The Black Roots Of Elvis Presley CD
Where did Elvis Presley find the songs that helped change popular music forever? This fascinating collection provides the answer, bringing together 30 of the Blues, Gospel, Rhythm & Blues and Doo Wop recordings that inspired the King of Rock 'n' Roll.
Elvis was always generous in acknowledging the Black artists who shaped his musical style, regularly naming the singers and musicians whose records filled his collection. Without Elvis, many listeners outside the United States might never have discovered pioneering performers such as Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup, whose That's All Right became Presley's first Sun Records classic.
In the early years of his career, original material was often in short supply, so Elvis naturally turned to songs he already loved, reinterpreting them in his own unmistakable style. Here you'll find the original recordings that inspired many of his greatest performances, featuring legendary artists including Wynonie Harris, The Clovers, Little Junior Parker, Clyde McPhatter & The Drifters, Roy Hamilton, Lloyd Price, Little Richard, Smiley Lewis, Ivory Joe Hunter, Chuck Willis, The Coasters and many more.
More than simply a collection of great music, this is a journey to the very heart of Elvis Presley's musical heritage and an essential companion for anyone who wants to explore the roots of Rock 'n' Roll.
