tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72482127765863287522012-01-07T17:16:10.408-08:00Get all the latest news on the world of Elvis impersonators, and my views on this amazing phenomena that just keeps on growing.. young or old - male or female - it doesn't matter - people still want to impersonate the King!Hound Dog Rockerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13246534334516711405noreply@blogger.comBlogger3631100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7248212776586328752.post-64809387930887003112009-08-04T15:01:00.001-07:002009-08-04T15:01:22.663-07:00

"On Friday 28 August, Shawn Klush - officially the world's best Elvis tribute act - will appear live in concert at the Edinburgh Corn Exchange. To help mark the event, we're looking for the best Elvis in Edinburgh."Could this by you?Maybe we'll see you in the world-wide competition!The search for the best Elvis in Edinburgh - Edinburgh Evening NewsBlogged with the Flock Browser

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"The town of Collingwood, Ont., is being invaded this weekend by Elvis tribute artists and the fans who love them.The main street will be crowded with thousands of fans taking in Elvis' music all day and night.There are 121 Elvis tribute artists competing for prizes and the chance to compete at Graceland's own festival next month.The winner will be crowned on Sunday."Local Elvis joins Collingwood

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10th annual Michigan ElvisFest kicks off 5 p.m Friday. "The festival has grown to one of the largest in North America and is expected to draw a crowd of more than 9,000 this weekend. Promoters of the event stress that this isn't a look-alike contest, nor are the acts "impersonators," but this spectacle is a true concert with some of the best professional Elvis Tribute Artists in North America

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Fifteen years back Steve and Barbara Caprice got married in the United States but they have always wanted a service on British soil."The pair chose the seaside town of Porthcawl, South Wales, which stages an annual Elvis festival for impersonators of the King from across the globe. Mr Caprice, 43, who is an official Elvis tribute act, wore the full regalia of white studded jump suit, wig and

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"Glitz, glamour, glitter and Elvis. Big Vegas style will be hitting the Hub City this Memorial Day weekend at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre. Kraig Parker, an Elvis tribute performer, will be headlining the Rock 'n' Soul benefit concerts Friday and Saturday night. Parker will be joined by other tribute artists such as Al Nelson, Roy Orbison tribute artist, and Genevieve Dew who

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The fourth annual Windsor Elvis Fest, organized by Centres for Seniors Windsor, to be held June 26-28."More than 50 ETAs from across North America are expected to descend on Windsor at the end of June. Events will be held at various downtown locations, including a tent in Dieppe Park and Chrysler Theatre.The festival is also officially recognized by Memphis-based Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. as

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Seen Einstein.. I thought I'd seen them all!

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This sounds like a great event -"The 2009 LakeGeorge.com Elvis Festival is scheduled to run from Thursday, May 28 through Sunday, May 31, 2009. Friday night's show will be "The Great Pretenders: Elvis and Friends" and Saturday's show will be "That's The Way It Is," celebrating the 40th anniversary of Elvis'® return to the live stage in Las Vegas.The 2009 festival will take place at Painted Pony

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This cruise sounds terrific featuring live music and entertainment from some of Elvis’ former band mates and backup singers along with the best Elvis tribute artists in the world.This "third annual music-themed Elvis Cruise aboard the 2,052-passenger Carnival Inspiration will depart Tampa roundtrip November 12 for four nights of Elvis and more Elvis en route to Cozumel, Mexico."The caliber of

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"Wannabe-Elvises from as far as England and Australia will come together to compete for the title of ultimate Elvis tribute artist at the first annual New England Elvis Festival , taking place Sept. 4-6 in Manchester, N.H."Here is Shawn Klush who plans to recreate Elvis' famous 'Aloha from Hawaii' concert Elvis Impersonators to Compete in N.H.Blogged with the Flock Browser

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On April 18 the Legends in Concert and Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. will present Branson’s 3rd “The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest” in the Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, starting at 7:00 p.m. The contest is one of only about 20 preliminary contests in the world sanctioned by Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. Branson's Elvis Festival features "The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist

