The Real Elvis, New Years Eve and 1976

Happy New Year one and all..

Thought you might like this video of the King himself singing at a Pittsborough New Year's Eve Concert way back in 1976.

Enjoy!



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A Merry Elvis Christmas to you all!

Here's wishing you all a Merry Christmas - thank you for being such regulars to my Elvis impersonator update site! You may enjoy this video starring the Presley family at Graceland.



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Collingwood Elvis Festival - a sample from 2007

I found this on youtube - in case you haven't been check out what the atmosphere and most importantly the talent is like.. And don't you hate it when you go to video something and someone's head keeps getting in the way!


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Canada's Collingwood Elvis Festival July 2008

Registration for Elvis impersonators is open and tickets are on sale for the Collingwood Elvis Festival.

This event is held each year and it just keeps growing in popularity.

Collingwood Elvis Festival 2008

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Two Elvis impersonators stuck in lift

What a surprise the firefighter must have had - not your normal every day situation..

"Two Elvis impersonators found themselves firmly caught in a trap when they got stuck in a lift.The pair were all shook up – and down – as they went from floor to floor desperately trying to open the doors.They were eventually rescued by firefighters, who were stunned to be greeted by two lookalikes of the King in Reading, Berkshire.A firefighter said: 'There were two of them, so they weren't exactly lonesome tonight.'"

Two Elvis impersonators walk into a lift... | Metro.co.uk


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Jewish Elvis impersonator Schmelvis..

The last couple of posts have been about Jewish Elvis', namely Jelvis, but I have found the wesbite for the Jewish Elvis impersonator Schmelvis, that Jelvis mentioned in his interview. Confused? So am I!

Schmelvis Home Page


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Jelvis in action

I couldn't help myself but to search for a video of Jelvis in action..

Here it is..




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Jewish Elvises - this is Jelvis but Schmelvis was first

This is an entertaining interview with Jelvis, the Jewish Elvis impersonator. Here's a sample. You can read the whole interview by clicking on the link below.

"Given what we now know about Elvis’s ancestry — with his matrilineal great-great-grandmother having been Jewish — isn’t it a bit redundant to say you’re the Jewish Elvis?

I think redundancy is good in rock ’n’ roll and in the arts. If you find something that works, you just beat it to death. And in this case it’s already dead."

"The Jewish Elvis Who Stalked Michael Moore - Forward.com"


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Elvis in Dubai

For Dubai Elvis impersonator fans (and promoters).. apart from being able to buy Elvis memorabilia they will soon get to see a new show - The 3 Elvises

I'd love to know which 3 Elvises are appearing in this show.

"I am also planning a World Concert Tour of a show called ‘The 3 Elvises’ and would love to make contact with promoters in Dubai. It comprises three of the best Elvises [Elvis impersonators] in the world singing onstage together Elvis songs from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, as well as solos in costumes for each era."

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Simulating Elvis

This is quite an interesting article from The Tyee about a guy attending his first Celebrity Impersonators Convention at the Imperial Palace Hotel in Las Vegas.

His first glimpse into the impersonating world came at a lively Sunday gospel meeting in southern British Columbia led by an Elvis impersonator. He has since started photographing impersonators..

He says:

"Many celebrity impersonators (or "tribute artists" as they are also called) are drawn into their impersonating careers from the replication of just such a moment: when other people tell them that they look like someone famous."

Read the whole article here..

Simulating People :: Photo Essay :: thetyee.ca


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Elvis legend lives on in South Wales

This is from an article from The Independent Online Edition > This Britain. They say:

"The King has left the building for good. But thirty years after his death, the legend lives on in the unlikely surroundings of South Wales".

Read the whole story by licking on to the link below.

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Elvis Festival: Long live the king - Independent Online Edition > This Britain


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Elvis tribute video

Did you see this video on youtube? It was a tribute to Elvis on the 30th anniversary of his death.




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Elvis sightings - Kuwait news

The world never tires of hearing about Elvis..

I found an article from a Kuwaiti newspaper that talks about Elvis sightings.. after his death. Could these people be Elvis impersonators?

The article says:

"Most people who believe Elvis is still alive believe that Elvis is spending the remainder of his life in solitude somewhere in the United States. To back this up they have suggested that Elvis' middle name is spelled incorrectly on his tomb.[1] On the death certificate it is spelled 'Aron' - the same as his birth certificate, even though his estate prefers the use of 'Aaron'."

Elvis sightings » Kuwait Times Website


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Billy recreating Elvis' vocal sounds

That's right, Scotsman Billy McGregor does not like to be thought if as an Elvis impersonator, in this article he talks about why refused to go on The World's Best Elvis.

