Elvis fans stories. How did you become an Elvis Presley fan?

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The fan story of: Nicole, 19

I became a fan of Elvis when I first watched "Elvis - That's the way it is" (Special edition) when I was 12 years old. I'm a fan of him because I fell in love with him. I will always love Elvis Aaron Presley.

Nicole

The fan story of: Lynn Reeve, 55

I have been an Elvis fan since 1966 when I first saw him in the movie Roustabout on TV. I didnt know who he was until then. Elvis sure did look handsome in the blue jacket he wore. Now it is 2010 I am still hooked as ever. I say to all the people who dont like Elvis change your minds he was and still is the greatest singer and actor that ever lived. I went to Memphis, Tennessee in 1975 when I saw Elvis at his home Graceland. I will never forget that day. Thank you to the one and only king of rock and roll for making my dreams come true on 15th of september 1975. I will always listen to your many songs and watch your movies.

LYNN REEVE

The fan story of: Amber, 19

Growing up my Father always played Elvis when he would drive me and my brother around. I fell in love with his music. I have three of his cd's in my car && I listen to them all the time!
-->Amber

The fan story of: David, 43

I began listening to this radio show on my local radio station called Elvis Only when I was 18 yrs old it airs all around the country and it is a wonderful show, you can go to www.elvisonly.com for times and where you can find this awesome show!
Happy Birthday Elvis!

David

The fan story of: Karie Snow, 27

I love Elvis although he had passed by the time I was born but his soul lived very strong. You see my father was Jimmy Ray Snow and he had a band and played lots of places but what I remember the most is he played with ETA's (elvis tribute artists) like Johnny C. and Ronnie Speeks. I loved being around these crowds and can only hope to pass the love to my children. Oh and if any one knows how I may get in touch with Ronnie Speeks I may be emailed at k26ab@hotmail.com

Karie Snow

The fan story of: Dany Presley

I saw Elvis first time in 1995, when I had 13 years ago. I was watching movies in TV and that night I saw Roustabout. It was midnight and never forget that night because it changed my life.

Dany Presley

The fan story of: Kenny

I haven't become a fan of Elvis until recently. I'd have to say that "Blue Christmas" was the very first song that got me hooked. I love his melancholy and melodic voice in this song. I wish he would have made more blues, personally.

Kenny

The fan story of: Lynda

When I became interested in boys, Elvis was becoming popular in Canada. When I first saw him, I thought, WOW, I hope I marry someone like him. His music touched me and I thought he was a sweet person. He had an ingrained generosity, a respect for people, especially his parents. He had a very unique voice that expressed emotion in every song he sang. He was a rags-to-riches story because he stayed the course in spite of an enormous amount of opposition from certain aspecs of society. Unfortunately, the evils that prevail over the celebrity life-style that seductively overtake people caught him in the trap. That does not take away from his personality or his enormous talent, that I have never found paralleled. He was outstanding in many ways - still dear to our hearts.

Lynda

The fan story of: DENNIS HAUSER, 52

ONCE I HEARD HIS VOICE, THAT WAS IT. I WOULD SPEND THE SUMMER AT MY AUNT AND UNCLE'S AND ONE DAY THEY LET ME GO THRU SOME OF THEIR 45s'. THEY HAD ALL THE GREATS FROM THE 50s'! I WAS 12 AT THE TIME AND ELVIS VOICE CAME THRU, EVEN THRU ALL THE SCRATCHES!! I TOLD MYSELF, I KNEW THIS GUY, HE MADE MOVIES. AFTER GOING THRU SEVERAL RECORDS, THE BLACK LABEL ONES, WITH THE DOG IN FRONT OF THE GRAMAPHONE, WAS THE MUSIC FOR ME!

DENNIS HAUSER

The fan story of: Jackie, 14

I have always loved Elvis' music. My mother was obsessed with it and I too became obsessed. When I was in 2nd and 3rd grade and my friends came to my house, I would always play Elvis' music. They now make fun of me for it but I don't care. Elvis was a great musician and I'm not going to let some stupid comments toward him make me stop loving him.:)

The fan story of: Paul Powell, 42

I'm an Alvis fan. I'm age 42. My name is Paul from UK, England. My Elvis website is www.elviseverlastingmemories.piczo.com. Also staff for a brand new chat and music program been built at the moment, the link to http://www.globescenemessenger.com. Pls have a look, Thankyou from Paul.

The fan story of: Charles Blankenship, 40 years old

ELVIS PRESLEY. I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW WHO HE WAS UNTIL 1974 CAUSE I WAS BORN IN AUGUST OF 1969. MY FATHER BOUGHT GOLD RECORDS VOL 3 FOR ME AND I WORE IT OUT. ELVIS PRESLEY HAS CHANGED MY LIFE. HIS MUSIC WILL LIVE ON FOREVER. I HAVE MET EVERYONE IN THE TCB GROUP TO ALL HIS BAND MEMBERS AND EVERYONE WHO WORKS FOR GRACELAND.
I NEVER GOT TO SEE HIM IN PERSON SO THE CLOSEST I'LL EVER GET TO ELVIS PRESLEY IS THROUGH HIS MOVIES AND HIS MUSIC. I WAS 7 YEARS OLD WHEN ELVIS PASSED AWAY IN AUGUST OF 1977. MY BIRTHDAY IS A WEEK LATER ON THE 24TH.
I LOVE AND MISS YOU ELVIS EVERY DAY... THERE'S NOT A DAY GONE BY THAT I WISH THAT I COULD'VE MET YOU AND SAID HELLO. I LOVE YOU ELVIS PRESLEY

