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Elvis Presley
ELVIS AND ME

Saturday 11 August 2007
2000-2100




To mark the 30th anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley on 16 August, this programme features a selection of people talking about their memories of Elvis.

Presenter Suzi Quatro describes herself as Elvis’ Number One fan, although many would challenge her for that title! She has written a still unreleased tribute song called ‘Singing With Angels’, which she recorded with James Burton (Elvis’ guitar player in the 1970s) and the Jordanaires, who provided backing vocals on so many of his records.

In addition to Elvis admirers Robert Plant, Tim Rice and Cliff Richard, there are stories and reflections from those who worked with him such as James Burton, Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller and Ray Walker of the Jordanaires. Plus songwriter Jimmy Webb talks about his song ‘Elvis And Me’ and its inspiration.

The programme will cover Elvis’ whole career - from the life-changing impact of his early records through to his Las Vegas live spectaculars of the seventies.

Calling all Elvis impersonators. The One Show needs you! The One Show is attempting to break a Guinness World Record by collecting the greatest number of Elvis impersonators together in the ultimate performance to honour the King!

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