight to Elvis the man, his beliefs and hopes of the future. It sheds vulnerability to the star.]]> 2020-04-01 02:21:33 UTC https://padlet.com/dxk21/q8rqkkucul2c/wish/485680275