charles blankenship

The fan story of: Lana Johnson

I never laid on Elvis Presley until the day I saw his photo in the paper the day he had passed away. I remember seeing the photo of how good he looked (hot) oh yeah. I just cried my eyes out like a baby My uncle bought me my very first album of Elvis Presley and then my mom bought me one of his albums. I would not let any one else touch them. I used to take and cut photos out of magazines and actually take them to school with me every day. I was 14 years old when Elvis Presley passed away. Now I have Elvis cd's and cassettes and I still don't let anyone touch them and I will never give them up. My daughter even went out and bought me an Elvis cassette in 2001 when she was only 16 years old.
I just went back to the library in May of 2009 and got every article copied off and I have them all put in a box so they will not get tore up or stolen.
The world lost a decent man when you were called home.
I just wish that I would have been lucky enough to meet him in person. I know he is looking down from heaven on us. Your songs touch my heart amd some of them just make me start to be in a happier mood, some of them just give me that get up and go sprit I take my cd player with me and listen to your songs and a smile comes across my face and I wonder if the motorists are wondering what I am listening to that is soo good to make me that happy. Oh, believe me I would tell them if I could. Thank you for being you from the bottom of my heart. With undying love

lana johnson

The fan story of: Jackie Myers

It was an honor being president of your fan club in Georgia. Thank you for being the greatest entertainer in my life and the world... "It's only love" was the name of our fan club for you, and it was a pleasure... Thank you for the scarf.. your pick.. and thanks for the handshake at the end your concert in jacksonville. Fla, May '77.. I still love you and always will!!!!

Jackie Myers

The fan story of: Francesca, 16

I have loved Elvis for many years, and have a big collection of his films and cd's. His voice is soo pure and powerful much more than anyone's I have ever heard. I have not had the chance to go to Graceland yet but I might be going for my birthday next year. None of my family are Elvis fans, and I don't know how you can not be because I am mad about him, so I have no one to talk about him to, there never was, or ever will be anyone as great as him. He is the one, the only, and ever more to be!! THE KING! I belive I was born at the wrong time, I would give anything to have been able to be there throughout his life and to go to his conserts, or meet him. When he was on stage you can tell he loved it, he always gave his all, unlike most artists now!! His personality was soo kind, and his brilliant sense of humour. Well "If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I would walk up to heaven and bring The King home again" I Love You Elvis, Thank You, Thank You Verry Much!!!! xx

Francesca

The fan story of: Sofefe, 39

I don't know about you guys but ELVIS is mine and all mine. I've loved him all my life and have colleced everything I can get my hands on that has to do with him. If he was still alive, He would be in MY arms. SORRY Susie, but you lost out on him!!!!!!!!!!

Sofefe

The fan story of: Erica, 12

I've loved Elvis since the first time I heard him. There's something in the way he sings, looks, and acts that makes me happy. It also makes me sad that so many sad things happened to him. Well that's all. I LOOOOOOOOOVE him!!!!!!!!!!

Erica

The fan story of: David, GypsyNester.com, 50

Bling Me Back to Graceland

We were married on Elvis' birthday. Hold on there big fellah, it was just a coincidence. I didn't even realize it until I woke up in a champagne haze, with the TV still blaring on my wedding night. I knew the Fates had conspired when I half-opened one eye and saw there on the news, thousands of fans lined up to worship outside the gates at the temple of Elvis, Graceland.

Read the rest of this story and see pictures of Graceland at Gypsynester.com/gl.htm.

The fan story of: Greg Damron

I don't know how old I was when I started listening to Elvis, I just remember listening to my Uncle Johnny playing his records. I remember seeing his movies. I would lay in the floor under the coffee table and watch them. I remember the day he died; it was on the news and I remember running outside telling my Uncle. Some time later I remember hearing his music again and I missed it. I started seeking out any cassettes I could find and would just listen to them over and over. After I wad married I introduced my wife to him. Then my kids. My daughter really took him. The next thing I know we started collecting Tribute Artist photos, buying his movies and collecting his music on CD. I never got the chance to go to Graceland but it was a long time dream of mine. My wife decided that on one Spring Break that her and the kids were going to take me down. We were in Memphis for 4 days. Three of them was spent in and around Graceland. The trip was one of the most memorable family vacations ever. After that we became even more intrigued with Elvis and started collected anything we could find. I created a Halloween costume for my 9 year old son. He passed out scarves to those who reacted well to his costume. We have made CD's as birthday gifts and passed them out to our kids' friends and they have in turn became fans themselves. My daughter and I are planning on going to our first tribute artist preliminary contest and looking forward to it. I have 9 hours of Elvis music on my computer at work and that is what I listen most days. Elvis has touched me in so many ways as a person and his legend is one of the glues that hold our family together. I don't think I will ever tire of him and I believe I am passing on a love of the man and his music for generations to come.

Thanks Elvis,
Greg Damron

The fan story of: Angelika, 43

I love Elvis since 33 years. His songs and concerts are the biggest on earth. Long live his music and memories of the King. I greet all Elvis fans on this page!

Angelika

The fan story of: William Lento, 51

I became an Elvis fan back in 1964 after hearing one of his movie soundtracks. I was instantly hooked. And I haven't looked back since. Bruce Springsteen may be the boss, BUT ELVIS WILL ALWAYS BE THE KING !!!!

William Lento

The fan story of: Mark McGinty, 33

I wasn't a fan of Elvis until I began researching my novel ELVIS AND THE BLUE MOON CONSPIRACY. This is Elvis-fiction, a story that cleverly ties together the first moon landing, the deaths of JFK and Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley!

I researched this book by listening to Elvis, watching his movies and fell especially in love with the 68 Comeback Special, which I now own. I now have Elvis songs on my I-pod and am not afraid to shake my hips while singing his songs around the house!!

