Memphis Flash podcast

Elvis for Beginners Part II

7/14/2024

Memphis Flash

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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.

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7/14/2024
48:34
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.
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