Which is one reason he refused the BBC when they came calling. "The BBC called me a few times to appear on the programme The World's Best Elvis, but I turned it down," he reveals."The world's best Elvis is Elvis himself, but unfortunately he's dead. I don't want to pretend to be something I'm not."Nevertheless, McGregor and his band aim to recreate the concerts that Elvis himself performed, although until recently, looking the part was not always on the agenda.

See the whole article here..

Scotsman.com Living - Performing Arts - Billy McGregor has entered the King's

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Metal Elvis..

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Actually, he's not bad!


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Elvis impersonators - the Ultimate Contest is back in 2008!

Elvis Presley Enterprises has planned another contest for 2008.

The website says:

"EPE is bringing the contest back again in 2008 and once again looking for the Elvis tribute artist that "best represents the legacy of Elvis Presley." Tribute artists will receive the opportunity to compete in preliminary rounds of the competition in various locations around the world for their chance to win a spot in the semi-finals that will take place in Memphis during Elvis Week 2008 in August."

Ultimate Contest - Elvis.com


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Elvis impersonator fights it out in court with Beatles fan

A legal battle between an Elvis devotee and a Beatles fan was settled out of court late last month.

Owners of two neighbouring world famous London memorabilia shops are locked in a battle after working side by side for seven years.

"The two Baker Street shops, which attract music fans and tourists from all over the world, have been sharing a joint lease, for the last seven years.

But the Elvis shop owner has tried to evict the Beatles shop owner.. read more in the story link below..

Elvis impersonator tells Beatles imitator 'Get Back to Where You Once Belonged' | the Daily Mail


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Meet Elvis impersonator John Loos

John Loos is one of the world's top Elvis impersonators. Although he didn't make it to the final 10 of the Ultimate Elvis Impersonator contest held a few months ago, he did make it to the final 23.

John was born and raised in Cheyenne, Wyoming. As a young child
he enjoyed listening to 50's rock and most especially "Elvis". As a
teenager, he would stand in front of a mirror or a video camera and
practice singing and dancing like "Elvis".

His website biography says:

"In his early 20's John began to perform for various audiences and his talent has
grown from there. John began singing with a band in Cheyenne for local
business establishments. Through the years he has made appearances
from Las Vegas to Collingwood, Ontario for group functions,
contests and local charities.

In the past year John has won many "Elvis" contests in Canada, Colorado, Las
Vegas, and Nashville. He has performed in Blackhawk, Colorado, and
Cheyenne, Wyoming as well as participated in events sponsored by "The
Elvis Connection", an Elvis Fan Club, out of Denver,Colorado. Audiences
John has performed for have ranges from 100 people to over
18,000 people."

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Another flying Elvis impersonator

This Elvis impersonator flew over Coventry Lake.. looks like fun!




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Flying Elvi - in action

Last night we watched Honeymoon in Vegas again - Elvis impersonators are of course a big part of the movie.. the Flying Elvi are Elvis impersonators who sky dive in their Elvis jumpsuits. If you do a search on my site, we will find a couple more posts on the Flying Elvis

The Flying Elvi website says:

"The �Flying ELVI� is a ten member skydiving team first featured in the fun filled hit movie �Honeymoon in Vegas.� They combine a spine tingling aerial skydiving performance of smoke trails, pyrotechnic fireworks, and precision maneuvers with an over-the-top entertaining stage show."

The Flying ELVI

I loved seeing the flying Elvi and managed to find this clip on youtube to share with you:




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The real Elvis

Yes, I dedicate this site to Elvis impersonators but here is a reminder about why they want to be Elvis impersonators.. a bit of a reality check actually.

If this guy was around today he would be just as admired today. How can you explain this? It is inexplicable..



This youtube video has been viewed by one million two hundred thousand people! Amazing..


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Meet Elvis impersonator Gino Monopoli

Elvis impersonator Gino Monopoli made was another of the preliminary winner of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest recently. That means Gino is one of the best 23 Elvis impersonators in the world.

This experienced Elvis impersonator if from Toronto. He's been singing Elvis songs for as long as he can recall.

Gino won the World's Finest Elvis competition in Las Vegas in 2004 - hence his website has the name World's Finest Elvis. Gino has an uncanny resemlance to Elvis in his younger years.

The Worlds Finest Elvis: Gino Monopoli

I found this youtube clip of Gino in action:


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Elvis impersonator with a captive audience

Well, you are captive when you're on a New York City subway.. but this guy has an audience and he's had 5,000 people watch him do his Elvis impersonating on youtube..



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Elvis, Elvis, Elvis - impersonators..

Elvis, Elvis, Elvis has been performing world-wide since its inception in 1979 and now the show is back in British Columbia.