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The Toronto Elvis Festival in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, will be held on April 4 & 5, with a weekend of events, including their grand finals of their preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest on April 5. In addition to the contest, you can enjoy two dinner show events on April 4.For information or to purchase tickets, call the Stage West Box Office at 905-238-0042 or 800-

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Toronto city councilors have been under the microscope about just how they spend their money.."The most peculiar expense was filed by Coun. Glenn De Baeremaeker who spent $750 on the Elvis impersonator for his annual community picnic on June 19, 2008."Sounds like money well spent to me!CTV Toronto - Toronto tax dollars spent on Elvis impersonator - CTV News, Shows and Sports -- Canadian

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On March 7, acclaimed tribute artist Stephen Freeman will perform "Echoes of a Legend," an homage to Elvis Presley, as part of the Rowan County Concert Association series. Freeman, who started performing Elvis tribute shows in 1994 will be accompanied by by a band and female singers. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and will be held at Keppel Auditorium on the campus of Catawba College. See the

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Popular Elvis impersonator Carlini officially launches "Elvolution" on Monday in Wyrick's theater in the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, after previews this week for test audiencesNot to be missed if you get a chance to see Carlini who plays his first show since last Summer.ReviewJournal.com - Neon - MIKE WEATHERFORD: Elvis tribute artist returning to StripBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Tickets for Elvis Week 2009, including tickets to the semifinal and final round of the Ultimate ETA Contest, will go on sale for Elvis Insiders starting on Friday, March 13. The on-sale date for the general public is Friday, April 3. Click here for more details.

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I like to give these guys a plug. If you're in the neighborhood, check out Jesse Aron, a well-known tribute artist from Wisconsin, at Huntsville on March 15 with his Voice of Elvis & Legends Texas Tour .The concert will be held at the Old Town Theater at 3 p.m. Tickets cost $15 for downstairs seating and $10 for the balcony."[The audience] will probably never see a wider variety of music at any

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Anyone who knows about Elvis impersonators will know about Bill Cherry..'Cherry as they say had no trouble filling Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Exposition Center last fall, when he performed with the Expense Account Show Band, Graceland's official contest band.Cherry will perform at Lindendale Park Ballroom in Highland on Saturday to benefit Highland Animal Shelter. Showtime is 8 pm. with tickets

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Michael Sokolik Jr. of Socastee, who competed at the 2008 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, Tenn., will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Studebaker's, 2000 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach.Tickets for this show, titled "Elvis Beginning to End," are $10, or $5 for club VIP card holders. Doors open at 6 p.m. Details at 448-9747 or 626-3855, or www.studebakersclub.com.Elvis

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JD Fortune seems to have lost it - that is, fronting the band, INXS.Fortune, whose real name is Jason Dean Bennison was picked by INXS as their new ,lead singer on the TC reality show, Rockstar four years ago.But now he's been dumped and finds himself living in the back of a car!Here's to a better fortune.INXS singer ditched, homeless, living in his car | musicradar.comBlogged with the Flock

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Dave King will bring his Elvis impersonation to the Tecumseh Center for the Arts for shows Friday and Saturday."The year was 1972. The place was Las Vegas. The entertainer was Elvis Presley. And for at least one person in the audience, life started to change.“I saw the reaction of the crowd,” said Dave King.“There was an electricity that permeated from the stage to the audience and back. He had a

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This Invercargill couple made a spontaneous decision on Thursday night to enter an online auction in which the highest bidder received a Las Vegas wedding package, complete with an Elvis impersonator walking them down the aisle and singing for them, return flights for four people and four nights' accommodation.We love couples like the Hartstonge's who keep Elvis impersonators busy in Vegas!City

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"On Tuesday 10th March - a couple of days before EBU's deadline - Belgium's French-speaking broadcaster RTBF will present the Belgian candidate for the Eurovision Song Contest 2009. The presentation of the Belgian song will take place at Mirano Continental in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Brussels. The teaser for the announcement of the Belgian representative for the

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This Valentine’s Day Elvis of Sedona brings Elvis the King back to life with songs for that special someone.About Elvis of Sedona Valentine’s Day Offer:Elvis of Sedona sings for your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day. Elvis of Sedona (VJ Mitchell) has one heck of a great voice. His performances are truly special. He's a real down to earth guy and has a fabulous way with people. An Elvis Valentine!

