On the day he would have turned 89, Elvis Presley is celebrated with new productions, success in the cinema and even success in the charts
Elvis Presley he would have turned 89 this Monday (8). And, despite having left us more than 45 years ago, in August 1977, the rockstar born in Tupelo, United States, remains at a time of high popularity, with productions on stage and screen dedicated to his life and work. . More than that: Elvis experienced a new entry into the music charts last week, with a song released 60 years ago.
Below, we recap Elvis’ four recent highlights, with announcements that prove that his legacy is still alive and well.
Elvis Evolution, a show with holographic Elvis
Opening the celebrations for Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday, which would take place next year, the King of Rock is the new star honored with the use of artificial intelligence. The show Elvis Evolution promises to bring together AI and holographic projection to bring the artist back to the stage. Described as an “immersive concert experience”, the show is scheduled to premiere in London in November, and is also scheduled to tour Las Vegas, Tokyo and Berlin. It is done in partnership between the Authentic Brands Groupowners of Elvis Presley’s estate, and the Layered Realitya British immersive entertainment company, and follows the model of Abba Voyage holographic show with Abba, which generated unprecedented success, with more than 1.3 million tickets sold. There is still no forecast for his presentation to the Brazilian public, who, in turn, will have another opportunity to contemplate the King of Rock with…
Elvis Revolution, a musical in Brazil
Elvis will be honored on Brazilian stages with the show ELVIS – A Musical Revolutionwhich shows the story of the rock legend directed by Miguel Falabella. The only authorized musical biography about the singer’s life and work, it has already been adapted in Australia and the United States. For the Brazilian production, the cast selection will be made in March and registration for candidates for the character and other names in the play is now open via a link.
Elvis in Priscilla, another side of the King of Rock
Jacob Elordiowner of enormous recent success with Saltburn, also shines on the big screen in the role of Elvis Presley. Here, however, it appears parallel to Cailee Spaenyin Young Witcheswhich gives life to Priscilla in the film of the same name Sofia Coppola, which opened in Brazilian cinemas on January 4th. The production is based on the book Elvis & Mebiography written by Priscilla Presley It is Sandra Harmonwhich tells how the couple met, and how the, previously a fan of the rockstar, ended up entangled in a plot of control with the artist.
Elvis hitmaker, successful on the charts after 60 years
The last few weeks have also marked a milestone for Elvis’ own original music, with a new top spot for “Blue Christmas”a Christmas classic released as a single in 1964, which performed well on the charts again last week (via Forbes). The melancholic hit ranked 18th on the list of the 100 most listened to songs in the United States last week. With this, it surpasses its own previous success mark, in 18th position.
Source: Rollingstone
Earl Johnson is a music writer at Gossipify, known for his in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the industry. A graduate of USC with a degree in Music, he brings years of experience and passion to his writing. He covers the latest releases and trends, always on the lookout for the next big thing in music.