"Elvis Presley last performed in Canada on Aug. 31, 1957 at Empire Stadium in Vancouver. But he’ll rise from the dead three times at the Abby Arts Centre. The resurrections will come in the form of three of the best Elvis impersonators on the planet. Justin Shandor, Danny Vernon and Greg Miller each play a different era of the King’s career in the internationally acclaimed tribute show Elvis, Elvis, Elvis."

Sounds great.

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Meet Elvis impersonator Johnny Thompson

Another of the top Elvis imersonators in the world is Johnnny Thompson. He won the the preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Contest at San Diego County Fair, Del Mar Fairground, CA

His site says:

Johnny Thompson was born in Ft.Worth, Texas and raised in the South. His father was an avid Elvis fan and exposed Johnny to Elvis at an early age. Johnny grew up listening to Elvis and watching his movies. Having been from the South really adds a exciting and realistic authenticity to Johnny's recreation of Elvis on stage.

Johnny grew up singing gospel music at church since a young child and was always told he sounded like Elvis by his mother. "She would tell me to try not to sound so much like Elvis when I was leading singing at Church. I told her, Mom, I'm just singing"!

Elvis Impersonator Johnny Thompson - Impersonator | lookalike

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Hollywood Casino - Elvis Extravaganza Contest

For the Elvis impersonator fans in LA - check out this competetion..

"King of Elvis Contest will be held during the Celebrate Life in Tunica Festival The Regional Finals of the Elvis Extravaganza Contest will be held at the Hollywood Casino Tunica, on October 29, 2007. Dozens of Elvis impersonators will compete for the Southeast Regional Title, with the winner advancing to the finals, to be held on January 6-7, 2008, in Laughlin, Nevada. And, if one night of energetic Elvis entertainment is not enough, Celebrate Life in Tunica will also feature Eddie Miles as Elvis on October 31, 2007, at the Hollywood Casino. Paying tribute to Elvis, this dynamic show will have Celebrate Life guests on their feet, moving to the beat of Elvis classic hits. For more information call 1-800-871-0711 Hollywood Casino - Your Place to shine."

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Meet Elvis impersonator David Muggeridge

David won the preliminary round of the Ultime Elvis Tribute Artist heat at Windsor, Ontario, Canada. David was one of the top 23 Elvis impersonators in the contest but didn't quite make the final 10.

David waqs born in Quebec in 1971. Both his parents listened to Elvis all the time but it wasn't until he met his wife that he started paying real tribute to the King. Her has been doing this since 2003.

The highlight of his career was meeting the TCB Band, The Imperials and the Sweet Inspirations.

In the Ultimate Elvis website bio, it says:

"David has had a deep love for Elvis's music since he was a child. He says the best part is the smiles on the faces of Elvis fans who come to see the show. He also likes to see all the young Elvis fans who come out and enjoy the show. He tries to stay as close to Elvis as he can, yet be himself. David says that all the great fans that continue to support him make it all worthwhile."

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Elvis impersonator involved in car crash

I'm always on the look out for news. If you happen to know my site well, you will see that I primarily like to share this news about Elvis impersonators.

That is until the biggest Elvis impersonator competition in the world took place. But gradually, after you get to read about the top 23 (I'm almost through), you can keep completlely up-to-date with impersonator news.

This article is about one of Britain's best impersonators being involved in a car crash.

"Steve Preston, 42, from Haslingden, was travelling home from a gig in London on Tuesday night with his youngest son John when his car collided with another vehicle at 70mph." Read the link below for the full story.

Elvis Involved In Car Accident (from Lancashire Telegrap


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For golf loving Elvis impersonator fans

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See the sort of work you can get as an Elvis impersonator?


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Meet Jim Smith, Elvis impersonator

Elvis impersonaor Jim Smith is up there with the best of them having won the Preliminary round at Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Jim didn't make it to the final 10 of the Ultimate Elvis tribute artists competition but he was in the final 23 to perofrm in Memphis.

In Jim's website he says:

"My goal is to give people of all ages the opportunity to experience the music and the energy of Elvis. I take delight in sparking memories for those who were fortunate enough to have experienced Elvis and his live performances. Equally rewarding is to introduce Elvis, through my shows, to a new generation of fans.

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Meet Elvis impersonator Simon Patrick

Simon Patrick, Elvis impersonator, stormed to victory at Europe's largest Elvis convention, competing against hundreds of the world's best acts. He has been impersonating the King for seven years so he's a seasoned pro.

He made it to the final 20 something of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest but didn't cut it to the final 10.

Simon 33, of Windmill Close, Wellingborough, U.K. has been a life-long fan of the King and currently works in Spain as a rock 'n' roll entertainer.

Patrick has said: "I remember at the age of the four my parents pulling over our car as it was announced on the radio that Elvis had died.