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"Marilee Barrientos, 53, her sister Cheri Schendel, 50, their cousin Carol Dennis, 67, and Cheri’s 16-year-old daughter, Maia, are devoted Elvis fans and fervent followers of ETAs — their term for Elvis Tribute Artists."More snippets.."An ETA should also interact with his audience, autograph pictures and give away scarves or flowers. They prefer real sideburns and jumpsuits that don’t look like a

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Keep an eye out for this young man.."Jake A. Slater entered his first Elvis tribute artist competition ever and walked away with the first place prize in the early years category -- beating out nine other well-seasoned early years contestants and winning screams of support from audience members wowed by his uncanny resemblance to the wiggling Presley."Saginaw King Fest early years winner left

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This article is worth a read - here is just a snippet:Recently he was named the international champion of BBC1's "World's Greatest Elvis Competition" in the United Kingdom and was chosen by Graceland as the winner of Elvis Presley Enterprises' first ever "Ultimate Tribute Artist Contest." So what makes him such a good Presley impersonator?"I fit in the same clothes," Klush laughed. "I can say

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Bill Cherry is doing mighty well - he has won the 13th "Annual Midwest Tribute to the King Competition" for his Elvis impersonating skills.He took home a $3,200 prize, beating out 14 other impersonators from Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin.Ill. man wins Elvis impersonation contest -- chicagotribune.comBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Three days before the first African-American ever to take the oath office of the President of the United States, Elvis fans can see the first African-American ever to take the crown of World Champion Elvis Impersonator. He's black, he's Elvis, and he is good. Really good! He's Robert Washington, World Champion Elvis Impersonator. The Background: On August 16, 1977 Elvis "left the building".

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Not to be missed.. this Australian event in a town called Parkes.."The festival evolved almost 20 years ago, when a couple of Elvis fans, who owned a restaurant called Gracelands in the central NSW town, struggled through another hot summer. Parkes Shire Council tourism manager Kelly Hendry said people were heading to the coast for their holidays so the town needed a money spinner. Being Elvis

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The Elvis Birthday Tribute, a concert celebrating the music of Elvis Presley era by era, will be coming the Paramount Theater Jan. 9 and the Star Plaza Theatre Jan. 10. Tickets are $35.50 and $49.50.The concert includes the early rock-a-billy years, the military years, the movie years and the 1968 comeback special in black leather, and the show closes with the Las Vegas concert years.Performers

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9th Annual Elvis Fest: The fest rocks Chicago at The Original Mother's, 26 W. Division St. at 8 p.m. Jan. 8, on what would have been his 74th birthday. Fans can meet Radio Hall of Famer Dick Biondi as he broadcasts live from 7 to 11 p.m. Emcee Sergio Interial hosts Elvis Tribute Artists, Elvis karaoke, giveaways, look-alike contest, free peanut butter and banana buffet and more. No entrance fee,

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Elvis Presley tribute artist Chatfield Boice along with the D.C. Drifters will perform at 7:30 p.m. New Year’s Eve at the Paramount Theatre, Austin"Boice has bumped and ground his way from obscurity to … well … being one of hundreds of Elvis tribute artists. He has a distinctive business card that identifies him as “Brad Boice ETA.” “This year will be 60 times that I have performed my Elvis

