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1) Famous Elvis Quotes
2) About Elvis Presley & other Legends
3) Elvis Fan's Survey Responses
4) Favourite Elvis song lyrics
5) Party Planning tips
6) Sponsored Resources
7) Elvis Trivia
8) Editor’s Notes & Fun stuff
1) Elvis Presley Quotes:
"Some people tap their feet, some people snap their fingers, and some people sway back and forth. I just sorta do ▒em all together, I guess."
-Elvis in 1956, talking about his way of moving on stage.
"A lot of people have accused Elvis of stealing the black man’s music, when in fact, almost every black solo entertainer copied his stage mannerisms from Elvis."
Jackie Wilson
"You have no idea how great he is, really you don’t. You have no comprehension — it’s absolutely impossible. I can’t tell you why he’s so great, but he is. He’s sensational."
Phil Spector
"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."
Leonard Bernstein,
1960's.
Lisa Marie Quotes
∙ I guess having kids when you're young, you have to grow up with them. I had my daughter at 21. They had to watch me go through stuff. It's like, "I'm still finding my way, and I made a lot of mistakes."
∙ I guess I don't get inspired to write when I'm happy. And I don't respond to music that I don't feel was honestly pulled from a genuine place. I'm very much influenced by Roger Waters and Pink Floyd.
∙ I had anything but a happy childhood. Two words: lonely and deep. I was very lonely and way too deep for someone so young.
2) Elvis Presley & other Legends
Dee Presley
While in Germany, Dee made a phone call to clerk at the Grunewald and was connected to the Presley room, when the call was answered Dee asked to speak to Elvis, much to her surprise Elvis had answered the call.
Dee introduced herself also mentioning that to Elvis that he may know her husband, who is an officer at the base. As she spoke welcoming Elvis to Germany, and offering her condolences for the loss of his mother, Gladys. Dee then lifting the sprit of the phone call, and invited Elvis and his family for a home cooked supper, one night.
Elvis asked Dee to call back on the coming Monday, as he was going to be out of town, and it would also give him a chance to speak to his daddy about it.
Bill surprised Dee with a visit to the base to meet Elvis Presley, Dee was quite surprised at her husband doing this for her because like many husbands knowing their wives liked Elvis, that would be the last thing they would encourage, meeting Elvis Presley.
But as it turned out Elvis wasn’t on the post that day, Elvis was able to spend his evenings and weekends off base as long as he wasn’t on special duty. Dee picked up the phone and made the call to Elvis on the Monday as previously arranged with Elvis.
Elvis invited Dee for coffee at the hotel. When Dee arrived at the lobby in the hotel she was expecting to see Elvis waiting at the balcony. A mans voice then spoke from behind her saying, "Mrs. Stanley," as she turned to answer, she was face to face with Vernon Presley.
Vernon and Dee both stood in silence, unable to respond to one another for a short time. Dee was very nervous for she worried that she would say something silly and embarrass herself.
They then went into the main dinning room for coffee, Dee would also met Minnie Mae Presley. While they sat chatting over coffee Dee and Vernon hardly blinked as the eye contact between them was obvious something was happening. Dee felt an instant attraction to Vernon. She found herself studying Vernon’ face, seeing traces of much sadness, but that is to be expected with the loss of his wife Gladys.
But there in his sparkling blue eyes, Dee felt something in this man that was warm and loving. There were feelings Dee began having being in Vernon’s company that she had only known to have with her husband, and although it worried her the attraction towards Vernon were very real and made it difficult to ignore them.
After the coffee, Vernon walked Dee to her car. Just as she was about to get into her car, Vernon took hold of Dee putting his arm around her waist with deep eye contact while telling her how happy he was they had met. Then he said with confidence, " I’m sure we will be seeing one another again very soon."
Elvis was unable to make the coffee meeting, and it wasn’t until Dee was on her drive home, that she come to realize she hadn’t even given not meeting Elvis another thought. As Dee seemed to be preoccupied with other thoughts.