"He was unique and had such charisma. Elvis has had a massive impact on the world of music."

As the link to this site says:

Simon is a soccer and golf pro and in his spare time is a disc jockey. When asked why he likes Elvis so much, he says "For his kindness to others, his love for his mother and family and for being the biggest and best entertainer who ever lived."

Ultimate Contest - Elvis.com

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Elvis impersonator Jeff Bodner doesn't quite make final 10

This Elvis impersonator, Jeff Bodner also made it into the final 23 at the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition in Memphis recently. I am keen to introduce you to not just the final 10 but the impersonators who did the best! The were the prelimanary winners from 23 heats leading up to the finals.

Jeff won the preliminary round at Penticton, British Columbia, Canada during their heat held June 23 & 24, 2007.

Don't forget that for the first time ever, Elvis Presley Enterprises held the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest during Elvis Week.

Below you'll find a link to the official web site of Jeff Bodner called "the Essence of Elvis"

Here Jeff says: "Singing for Jeff started from an early age. Jeff had great fortune to have a mother who was very gifted musically and encouraged him to follow his voice. At the ripe old age of five he was stage at his first talent show, by six he was on television with his grade one class and sang solo. Jeff has now been singing for thirty six years and has always had a love of old fifties Rock'n'Roll. Elvis' music was often played while Jeff was growing up and he grew to appreciate it."

This story is pretty typical from what I have read of the best of them.. These guys have such an admiration for the King and it shows.. you couldn't be this good without it. When I say good, I mean the best in the world. We're talking the top 25 or so from 85,000 Elvis impersonators worldwide.

ESSENCE OF ELVIS

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Too good to miss

I was searching around for information on Jeff Bodner and I came across this clip - it was too good not to share. All the Elvis impersonators on stage together like that.. excellent.

Viva Las Vegas!!!

And it was so good I had to put it on twice! Only kidding - I don't seem to be able to remove the second one but hey, I'm happy! This internet stuff is amazing dont you think? I'm such a novice but I'm sure you dont care - it's free..






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Doug Church on youtube

This guy has had over 70,000 viewers on youtube... he seems very popular with viewers




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Meet Elvis impersonator Ted Torres

Ted Torres was one of the final 24 Elvis impersonators left standing at the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest. Little by little, I am showing you what each looks like along with providing snippets of information about them.

Ted won the Preliminary Round Location at Bruce Rossmeyer's Destination Daytona on June 15-16, 2007.

Ted Torres has been performing Elvis tributes in Memphis, Canada and California.

He wants to help help people relive the memories of when Elvis, the poor kid from Tupelo, who conquered both Memphis and the world with his music.

Ted Torres The Orlando, Florida ElvisfesT

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Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist - final three on youtube

Elvis impersonator fans - watch the final three perform and see the winner announced.. and a quick interview with winner Shawn Klush:




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Meet Bill Cherry, Elvis impersonator

Bill Cherry, an Elvis impersonator didn't make it to the final 10 in Memphis' Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist but he did win the preliminary round at Stoneridge Amphitheater, Lake of the Ozarks, Camdenton, MO

When you click into the myspace link below you will get to hear him singing.

MySpace.com - Bill Cherry - COLLINSVILLE, Illinois - Rock / Pop / Classic Rock - www.myspace.com/williamcherry

His bio on the Ultimate contest site reads:

"A lifelong Elvis fan and tribute artist, Bill Cherry has been keeping the music and memories of Elvis alive since 1989. Bill was born into a musical family and was exposed to Elvis at an early age. He has deep southern gospel roots, as did Elvis. He has entertained countless fans, young and old alike. He takes great pride in each and every performance, keeping the memory of Elvis alive. Bill has performed at many charity events and fundraisers, playing civic center, theaters and concert venues across the mid-west. According to Cherry, "Performing a tribute to the greatest entertainer the word has ever known is a dream come true for me."

Ultimate Contest - Elvis.com

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Meet Elvis impersonator Irv Cass

Elvis impersonator Irv Cass prefers to be known as a tribute artist. Irv won the preliminary round at Mercer Co. Fairgrounds, Harrodsburg, KY.

Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Irv Cass was raised in Michigan. He has a background in sales, dance and modeling,. He began impersonating the King in 1991. Since then, he has won numerous contests including the 1999 "Worldwide Images of the King." More recently, he won the 2006 Championship in Collingwood, Ontario, Canada (Jumpsuit Division).

"As a performer with the Las Vegas "Legends in Concert", Irv Cass singes a heartfelt Tribute to the one and only King of Rock and Roll - Elvis."