Mark McGinty

The fan story of: Jodie

Hi there,
Would you consider yourself Elvis Presley's biggest fan and consider doing an interview on him? I am from London England and for my final project at university I am doing a paper on superfans and the celebrity culture.

Knowing how influential Elvis was and his impact that he had on the word and his fans, I would love to form this paper as a tribute to him to show how inspiration can affect lives.

If you would like to be a part of my research then please please email me on jodiemosaid [at] hotmail [dot] co [dot] uk

Your help would mean the world to me and help me pass my degree!!!

Thanks alot,
Jodie Mosaid

The fan story of: Diane, 65

I was about 12 when Elvis first came on the scene and to tell the truth I don't remember being overwhelmed by him back then. I sure remember doing alot of dancing to his music though. Not until a couple of years ago did I really listen to his music and watch the Comeback concert and Aloha from Hawaii and wonder where was I so many years ago not to see what a phenomenon he was. When I turned off the last tape I was hooked line and sinker. His voice is magnificent and he has a presence on stage like no other. I have since bought every movie he made and am in the process of buying every good bootleg tape I can find. I'm on every site I can find and would appreciate anyone who can give me some that they have found. I have gone through 10 books and have more ordered. I must admit some depress me. Even if the negatives are true I think they go beyond what any of us wanted to know. They complain and tell his secrets and collect their fees. They were well paid back then and are being well paid now. He never let them down, did he! He did his best at the time, with I might add not much help from those around that professed to love him so much. I don't mean to be harsh and judgmental but it seems they were more protective of their own world crashing then his. Charlie Hodge I feel loved him more than anyone. He does even beyond the grave with his kind words and funny stories. Elvis will be around much longer than any of the others and Charlies name will stand with him. I will do my share to make sure my grandchildren and great grandchildren hear his beautiful voice and let them carry the word from then on.

Diane

The fan story of: David, 42

ELVIS IS THE GREATEST. IF THERE WAS ONE PERSON IN THE WORLD I WOULD HAVE LOVED TO MEET, IT WOULD BE HIM. HIS ROAR TALENT AND PASSION CAPTURED GENERATIONS. LOVELY GUY. IF YOU ARE STILL ALIVE ELVIS.....COME HOME,THE WORLD MISSES YOU.......

David

The fan story of: Jennifer WarHawk, 32

I was born 1 year, 8 months and 30 days before Elvis left this world. I was too young to be aware that such a great soul lived on this earth. Nonetheless, I grew up knowing who Elvis was and thinking of my Dad, who is a fan, every time I heard an Elvis song. I was never what you'd call infatuated with him; he was just a fond memory of my childhood (though Elvis and Me was the first "grown up" book I ever read). However, very recently this all changed.

About a month and a half ago, I had a song stuck in my head and decided I wanted to listen to the song as it was sung by its original performer. The song was "Love Me Tender"...we know who the performer was. It was after I found the song on Myspace music that I realized that my children have no idea who Elvis is, and I decided I wanted to change that. He was a big part of my life growing up; I wanted to pass on the torch. At this point I still wasn't infatuated, but I did make my oldest son (7 yrs old) listen to Love Me Tender and I told him that he was listening to the greatest voice in history and, in the days that followed, I began to teach him about Elvis. I still wasn't infatuated. It wasn't until I purchased the two CD collection of his 68 comeback special that I became infatuated. It wasn't so much his magnificent voice that had me mesmerized (though it certainly did)...it was what occurred between songs that moved me. I felt so connected to him after hearing him speak to the audience as if he knew them all. I wanted to see more of Elvis the man, so I spent hours searching for interviews of him on YouTube and eventually became obsessed with his entire story, which eventually led to me searching for interviews by his lovers/wife/daughter. I have read Jerry Schilling's book and Priscilla's book and have bought two picture books about Elvis. I have no desire to read more books by "friends" because I don't trust any of the other books out there. I trust Priscilla and Jerry.

I want desperately to meet Jerry and just sit down and talk with him about this lovely man whose life I feel so sorry to have missed out on. I know full well that Elvis was not in the least bit perfect, all one has to do is read Elvis and Me and you can see that he had some personality traits that I would have found incredibly hard to deal with. But I don't hold any of that against him because, well, there are plenty of personality traits that I have that are incredibly hard to deal with.

Anyway, I have cried and cried over the last two months because I hate, absolutely HATE, that this man left this world before I had the chance to know him. I yearn to meet him and tell him how beautiful I think he is and how much he inspires me. His generosity has inspired me to give up something I care about because I realize this item really should belong to the family members of who it originally belonged to, and not to me. I feel good about this decision...Elvis believed that when you give, it should be with no intentions of receiving in return and I think that's a beautiful lesson to learn.

Anyway, my only consolation is the hope that there is more to our existence beyond the physical life and that I can meet him in that existence when my time here is over.

Elvis, I read that you once said that you thought the world would forget about you after you died. I want desperately to know that you are able to see somehow how completely off the mark you were in that statement. You are still remembered, you are still loved, and you are still missed dearly, not only by your fans from long ago, but by your next generation of fans as well.

I'll never get enough of seeing your pictures (I like the candid ones the best) and hearing your beautiful voice. I vow to never see an impersonator perform because to me, it just wouldn't be the same; after all, it's not YOU. I also vow to keep my collection of Elvis things restricted strictly to pictures, reputable books, movies, and music, because I think all the other stuff only cheapens your life and legacy, and causes the world to forget that, as you once said, you were a man, not an image.

I'll sum it up by saying the four simple words that I've had put onto a bumper sticker and that I feel sums up my love for such a beautiful, talented, gifted, and giving man: I want ELVIS back.

Other Elvis fans can write to me at onlyayeno...yahoo. Make yourself identifiable please.

