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Aloha from Hawaii Via Satellite

Elvis Presley · 1973

61 min · 24 tracks · pop rock · R&B · rock & roll

A vibrant fusion of rock, blues, and gospel that showcases Elvis's powerful vocals and charismatic stage presence.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • celebratory sing-along moments
  • vibrant live performance energy
  • emotional storytelling through vocals
  • nostalgic favorites reimagined

Maybe skip if you want

  • preference for quiet introspection
  • dislike of live recordings

Where this album fits

Themes
Hawaiian spectacle· satellite broadcast· American folk traditions
Career context
Released on February 4, 1973, this concert album marked Elvis Presley's first televised concert via satellite. At this point in his career, Presley was experiencing a resurgence in popularity after years of focusing on film work, making this performance pivotal as he re-established himself as a live performer.
Stylistic neighbors
Chuck Berry· Little Richard· Buddy Holly
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Live by James Taylor — Captures a similar blend of heartfelt performance and folk influences with warm vocal delivery.
At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash — Shares the raw energy and storytelling of American roots music in a live setting.
Hot August Night by Neil Diamond — Features an engaging live performance style with a mix of rock and pop that echoes Elvis's charisma.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Introduction: Also sprach Zarathustra (Theme From 2001: A Scace Odyssey) 1:11
  • 2 See See Rider 2:57
  • 3 Burning Love 3:08
  • 4 Something 3:28
  • 5 You Gave Me a Mountain 3:14
  • 6 Steamroller Blues 3:00
  • 7 My Way 3:58
  • 8 Love Me 1:53
  • 9 Johnny B. Goode 1:41
  • 10 It’s Over 2:10
  • 11 Blue Suede Shoes 1:12
  • 12 I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry 2:15
  • 13 I Can’t Stop Loving You 2:24
  • 14 Hound Dog 0:51
  • 15 What Now My Love 3:14
  • 16 Fever 2:47
  • 17 Welcome to My World 1:52
  • 18 Suspicious Minds 4:35
  • 19 Intros by Elvis 1:27
  • 20 I’ll Remember You 2:33
  • 21 Medley: Long Tall Sally / Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On 1:58
  • 22 American Trilogy 4:29
  • 23 A Big Hunk o’ Love 2:11
  • 24 Can’t Help Falling in Love 2:40

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