The following youtube clip shows Now & Always" show. With Pete Paquette, Donny Edwards & Irv Cass. I guess he's the last one? Sorry, I couldn't find a clip of Irv on his own. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arySG4WXyKE

Irv Cass World Tribute Artist

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Meet Australian Elvis impersonator Mark Anthony

It's really Mark Piantados but he chose the name Mark Anthony as his stage name when performing as an Elvis impersonator. Mark competed with 23 others for the title of the world's best Elvis at the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition in Tennnessee as you know

Sadly for his Australian fans, Mark did not make it into the final 10 but he did a great job to make it as far as he did. Mark won the title of the finest Elvis impersonator in Australia and the South Pacific during a heat on the Gold Coast.

Ultimate Elvis impersonator. 12 Jun 2007. ABC Adelaide. (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

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La Crosse Wisconsin Elvis Explosion Contest

That's right folks - Elvis impersonators are competing this very weekend.

The event website says:

"Thought by many to be the premier competition in the Midwest, the Elvis® Explosion is fun for all who attend! Join us for the Mississippi cruises, the great jam sessions, exciting contest, and silent auction for the Children's 'Miracle Network."

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Meet Justin Edwards, another great Elvis impersonator

Elvis impersonator Justin Edwards, or tribute artist as his website calls him was the Preliminary Winner of Roland, Oklahoma.

Justin has made a full-time career out of paying tribute to Elvis Presley since he hit the scene in August, 2005.

His biography says:

"His love of performing and knowledge of Elvis’ work shines through every night when he takes the stage, which is why he has won many awards and honors performing his one of a kind tribute to Elvis all across the united States and Canada."

If you want to see Justin in action check out this youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut89iWTnRIg

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Meet Elvis impersonator Rich Vickers

Rich Vickers has done very well as an Elvis impersonator. Although Rich didn't make into the final 10, he did mighty well to get to where he did.

I visited Rich's website (you'll find the link below) and he'd written the following words which I thought you might like to read. It gives a good send of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest:

"With a total of 7 Elvis competitions under my new Elvis belt, I entered the first ever EPE (Editor - Elvis Presley Enterprises) contest in Arnold and won it.

It was amazing and surreal to be the first EVER Regional Winner for the Ultimate Elvis TributeArtist search sponsored by Elvis Presley Enterprises. I won a thousand dollars and the right to compete in Memphis.

Competiting in Memphis was both exhilarating and heartbreaking. Being around EPE and the camera’s, the venue; it was an experience like none other.

My “goal” was just to make it to the top ten. Which I didn’t."

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The Official Elvis Cruise - August 28 to September 1, 2008

As you know, The overall winner of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, Shawn Klush, in addition to receiving the title of "Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of 2007" won the following... Of course for the first time ever, the winner also received official recognition by Elvis Presley Enterprises. Shawn won:

• $5,000 cash
• $5,000 shopping spree at Graceland
• $3,000 gift certificate from B&K Enterprises to use towards the purchase of a jumpsuit
• A one-of-kind Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Champion Belt, designed and created by B&K Enterprises.
• A recording session, courtesy of Sun Records in Nashville.
• Contract to perform on the first-ever Elvis Cruise on August 30-September 3 with a compensation package that includes double-occupancy cabin, travel for two and $1,000 cash.

How fantastic that Shawn Klush gets to perform on the first-ever Elvis cruise..

Check out the link to find out more..

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Kjell - Elvis impersonator on Youtube

This Elvis impersonator calls himself Kjell Elvis. I've checked his videos on youtube and this is the one most viewed..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqfYEBPH1Bg

Ok, I promised to bring you news on the final 10 Elvis impersonators left standing in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest recently held in Memphis = and Ive done that.

But, I've enjoyed doing this so much that I'm going to bring you more. I'll continue to profile some of the world's best Elvis impersonators.. Stay tuned for more..


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Meet Elvis impersonator, Kjell Bjornestad

Kjell is 39 years old and started his career as an Elvis impersonator at just 19 years old when he was in the army. As you may have gathered by his name, he was born in Norway.

He perfected his craft after many years impersonating Elvis in clubs within Norway and Europe more broadly.

Like all of the great Elvis impersonators, he has a "real love"for Elvis..

I hope to bring you a video of Kjell tomorrow in action as an Elvis impersonator.

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Elvis impersonator Joseph Hall

I'm afraid Joseph Hall, elvis impersonator doesn't seem to have a youtube video I can access to show you just how good he is. Remember, he has only been impersonating Elvis since last Halloween. I've been able to find videos on all the others so far.. so sorry about that.

Tomorrow, I'll bring you news on the final Elvis impersonator Kjell Henning Bjornestad in my attempt to familiarize you with the world's top 10 impersonators if you don't already know them.


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Congratulations to another Elvis impersonator, Joseph Hall!

