On Vacation During June

I want to let regular visitors know that I will be overseas for a month and back late June so there will be no posts while I am away..

Legends in Concert to Host Preliminaries

In Elvis impersonator news - we have an alert from the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. It says..

"Celebrated tribute artist production Legends in Concert will host four preliminary rounds of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. The Legends preliminary contest locations include Branson, Myrtle Beach and Atlantic City. Additionally, the overall winner of the 2008 contest will be provided with a 12-week paid performance contract to appear with Legends in Concert in its numerous locations."

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Worlds Greatest Elvis Being Joined By Drummer (from The Bolton News)

In today's Elvis impersonator news I found a clip on this amazing looking show featuring Shawn Klush and Elvis' drummer.. Here's a snippet:

A SHOW featuring a tribute artist dubbed the world's greatest Elvis, is to get an extra element of authenticity - in the shape of The King's long-serving drummer, DJ Fontana.Bolton Arena is set to rock to some of Elvis' greatest tracks when Amerca-based Shawn Klush hit the stage in August.

Worlds Greatest Elvis Being Joined By Drummer (from The Bolton News)

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Whatever happened to the Elvis impersonator growing his business - St. Petersburg Times

In today's Elvis impersonator news its reassuring to know that there's still plenty of work out there for the artists..

Hernando County Elvis impersonator Kenny Grube is doing great.. While economy might be down,  Elvis business is good, and getting better, according to Grube.

"More and more gigs," he said in a recent phone conversation. "It's full time now. It's all I'm doing."

Whatever happened to the Elvis impersonator growing his business - St. Petersburg Times

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Event listings for May 15-21 in Ocala

Elvis impersonator fans - this looks like a great show.

Dwight Icenhower joins fellow Elvis tribute artists Doug Church, Ted Torres and Ronny Craig when "A Tribute to the King" returns to Circle Square Cultural Center in On Top of the World at 7 p.m. Saturday.

Event listings for May 15-21, 2008 | Ocala.com | Star-Banner | Ocala, FL

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The Complete History of Elvis impersonators

Today, we have a break from Elvis impersonator news to bring you this video clip - The complete history of Elvis impersonators.

It includes Johnny Harra, Dana McKay, Jimmy Ellis "Orion" - they are all here.
This short film is one of the bonus features from the Special Edition DVD of "Almost Elvis" - the award-winning documentary on Elvis impersonators by Blue Suede Films (www.almostelvis.com) Narration by Michael Wallis (michaelwallis.com) with scholar commentary by Vernon Chadwick.

It's 10 minutes long - see what you think:



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Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest at Menominee Casino

News received from the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest is that the next preliminary round of the Contest will be held on May 17-18 at the Menominee Casino in Keshena, Wisconsin.

The preliminary contest winner selected will be the second semifinalist chosen to compete during Elvis Week 2008 for the title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of the Year. Tickets are on sale now by visiting the Menominee Casino box office.

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Elvises are ready to gyrate June 27-29

Elvis impersonators and fans in Windsor will enjoy being able to will be able to particpate in the second year of Windsor's involvement in the international competition..

Ellen Hope, Centers for Seniors spokeswoman, said "Windsor will be one of 30 international Elvis festivals participating in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. The winner of Windsor's event heads to Memphis, Tenn., in August to compete during Elvis Week 2008."

It is estimated that as many as 60 Elvis impersonators from across North America will take part.

Elvises are ready to gyrate June 27-29

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