I prefer his book "Elvis day by day" much less biased than the informations in Careless love (which is a good read if we keep in mind that it's the point of view of Guralnick written more than 25 years ago).
Hi mark glad you enjoyed your break away i have both these books and it annoys me that people who didn't know him or listen to his music just assume he took drugs and died a lonely death but if they read these books they would discover Elvis was human like the rest of us and wanted to entertain his fans till the end thats why he is the greatest entertainer ever also i have read from here to the great unknown and its a good read and very hard read take care
Hi! Totally agree, these are THE books to own on Elvis' life. If I recall correctly, book 1 covers from birth to his draft into the army and book 2 is the army years until his tragic passing.
Hi Mark, like you I love these books, so informative the best since Jerry Hopkins biography on Elvis,Lisa book I found very emotional but essential reading
Hi Mark, I really enjoyed hearing you talk about your discussion with your cousins about Elvis. Well said by you, defending our Man. I have always claimed that people didn't make allowances for (a) Elvis's age and (b) his health issues, in the mid 1970's. The energy he expended on his performances would have knocked most people sideways at that age; you only have to watch the videos of his concerts where he is seen helped off the stage by his entourage - they practically carry him off and throw him into the waiting car where he is seen sweating profusely and grasping for breath. It is obvious that he was not in good health by then, poor man. Thanks for mentioning my comments about Col. Parker being blamed for pushing Elvis into the touring schedules. As I have said on many occasions, if people read more books about Elvis that were written by those closest to him, they would learn that once the movie contracts were finished, Elvis' greatest joy in life was performing on stage for the fans. Yes it could be a gruelling schedule not just for Elvis but for the hundred or so people who were his supporting team on those tours, and a few of them dropped out over the years, but most stuck by Elvis simply because he was the greatest entertainer of the time, and it was a privilege to be part of the team. Col,Parker worked as hard as any of them behind the scenes, and unless one reads the few books that provide those details, nobody was aware of just how much he did, and don't forget, he was a lot older rhan Elvis, and it took a toll on his health too.
Great recommendation on the two Guralnick books. I’ve had both books since their release and read both years ago. It may be time to break them out for a second read.⚡️
Good to see you back and that you Enjoyed Ireland. I am an Irishman living in Somerset Waterford is my home town. I am dyslexic and I am reading Last Train To Memphis on Google books
I do blame Colonel Parker for a lot of Elvis’s misfires.Parker saw Elvis as $$$ (helped feed his gambling habit).IMHO Parker didn’t see Elvis the rock n roller.I have read many times Parker saw rock n roll as a passing fad that’s why all those films and hate to say it but by the mid 60s was losing touch with the rock scene.That’s why the Comeback Special had to happen one of the best decisions Elvis ever made.BTW I just received the deluxe 3xdvd Comeback Special and I have only watched one disc so far but it is really great and thx for the recommendation.this may be way out your area but asfar as managers go Peter Grant who managed Led Zeppelin ruled the band with an iron fist.He let the band have full artistic control of their music but any business dealings he made sure every red cent went to the band.He was an imposing man and not to be messed with.I feel with a manager like Grant Elvis could have had an even greater career.Just my thoughts.Anyway great books and vid.
I agree both books are excellent I have many other biographies of Elvis too and find the better ones are written by established music writes rather then friends etc I also feel in my opinion the King could have been served better by a manager more intent on art rather then money Some of Film songs are poor (but obviously others are classics ) I collect Elvis a lot too, and feel he rightfully deserves any accolades and tributes, but there’s always a sense of what could have been.for example a duets album with Dylan, cash, Orbison, Robert plant etc etc Or more dramatic film roles eg a star is born He will always be the king though no matter what And like you could talk about him all night Take care And thanks for the videos!
In my opinion I think that Elvis was depressed towards the end I don't think it was a challenge anymore for him or very enjoyed performing and the level of Fame was so astronomical that's kind of Fame affects people or can do I think he needed more people around him That just understood him and weren't just in it for the money I think Elvis was very easily sued by people I needed to be a bit more assertive that's just my opinion
Careless love was disappointing. Except for repotage on the recording sessions and such, the rest shows little independent research. Just a lot of quoting sources with aces to grind and money to make off of a dead man. The first volume is better. More independent interviews.
The 2 books you must own on the life of Elvis Presley.
I prefer his book "Elvis day by day" much less biased than the informations in Careless love (which is a good read if we keep in mind that it's the point of view of Guralnick written more than 25 years ago).