Jennifer WarHawk

The fan story of: Ann, 43

I can't remember the first time I saw or heard Elvis. For me, he was always there. I was born at the height of his fame, when he and The Beatles were competing for the #1 spot on all the record charts, and when he was twisting and gyrating with Ann-Margret in Viva Las Vegas.
I can remember going to the theatre as a child and watching his movies. I can remember hearing a lot of his songs on the radio when they were #1 hits at the time they were being played. But my greatest memory of Elvis was seeing him in person. I was blessed to see Elvis twice - once in 1975, and again in 1976.
I was 11 and 12 respectively, but I remember those events just as if they happened yesterday! I was so excited, I almost got sick! The first time I saw him in person, I was sitting close enough to see the blue of his eyes! How gorgeous they were! I had tickets to see him in September 1977. He died just three weeks before he was supposed to come to my hometown again. Elvis' death did something to me inside. I felt, even at that young age, that I had lost the love of my life. He has been gone for 30 years now, and I love him just as much today as I did back then, maybe even more. I don't necessarily approve of May-December relationships, but I do believe that if Elvis had lived, and if I had had the opportunity to become a part of his life, I would have certainly given it a try! He was a fantasy come true!
I was in love with Elvis then, I am in love with Elvis now, and I will always be in love with love Elvis.

Ann, 43

The fan story of: Music fan

I was out looking around the net for Elvis tributes and found an 8 year old with a song to all of us. Have a listen

music fan

Myspace.com/fransjeppssonwall

The fan story of: Mario, 55

I born with Elvis PRESLEY music, I grow up with Elvis PERSLEY music, I sing Elvis PRESLEY music for long time (nearly 25 years) and I will died with ELVIS PRESLEY music, but his music will NEVER DIED

mario

The fan story of: Roger Loyd

Hello, I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Roger Loyd. My late father, Harold Loyd, was a security guard at the gates of Graceland from the early sixties until he retired in the early 90's. I'm sure many of you have met him over the years. My fathers mother and Elvis' mother were sisters. Dad spent most of his life growing up with Elvis and his parents in Tupelo before they all moved to Memphis. Needless to say they were very close. Elvis was even the best man when my parents were married.

The reason I'm writing to you today is to announce the release of my newly published book that contains many great stories about Elvis that have never been told. Stories such as : The time my mom hit Elvis in the head while they were picking cotton, The time when an older Elvis broke a gumball machine in downtown Memphis, then ran to my dads aprtment to switch clothes, or visiting with Elvis at Graceland while he was watching the gameshow "The Price is Right". There are too many wonderful stories to fit in this one letter, but I know you will enjoy all of them.

I titled my book "Growing Up In The Shadow of a King". It also contains never before seen family photos at Graceland and at Elvis' ranch. For anyone interested in purchasing a copy of my book, please visit the online bookstore of publishamerica.com. In the search box on the right side of the page just enter the title of the book. You may also view my webpage. This will show my biography and some rare pictures.

Thank You Very Much,
Roger Loyd
Elvis Relative and #1 Fan

The fan story of: Ajay, 27

I LOVE ELVIS... AM GREAT FAN OF ELVIS..He was a kind, gentle, caring, loving, generous, gifted man who will be loved and remembered for ever. God Bless.

The fan story of: Patti, 41

When I was little, we were living with one of my maternal aunts, and my two male cousins were in their teens. Both were big Elvis fans and my brother and I were raised on Elvis' music. Our family moved out when I was about three but we had our own Elvis collection at our place when we were older.

Now in my early 40's with two children of my own, I still have enormous respect and admiration for Elvis, and I still listen to his music on my personal CD player sometimes. I think I know most of his music enough to sing along with it.

The icing on the cake was meeting his daughter Lisa Marie after her concert briefly when she was in Sydney three years ago. She was so sweet and sincere, just like her father, and it was a surreal experience to meet her.

Elvis was a one-off, they're not made like him anymore. He had it all, he was a brilliant performer, amazingly handsome and had a lovely personality.

How many performers care about less fortunate people in the community the way he did? Not many, I can assure you. I hope he has finally found the peace that was eluding him in this life.

Patti

The fan story of: Omoxie Fose, 26

After reading all fan stories of the King I came to realise the importance Elvis played in bringing rock music to its current stage. To all fans of the one and only true King of rock & roll music Praise! be to the king who has done so much without realising how important his music has placed in our lives. PNGean.

Omoxie Fose

24K Gold Music Shows
50s/60s/Elvis/oldies showband in Florida

24K Gold Music Shows is a large oldies musical revue (126 people) performing primarily in Florida. The shows are filled with lots of choreography, energy, and great fun with oldies, country, and Elvis songs.

The last 1/3 of each evening show is an Elvis Tribute, featuring his music based on arrangements from his 1970s concerts. And every show is different.

24K Gold Music Shows understands there was only one Elvis Presley, so NO ONE in in the band will ever attempt to "impersonate" Elvis or pretend to be him, nor even be as good as Elvis! The show they are doing is a sincere tribute to the King, with NO attempt to mock him.

So in 24K Gold Music Shows Elvis tribute show you will be reminded of Elvis through his songs, sung with similar arrangements to those he used in concert, and see some similar costumes to those he wore, just for nostalgia's sake.

Video clip of Impossible Dream performed by 24K Gold Music Shows

See more video clips at YouTube

Visit the website www.5060s.com to learn more!

