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Elvis
wanted to do something to let the younger generations
know that there was more to life than the
way of fast living.
We remember Elvis' spirituality and philanthropic
deeds, which were unending with time. His love of
humanity and his open heart and constant caring made
him a true hero, the stuff legends are made of.
Today, little children are drawn to Elvis. Years after
his passing his soul reaches
out to them through the magic of his music. Elvis
is truly an inspiration to the young,
as he is to the young at heart. Please
take the time to visit a sick child and bring them
joy.
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 The
latest book by Larry Geller, one of Elvis' most loyal companions,
tells about the spiritual nature of the man who is, today,
patronized
almost to the heights of Sainthood. Elvis
did have a few special gifts, as Larry enlightens us about
this side of the legend that fans never knew. The book is
honest and full of sentiment and charm. Please click on the
link to read more and to visit Larry's website where you can
purchase
"Leaves of Elvis' Garden"
Read Excerpts from
Wanda June Hill's book,
"We Remember, Elvis" HERE>>
Purchase
copies through our site at:
elviscousin@comcast.net
 Elvis
at a time when music
was already an inspiration to him, yet the climatic pro-fession
to come was not yet a vision in this young teen's eyes A definitive
hope, along with a voice and a bold determination can be seen
in those dreamy eyes! Elvis rarely ever listened to his own
music! While he would spend hours listening to records, none
of them were his own. He never watched his own movies other
than on rare occasion. His favorite Elvis Presley movie was
"King Creole,"his first,
truly serious/dramatic role.
submitted by Scott Presley
Taking time away from the
music, Elvis often could be spotted riding through Memphis on
his motorcycles. He always waved to the crowds. One Presley
cousin remembers standing on a corner with her parents in Memphis
when Elvis came riding by and waved to her. Deb, born and raised
in Memphis, a child at the time, didn't suspect that her Presley
family was related to Elvis! Deborah is from the Barney Harrison
Presley line through his son, Elisha Presley.
Our own
Scott
Presley
with
Charlie
Hodge.
Thank you,
Scott!
Scott also submitted
to us the rare photo below of Elvis at his very first, actual
performance at the Eagles Club in Memphis.
Elvis at the record shop. He was
an avid record collector, of other artists other than himself.
Below, Elvis enjoys shopping, another favorite pastime.
Step
Inside Elvis' Living Room>>
...and read about the stories from family
and friends. Learn facinating facts that
you never knew.
SUZANNA LEIGH, A FRIEND??
The
Kin of Rock and Roll
founder met
Suzanna Leigh down in Memphis and was presented with this lovely
photo by
Suzanna. Having purchased two books from Suzanna, and having
exchanged great conversation several times with her since, I
have yet to receive the two books, and when I contacted Suzanna
again to ask about them, I was given a sad story only to learn
from friends in Memphis that the books were readily available
and being sold down in Memphis during Elvis week.
Suzanna Leigh, you have very little respect for the Presley
name and for the memory of our cousin, Elvis.
Oh, and Suzanna, if you by any chance are reading this, we would
like our monies returned to us immediately. Thank you!
SPECIAL PHOTOS
see...the
poolroom
the Organ Elvis' played on the
morning of
August 16, 1977
NOTE:
Please be advised that The Kin of Rock
and Roll will advertise for those only who show positive loyalty
to the memory
of Elvis Presley, and respect to the Presley family members,
extended family members, and allied kin of Elvis. All others
need not apply. Thank you.
In today's
world, when the stress of war
and terrorism prevails, some things that are constant remain.
God. He gave us Angels to help ease our struggles. One of them
was Elvis Presley. How do I know?
When there is pain on a child's face, and
she hears Elvis sing, a smile lights her and she forgets for
a single moment that there ever was pain.
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The Kin of Rock and Roll
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"..Without
a song the day would never end. Without a song a man
ain't got a friend. Without a song...without a song...So
I keep on singing a song."~
Elvis Presley |
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Music
is of the soul.
The Presley family has, overthe years, offered it's
share of family musicians
ranging from piano
players to vocalists,to instrumentalists in Bluegrass
and other musical groups.Music, for some families, is
in the blood.
We are proud that one of our own gave his soul to the
world, his soulful voice to the generations.In
Elvis memory, honor the history of music and continue
to play the songs.
 Becky
Martin, left, was Elvis' childhood friend. With her
is Miss Oleta Grimes, Elvis' 5th grade teacher. It
was Miss Grimes who urged Elvis to sing "Old
Shep" at the festival contest in Tupelo. Miss
Grimes believed in Elvis' talent as a youngster and
was probably not surprised when he later became a
famous entertainer.
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The original trio, Scotty Moore,
Elvis,
and Bill Black. Their style and music is so much a
part of Elvis' history. Scotty is
still going strong and we are grateful.
Please be sure to check out Scotty Moore's website:
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History
in Music ~
Elvis and the Jordanaires
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Presley
and Holly: The Day
The Music Met
 Elvis
and Buddy Holly:
The King of Rock and Roll and the Father of Rock and
Roll Did Meet and Share Stories. Read more about
it
HERE>>
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Presley and Dean: Striking Similarities
 One
of the early actors Elvis truly
admired was
James Dean.
Read More>>
Presley
and Lewis: Two King
of Hearts
The King of Rock
and
Roll and the King of Comedy. See what they had in common.
More>>
Presley and Lewis:
A
Special
Tribute
 Gary
Lewis, the oldest
son of comedian, Jerry Lewis had his own group in the 1960's,
Gary Lewis and The Playboys. Find out what this
special person in his own right thought about Elvis.
Read more here>>
Elvis and the Eastside Kids???
Elvis
and History
goes back to visit
the 1960's to
discover intersting facts about Elvis and the Bowery
Boys Very interesting.
QUIZZIES
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Question #1
Did Elvis ever sing
with or meet this famous female entertainer who is...?
the answer>>
Question #2
Elvis'
liked the singing style of Dean Martin.
Do you know which other singer were
Elvis favorites? Check
this out!
Elvis' Favorite Singers>>
Question
#3
Which
beautiful Hollywood actress, friend of many of Elvis' leading
ladies, never met Elvis?
Can
you guess? If not,
look here>>
Question
#4
Elvis'
had many friends and acquaintances from his Hollywood days
who, though never to Graceland, had met with him at Hillcrest
and various other places around the area. One of these friends
was the son of a legendary actor who is still performing
today! Do you know who it is?
See the answer here>>
Read an article by country
and western
singer, Nita Zahn, perhaps the only girl ever to turn down
Elvis Presley for a date! Submitted to us by a loyal fan.
She Turned Down Elvis!
An
Open Letter to Elvis
"A Fool Such As I" sung by Elvis Presley
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