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Check out this event - sounds good where four award-winning Elvis tribute artists will bring their sideburns and swiveling hips to Dale’s Weston Lanes Jan. 10."They’ll perform at the Sixth Annual Elvis Birthday Bash, which will include two shows, a matinee at 2 p.m. and an evening performance at 8 p.m.Singers Gino Monopoli, Fred “E” Heidmann, Tony Rocker and Curt Lechner will perform more than 60

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Sounds like he's doing well - Lorraine Francisco has it covered in this short article - she says:"Impress your guests by having the original King of rock and roll perform at your event, with tribute artist Shawn Klush. American Shawn Klush was named The Ultimate

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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

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Two years on and Joseph Hall brought his brand of Elvis' music to Round the Bend Steakhouse near Ashland for a three-hour performance late last month.Joseph is really doing great things and brining even more attention to the world of the Elvis impersonator/tribute artists..Suburban Newspapers - 'The King' returns! Elvis tribute artist to make local appearanceBlogged with the Flock Browser

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The ultimate tribute to an Elvis tribute artist would be what was organized for Paul Barkham, who died in January. Tribute artists from around Britain have given a special concert in memory of Brighouse's own Elvis.. Paul."Family and friends of Paul, who was well-known throughout the area for his tribute act to Elvis Presley, attended the concert at Woodcross Working Men's Club in Wolverhampton.

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"A pint-sized Elvis fanatic from Wigan was All Shook Up when he was told he was too young to watch a performance by one of the world's best impersonators of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. But now five-year-old Dylan Bowen from Lowton is to get his own private gig to see Elvin Priestley."Dylan will be seeing Paul Bradbury at Manchester's Rockhouse Hotel on New Year's Eve and will hear hits

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News from the official Elvis camp about nest year's comp[etition:"Elvis tribute artists who compete in the 2009 contest will have a chance at some great cash prizes. In addition to receiving the title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of 2009 and recognition by Elvis Presley Enterprises, the overall winner of the contest will receive a cash prize of $20,000 and other valuable prizes. Cash prizes

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It's not at all about making a living is it? Some Elvis impersonators also use their talents to help others in need - as has Ben Portsmouth, 29, who donated his CD sales profits to the Sue Ryder Care hospice in Nettlebed."My grandfather was at the hospice in the Eighties and so I decided to do my bit for them. "Good for you Ben!Henley on Thames - Elvis impersonator donates CD profitsBlogged with

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If you live in  the area the "Christmas in the Carolinas" annual holiday event at the Cleveland Mall is well worth a visit.."More than 20 Elvis Tribute Artists from across the nation will take the stage to perform Elvis classics, including songs from his Christmas album and other well-loved hits."Christmas in the Carolinas" kicks off at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, and starts again Saturday at 10 a.m.

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Don't miss a fabulous Elvis show later this month when three Elvis impersonators will capture three eras of the King's life in one show!This will take place in Dover's Baker Theater on November 22nd. The line up is:• Jim Barone, a New Jersey resident, will perform as Elvis from the '50s;• Rick Virga from Long Island will recreate the legendary 1968 comeback special when Elvis performed in front

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Joseph Hall is performing at Grand Isalnd this weekend with two 90-minute performances scheduled for Old Walnut Auditorium on Saturday and a three-hour extravaganza slated for Sunday night at Northwest High School."Joseph Hall of Lincoln will perform at 3:30 and 7 p.m. Saturday at Old Walnut to benefit Special Olympics and from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Northwest High School.The Sunday evening

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Sounds like a good show to me.."It pays tribute to the early days of pure hip-swivelling rock ‘n’ roll.King is one of the UK’s most successful Elvis impersonators, a winner of Canada’s annual prestigious Elvis Festival in 2005, finalist in The World’s Greatest Elvis and appeared in an Elvis special edition of The Weakest Link on BBC1.The Las Vegas-style show lasts just over two hours, featuring