The fan story of: Natalie, 10

I'm only 10 years old. I became a Elvis fan at 6. I was walking threw a mall and i saw a adorable face of Elvis, i did not know who he was at the time so i asked my mom who he was and she told me, and the 3 words that came out of my mouth were "oh he's hot!" So after a while, i went to my grandma's house she put in a CD because my mom just told her i liked elvis. I never heard his voice before, and i loved it right away. So after 2 years i went to a Elvis impersonators show "Rick Saucedo." He danced and singed, he was the reason. I mean i was not a real big fan until he came along. I go to his show only when he goes to Ki's resturant. My grandma comes with, and one time when i went there my grandma made him dedicate Girl Happy to me! She told him my name and he signed a autograph for me! The very next time i went there he remembered my name and dedicated me "Hound Dog." after he sang it i gave him a flower and then i said "A kiss for a rose." So he gave me a kiss on the cheek and smiled at his wife! ELVIS AARON PRESLEY! MY FAVORITE SONGS ARE: HOUNDOG
GIRL HAPPY
LOVE ME TENDER
CRYING IN THE CHAPEL
BURNING LOVE
HEARTBREAK HOTEL
JAILHOUSE ROCK
TROUBLE
DONT CRY DADDY
MAMA LIKED THE ROSES
ONE BROKEN HEART FOR SALE
AND I WILL ONLY NAME ONE MORE SO I DONT WASTE UP ALL THE LINES:
IN THE GHETTO

natalie 10

The fan story of: Ken, 48

I have been an Elvis fan since I was a kid back in the 60's. I just went to my first Elvis impersonator show with my son who also loves Elvis. It was put on by O.M.A.R. Presents. It was a great show and I thought all 3 of the impersonators were awesome! ( Donny Edwards, Ryan Pelton, and Shawn Klush.) They also had D.J. Fontana and the Sweet Inspirations. I recommend this show to everyone who is an Elvis fan.
The link to their website is http://www.elvisbirthdaytribute.com/

ken

The fan story of: Karen

I have always loved Elvis from a very young age. My Mum intoduced me to his music I must have been about 4 years old when I first saw one of his films, I fell in love with him on the spot. I love to hear all the good kind humanitarian things Elvis did in his life time as well as listen to his beautiful voice. I've been to Graceland and found it to be one of the most moving experiences of my life. There will never be another Elvis, he Is the King.

Karen

The fan story of: Miss Julie Ann Joyce, 43

I became an Elvis fan from a young age, my mum is a fan and I found elvis through her. I remember sitting on her lap watching the film Speedway at about 5 years old, or thereabouts and as a baby I used to roll my mum's Elvis discs on the floor as a game, gives new meaning to rock and roll, lol.

Miss Julie Ann Joyce

The fan story of: Alma 17

IM ELVIS BIGGEST FANS AND I LIKE HIS MUSIC AND I NOW A VERY FAMOUS ELVIS impersontor and his name is Rick Saucedo and his my favorite Elvis impersonator and I'm tring to get Rick Saucedo cd's and a dvd about him

Alma Felix

The fan story of: Johanna, 19

I was about 13-14 years old when I was in the search for something special or something bigger than what my friends were listening to. You might say I was in the search of finding myself and a music style that would fit with the new me. And I bumped into Elvis! One of the first songs I ever listned to was "All Shook Up" and I knew it was something special about him and since that day I've collected everything I can about Elvis. It might sound a bit silly, but in many ways I feel like Elvis and his music shaped me into the adult I've become and still today he has got a huge impact on my life.
I'm just sad that I'll never be able to see him live wiht my own eyes, but thank God there are so many good clips and photos and CDs from his shows!I hope that my dream of travelling to Graceland will come true in a few months and I will get as close to the King as I can.

Johanna

The fan story of: Anita, 72 years young

I talked about my fan story about my not being able to go and see Elvis in Ottawa in '57. My boss told me I would lose my job if I went as I had to work and my parents, well, they did not like Elvis. I wasn't the only one in that position. My friend went and she was fired; I never saw her again.

Then in '74 I saw an ad in a Montreal paper. This guy had an Elvis fan club and he had 250 tickets for an Elvis concert and we had to send in ten dollars account to reserve the ticket. I phoned him because he always met Elvis backstage so I asked him if I made an Elvis doll, if he would give it to Elvis from me. He told me, well, since you will be there you will come with me and give Elvis the doll yourself. Wow I couldn't sleep that night.

Then the week or two after, my cousin (who was going with me ) came with the newspaper and told me look there is no trip to Elvis concert it is canceled. So I tried to phone the guy. He wasn't there the second time he talked to me and told me that he could not get no more tickets and I should go there myself and buy the tickets because there is always somebody that sells them but it will be more dear. He told me he's going to go. So after we all received a letter from his lawyer he filed bankcrupcy and we all lost our money; 2 500 dollars he made from us. And that is how he got to go to the concert.

Those days we had no Internet; we couldn't verify now my looked and found out that Elvis never had a concert in that city.

Then Elvis died. I will never se him, but I go to an Elvis convention here in Montreal twice a year. I met a woman, I never talked to her at that moment. Two days after I go to my shopping center and I see her, she worked near by my place, so I started to talk to her. We are very good friends. I am 72, she 45, and we get along fine. I guess I'm young at heart.

I wanted to have my picture taken in front of an Elvis personater. He has a house like Graceland just smaller, and I got my wish because she knows the guy. He's my friend also.

Then last year I met Jamie Earon Kelly. He was in Montreal for the Elvis story. He is a very nice man also. Then the best thing happened. October 06 I met Priscilla Presley. She signed her wedding picture with Elvis and I had my picture taken with her.

When I got up to her, I just took her in my arms and she told me your just like my grangmother. I was so surprised, I said what? She said yes, your my grandmother. I was so surprised, I was numb all over. So I told her when you will go back home, you will think about that grandmother you saw in Montreal. She said yes, and you better belive it, the next day I was thinking about what's happening to me. All the friends I meet or some friend are looking for friends they lost during the years just to talk about it and they are friends that peoples I know that they know.