For 23 year old Elvis impersonator Joseph Hall, life changed last Halloween when he impersonated Elvis for the first time. Ït's really become a part of my life,"Hall said (see link to the article).

He says he can barely go 24 hours without watching or listening to his hero.

He doesn't seem to have an official website, but he has got a myspace page and whilke there's not a whole lot of information, there is a very good slide show on the King!

MySpace.com - Joseph e. - 23 - Male - LINCOLN, NEBRASKA - www.myspace.com/joelehall

So, only a year's experience and this  young Elvis impersonator has been voted as one of the world's best! Not bad hey?

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More on the 10 Elvis impersonator finalists..

While I'm searching for news on the other Elvis impersonators not yeat featured in this vlog, here is some other information you mightr like to be reminded of..

The winners

1st   Shawn Klush

2nd  Trent Carlini

3rd  Donny Edwards

The ten finalists selected and the contests they’ve won are: :

1. Brandon Bennett – Tupelo Elvis Festival
2. Trent Carlini – Love Me Tender Ultimate Elvis Contest
3. Donny Edwards – The Promised Land Ultimate Elvis Contest
4. Jeff Golden – Alabama Ultimate Elvis Contest
5. Joseph Hall – Chingawassa Days Ultimate Elvis Contest
6. Ben Klein – Kelowna Elvis Festival
7. Shawn Klush – Viva Las Franklin
8. Paul Larcombe – Walk A Golden Mile In My Shoes
9. Jay Zanier – Collingwood Elvis Festival
10. Kjell Henning Bjornestad – Last Man Standing Ultimate Elvis

These are the best Elvis impersonators on the planet!

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Meet Elvis impersonator Jay Zanier

This Elvis impersonator, Jay Zanier, has proved himself to be on of the top 10 Elvis impersonators in the world!

Aftder being born and raised in New York he has made Ontario his him.

Jay has been an Elvis impersonator for over 10 years so he has a lot of experience under his belt.

His publicity material says says:

In order to understand the man and his magic, Jay has dedicated countless hours studying the King's movies and taped concert performances. The use of costumes and props, coupled with his endless energy, adds authenticity to Jay's performances. His unbelievable vocal range, incredibly similar to that of Elvis', leaves the audience with a special feeling of having experienced the King himself!"

Congratulations to this Elvis impersonator who made into the final 10 of the world's best.

Jay's website is: www.jayzaniereta.com

His email adddress is jayzanier@sympatico.ca

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Elvis impersonator Ben Klein on youtube

Take a look at one of the world's top 10 Elvis impersonators Ben Klein as shown on youtube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAMch-wLIGk

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Ben Klein - Elvis impersonator who made it to final 10 in THE Memphis contest

Elvis impersonator Ben Klein was born in the same week as Elvis - just 46 years later! Luckily he was born into a musical family and had all the lessons he needed to learn his musical craft. Can you believe this guy's dad was an Elvis imperson ator also?

His website says:

"In 2002, he bought a '50's Elvis CD for his Dad Randy, who was an Elvis tribute artist before he was born.

Then realizing his own resemblance to the young Elvis, he borrowed the CD, found movies and videos

and decided to listen, watch, study and practice. Ben "Preslee" Klein began tributing Elvis Presley with

his early hits such as "That's Alright Shoes","Hearbreak Hotel", Blue Seude Shoes Love Me Tender", "Hound Dog","Peace In The Valley"and"Jailhouse Rock". "

Congratulations to Ben Klein, another Elvis impersonator who made it the the final 10 in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artsit competition in Memphis. The first of its kind backed by the Preslet eEtate who used to ignore impersonators! They have seen the light!

Ben "Preslee" Klein.

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Interuption to news on top 10 Elvis impersonators in Memphis contest

Yes, I have been trying to think for days about anyone that has been so admired in history that they have had SO many people try to copy or impersonate them. Can you think of anyone?

In this case, I am talking about Elvis impersonators of course. But realistically, who else in history has had the impact of Elvis Presley?

The funny thing is that everything about him is as appealing today as it was 30 years ago. He was a fine looking man.. he could sing and he had moves way ahead of his time. I reckon that if someone similar came onto the music scene today they would take the breath away of music lovers around the world again.

But you know what?.. I just can't see that happening.. he was differentt- he was unique. As great as he was, he seemed a normal kind of a guy.. people liked him. He wasn't arrogant by any stretch of the imagination.. and he had everything going for him..

This world of the Elvis impersonator really does occupy my mind because I find it so fascinating. I mean.. can you believe there are 85,000 out there around the globe? And you can be any age, any gender.. it doesn't matter. People just love what this guy offered and if you can replicate it well - then they will love you too. You just need to be good and we've been seeing the great ones - the final 10 of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest!

