The Essential Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley · 2007
112 min · 40 tracks · pop rock · R&B · rock & roll
A dazzling collection of rock and roll classics that capture the essence of Elvis Presley's groundbreaking sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-along classics
- dynamic collection of favorites
- short bursts of energy
- for casual gatherings
- wave-like emotional transitions
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of long epics
- prefer modern production styles
Where this album fits
- Themes
- 1950s rock rebellion· Southern gospel roots· Billboard chart dominance
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 'The Essential Elvis Presley' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of Presley's career, showcasing his evolution from a regional phenomenon to an international superstar. This compilation came during a time when interest in classic rock and roll was resurging, as younger generations began to discover the roots of modern music through iconic figures like Presley.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chuck Berry· Little Richard· Buddy Holly
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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The Great Twenty-Eight by Chuck Berry — Shares rock and roll's rebellious spirit and catchy hooks, foundational to Presley's sound.At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash — Blends country and rock with a raw energy, echoing Presley's Southern roots and storytelling.Here's Little Richard by Little Richard — Captures the explosive energy of early rock and roll, mirroring Elvis's charismatic vocal style.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 That’s All Right, Mama 1:57
- 2 Baby, Let’s Play House 2:17
- 3 Mystery Train 2:29
- 4 Heartbreak Hotel 2:09
- 5 I Was the One 2:33
- 6 Blue Suede Shoes 2:00
- 7 Hound Dog 2:17
- 8 Don’t Be Cruel 2:03
- 9 Love Me Tender 2:42
- 10 All Shook Up 1:59
- 11 (There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (for Me) 3:22
- 12 Jailhouse Rock 2:36
- 13 Trouble 2:18
- 14 Fever 3:33
- 15 It’s Now or Never 3:16
- 16 Reconsider Baby 3:44
- 17 Are You Lonesome Tonight? 3:08
- 18 Little Sister 2:32
- 19 Follow That Dream 1:38
- 20 Can’t Help Falling in Love 2:57
Disc 2
- 1 Return to Sender 2:09
- 2 (You’re the) Devil in Disguise 2:20
- 3 Bossa Nova, Baby 2:07
- 4 Viva Las Vegas 2:25
- 5 Big Boss Man 2:52
- 6 A Little Less Conversation 2:13
- 7 If I Can Dream 3:10
- 8 Memories 3:07
- 9 In the Ghetto 2:57
- 10 Suspicious Minds 4:32
- 11 Don’t Cry Daddy 2:47
- 12 Kentucky Rain 3:19
- 13 Polk Salad Annie 4:49
- 14 The Wonder of You 2:35
- 15 I Just Can’t Help Believin’ 4:39
- 16 Burning Love 2:58
- 17 Always on My Mind 3:39
- 18 Steamroller Blues 3:08
- 19 Hurt 2:08
- 20 Moody Blue 2:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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