I guess that when we love Elvis, his music everything about Elvis, you make friends because we like the same person, and wherever I go, I make more friends. I am having some friends over and we will talk and listen to some Elvis music, Elvis sang "Love me tender" and I think if he sees all his fans that still love him he would be proud, I'm sure. Thank you Elvis. You left us and you left so much you are missed so much. Elvisly Anita

Happy birthday my dear Elvis, 72 today. Thanks for your music your movies so I can always have you near. You had such a nice smile. You sang love me tender and so many years passed by that I still do love you tender. Love you Elvis

Anita

The fan story of: Karen, 48

I grew up in NY, watched and listened to Elvis with my mother. All my friends and I loved his music. Since then I have moved to East Texas where Elvis toured. It's very sad that not much is left of any of the buildings he sang in. I attended the 50th anniv of his Hayride appearence in Shreveport, It was wonderful, Terry Mike Jeffrey did an outstanding tribute. I've been going to Graceland for the past 6 years for Elvis week. You can see how much he was loved by people from everywhere. My sons don't know Christmas without the Elvis Christmas CD which is played for months. My grand daughter loves Money Honey. I love all his songs. I could go on and on, I'll save it for EP30 week. He was a kind, gentle, caring, loving, generous, gifted man who will be loved and remembered for ever. God Bless.

Karen

The fan story of: Kathy, 54

I love Elvis Presley.. He was a great singer and performer. Elvis could sing any type of music.. blues. country.rock or gospel. He showed love to all his fans and never forgot his roots. I loved alot of the rock singers in the 60s.. but Elvis was way above all! He had his faults like we all do, but like the saying goes, walk a mile in my shoes and see how you would handle this type of stardom and the legend Elvis became.. I have visited Graceland twice since Elvis passed away.. very nice place, and seen alot of artists perform Elvis in Tribute Shows, but I never got to meet the real Elvis, so I spend my spare time now collecting and finding anything I can on him, since he was such a big icon in our time, The younger generation missed out on alot when they didn't get to see Elvis perform on televison, or sing on radio or concerts.. (I have never seen a concert myself and wish I had that chance.) May He Rest in Peace!! He earned it!!

Kathy

The fan story of: Danielle, 25

I like to say I inheredited my love of Elvis!!! My best friend in high school her grandma Shirley just adored him. Well she passed on about a year ago, ever since I can not get enough. ROCK ON WITH THE KING!!!

Danielle

The fan story of: Lynn, 45

I have been an Elvis fan since I was 8 years old. A neighbour gave me her copy of 'It's now or never' and have never looked back, Elvis is still no 1 in my heart. I played that record over and over till I saved enough pocket money to buy another Elvis record being only 8 at the time I mistakenly went out and bought "Smash hits Presley style" and never realised that I wasn't listening to Elvis himself. Then I saved more money and bought another record. I have every film he made, I have to watch him every day as he makes me feel so happy, my car is full of Elvis cd's so he is permanently on at the tap of a button. My husband and I are celebrating our 25 wedding anniversary next year and he is taking me to Graceland, I am so exited, I cant put it into words, I wish so much that I would be going to see Elvis in person, but sadly it is not to be. I have been to the Elvisly yours shop in London where I met Sid Shaw and Maureen, and had a good chat with them. Really lovely people. I bought a 'Elvis magic mug'. You pour hot liquid into it and Elvis appears its great. I got some badges/pin, tee shirt and a diamond ELVIS BADGE/PIN. Take care all Elvis fans, great reading all your comments, KEEP THE KING'S MEMORY ALIVE ALWAYS.

lynn

The fan story of: John, 34

When I was twelve years old in 1984 we went to Gatlinburg, TN and an Elvis Tribute Artist named Ronnie Speaks was performing. I saw his picture on a bill board and asked my mom if we could go and see him. The show did not start until 10PM and my mom said it would be too late to stay up, but I finally talked her in to it. My mom was never really an Elvis fan so I was glad she gave in. When Ronnie came on stage to the 2001 theme in the white sunburst suit and the women started screaming happily I was captivated. The hair and rings and music with all the lights floored me. After that I bought Ronnie's LP and he signed it for me. When I got home I just had to learn what Elvis was all about. My allowance went to everything Elvis I could find and I started dressing and singing like him. In 1987 I finally got to go to Graceland and have been about twelve more times after that. I still love Elvis Entertainers when I get a chance to see one. My favorite is Lou Vuto from Gatlinburg of all places. If you get a chance please go and see his show.

John

The fan story of: Lynda Coulson, 42

I have been an avid Elvis Presley fan since way back to around 1968, this was about the time of his comeback, it was also the year my younger brother (and Lisa Marie) was born. We grew up on having Elvis played for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but I loved every minute. I now have about 90% of the songs he made and probably about 60% of the films too. As every one who is an EP fan, they will know that he'll always live in our hearts, as he names spells (when rearranged... lives! So there you have it. My favorite all time songs are Daddy don't cry and Mamma liked the roses. He'll always be loved by me. We must keep his memory alive and pass him to our kids!!

Lynda Coulson

The fan story of: Josie, 57

I love all Elvis songs. He was something that no one can be and never will be. He was the one I hope he is happy wherever he is.

josie

The fan story of: TERESA EDWARDS, 46 YRS

MY DARLING ELVIS WE KNOW YOU PASSED OVER, WE MISS YOU SO MUCH AND NO ONE CAN EVERY REPLACE THE JOY YOU BROUGHT TO MILLIONS OF PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD. I WISH THAT I COULD TAKE YOUR HAND AND LEAD YOU BACK TO THE STAGE WHERE YOU BELONG, YOUR PERFORMANCES WERE THE BEST AND EVEN NOW IF YOU WERE WITH US YOU WOULD STILL GIVE US A SHOW TO REMEMBER.
YOU ARE LOVED BY SO MANY PEOPLE AND THAT LOVE WILL NEVER GO AWAY. I HAVE HEARD THE RECORDS THAT LISA MARIE MADE DUETING WITH YOUR SONGS THEY ARE WONDERFUL, SHE IS SO GORGEOUS JUST LIKE HER DADDY, HER SONGS BRING TEARS TO MY EYES ESPECIALLY "DONT CRY DADDY" WHERE EVER YOU ARE AND WHATEVER YOUR DOING ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR TRUE FANS ARE NEVER FAR AWAY. THANK YOU FOR JUST BEING YOU AND GIVING US SO MUCH. WE LOVE YOU ELVIS AND ALWAYS WILL FROM

TERESA AND ROB EDWARDS (READING IN BERKSHIRE, UK)

The fan story of: Angelina W.