Hi mark glad you enjoyed your break away i have both these books and it annoys me that people who didn't know him or listen to his music just assume he took drugs and died a lonely death but if they read these books they would discover Elvis was human like the rest of us and wanted to entertain his fans till the end thats why he is the greatest entertainer ever also i have read from here to the great unknown and its a good read and very hard read take care
Hi! Totally agree, these are THE books to own on Elvis' life. If I recall correctly, book 1 covers from birth to his draft into the army and book 2 is the army years until his tragic passing.
Absolutely those 2 books are a must, the best biography on Elvis ❤
They're actually not. The first volume is pretty well done. The second is just lazy.
Hi Mark, like you I love these books, so informative the best since Jerry Hopkins biography on Elvis,Lisa book I found very emotional but essential reading
@JohnBull14 thank you, can't wait to read Lisa book x
Hi Mark, I really enjoyed hearing you talk about your discussion with your cousins about Elvis. Well said by you, defending our Man. I have always claimed that people didn't make allowances for (a) Elvis's age and (b) his health issues, in the mid 1970's. The energy he expended on his performances would have knocked most people sideways at that age; you only have to watch the videos of his concerts where he is seen helped off the stage by his entourage - they practically carry him off and throw him into the waiting car where he is seen sweating profusely and grasping for breath. It is obvious that he was not in good health by then, poor man.
Thanks for mentioning my comments about Col. Parker being blamed for pushing Elvis into the touring schedules. As I have said on many occasions, if people read more books about Elvis that were written by those closest to him, they would learn that once the movie contracts were finished, Elvis' greatest joy in life was performing on stage for the fans. Yes it could be a gruelling schedule not just for Elvis but for the hundred or so people who were his supporting team on those tours, and a few of them dropped out over the years, but most stuck by Elvis simply because he was the greatest entertainer of the time, and it was a privilege to be part of the team. Col,Parker worked as hard as any of them behind the scenes, and unless one reads the few books that provide those details, nobody was aware of just how much he did, and don't forget, he was a lot older rhan Elvis, and it took a toll on his health too.
Great recommendation on the two Guralnick books. I’ve had both books since their release and read both years ago. It may be time to break them out for a second read.⚡️
I have the second one - Careless Love - great !!!
Good to see you back and that you Enjoyed Ireland. I am an Irishman living in Somerset Waterford is my home town. I am dyslexic and I am reading Last Train To Memphis on Google books
Great video my friend
Thank you ❤️
I do blame Colonel Parker for a lot of Elvis’s misfires.Parker saw Elvis as $$$ (helped feed his gambling habit).IMHO Parker didn’t see Elvis the rock n roller.I have read many times Parker saw rock n roll as a passing fad that’s why all those films and hate to say it but by the mid 60s was losing touch with the rock scene.That’s why the Comeback Special had to happen one of the best decisions Elvis ever made.BTW I just received the deluxe 3xdvd Comeback Special and I have only watched one disc so far but it is really great and thx for the recommendation.this may be way out your area but asfar as managers go Peter Grant who managed Led Zeppelin ruled the band with an iron fist.He let the band have full artistic control of their music but any business dealings he made sure every red cent went to the band.He was an imposing man and not to be messed with.I feel with a manager like Grant Elvis could have had an even greater career.Just my thoughts.Anyway great books and vid.
@@alanthorne3921 Thank you for sharing your thoughts, much appreciated 👏
I agree both books are excellent
I have many other biographies of Elvis too and find the better ones are written by established music writes rather then friends etc
I also feel in my opinion the King could have been served better by a manager more intent on art rather then money
Some of Film songs are poor (but obviously others are classics )
I collect Elvis a lot too, and feel he rightfully deserves any accolades and tributes, but there’s always a sense of what could have been.for example a duets album with Dylan, cash, Orbison, Robert plant etc etc
Or more dramatic film roles eg a star is born
He will always be the king though no matter what
And like you could talk about him all night
Take care
And thanks for the videos!
I believe we all need a hobby in life. I dont think Elvis had any hobbies.
In my opinion I think that Elvis was depressed towards the end I don't think it was a challenge anymore for him or very enjoyed performing and the level of Fame was so astronomical that's kind of Fame affects people or can do I think he needed more people around him That just understood him and weren't just in it for the money I think Elvis was very easily sued by people I needed to be a bit more assertive that's just my opinion
Careless love was disappointing. Except for repotage on the recording sessions and such, the rest shows little independent research. Just a lot of quoting sources with aces to grind and money to make off of a dead man. The first volume is better. More independent interviews.
it´s Elvis, no Alvis...