The very next day Dee received a call from Vernon Presley, arranging to all go out together, Dee was a little more at ease knowing her husband was involved in the date. Dee thought it really strange with the friendship that developed between Bill and Vernon in such a short time, it was almost instant.
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3) This month’s top Fan Survey Responses:
First Name: Michael
Country: United States
1. How and when did you first hear about Elvis Presley?
: I was around five years old, My step father worked for RCA and he brought home the newest Elvis 8-track tape.
2. What was it that got you hooked on Elvis?
: I was hooked when I saw the Aloha show via satellite.
3. If Elvis were alive, what would you like to say to him or ask him?
: I would be speechless, to even meet the man would be a true honor.
4. WHICH is your favourite Elvis Presley song or movie?
: Favorite movie, tough one. Have to be King Creole and Charro. Favorite song is harder, Promised land, peace in the valley.
5. WHY is it your favourite?
: King Creole cause he shows him self. Charro cause he breaks out of the goofy movie rolls. All his music is awesome.
6. Who do you think Elvis loved most in his life, his greatest love?
: God, His Mother, Lisa, Cilla
7. Where were you and what were you doing when you heard that Elvis had died?
: I was working and heard and had to run home to tell my mom.
8. Why do you think Elvis still attracts new fans every year, even long after his death?
: His Music still fits in the world it is not like disco or punk. People still relate to his music it is timeless.
9. Do you collect Elvis music or memorabilia?
: Yes, Music, Movies, Books, Figurines
11. How would you rate our Elvis Presley Biography site?
: Very Good
12. Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve this site for Elvis's fans?
: More, More oh and More. Elvis is the first and the last of his kind. There will never be another like him, period end of story.
Hi Michael
Thank you for your comments on our survey. Elvis Presley’s music will go on forever, his music and memory will continue to be honored all over the world for Elvis is and always will be "KING".
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First Name: Casey
Country: United States
1. How and when did you first hear about Elvis Presley?:
From my dad, he is a big fan. He listens to his music and watches his videos.
2. What was it that got you hooked on Elvis?:
He is a very handsome man and a wonderful voice.
3. If Elvis were alive, what would you like to say to him or ask him?:
" Elvis, you changed music and you are probably still to this day the best entertainer of all time"
4. WHICH is your favourite Elvis Presley song or movie?:
Movie- viva las vegas
song-jailhouse rock
5. WHY is it your favourite? :
Viva las Vegas that is the best movie i love the story line and charecters.
Song is fun and has a good beat to it, makes me want to dance
6. Who do you think Elvis loved most in his life, his greatest love?:
I think it was music and playing the guitar.
7. Where were you and what were you doing when you heard that Elvis had died?:
i was not born yet
8. Why do you think Elvis still attracts new fans every year,
even long after his death?:
He is a legend and will always be, he was an amazing person in all that he accomplished in his life and people reolize that.
9. Do you collect Elvis music or memorabilia?
Yes, Music, Movies, Posters, Ceramics
11. How would you rate our Elvis Presley Biography site?
Very Good
12. Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve this site for Elvis's fans?:
no it is very informative on every aspect of Elvis' life.
Hey Casey,
Firstly i would like to thank you for your imput with our survey, Elvis will for ever be a legend, not only for the entertainer he was but for the man he was, and there is still so much more to know.
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4) Favourite Elvis song Lyrics for
Jail House Rock
This new feature of our ezine is for karaoke superstars & the fans that just like to sing-along with the King.
(words & music by jerry leiber — mike stoller)
The warden threw a party in the county jail.
The prison band was there and they began to wail.
The band was jumpin and the joint began to swing.
You shouldve heard those knocked out jailbirds sing.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.
Spider murphy played the tenor saxophone,
Little joe was blowin on the slide trombone.
The drummer boy from illinois went crash, boom, bang,
The whole rhythm section was the purple gang.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.
Number forty-seven said to number three:
Youre the cutest jailbird I ever did see.
I sure would be delighted with your company,
Come on and do the jailhouse rock with me.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.
The sad sack was a sittin on a block of stone
Way over in the corner weepin all alone.
