Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Elvis Impersonator to play first ever Elvis gigs in Bethlehem

Did you know that the real Elvis wanted to play in Bethlehem? Check out this story about an Elvis impersonator has been allowed to perform an Elvis act for the first time there.

"HE is Birmingham’s very own Indian Elvis who is now set to become a star of Bethlehem.Because Billy Nashad, 50, has been booked to sing at three special Christmas gigs in the holy town this Christmas.The concerts are the first time an Elvis tribute act has been allowed to play in the sacred birthplace of Jesus.And Billy, real name Bhopinder Singh, says he is set to fulfil a secret dream of The King of rock’n’roll.The former chip shop boss, ofHandsworth Wood, said: ‘‘Elvis wanted to perform in Bethlehem after an Arab Sheik told him that he could help bring peace to the area.“Not many people know about this meeting but the concert was one of the things Elvis was determined to arrange. Sadly, he died before he could carry out his wish."
Birmingham Elvis Impersonator to play gigs in Bethlehem - Sunday Mercury
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