Elvis Is Back!
Elvis Presley · 1960
158 min · 53 tracks · pop rock · R&B · rock & roll
A vibrant fusion of rock and roll, pop, and blues showcasing Elvis' vocal prowess and charisma.
Why this album works
'Elvis Is Back!' debuted at number one on the Billboard Top LPs chart and has been praised for its innovative blend of genres. This album is significant for its critical reception and influence on subsequent rock and pop artists, featuring timeless tracks that remain staples in his discography. It helped establish Presley’s lasting legacy in the music industry.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of vocal range catchy tunes for sing-alongs vibrant energy for celebrations
- Context
- Released on April 8, 1960, 'Elvis Is Back!' marked Elvis Presley's return to the music scene after his two-year stint in the U.S. Army. This was his first studio album following his military service, reflecting a blend of styles that solidified his status as a versatile artist. The album came during a time when Presley was transitioning from teen idol to a more mature artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· Cher· Kenny Rogers· Donna Summer· David Hasselhoff· Debbie Harry· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Make Me Know It 2:01
- 2 Fever Standout 3:34
- 3 The Girl of My Best Friend 2:24
- 4 I Will Be Home Again 2:35
- 5 Dirty, Dirty Feeling 1:35
- 6 Thrill of Your Love 3:02
- 7 Soldier Boy 3:06
- 8 Such a Night 3:01
- 9 It Feels So Right 2:11
- 10 Girl Next Door Went a Walking 2:15
- 11 Like a Baby 2:40
- 12 Reconsider Baby 3:45
- 13 Stuck on You 2:20
- 14 Fame and Fortune 2:32
- 15 It’s Now or Never 3:16
- 16 A Mess of Blues 2:42
- 17 Are You Lonesome Tonight Standout 3:08
- 18 I Gotta Know (incl. take 1) 2:58
- 19 Make Me Know It (take 1) 2:37
- 20 Fever (take 1) 3:49
- 21 The Girl of My Best Friend (take 3) 2:36
- 22 Soldier Boy (take 1) 3:03
- 23 Such a Night (take 1) 3:14
- 24 It Feels So Right (take 1) 2:09
- 25 Stuck on You (take 1) 2:19
- 26 Fame and Fortune (take 2) 2:33
- 27 It’s Now or Never (take 1) 3:29
- 28 Are You Lonesome Tonight? (takes 1, 2) 3:39
Disc 2
- 1 Make Me Know It (take 3) 2:12
- 2 Make Me Know It (takes 9, 10, 11) 2:41
- 3 Make Me Know It (takes 17, 18) 2:47
- 4 Soldier Boy (takes 2, 3 & 7) 5:11
- 5 Soldier Boy (takes 9 & 10) 3:39
- 6 Stuck on You (takes 1 Fs, 2) 2:36
- 7 Fame and Fortune (takes 4, 5) 4:04
- 8 A Mess of Blues (take 1) 2:56
- 9 A Mess of Blues (takes 2, 3) 2:51
- 10 It Feels So Right (take 2) 2:06
- 11 It Feels So Right (takes 4, 3) 2:41
- 12 Fever (takes 2 & 3) 4:00
- 13 Like a Baby (take 1) 2:13
- 14 Like a Baby (take 2) 2:41
- 15 Like a Baby (takes 3 & 4) 3:34
- 16 It’s Now or Never (take 2) 3:24
- 17 It’s Now or Never (takes 3, 4) 3:56
- 18 The Girl of My Best Friend (takes 2, 4, 5, 6) 5:15
- 19 The Girl of My Best Friend (take 9) 2:26
- 20 Dirty, Dirty Feeling (take 1) 1:41
- 21 Dirty, Dirty Feeling (takes 2, 3 & Sp last chord from 4) 1:44
- 22 Thrill of Your Love (takes 1, 2 & 1pb) 4:09
- 23 Such a Night (takes 2, 3, 4 & 5 Sp) 3:51
- 24 The Girl Next Door Went a’Walking (takes 1, 2, 3) 3:42
- 25 Are You Lonesome Tonight (takes 4, 3 & Wp 1/2 Sp) 2:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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