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"Sheffield —- The annual Elvis Day, Nov. 15, celebrates its status as one of the first cities where Elvis performed. Events include local entertainers and Elvis tribute artists. 256-335-0464"Be there or be square,,Calendar | ajc.comBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Stephen Kabakos (aka Elvis) is back! He returns to the Algonquin Theatre on November 8. The second half of the show apparently re-enacts the 1973 concert special Aloha from Hawaii.HuntsvilleForester.com - Elvis tribute returns to tell it The Way it WasBlogged with the Flock Browser

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A seven year old Elvis impersonator, Bradley Goode, is set auditioning to perform on the popular ITV talent show Britain's Got Talent. The article says:"Bradley started to enjoy Elvis one year when his granddad was playing his music in the car on the way to a holiday and he just loved it."So every year on holiday he wanted to perform Elvis songs and just wanted to get more of his things and an

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And listen to this fabulous quote- "I am getting calls from all over the world," Joseph said. "It is magical." "I am in a dream," This is great news for Hall and other talented Elvis tribute artists..Joseph has many goals and one of them is to become a performer in Las Vegas. But he hasn't forgotten his Nebraska rootsJoseph Hall returns to perform in York - Top Local Stories - News :

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It seems that a top-rated Elvis Presley impersonator from Chattanooga has pleaded guilty to patronizing prostitution and been given a diversion.If after a year and he gets into no further trouble.Matthew A. Cordell can have the charge expunged.10/16/2008 - Elvis Impersonator Given Guilty Plea Diversion On Patronizing Prostitution Charge - Breaking News - Chattanoogan.comBlogged with the Flock

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Dorian Baxter is an Elvis impersonator, an Anglican preacher and a Canadian federal election candidate - it's that simple.Baxter is making his third bid to enter federal politics in Newmarket-Aurora, the Ontario riding held by Belinda Stronach since 2004."In terms of electing an Elvis impersonator into the House of Commons, I have to remind people, Elvis has not left the building. He wants to get

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This is an unusual story - whoever thought another species could look like the King?This Mail On-line story says "there’s a whole world of Elvis impersonators. Yet few can be found below the ocean’s surface.But with the same pouting lips, deep soulful eyes and, of course, the trademark quiff  this denizen of the deep is an uncanny lookalike of the rock and roll icon."I wonder how this story came

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This sounds good - it caught my eye... the article says.."Ladies and gentlemen, if it’s Elvis you love, it’s Elvis you’ll get Oct. 18 at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park when "Elvis" will be in the building for dinner and a Vegas-style show."Apparently the show lasts for about  three hours and features Elvis in three stages of his life - they reckon it will sell out quickly.. To purchase

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Prueher and Pickett host a Found Footage each year. The Found Footage Festival, founded in New York in 2004, has been shown throughout the United States and Canada. While some people like to collect vinyl, these guys sit through thousands of "mostly excruciating hours"" watching videos to edit together about an hour of so of "hilarious and bewildering bits of vid".I had to include today's story

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Thousands of visitors from all over the UK, Europe, the USA and Canada stampeded Bridgend for the Fifth Annual Elvis Festival recently. This story says.."The first 'Elvis' I spot is at Bridgend railway station. He's sporting a shabby black jumpsuit slashed to the waist and a matted quiff, and is standing outside the ticket office drinking Special Brew, chain-smoking and muttering obscenities

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"Some of them sing, some of them dance, some of them just look cartoonish in black wigs — but Elvis impersonator Tom Bartlett is said to be the real deal. We’ve heard he sings like Elvis, dances like Elvis and looks like Elvis. Doubters can find out for themselves when Bartlett brings his “Tribute to Elvis” to Florence Civic Center on Oct. 4."That's what Nicholas Hilbourn says when he's

