Episode 25: Elvis Keeps the Beat

It was an historic night in rock and roll history that inspired a Broadway musical. A chat with the cast of the Memphis production of Million Dollar Quartet.

A behind-the-scenes tour of the Las Vegas International Hotel (now the Westgate Resort and Casino) where Elvis spent his iconic residency.  You'll be amazed at the remnants of his legacy that still remain.

Mark and Brad talk to film editor Jonathan Redmond about his work on the new  Elvis film EPiC and 2022's Elvis.

Elvis is back on the big screen in the new Baz Luhrmann film "EPiC".

The new Baz Luhrmann film EPiC, featuring unearthed and restored footage of Elvis, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.  Author and friend of the podcast Paul Sweeney was there to see it and has an epic story to tell about his experience.  

Brad and Mark explore part of the Elvis' musical legacy that's stayed under the radar.  A look at when Elvis laid down the beat on many of his own hits!

In the spirit of the Elvis song "My Wish Came True", Brad and Mark celebrate something they've been wishing for...the upcoming release of unseen footage of Elvis.  That and other wishes are shared during this first episode of 2025.

If you're a newer Elvis fan there's lots of music to choose from.  But where to begin, right? Writer and Elvis expert Gordon Minto recommends his favorite recordings to start your collection. Plus Brad and Mark find interesting connections between Elvis and Ricky Nelson.

Author Gordon Minto is back to tell us about his new book with John Townson;Elvis UK: The Ultimate Guide to Elvis Presley's British EPs 1957-2001.

Join Mark and Brad for a look at Elvis songs recorded in 3 takes or less, an amazing Johnny Cash discover with an Elvis twist and an historic building with an Elvis connection.  And interesting insight into Elvis from the waist up!