So, I just had to put these words out there. How great that I can do this so easily? I have to thank a guy named Ed Dale for teaching me just how to..

And I will continue being a loyal Elvis impersonator fan also.. My aim is to bring the best and latest in news to you..


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Jeff Golden, Elvis impersonator performs on youtube

Here's an opportuniotyto watch Jeff Golden, in action doing his stuff as an Elvis impersonator.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iw0prCxmOFk&mode=related&search=

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Jeff Golden, Top 10 Elvis impersonator

Congratulations to Jeff Golden who is one of the final 10 Elvis impersonators at Memphis 'first ever Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition

I hope to introduce to the other top 10 finalists over the next week or so. You'll read and see just why these guys have made it to where they have!

Jeff's site says:

"JEFF GOLDEN IS ONE OF ONLY 10 WORLD FINALIST IN THE FIRST EVER ELVIS PRESLEY ENTERPRISES ULTIMATE ELVIS TRIBUTE ARTIST CONTEST HELD IN MEMPHIS TN. THE OTHER 9 CONTESTANTS ARE FROM LAS VEGAS, NV,ENGLAND, CANADA, NORWAY, PA, NEBRASKA, LA, & WASHINGTON. 

 

JULY 26 2007, JEFF GOLDEN WON THE ALABA."

Next blog post will be a chance to see this Elvis impersonator peform via youtube.

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Paul Larcombe, Elvis impersonator on youtube

Paul Larcombe was a top 10 Elvis impersonator in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition which last saw Shawn Klush chosen as the Ultimate winner. However, all the final 10 were sensational performers. Here is Paul Larcombe in action in Blackpool.

Click on this link to see Paul in action -

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=paul+larcombe&search=Search

Paul Larcombe is another incredibly talended Elvis impersonator!


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Meet Elvis impersonator Paul Larcombe

Elvis Impersonator Paul Larcombe won his heat at Blackpool in the U.K. - he came top of 64 other Elvis impersonators from around the world at this particular heat. He became one of the final 10 Elvis impersonators to compete for the title of "Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist". The competition took place recently in Memphis to mark the 30 year anniversary of the death of the King himself - Elvis Presley.

"Entertaining is in his blood, but he only chose to concentrate on Elvis when he entered the Blackpool competition." He was, however, a seasoned entertainer and had left his job in the building trade two years prior to concentrate on being a full-time entertainer.

"I decided I wasn't going to go into it with the suit and wig that I had at the time, so I spent £1,300 on two wigs - you have to cut them to suit your head shape. I'm still cutting my wig 12 months later - you daren't take too much off," he says.

"I went into the Blackpool competition with my good wig and my good suit, and I actually started to do the make-up as well - I'd never worn make-up in my life.

"I just tried to get it right - replica jewellery, replica boots, the voice, the moves, the mannerisms - in whatever I've done I've always tried to get things right, and it's the same with this. A job's not worth doing if you can't do it right.

"I've always thought that - if I thought I was going to look stupid I wouldn't have gone out there."

Not bad for being a fairly new Elvis impersonator - congratulations on getting into the top 10!

BBC NEWS | Entertainment | Elvis singer feels Memphis heat

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Donny Edwards, Elvis impersonator on youtube

Another of the final 10 Elvis impersonators in the Ultime Elvis Tribute Artist competition is Donny Edwards.

Check him out singing Heartbreak Hotel and Jailhouse Rock on this youtube video -

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g678UFBpov4

It's great to watch these pros in action. There sure are some talented Elvis impersonators out there - out of an estimated 85,000 of them, I guess that's not surprising! Tomorrow you'll get to meet another of the final 10.



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Elvis impersonator - Donny Edwards

Elvis impersonator Donny Edwards grew up listening to Elvis and watching his movies. What an impression this would make on his life..

His uncle had even met Elvis in person in the army - not something many can claim..

From a young age people would tell Donny he looked like Elvis. He worked hard at learning to imitate the Kings voice and his moves.

His website says:

"In May 2005, when �The Young and The Restless� daytime soap opera was scouting for the look and sound of Elvis, Donny was offered the job immediately after he auditioned. He surprised many of his fans as they watched their favorite soap opera only to see Donny Edwards on the show with a singing part."

And then he started winning awards - one after the other.

"His incredible look, singing, humbleness, charm and southern speaking voice will make you feel like you are with the King".

What more could you ask of an Elvis impersonator I say? Read more at his website:

Donny Edwards Biography

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Trent Carlini, Elvis impersonator on youtube

If I could have found Trent Carlini, Elvis impersonator, performing Polk Salad it would have been great - sorry. I have shown both Shawn Klush and Brandon Bennett performing this song so it could have been a great opportunity for you to compare the three I have profiled so far.