I remember when I was just a little girl watching Elvis Movies with my mom and grandma. It rubbed off on me and caused me to enjoy him as well. I always loved his movies and music. Even though I wasn't even born when he was still alive, it hurts me to know how he left this world. It truly is very sad to me. I went to Memphis three months ago, and it was more than I thought it would be, there's so much to see there. And Graceland was so beautiful, I would love to go back. Going there just made me love him that much more. Everyone said about how he was such a kind man with a good heart. Not to mention VERY attractive!!!! :) I will always be a fan. I wonder if he realizes how much people still love him and that he still lives on? I love Elvis!!!

Angelina W.

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The fan story of: Emily, 13

I was not born when Elvis was here but as soon as I heard his song I fell in love. I wish he would still be here so I could listen to him one more time before he left so I could give him a hug and say good bye
LONG LIVE MY KING XOXOXOXOXOXOX

Emily

The fan story of: Natalie, 31

Elvis passed away on my second birthday in 1977 so I dont remember when he was around but I have loved him and his music since I was 14 years old. It all started in 9th grade when I did a report on him and ever since then I have been hooked.

Its just so great to see so many young Elvis fans my age and younger who were not even born when Elvis passed away and that in itself is a testamant to the magic that is Elvis.

TCE,
Natalie :)

The fan story of: Anonymous

Elvis rocks and I wish he never died. He was my inspiration when I was five and still is. Till this day I'm his biggest fan.

The fan story of: Elizabeth Stempuhowski, 14 years old

I knew Elvis whenever I was going through my stepdad's closet and came across an Elvis Enclyclopedia. I am very hooked on him and love him and his music! I just wish people would realize how much he has changed the world! About 2 people know Elvis well in my school: me and my step-cousin Heather C. Isn't that a shame? We need to spread word of The King! Anyways, he was the best and nobody, NOBODY can take his place. I have no Elvis website but would like to have one! Thanks for all the people that keep Elvis' spirit strong just like me! Thank you, thank you very much! 5:)

Elizabeth Stempuhowski

The fan story of: Melody Goodman, 44

I have been a Elvis fan since I was 15 years old. At that point in my life Elvis became such a big influence on me because of many reasons. Elvis was and is my hero, he got me through a rough lonely childhood and he continues to get me through many a rough time including a bout with Cancer. I dont see him as a God because there is only one God...

Melody Goodman

The fan story of: The Boss

There just something about Elvis. I don't know what it is. It just get me very very happy. And The music gets better and better.

The fan story of: Anonymous

I dont know how I started liking elvis but I have ever since I was five. I just heard the music and I started dancing. Elvis will always live on.

The fan story of: Irma 42 years

Elvis has always been the sunshine of my life-and he will always be. So since I live in Germany I am in Bad Nauheim and Friedberg about twice a month and I can be right in the place he lived for a while and I feel I can do alot there for his star to never go dim, because he has brought so much light on earth and he still really cheers up the crowds that he will never ever die in our hearts. I will love him really longer than forever..... TCE

Irma 42 years

The fan story of: M, 17 years

It's a shame that I discovered Elvis' music so late.. but I like his music very much, especially his older music. I haven't seen any movies of him though, but I hope I will soon. I still cry at nights when I think of him and listen to his songs.. He was a perfect man, handsome, sweet, had a good sense of humor and his voice was just divine .

M

The fan story of: Helen - 45 years old

I Am ELVIS'S # 1 FAN. I have been to Graceland @ times stayed at Heartbreak hotel 1 time and I have been to his birthplace 1 time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nickie

The fan story of: Helen - 45 years old

I never could pinpoint as to what it was that made me love EP even though I was 11 at the time. But a few years back myself and a friend went to see the TCB Band here in Australia and when the host said that the Aloha Special took place in 1973 and trust me I knew this info a long long time ago that I finally realised it must have been when I saw that concert on tv in 1973. In my time I have been blessed with meeting Myrna Smith, James Burton, Ronnie Tutt, Jerry Scheff and Glen Hardin before the TCB concert in 2003. I was lucky enough to get photos and signatures too. I went and saw Graceland in 1990 and to me I had a touch of sadness inside. I thought to myself at the time that I would rather be outside these stone walls knowing Elvis was inside. I feel that would have been a bigger thrill, to me anyway. I hope to return one day with my friend who idolises him as much as me. And lastly, I met Priscilla this past March in my hometown launching her line of linen. To me having met all these people and visiting Graceland - it all seems a little surreal. Without the pics to look at it seems like a dream. We not only lost a star in 1977 we lost a part of our hearts. It is hard to believe 30 years next year. Where has the time gone?

