The King is not dead. Well he is but his business is not. In a never ending cash cow production Elvis Presley Enterprises have just installed a new exhibit
Grasping? Yes. EPE is infamous for their ability to capitalize on anything that moves its hip. That would be Elvis inspired of course. Cha ching!
This newest exhibit brings in the works of others that were ‘inspired’ by Elvis…Artifacts(their word, not mine) include Bono's 'MacPhisto' suit from U2's Zooropa performances, Bob Dylan's leather jacket that appears on the album cover Real Live, James Brown's jumpsuit and vest worn in concert in the 1970s, along with items from Elton John, Trisha Yearwood, Joan Jett, Wanda Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, The Beatles, Katy Perry and many others.
What in rock and roll can NOT be traced back to Elvis? Just curious on the criteria for this.
Amy Grant, displays her personal copy of lyrics for Heartbreak Hotel, handwritten for her by the songwriter, Mae Axton. 'The ink is fading on the page, but the special memory of spending time with one of the great writers who gave Elvis a song to sing never will,' said Grant.
There is another exhibit sure to get ya choked up in sentiment.
But you have to buy the VIP Tour, “Elvis. Through His Daughter's Eyes” opened on February 1. This tour highlights the relationship between Elvis and his only child. Visitors will see numerous items including family photos and home movies that explore her experience of growing up at Graceland and the relationship with her famous father. On display are Presley's baby footprints, clothing, childhood tricycle, record player, crib, gold ID bracelet given to her by Elvis and much more. As well as the last shred of dignity for the King.
Whats next? Elvis, the underwear collection? Join us from cotton diapers to Xlarge briefs…
It infuriates me. For the record and before the hate (or maybe his fans aren’t quite as psychotic as other early day rocker fans?) I am a huge Elvis fan. Lived and worked on EP Boulevard and consider him to be one of the must influential human beings (more than just music!) in pop culture. I consider myself well versed in his life and times and to this day hold him in high regard. This is what makes things like this so painful.
There is black velvet Elvis and there is sad bursts of ‘increase revenue’ moves such as these.
RIP King, on behalf of your true fans… I’m sorry. This video is pathetic.