There are 74 article(s) tagged Elvis Presley:

• September 2022

  • Sofia Coppola to direct ‘Elvis and Me’ film

    The project is the second film to be created based on Priscilla Presley’s 1985 memoir. In 1988, a TV movie version of “Elvis and Me” was released with the same title.

    By Jasmine McCraven September 13, 2022

  • Gospel reigns supreme at WLOK Stone Soul Picnic

    Overton Park Shell hosts one of Memphis’ oldest music events, the 47th annual WLOK Stone Soul picnic showcasing up-and-coming gospel artists.

    By Alicia Davidson September 03, 2022

• August 2022

  • Elvis lives on — or at least he did in a Herrington story written long ago

    It’s Elvis Week, so Jennifer Biggs and Chris Herrington talk about what was in the 12,000 calories Elvis reportedly consumed daily.

    By Jennifer Biggs August 15, 2022

  • What’s new for Elvis Week 2022

    Scheduled events for the 45th commemoration of Elvis Presley’s death include screenings of “Elvis” as well as performances from some younger musicians. 

    By Mikayla Higgins August 09, 2022

• June 2022

  • 45 years after death, Elvis gets his biggest movie ever — and a shot at new audiences

    “Elvis” is the biggest-ever Elvis movie and Elvis is arguably — maybe inarguably — the biggest-ever Memphian. But what will the film ultimately mean for Memphis and one of its most popular tourist attractions? 

    By Chris Herrington June 21, 2022

  • Co-stars Austin Butler and Tom Hanks, director Baz Luhrmann make Graceland debut of ‘Elvis’

    Three generations of Presley women — former wife Priscilla Presley, daughter Lisa Marie Presley & granddaughter Riley Keough — bestow their approval on the ‘Elvis' film.

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    ‘Elvis’ stars walk the red carpet

    By Chris Herrington June 13, 2022

  • Graceland celebrates 40th anniversary

    The first 1,000 guests will receive a 40^th anniversary poster, featuring Graceland’s original opening day flyer artwork. 

    By Jasmine McCraven June 02, 2022

• May 2022

  • Graceland Too finds temporary home in NYC

    Memphis native debuts new play about a former attraction dedicated to Elvis Presley and the tragedy that happened there. 

    By Sam Hegenheiser May 03, 2022

• March 2022

  • Booker T. Jones, Mavis Staples among newest class of Memphis Music Hall of Fame

    After a two-year hiatus, the Memphis Music Hall of Fame announced eight inductees, including stars of Sun, Stax and beyond. 

    By Chris Herrington March 22, 2022

  • Shell no longer Levitt, plans to return to roots

    The venue plans to continue its mission of free concerts every year, but will rely on other revenue streams, such as more ticketed concerts.

    By Jasmine McCraven March 03, 2022

• February 2022

  • Elvis impersonators are taking their talents to the metaverse

    Elvis Presley Enterprises is hoping to break the late singer’s world record, this time, in the metaverse. 

    By Jasmine McCraven February 08, 2022

• January 2022

  • Herrington: How Ja Morant is (and isn’t) like Elvis

    There are obvious differences, and more people nationally are cognizant of Elvis than Ja, but they are united in charisma, flair and family.

    By Chris Herrington January 31, 2022

  • Ford Megasite: Tupelo-area pulled together to land Toyota

    They had their doubters, but leaders from three counties in the Tupelo, Mississippi, area believed in their vision for rebooting the local economy. 

    By Don Wade January 02, 2022

• December 2021

  • Selfie museum opens in the South Main Arts District

    Lucky Fox Studios, a selfie museum, makes its way to the South Main Arts District.

    By Jasmine McCraven December 28, 2021

• October 2021

  • New jewelry line inspired by Elvis is TCB

    Zales introduces a new men’s jewelry collection inspired by the King of Rock ’n’ Roll.

    By Jasmine McCraven October 11, 2021

• August 2021

  • Graceland contest no joke for Elvis tribute artists

    “The tribute artists are not the parody,” said Angie Marchese, vice president of archives and exhibits at Graceland. “These guys are true artists. They’re singers, they’re craftsmen, paying tribute to someone who has changed their lives.”

    By Rob Moore August 16, 2021

  • See it now: Elvis fans’ burning love shines on at candlelight vigil

    Photographer Brad Vest captured the scene at Graceland during the candlelight vigil marking the anniversary of Elvis Presley’s death on Aug. 16, 1977.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff August 16, 2021

• March 2021

  • Graceland, others prepare to bring back live music

    Graceland, Live at the Garden and Levitt Shell are planning for 2021 concerts after 2020 shut everything down.

    By Linda A. Moore March 12, 2021

• January 2021

  • Herrington: Elvis & Nixon oddity adds bonus to annual birthday celebration

    An exhibit that opened recently marks the half-century anniversary of one of American culture’s more colorful and peculiar moments. 

    By Chris Herrington January 11, 2021

• November 2020

  • ‘I Love Whitehaven Weekend’ aims to draw visitors to community

    This week of events kicks off the holiday season for Whitehaven.

    By Linda A. Moore November 17, 2020

• October 2020

  • Elvis’ grandson Benjamin Keough buried at Graceland

    The grandson of Elvis Presley has been laid to rest in the Meditation Garden at Graceland.

    By Wayne Risher October 02, 2020

• August 2020

  • Miss USA, Graceland-style, set in November

    The Miss USA pageant will be broadcast from Graceland on Nov. 9, the Miss Universe Organization announced Monday, Aug. 31.

    By Wayne Risher August 31, 2020

  • Fans mourn Elvis in abbreviated ceremony, livestream

    Elvis Week ended with an abbreviated version of the annual candlelight vigil, commemorating the death of the iconic entertainer. 

    By Jared Boyd August 15, 2020

• July 2020

  • Graceland to offer virtual Elvis experiences

    Instagrammable moments will mark Graceland's COVID-19 edition of Elvis Week.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff July 28, 2020

  • Graceland pares down Elvis Week in pandemic

    A free, reservation-only version of the Elvis Week Candlelight Vigil will feature social distancing and smaller crowds.

    By Wayne Risher July 16, 2020