The warden said, hey, buddy, dont you be no square.
If you cant find a partner use a wooden chair.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.
Shifty henry said to bugs, for heavens sake,
No ones lookin, nows our chance to make a break.
Bugsy turned to shifty and he said, nix nix,
I wanna stick around a while and get my kicks.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.
5) Party Planner tips:
"Food for Thought: Thoughts for Food Party Planning"
This new feature of our ezine is a bonus home entertaining guide for all you party animals.
Without question, the most essential part of the party is the food.
You need to know the quantity.
You need to know what liquor to serve and the other party accessories and staples to provide.
You even must take the guests into consideration before starting out with that recipe.
Indeed, it is not that easy to plan the food for the party.
But just like anything else, all you must have is some guide to help you through.
Here are some tips that will prove helpful the next time you throw a party:
1. Remember the cardinal rule: for every person, you need a pound of food for snacks and one and a half pounds for the actual meal.
For the appetizers, prepare at least five for each guest.
Use the one and a half pounds per guest rule for the dips and the fondue.
Check out our Recipes directory for a huge selection of appetizer & party recipes.
2. For the beverages, remember that the quantity of the cocktails or beers will vary depending on the number of guests.
Consider how long the party will be, how strong the beverages are, how rowdy the crowd is before you note the quantity.
Remember to equip your party with the following: liquor, mixers, ice, cocktail napkins and enough glasses so the guests won't have to stick with their dirty ones all the time.
Our Drinks Recipes page and Wine Appreciation Guide will give you tons of beverage & cocktail recipes as well as help on how to serve wines.
3. Master recipe conversion.
This is basic stuff: a liter is equivalent to 4 and 1/4 cups, 3 teaspoons equate to a tablespoon and a pint means two cups.
See the recipes article with all the conversions, and our free cookbook has a huge conversions section for download.
4. Start as early as possible.
Plan six weeks before the actual date of the party.
Know what type of party it is, the recipes needed and other purchases you need to make.
5. Buy non-perishable items first for practical reasons.
6. Invest in kitchen equipment and other food processors.
Get mixers, blenders, food processors and choppers.
Guaranteed you will never have regrets once you buy these time-saving devices.
Our Kitchen Essentials article will provide you with details of the kitchen essentials
7. Rent glassware, cutlery, china and linen if needed.
Remember that in a party, it is not just about the food.
You need to impress, so if you do not have china available, borrow from friends or rent.
8. Know what food your guests will like.
Be sensitive to your guests' needs and wants.
It is important if you find out if any of them has food allergies.
Food party planning is half science, half art.
It needs a lot of skills, precision, creativity and fun!
Everything pays off when your guests have nothing but praises for your food and your party.
Free Party Planner & Entertaining Guide with hundreds of articles & recipes for how to plan a party and special events, including a wine appreciation guide with drink recipes too. Simple party planning etiquette tips & meal ideas with help on how to cook easy recipes from our free International & Mediterranean foods cookbook download.
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I ACTUALLY LAUGHED OUT LOUD AT SOME OF THESE SHORT & SWEET STATEMENTS ........it's actually what they DON'T say, that gets your imagination going about HOW these kids "learned" these "lessons"....
Don't flush the john when your dad's in the shower.
Lamar, age 10
Never ask for anything that costs more than $5 when your parents
are doing taxes.
Carol, age 9
When your dad is mad and asks you, "Do I look stupid?" don't
answer him.
Heather, age 16
Never tell your mom her diet's not working.
Michael, age 14
Don't pick on your sister when she's holding a baseball bat.
Joel, age 12
When you get a bad grade in school, show it to your mom when
she's on the phone.
Alyesha, age 13
Never spit when on a roller coaster.
Scott, age 11
Listen to your brain. It has lots of information.
Chelsey, age 7
Stay away from prunes.
Randy, age 9
Forget the cake, go for the icing.
Cynthia, age 8
Never try to baptize a cat.
Laura, age 13
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Wishing you all the very best for the month ahead, and thank you again for contributing your stories on our Elvis Presley biography Survey of his fans!