Nevertheless, i found this very slick montage piece on youtube -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UWlXWs8kN8

An Elvis impersonator that's very hireable in my opinion. I'll being you news on another of the 10 finalists from the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition tomorrow.


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Elvis impersonator - Trent Carlini

Meet another Elvis impersonator who made it into the final 10 of the first ever Ultime Elvis Tribute Artist competition in Memphis.

Trent Carlini was born in Chicago to parents who immigrated to the United States from Italy. At the age of five he became a fan of Rock' n Roll and began playing guitar at 10 years old. Music had become a major part of his life within just those short years. He attended school in Italy and then moved back to the U.S. in 1987, making Florida his home. "One could always find Trent, performing in local clubs!" his website states.

After the death of Elivs in 1977 a change in Trent's muscial direction took place and he decided to become an Elvis impersoantor, trying to recreate the syle of the man he'd so admired and who had had a huge impact on his life. Trent's star really began to shine in 1988 when he was chosen to star in the Annual Birthday Tribute to the King at the Star Plaza Theater in Indiana. And that was it - Trent has been a truly sought after Elvis impersonator ever since.

"Today, Trent Carlini is living his dream of re-inventing the phenomenon in his Las Vegas show, "The Dream King." In this production, Trent takes the audience through a magical journey of the King's career: from the hip-swiveling 50's, through the unforgettable army and movie years, through the hot-leather years of the '68 Comeback, all the way to the Las Vegas years of the 70's. The Trent Carlini production show is the best and only successful tribute to the "King of Rock 'n Roll" on the Las Vegas Strip and in the world." read more at his website http://www.thedreamking.com/bio.htm

Soon, see this Elvis impersonator in action thanks to youtube.

Trent Carlini - The Dream King

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Elvis impersonator - Brandon Bennett performs on youtube

Click on this youtube link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOiy7AkhhN0 and see Elvis impersonator Brandon Bennett singing Polk Salad. (The play button clicked again also pauses the video clip). WARNING - there are some mighty loud screams drowning out his voice at times so prepare yoruself.. the women seem to love him!

Further down in this blog, you can see the Shawn Klush youtube video where he sings the very same song , Polk Salad, so you can do some comparing yourself. Thees are not the perfomances they gave at the Ultmiate Elvis Tribute Artist competition but you can see them in action thanks to youtube.

Brandon Bennett was an Elvis impersonator who made it to the final ten of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists competition last week in Graceland. Great work Brandon.. read more about him in the previous post. Next up, you'll get to read and hear about another of the final 10.


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Elvis impersonator - Brandon Bennett

I am hoping to better aquaint you with the ten Elvis impersonators who made it to the final round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition which saw Shawn Klush come out as the ultimate winner.. The competition was held to cooncide with the 30th anniversary of the death of Elvis in Memphis.

These final 10 impersonators, or tribute artists as the Presley Estate prefers them to be called, really worked hard to get where they did and so they do deserve some recognition.

Today - Brandon Bennett

His website Brandon Bennett:Elvis Tribute Artist says:

"From an Elvis costume for a high school event to winning the Internatioal Images of the King Contest, Brandon Bennett has gained a following with "Elvis My Way". Brandon Bennett amazes audiences with his tribute to the King from his hometown of Ponchatoula Louisiana to Memphis Tennessee to Elvis competitions in Wisconsin. Brandon appears in casinos and local events , television and radio.""

And of course Brandon was one of the final 10 chosen to vie for the right to be called 'Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist' in Memphis, Tennessee.

Brandon Bennett:Elvis Tribute Artist

In my next post I will try to find some great footage of Brandon in action.. you'll see why he is one of the world's top Elvis impersonators.

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Elvis Impersonators - Top 10

If you're any kind of Elvis impersonator fan, you'll know that Shawn Klush won the highly sought after title of "The Ultime Elivs Tribute Artist". Search back over previous blog posts to get news on the competition and how it progressed..

The Ultime Elivs Tribute Artist competition was the first of its kind and was organsied by the Presley camp. I intend over the next couple of week's to allow you to become better acquainted with all the 10 finalists.

I hope to take you to their websites and show you footage of them in action. You'll see just why these Elvis impersonators made it to the top 10.


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Suspicious rafts Elvis crew wins this race

Sodden Elvis team win Bounty race - Maidenhead Advertiser

A bit of fun today with this article.. about a another win for the Elvis crew.. Read for youself..

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Sodden Elvis team win Bounty race Maidenhead Advertiser, UK - 6 hours ago A lone team - a crew of damp Elvis impersonators called Suspicious Rafts - successfully finished the course this year, amid downpours of rain.

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