Helen

The fan story of: JENNIFER, 26

I NEVER SAW ELVIS LIVE-AFTER ALL I WASN'T BORN UNTIL THREE YEARS AFTER HE PASSED. ALTHOUGH, I HAVE VISITED HIS GRAVE ONCE.... ONLY, I WAS 6&A HALF WEEKS OLD. (THE MANSION WASNT OPENED TO THE PUBLIC AT THE TIME.) I WAS ALWAYS AROUND HIS MUSIC. MY FAVORITE SONG IS "IF I CAN DREAM." MY MOM SAID THAT I COULD BE FUSSY AND CRYING WHEN I WAS A BABY AND ALL SHE HAD TO DO WAS PUT ON THAT SONG AND I WOULD STOP. SHE SAID SHE THOUGHT HIS VOICE SOOTHED ME. BUT I WILL ALWAYS BE AN ELVIS FAN. I PLAN TO RAISE MY KIDS ON HIS MUSIC ALSO. RIP ELVIS A. PRESLEY-THE ONE AND ONLY KING OF ROCK AND ROLL!!!

JENNIFER

The fan story of: AnneMarie, 14

I just started listening to Elvis just a few months ago as soon as heard his music, I fell in love. I watch alot of his live performances because it shows how he really was. I know I'll never meet him, and it's hard sometimes b/c all my friends like stars that are still alive, and they can go see them any time. I hope to go to Graceland some day. I will always love Elvis no matter what. R.I.P. Elvis Aaron Presley.

AnneMarie

The fan story of: Taylor, 13

My Mom always loved Elvis and I never paid attention him then, but when I was in 6th Grade, my math teacher loves Elvis and he always plays him in class. I really liked it and started singing it. My mom bought me a CD (Aloha From Hawaii) and I realy loved it!!! So I bought more and got more interested and now all I think about is Elvis. My friends say I'm obsessed

Taylor

The fan story of: Susan Johnson, 46 years old

I love Elvis. My dream as a young child I wanted to see Elvis Presley; and also to visit Graceland one day. That dream of seeing Elvis in person never came true. But I'm not giving up that one day I will visit Graceland. I met Mr. Charlie Hodge at Memorie's Theater. and He gave me a great big hug. My Daddy was in the Army with Elvis. My Dad said Elvis was a kind Man. And that when you were talking with him, and You might be down because you miss your family. Elvis could always lift your spirit, and make you feel better about things. Keep Singing The Song as Elvis would say.

Susan Johnson

The fan story of: Madison, 13

Elvis was dead for almost 20 yrs when I was born and when I was 8 I saw a movie starring him and I remember the way he kissed this girl. Well he looked like the most passionate respectful and cutest man I have ever seen. I watch the DVD "Elvis THATS THE WAY IT IS" everyday. It shows him performing on stage. I also watch his other movies but I don't like them as much because it doesn't show the real him. And whenever I see him sing suspicious minds or parth it up, I cry and cry.

Love you always,
Madison

The fan story of: sylviaje

I first saw Elvis when he was not famous! He was playing as a fill-in for the country music star named Hank Snow. I found an address in Memphis, and wrote to Elvis and begged for a handwritten reply. In Jan 1956, he answered my request. He wrote to me , totally hand written and I didn;t realize that he was not even famous then, as it was right before he recorded heartbreak hotel. The letter is now over 50 years old and in perfect condition aling with the envelope. I have considered selling it but I don't think I could part with it!

sylviaje [ at ] earthlink [ dot ] net

The fan story of: Ted Barnes, 46

I never saw Elvis perform live, and only in recent years have I fully realized the madnitude of his impact of peoples lives. The recent two DVD release "He touched me" The gospel music of Elvis Presley sits atop my collection and I watch it often, it has some priceless performances and I recommend it to all young and old.

Ted Barnes

The fan story of: Alex, 14

When I was three I was at the grocery store with my grandma and I saw his picture on the cover of TV Guide. I have been an Elvis fan ever since.

R.I.P Elvis Aron Presley

Alex

The fan story of: Cassie Tucker / 24.

I have been a fan of Elvis Presley since I was 4 years old. I myself was born on the same day and time Elvis died on, but only 5 years later. I have been to Graceland 4 times within 2 years and plan on going back at christmas. My entire bedroom is done in Elvis and my 3 year old daugther is crazy over Elvis presley. Long live the king of rock...we love you Elvis!!!

cassie

The fan story of: Catherine Franc, 71 yrs old.

I have always love Elvis, and he was born the same year that I was born which is the 16/08/1935 that is my birthday.

catherine franc

The fan story of: Mike Kaquatosh

Ive been an Elvis fan as long as I can remember, I grew listening to my parents records , I had been to Graceland twice and plan to go there again, I have never got to see him in person, I have a chance when I was a kid 10 yrs old, he came to green bay wis. I asked my dad if we could go ,he told me we would go the next time he was here but that never happened, he died a few months later.

mike kaquatosh

The fan story of: Mattias Nåsman, 16

I have never seen Elvis live but I love to see him on tapes and dvds, he is the greatest of all time and I tink that Elvis blessed us with his music and his personality. this world newer going to see a greater man than Elvis Presley, ps to the people who have heard Elvis perform an American trioligy most think the same, thank you Elvis, for you gave your life to the music and to us. Thank you!!

Mattias Nåsman

The fan story of: bally saran, 45

i am bally saran am a great fan of Elvis Presley since I was 15 I love all his songs . I think he was a great handsome man in the world. I still cry missing him and his songs now am 45 years old and I still watch his movies. I thing Elvis is the king and also will be

bally saran

The fan story of: Kelly, 30+

Can you believe it's been 29 years?

Long Live The King
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The fan story of: Big T, age 59

I have been an Elvis fan since the beginning. Elvis was making his first appearance in Macon Ga back in 1971. I had gotten the perfect seat ticket and had my camera ready to get pictures of a life time. Elvis spent a great deal of time on the stage right in front of me. I was able to get unbelivable close-up pictures of the King. After returning home from the show I discovered my film had misfed and I ended up without a single picture. I never again got seats that good at another concert.

Big T

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