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3 Reasons to Visit Sun Studio
Sun Studio in Memphis, Tenn., is the undisputed birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. The Sun Records label, which launched the careers of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and more, began as Memphis Recording Service in 1950. Owner Sam Phillips started by recording local blues artists, including B.B. King and Howlin’ Wolf, but two yeas later launched his […]
Rockabilly Music
Elvis Presley's Cadillac parked in front of Sun Records in 1954, In the summer of 53, a young Elvis came to the Memphis Recording Service and recorded 2 songs, Elvis played his acoustic guitar and paid $4 dollar's for his personal record he cut for his mama, Sam was so impress by Elvis that he asked him to come back and record for Sun., In November of 54 Sam Phillips was in financial difficulties and sold Elvis' contract to RCA for $35,000 this send a clear message to Elvis about his…
Sun Studio
1954 | The story of Elvis Presley's discovery begins with a shy, 18-year-old Elvis entering a recording studio in 1953 to cut two songs on an acetate disk at a cost of four dollars. The Memphis Recording Service was owned and operated by Sam Phillips, who had been recording rhythm-and-blues artists since 1950. Like Elvis, Sam Phillips was passionate about music, especially the music “that white people liked but weren’t sure whether they ought to or not.”
Memphis TN
One more night in Memphis and we took another look at Beale Street. This time a lot less congested and a lot less intimidating. Altogether a much better experience. Ate in the Hard Rock Cafe. I know not very adventurous but it was decent. And a stroll along Beale Street led to BB Kings where we were thoroughly entertained by one Patrick Dodd. Amaze-ing!!! Terrific blues and made Beale Street feel so much more worthwhile. This guy is awesome. He's on facebook, so check him out and if he's…
