#Elvis concerts

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bringing this back because I’m still not over how he pulled the second girl in 😩

courtesy of dontbeecruel on twitter

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16,400 fans showed up in Greensboro, NC on March 13th 1974 for another sold out stop on the tour. Elvis noted to the crowd that night that they were one of the wildest and most appreciative audiences yet. At one point Elvis asked that the house lights be turned down so that he could see his fans ... and spotted sitting on a chair was a child dressed in a white sequined jumpsuit complete with cape.  In order to get a closer look at the boy, Elvis had the father and son brought up on to the stage. And as Elvis bent over to see the boy's costume he put a hand on the little boy's head and said, "Get him out of here! He's dressed better than I am." provoking a roar of approval from the crowd as Elvis presented the mini-Elvis with a blue scarf.    

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On February 14th, 1977, as part of a ten-day winter tour, Elvis played the Bayfront Arena, St Petersburg, Florida. A part of the show was captured at the soundboard and bootlegged.

The St Petersburg Times;

“…A packed house - 8355 strong - probably set a Bayfront Arena gate receipts record Monday night because of the prices. Money means nothing when The King is in town. For Elvis Presley's righteously dedicated fans, Valentine's Day 1977 was special in St. Petersburg. Only five months after his last visit to the Bayfront, The Big E proved (as if he needs to) that he is a top draw at any time at any price…”

The reviewer conceded that tickets hadn’t sold out quite as fast as they had for Elvis’ previous event, but described his showmanship, self-assurance and rapport with the fans as ‘as powerful as ever’. The report noted that it was the same show as on the previous occasion, and observed that intermission seemed to be extended to allow maximum time for the hawking of merchandise. Elvis’ weight, often cause for commentary around this period, was also addressed, but not unkindly;

“…Is he fat? A question asked too often about the world-famous and once-skinny pelvis-shaker. Answer: A little, but not enough to discredit his amazing talent and accomplishments. Elvis carries himself well these days, better than he did on his tours in 1975 and 1976, when the paunch was a bit larger and the singer a bit subdued…. Certainly he is no longer the duck-tailed shaking kid who dominated an entire generation of pop music lovers. But he is a charismatic, polished and confident show-biz phenomenon to this day. Elvis is a benevolent king, who did not disappoint those who paid to see him smile, sing and hand out scarves…”

Elvis himself conceded that the freezing weather was presenting challenges, but promised to give the best show they could. He had a little fun with Tony Brown at the piano before an improvised Blueberry Hill, and there is a very nice vibe generally with an enthusiastic and responsive audience.

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ADDITIONAL INFO: ✨ Elvis Presley Interviewed in Waco, Texas ✨ April, 1956 ✨

Besides his fans reactions to him, Elvis also talked about having frequent nightmares (he dreamed about being "about to fight somebody or about to be in a car wreck or breaking things. — Know what I mean, honey?"), and about his first movie, about his kind of music and so on. In the article this interview was printed, the reporter, Bea Ramirez, described how El was behaving during the interview time, like, acting absentminded, almost as if daydreaming some times. It's an interesting interview. Our little boy is fantastic. ♥ You can read the full article on this interview it here. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Elvis at Heart O' Texas Coliseum, Waco, TX 🏜️

Elvis first played Waco on a Louisiana Hayride show on April 23, 1955. A year later he was a rock ’n’ roll phenomenon when he performed his second show at the city on April 17, 1956. ✨ The interview above happened minutes before Elvis going onstage for this performance. If not enough, the interview was performed from the inside of his Cadillac. Very unique. ✨ Six months later he played there again in October 12, 1956.

Other great artists to perform at this very site were Little Richard, Fats Domino, Bill Haley and the Comets, The Platters, and many others.

On the October 12, 1956 show, Elvis was dressed in a green jacket with matching tie, dark pants, and blue suede shoes.

✨ Read more about his October, 1956 performance in Waco, TX, here and here ✨ and everything - I mean everything - about Elvis' other gigs in the city, you can read in here. ✨

“Elvis, have you any idea what started the girls going crazy over you?”

