“Merry Christmas Baby” — Elvis Presley and Gretchen Wilson Bring a Little Memphis Blues to Christmas
phil Not every Christmas song belongs beside a quiet fireplace. Some belong on a jukebox. Some need the lights turned down, the guitar…
“Blue Christmas” — How Elvis Presley Turned Holiday Heartache Into an American Christmas Tradition
There are Christmas records that make a room feel brighter. Elvis Presley’s “Blue Christmas” does something more complicated. The moment that unmistakable…
“Crawfish” — Elvis Presley and Kitty White’s Sultry New Orleans Duet From King Creole
Some Elvis Presley songs announce themselves with a guitar riff or a burst of rock-and-roll energy. “Crawfish” begins with something far more…
“If I Can Dream” — The Night Elvis Presley Sang Like He Had Something to Prove
There are Elvis Presley performances you remember because of the song. “If I Can Dream” is different. You remember the man standing…
“The Lady Loves Me” — Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret’s Playful Battle of Charm in Viva Las Vegas
Some duets are built around harmony. Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret’s “The Lady Loves Me” is built around disagreement—and that is exactly what…
“Jailhouse Rock” — The Elvis Presley Record That Still Sounds Like Rock ’n’ Roll Breaking Loose
Some records slowly settle into your memory. Elvis Presley’s “Jailhouse Rock” kicks the door open. The instant that hard, unmistakable guitar-and-drum introduction…
“Today, Tomorrow and Forever” — Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret’s Tender Duet From the Viva Las Vegas Sessions
Some Elvis Presley recordings announce themselves with swagger. Others survive because of something much quieter. “Today, Tomorrow and Forever,” featuring Elvis and…
“Burning Love” — The 1972 Elvis Presley Hit That Proved the King Could Still Set the Radio on Fire
There are Elvis Presley songs that begin gently and invite you closer. “Burning Love” does almost the opposite. From its opening guitar…
“You’re the Boss” — Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret’s Playful Duet That Waited Decades to Be Heard
There is a particular kind of magic in hearing two performers who clearly understand how to play off one another. Elvis Presley…
“Suspicious Minds” — The Elvis Presley Comeback Classic That Still Sounds Like a Heart Fighting for Love
Some Elvis Presley records sound unmistakably tied to their era. “Suspicious Minds” somehow still sounds like it is happening right now. From…