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Over 20 Elvis tribute artists are expected at this event.."The Temple, 203 N. Washington, has announced a two-day, three-concert extravaganza titled "The KING Returns to Saginaw," slated for Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17."Saginaw's Temple Theatre to host a battle of the Elvis Presley impersonators - Saginaw, Michigan Entertainment News - The Saginaw News – MLive.comBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Like I always say - Elvis impersonators, they come in all shapes and sizes, young or old male or female and even children in some instances.. and race is not an issue..Is there anyone else in history that has had this level of respect and adoration from such a diverse group?Elvis impersonator Marie Green performs at the Good Neighbor Festival in the newly dedicate Good Neighbor Park in Long Beach

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Great article that says.. "As my final taste of the Indiana State Fair, the Elvis impersonators kept me smiling and laughing for the whole hour and a half I was there."And that is the case.. Elvis impersonator fans have good taste and they have a great sense of humor!But ultimately, they are fans of the King himself.. imagine so many people  trying to emulate you so long after your death! Is

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It's always great to see opportunities for Elvis impersonators to show off their talent through the various competitions on throughout the year. Here is an example of another upcoming competition:-  The Temple, 203 N. Washington, has announced a two-day, three-concert extravaganza titled "The KING Returns to Saginaw," slated for Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17.Saginaw's Temple Theatre to host a

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We'd also like to pay tribute to Larry Kewley who died at the age of 59."With king-sized modesty, Larry always admitted he was one of the worst Elvis Presley impersonators in the world, but he used his talents to raise money for many good causes at charity shows."“He was generous with his time, always doing something for charity, from participating in the donkey derby to his infamous ‘Worst Elvis

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OK, not quite THE competition we've just had but another opportunity to let those who love to pay tribute to Elvis strut their stuff!"Crowds clapped along to the sounds of the Cadillac 59 band, as the judges scored each of the impersonators on their singing, looks and interpretation. Top marks went to Trevor Clark of Ashington who impressed judges with his rendition of Love Me Tender and Teddy

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More on Brandon Bennett of Ponchatoula, La's win:"Bennett, a firefighter who has done his Elvis act for eight years, won a $25,000 contract for a 12-week gig with Legends in Concert. He also is taking home an $11,500 D-28M Elvis Presley Martin Guitar, a title belt and a $500 gift certificate to Lansky, clothier to "The King."Fireman is ultimate tribute artist : Local News : Memphis Commercial

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Brandon Bennett, a Louisiana man, won the 2008 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest on Thursday in Memphis, Tenn.Donny Edwards of Las Vegas finished second. Joseph Hall, the NBC "Louisiana man wins Elvis tribute contest - Local - Myrtle Beach Sun NewsTake a look at Brandon in action! A well deserved win!

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The top ten finalists for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest have been announced.Twenty-two Elvis tribute artists from around the world competed on-stage in Memphis tonight for their chance to proceed to the finals round on Thursday, August 14. The top 10 finalists were announced just a short time ago. Congratulations to the following Elvis tribute artists who will be advancing to the

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Tickets are still available for the semifinals and finals that will take place at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts on August 13 & 14. You can cheer on your favorite Elvis tribute artist as they compete for their chance to advance to the finals and win the title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of 2008.

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Elvis Presley's favorite performance costume, the peacock jumpsuit, sold for $300,000 (U.S.) yesterday, making it the most expensive piece of Elvis memorabilia sold at auction. The previous record is $295,000 for his 1956 Lincoln Continental Mark II. Imagine if an Elvis impersonator could have bought this suit.. Wow!Elvis jumpsuit sells for $300,000 USBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Joseph Hall, a very talented Elvis impersonator who made it to last year's top 10 in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest recently appeared on America's Got Talent singing one of my personal favorites.. Hound DogSee for youselfRead a round-up on at BuddyTV here - Episode 8 Recap..