“No, I don’t. I guess it’s just something God gave me. I believe that, you know. Know what I mean, honey? And I’m grateful. Only I’m afraid. Afraid I’ll go out like a light, just like I came on. Know what I mean, honey?”

Elvis interview from 1956, titled, “Know What I Mean?”

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Fan interactions with Elvis

okay but imagine being able to say you got your forehead kissed by Elvis when you were thirteen 😩

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Elvis Presley wearing the Totem Pole 'Gypsy" suit. 1975.

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On March 17th, 1976, Elvis hit the road for the first tour of the year, just six days on the road beginning with three consecutive nights in Johnson City, TN, at the 7 000 seat Freedom Hall.

There were some interesting line-up changes; Shane Keister on piano and Larrie Londin on drums. Larrie Londin recalled that they all assembled at Graceland prior to the tour for band rehearsals - Elvis dropped in to say hello and then left. Larrie thought he had gone off to get a soft drink, but it soon became apparent that Elvis wasn't coming back. All their gear was then packed up and shipped to the first venue, and they had to make it up as best they could on stage.

The two new band members were a great combination, and Elvis appeared to particularly like Larrie Londin's individual drumming style, and his friendly attitude. Larrie himself enjoyed the experience, and said this of the communication on stage:

"...Elvis hated drum risers. He wanted the drums on the floor right next to him, as close as possible. He wanted to feel the bass drum kicking him in the ass. He roamed around stage, but at critical moments in the show - tempo changes and endings - he was always right there close - so that I could see him give signals..."

This little clip is Shane Keister's piano solo from Cincinnati on March 21st.

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Me core:

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Elvis is wearing the Black Cisco Kid Jumpsuit with Light Blue Shoulders.

Elvis ending his show in Vegas. Dinner show. September 5, 1971

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September 3, 1974: Elvis goes to the Caesars Palace to attend Tom Jones' concert there. His then girlfriend Sheila Ryan is his date for the night. Note that EP is wearing one of the Beige Leather Two-piece suits he wore during the summer for his Las Vegas concerts that year. A karate ghee is on top of the stage costume. By the end of Tom Jones' show, Elvis goes up onstage and gives the audience a brief karate practice exhibition (picture 4).

(Below) Elvis performing at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel, Las Vegas, NV. Summer of 1974 (August-September).

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thinking about the time a little girl surprised Elvis by going on stage while he was mid-song and his initial reaction was to immediately hug her 😭 ♡

(footage from his concert on December 30, 1976)

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sad days with y/n - 1970´s elvis

You've never experienced long-term happiness before. You've had great days that even turned into happy, delightful weeks - which you were thankful for as you were finally able to spend your energy on the people you loved. But when those happy days turned into sudden pits of endless sorrow, you felt guilty and as powerless as ever.

Why did you feel like this? You thought of a necklace and the love of your life bought it for you without batting an eye. Business class, shoes, hair, makeup and even an entire room with every book that your little heart desired.

Why did you feel like this?

You sighed as you gazed out of the large window, shiny Las Vegas lights blinked every now and then. People's chatter mixed with loud thoughts running in your head. You couldn't even concentrate on what the wives were saying, let alone at the grand entrance Elvis made in the room after another one of his magnificent shows.

"—and Joe kept complaining at the pair of shoes I bought the week before we departed for Vegas.", Joanie tapped her cigarette on the ashtray. Patty nodded in understanding and lit up her own cigarette.

"Red's been the same.", she rolled her eyes. "Like I haven't given him a son just months ago. That's the excuse I like to use anyways."

The chit chat went on for another hot minute and you couldn't help but sigh.

"How about you y/n? You and Elvis thinking of having a couple?", you blinked at Joanie's words.

"Sorry?"

"I meant if you were thinking of having kids.", if it weren't for your pitiful mood you would've blushed.

"We never talked about it, no.", you shook your head. "Now that he's started performing again a-and with the tours... I wouldn't wanna do it on my own.", you gave a brief explanation. Joanie and Pat exchanged a look, making you frown a little.

"You really think that Elvis would take some time off to stay with you?", she asked with irony laced in her voice.

