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The "King" Bounces Back

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In late 1968 Elvis Presley’s career was in decline after years of corny movies and a departure from his rock and roll roots.  But a brilliantly-conceived TV special hit the airwaves and put the iconic singer back on the map.  Experience the music from that special event on this week's edition of Cyprus Avenue.

Track List:

Trouble/Guitar Man

That’s Alright

Heartbreak Hotel

Hound Dog

All Shook Up

Can’t Help Falling In Love with You

Let Yourself Go

Baby What You Want Me to Do

Where Could I Go But To the Lord, Up Above My Head, Saved

Trying To Get To You

Jailhouse Rock

Don’t Be Cruel

When My Blue Moon Turns To Gold

Nothingville/Big Boss Man/Guitar Man/Little Egypt/Trouble/Guitar Man

Memories

after several years of corny movies and a slow drift from his rock ‘n’ roll roots.

Read More: 45 Years Ago: Elvis Presley's '68 Comeback Special Airs | http://ultimateclassicrock.com/elvis-presley-68-comeback-special-airs/?trackback=tsmclipa
after several years of corny movies and a slow drift from his rock ‘n’ roll roots.

Read More: 45 Years Ago: Elvis Presley's '68 Comeback Special Airs | http://ultimateclassicrock.com/elvis-presley-68-comeback-special-airs/?trackback=tsmclip
after several years of corny movies and a slow drift from his rock ‘n’ roll roots.

Read More: 45 Years Ago: Elvis Presley's '68 Comeback Special Airs | http://ultimateclassicrock.com/elvis-presley-68-comeback-special-airs/?trackback=tsmclip

Ron Jones returned to KCUR in September, 2013 as Director of Community Engagement. He is now the program director. You can reach him at ron@kcur.org.
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