Elvis Presley Articles by Mark Cunliffe

The photographs featured in Elvis and the Birth of Rock and Roll were taken just as Elvis was emerging as a local southern star to a national one. This collection includes some of the most famous pictures ever taken of anyone ever. It includes photographs including such iconoclastic images as Elvis with cap sitting on motorbike, the kiss backstage, Elvis astride on stage with guitar, plus many more that are etched into the minds of Elvis fans and the public alike. Alfred Wertheimer didn't waste the opportunity .. The whole package is sheer class.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Articles, Elvis Book Reviews, By Mark Cunliffe March 12, 2013 - 8:35:33 PM Read more

TASCHEN, a global leader in the publishing of art and lavish limited editions (www Taschen.com) has come up with a new first, an absolutely gorgeous, extra large mega photo book of Alfred Wertheimer photographs titled 'Elvis and the Birth of Rock and Roll' ... 1,706 copies, signed by photographer Alfred Wertheimer ...
Elvis Book News, Elvis Articles, By Mark Cunliffe March 9, 2013 - 6:10:02 PM Read more

I Sing All Kinds is a marvelous release that makes for rewarding listening. The song selection and order works well ... we in effect get Elvis' greatest songs of 1971 on one album, and what an album it turns out to be! Sometimes living a long life has its rewards. Living to see this superb FTD album is surely one of them. Shorn of the intrusive post production dubs, orchestration and background harmonies of the original releases, and given some inspired sound mixing, the songs on this FTD release are a joy to listen to.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By Mark Cunliffe June 14, 2010 - 1:32:00 PM Read more

What the Raised on Rock recording sessions tell us about Elvis and Priscilla by Mark Cunliffe. Raised on Rock/For Ol' Times Sake is one of the most disregarded 1970's Elvis albums that on second look actually reveals more about Elvis and his love for Priscilla than all the other Elvis albums put together.
Elvis Articles, By Mark Cunliffe December 8, 2007 - 6:55:00 AM Read more

Today, on the 30th Anniversary of his death, it has never been better to be an Elvis fan. The mesmerizing magic of Elvis and the world's fascination with him is stronger than ever. His music and contribution to popular culture is readily acknowledged and recognized, and the most amazing array of Elvis products and information are available. Indeed, with the younger generation he is cool once again.
Elvis Articles, By Mark Cunliffe August 16, 2007 - 10:00:00 AM Read more

Elvis' Hollywood years have tended to be dismissed as a failure, both artistically and musically. Whilst some may concede that some his 1950's output is of value, and others might argue that 'GI Blues', 'Blue Hawaii' and even 'Viva Las Vegas' film and soundtracks aren't that bad, the majority of fan and general public opinion is dismissive to such an extent that this part of Elvis' musical heritage is widely ignored. This article sets out to re-visit the movie musical output to establish the truth.
Elvis Articles, By Mark Cunliffe July 20, 2007 - 1:49:00 PM Read more

Sony BMG will release Elvis At The Movies the most comprehensive Elvis Presley 2 CD movie package ever produced' in June. Whilst this is a welcome focus on what is one of the now more ignored and derided parts of Elvis's career the question remains. Did they get it right in terms of song selection and balance?
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By Mark Cunliffe June 1, 2007 - 2:54:00 PM Read more