Your lips parted. "When the baby comes, yes. I'm not expecting him to be 24/7 with me all throughout my pregnancy.", you said honestly.

"Oh, honey.", Patty shook her head and took a sip of her drink. "A man like Elvis Presley would never leave the luxury of a Vegas hotel and the love of thousands of fans for — don't take it personally — for a baby."

At this point your night couldn't take a worse turn. You hadn't been feeling your best and now they were trying to convince you not to have a baby with Elvis. Like the baby would've been neglected by a man like him. It secretly made you wonder if your dreams of Elvis being a wonderful and caring father would ever come true.

"You're telling me that Red didn't take some time off to be with you and your baby?", you raised an eyebrow.

"Honey, he's Elvis' bodyguard. In no universe would he have been by my side.", she said, nodding. Her eyes wandering outside as if she was reliving every single thing she went through. "Giving birth alone, taking care of the baby alone, feeding the baby alone... It's a lonely life."

"For the wife of the Mafia.", Joe added in. "But for the wife of the King..."

"It's even lonelier.", Patty finished off and sighed, her now finished cigarette on the ashtray. "Shame you don't smoke y/n, it's a great stress reliever.", she stood up and dusted off her skirt. "I'll back in a sec.", she exchanged a knowing look with Joanie, who reluctantly stood up. They knew what happened if they left the King's wife all by her lonesome. But they had already screwed up the moment they started talking.

"Yeah, I'll go grab another drink.", Joe offered you a tightlipped smile. "You want anything, y/n?", you shook your head and gazed outside the large window once again. You sighed and gulped as you felt salty tears form in your eyes. You let out a few shaky breaths and then decided to stand up and leave the party. Grabbing your purse and wiping the fallen tears away, a voice interrupted your actions.

"Hey honey.", it was him. It almost made you want to burst out in tears. You turned around and automatically smiled at the pretty face looking back at you.

"Hey my love.", you placed a hand on his cheek and tenderly kissed his lips. "Great show, like always.", you complimented, offering the best smile you could muster. But it seemed like he had already caught up on the glistening tears in your eyes.

"Thank you baby.", he said lowly and placed another kiss on your lips. Elvis gently took hold of your hand. "Let's go somewhere quieter for a moment, yes?", you simply nodded, not understanding why he would leave his own party. Jerry was quick to approach him, but Elvis waved him off.

"I'll come back later.", he justified and led you both in another room. "Go sit on that couch, honey.", you followed his words and sat down on the couch facing the large Vegas window. You sighed once again and that's when you realized he was going to confront you as to why you weren't as socially active as every other wife was.

Or perhaps he was going to compare you to the other girlfriends he had.

"What's the matter with you, lovie?", his finger gently moved your chin in his direction. You sighed, not being able to meet those baby blues. "Mhm? Honey?", another shaky sigh escaped your pink lips.

"C'mon baby, deep breaths for me.", Elvis grasped your hand and squeezed it — that was when everything started crumbling.

"It's been— It's been so hard lately, Elvis.", tears were now rolling down your cheeks as the built up tension was suddenly released. His hand was no longer on yours as your body was now engulfed by his own. How could you have doubted this man?

"I feel— I feel so fucking sad all the time I-I don't know what to do.", you confessed through your sobs. Though Elvis chose to remain silent and let you continue. "Then the girls said— The girls said that if we had a baby... You would leave me to care for it on my own.", that was when your gaze met his. "I can't raise a baby without you, Elvis. I can't.", you buried your face in his chest, desperately seeking for his familiar warmth.

Elvis' hand rubbed up and down your back, bringing you impossibly closer to him. His thoughts brought him reminders of the couple of days where he wasn't able to check up on you as he usually would. He was aware he was your comfort person and yet he chose to prioritize his career over your wellbeing. Elvis knew you would never resent him for that — you were his very own cheerleader. Yet he couldn't help but feel like he let you down — to the point of little, glistening tears rolling down your usual rosy cheeks.

And those women letting you believe he wouldn't be there for you when your little bundle of joy would eventually come along? They were going to pay. But there was a warm, fuzzy feeling in his tummy at the mention of you two having a yittle baby of your own. A little baby that would be the perfect mix of you and him. Those women were able to turn something so beautiful into something so fearful to you.

