Elvis Presley is among the world’s most renowned vocalists, an icon of music and popular culture. Born in Tupelo, Mississippi in 1935, Elvis moved to Memphis with his folks when he was thirteen. He was know domestically for his singing talent and called himself “The Hillbilly Cat”. In 1955, he signed to the recording label RCA. This was the age of rock ‘n roll, and Elvis Presley was a massive figure in this sort of music. He was nick-named “Elvis the Pelvis” thanks to his famous gyrations. When he appeared on TV shows of the time, the cameras weren’t permitted to film Presley below the waist. [Read more...]