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More than 130 Elvis tribute artists again made the trek to Collingwood for the 14th annual Elvis Festival. And joining them were literally thousands of fans of either the man or the spectacle that the event lends itself to.See the whole article here.. it's well worth a read!The Barrie Examiner - Ontario, CABlogged with the Flock Browser

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Congratulations to the following recent preliminary Ultimate Elvis Contest winners:- Dwight Icenhower from Orlando, Florida, won the 6th Annual Tampa Elvis Festival and Contest.- Michael Sokolik, Jr. from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, was the winner of the Legends in Concert Myrtle Beach Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest.- George Thomas from Los Angeles, California, was the winner of the

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That's right folks - news from the Contest organizers is that there is less than two weeks of preliminary competitions left. Below are a list of the final preliminary competitions that will take place to determine the winners that will proceed to the semifinals in Memphis during Elvis Week:The Ultimate ETA Contest at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Presented by Brown ProductionsJuly 24-26, 2008;

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"On Friday, Andy Svrcek, 37, of Cressona, will compete against 11 other Elvis tribute artists at the Atlantic City Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary Contest for a chance to advance to the finals on Aug. 14 in Memphis, Ten"Yes - we're getting closer. it is hard not to see these articles appearing around the country as we again search for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist..Cressona Elvis

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Elvis impersonator, Michael T. Marchitto was placed first in the nonprofessional division at the Elvis impersonator competition held July 3-5 at the Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway.Boro man places first as Elvis impersonator | atlanticville.gmnews.com | AtlanticvilleMore Elvis impersonator news as it comes to hand.Blogged with the Flock Browser

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That's right folks - here's the score so far on the from the Ultimates Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. Some names you will recognize from last year as well as a couple of new ones:Matt Joyce from Conway, ArkansasBranson Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist ContestKevin Mills from Richmond Hill, CanadaThe Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest atHollywood CasinoJay Zanier from Guelph, CanadaWindsor Elvis

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That's right folks - the countdown is on. The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest will start on August 13 with the contest finals on August 14.Seymour Herald: entertainment : GRACELAND ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR ELVIS WEEK If you have news on your local heats, do share it won't you?Stay tuned for more Elvis impersonator news soon.Blogged with the Flock Browser

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In today's Elvis impersonator news, we meet Steve Roberti who is a former paramedic and Army veteran. Steve is set to compete in the Best of the Best Elvis Tribute Artists contest in Memphis.You can read about Steve in this St Petersburg Times article. Here's an excerpt about his first time impersonating The King.."I was scared to death, but toward the end of the first half, when four women threw

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Elvis impersonator fans may want to have a look at the sort of events planned during this year's Elvis Week.Of course the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest returns bringing together the winning Elvi from 20 competitions from around the world. Last year's winner, Shawn Klush will perform along with rockabilly group The Dempseys.Elvis Week events announced - Memphis Business Journal:Stay tuned

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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..

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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

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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

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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

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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, FLStay tuned for more Elvis impersonator news soon.Blogged with the

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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)

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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

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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

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I got this Elvis impersonator news from the official Ultimate Elvis Contest website.The link attached gives you a chronological list of locations.As you will see the next heat is at Menominee Casino, Keshena, Wisconsin on May 17 and 18 followed by the Lake George Festival from May 29 to June 1st.Ultimate Contest - Elvis.comStay tuned for more Elvis impersonator news soon.Blogged with the Flock

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Elvis impersonator Shawn Klush, or tribute artist as he and many prefer to be called has really made a mighty favorable impression on this journalist who thinks he's the nearest thing to Elvis himself. It's quite an interesting piece if you car t have a look.An excerpt from the article says:"His big win on the BBC's hunt for the best Elvis last year whipped up excited talk that the 38-year-old is

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If you want the Australian Elvis impersonator experience well, consider adding a trip down under to visit this famous Aussie festival. A  three year deal has been signed that seals the 'CountryLink Parkes Elvis Festival' from 2009-2011!The Elvis Express conveys festival visitors from Sydney Central Station to Parkes each January to enjoy the festival.The Elvis Express is given an Elvis farewell