"I'm sorry I wasn't there for you, Satnin.", his finger grazed your teary cheeks. "With the new tour and the death threats— I just wanted to keep ya safe—"

You jolted up, giving him a confused look. "Death threats? Elvis!", but his eyes remained in yours, now proud you were finally able to look at him.

"You're telling me you would've been able to handle that information, baby?", Elvis raised an eyebrow and you lowly huffed, muttering a little "no".

"But still. You should've told me. I could've helped.", you justified and wiped a tear away. Elvis still gave you that look.

"Yeah because little miss over here was also open enough to tell me what's going on in her pretty head.", he tapped your temple, making you look down. "Little one, look at me.", another finger brought your chin up once again. "You need to understand that your emotions are in no way too much or not enough to tell me. You'll feel so much better afterwards, don't you?", you nodded and sighed, realizing that all of this could've been avoided with an honest conversation.

"I love you.", Elvis said firmly. "And it hurts seeing my best girl like this.", he placed a tender kiss on your lips, your eyes fluttering shut at his action. "Promise me you'll tell me everything from now on?", he showed you his pinky, making a small grin appear on your lips.

"You're silly.", you said in a light tone, but your words made his heart soar and his lips smile the biggest smile.

"Only for you, honey.", Elvis hooked your pinky with his and brought them closer to his lips, placing a small kiss on top. He suddenly furrowed, remembering a topic he forgot to mention to you. "Y/N?"

You looked his way and softly hummed.

"You do know that those bitches know nothing about you and I, right?"

You complained at the choice of words. "Elvis—"

"When the time comes for us to have a mini us...", he trailed off, mindlessly playing with the rings around your fingers. You fought back a small smile at his anxiety-led actions. "I would take off all the time we need. There ain't no way you're raising our child on your own, honey.", his eyes searched for yours and his honesty touched your heart.

It should be a given for a parent to take care of their child — but with Elvis and the world he has created for his fans, family and friends, it was a little more challenging. That's why you appreciated his words. Though only time will tell.

"Thank you, baby.", you said, letting your finger wander on his jaw. You placed your lips on his and then pulled away, feeling your heart as light as a feather. "I don't know what I would've done without you.", you confessed and he pouted.

"What would I do without you, honey?"

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Following on from a two-week Las Vegas engagement in March, Elvis kicked off his first arena tour in six months at Macon (GA) Coliseum, on April 24th, 1975. Part of the show was recorded at the soundboard and bootlegged.

There was huge local excitement about Elvis coming to town. One local paper reported that Elvis' entourage included twenty bodyguards, and they had booked out the entire top floor of the local Hilton, the transport arrangements having included a large private jet, blue and yellow Cadillac limousines and a chartered greyhound coach. Hotel staff told the paper that Elvis nearly took a tumble on a slippery floor while accessing the hotel through the kitchen, but took it in good humour.

The Macon Telegraph reported;

"…Elvis Presley, who has been selling out auditoriums and arenas for 20 years, did it again in Macon Thursday night before a crowd of 10,242 persons, who travelled from all over the Southeast to hear the legendary performer sing…At 9.40 p.m, Presley walked up the eight steps leading to the five foot high, 32 by 40 foot stage and the overflow crowd burst into yells, tears, screams and roaring applause…The performer immediately began singing See See Rider, which was followed by I Got A Woman. He paused after these two numbers and introduced himself to the elated crowd as Johnny Cash. That drew a tremendous round of laughter and applause…Presley, wearing a blue suit with silver sequins, followed those songs with 15 others, including such favourites as Love Me, Burning Love and Let Me Be There…Presley left the stage amidst thundering applause and thrilled fans who stretched over the balcony trying to touch the performer…"

It’s an interesting set-list, with the emphasis on more contemporary material. This mix is a little different with piano dominating in the rock numbers, and actually overpowering the vocal in some parts.

The tour extended through to May 7th, and included a benefit show in Jackson for victims of a recent Tornado in McComb, MS.