The King's single soon became the number one hit in all of United States musical charts. Elvis released his first single titled 'Heartbreak Hotel' under the umbrella of RCA Victor in the year 1956, in January.
RCA Victor acquired his contract in a deal in which Colonel Tom Parker was involved. Presley was an early popularizer of rockabilly, an uptempo, backbeat-driven fusion of country music and rhythm and blues.Įlvis Presley was managed by Colonel Tom Parker for over twenty years. Elvis Presley was soon accompanied by bassist Bill Black and guitarist Scotty Moore.
He started a collaboration with Sam Philips, owner of Sun Records. Presley's musical career was started in the year 1954, at the age of 19. He inspired generations of singers, musicians and actors with his voice and acting skills. Elvis Presley was an icon of the 20th century. He is also known after the 'the King of Rock and Roll', or simply, 'the King' aliases.
He was a renowned American musician, actor and most of all, singer. Elvis Aaron Presley, better known after his infamous stage name Elvis Presley, was born on the 8th of January 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, United States of America.