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Elvis impersonator fans may well know of this festival and may be interested to know that tickets go on sale from May 1st.The 10th Annual Hometown Tribute to the King of Rock 'n Roll is being held on June 6th, 7th, and 8th. It's a very exciting time of the year - because of course there's heats now on for 2008 Elvis Tribute Artist Contest..Check out what's planned in the link below.. It states:

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The first preliminary round of the 2008 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest was held on Saturday in Arnold, Missouri. This is Arnold's second year as a preliminary round.An estimated 800 attended the evening session, which followed a preliminary session in the afternoon that drew a somewhat smaller crowd.I've attached a link to the article below..Jefferson County Journal | News | ARNOLD: Fans,

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Well, that's the title of this you tube clip anyway - "The World's Greatest Elvis Impersonator". And he sure does a fine job.. watch and see what you think:Stay tuned for more Elvis impersonator news soon.

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French-Italian Elvis impersonator Max Pellicano Pellicano’s show, Elvis to the Max, is being taken to Kuala Lumpur and it's not his first show there.."Born in Monaco, Pellicano spent his early years in New York City. Like all self-respecting Elvis impersonators, he remembers vividly his introduction to Elvis Presley.“I was six, and my brother played Hound Dog and All Shook Up about a thousand

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Tickets for the Collingwood Elvis Festival are on sale and available by calling 1-866-444-1162 or by ordering and printing tickets on-line at www.collingwoodelvisfestival.com.The Festival runs from Thursday, July 24 until Sunday, July 27 and features some of the greatest Elvis tribute artists in the industry competing for the represent Collingwood at the The 2008 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist

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Lee "Memphis"King was the British finalist in The World's Greatest Elvis competition and has previously been voted the number one Elvis tribute at Canada's Collingwood Festival. He's in concert this Sunday in Liverpool, England.But poor Lee's whole interview seems to focus on the King's diet rather than Lee's talent. Here's an excerpt.. interesting approach:“One thing is for sure, although I try

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Oh well, if you're going to go to court, you may as well do it in style.."NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (AP) — One central Kentucky Elvis Presley impersonator may be singing "Jailhouse Rock" after showing up for court drunk and dressed like Presley.A Jessamine County District Court judge says 64-year-old David Blaisdell of Lexington must spend three days in jail for contempt of court. Blaisdell was wearing

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I love to cover all sorts of news on Elvis impersonators - like this article from the Hartford Advocate which says:"Appropriately attired in a white jumpsuit, Martin as Elvis was phenomenal and sounded great. He was a one-man show, working the sound system and adjusting disco lights in between belting out favorites from "Hound Dog" to "Unchained Melody." The dance floor stayed crowded and

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Elvis impersonators are popular everywhere! In Iowa, Elvis impersonator Brad Boice and his band, the DC Drifters recently played to a crowd of 300 people at the Expo Center at the Howard County Fairgrounds.You know, people never tire of Elvis impersonators - they are sought after everywhere and their popularity is in fact on the rise. The article confirms this:"Despite winter weather conditions,

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Soon, you will be able to get married in a bar by an Elvis impersonator."If Mood2’s application for a wedding license is successful customers will be able to get married in the club – by an Elvis impersonator.“We’re going to have a little white chapel built upstairs for our Vegas Baby Fridays,” says Mood2’s new manager Andy Millichamp. “Couples will be able to get married by an Elvis impersonator

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That's right folks, the show is over before it has even begun for Elvis impersonator, Dean Vegas in his quest to become Mayor.The article link below goes on to sy:"his dream of being mayor was cut short after his nomination was rejected. He isn't even on the electoral role.The Elvis impersonator fought back tears after he revealed he had blown more than $30,000 preparing for the March 15 election

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Elvis impersonator, Dean Vegas, hd his official mayoral campaign launch at Paradise Point park yesterday."The Elvis impersonator was overwhelmed by the reception of followers who had backed him as a serious candidate in the mayoral race. "I'm over the moon with the turnout," he said." See the whole article in the link below...Good luck Dean!Dean Vegas switches on purple powerBlogged with FlockIf

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