I will not be making a habit of posting two blogs in one day, but I felt the need to acknowledge today. 33 years ago today, Elvis died. I am aware some of the readers might not appreciate his contribution to the music industry, I, however, do and because this is MY spot on the web you will have to just deal.
Elvis brought to the white music industry something no one dared to do. He shook his hips too much and rocked whatever house he was in. He took what he learned in African American churches...the soul of music...and introduced it to white suburbia. Music was never the same. His passion to do what he loved and his talent to do it well is what made Elvis great. Sadly, his life was cut short by his living on the edge mentality and addictions. I do recognize that he was not the beginning. There were some talented African American musicians who were doing the same thing. Elvis brought it to the masses though. He mainstreamed it in a way only he could.
In memory of a legend...i dedicate this post!
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