Alfred Wertheimer,Alfred Wertheimer
Elvis at 21: New York to Memphis
Elvis at 21: New York to Memphis
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In 1956, Alfred Wertheimer was asked by RCA Victor to photograph Elvis Presley's budding career. Wertheimer captured unguarded and everyday moments in Elvis's life during that crucial year, which took him from Tupelo, Mississippi, to the silver screen, the verge of international stardom, and his crowning as the "King of Rock and Roll." The collection of photos includes classic images that are spontaneous, unrehearsed, and without artifice. Fans of all ages will enjoy this exclusive deep dive into Elvis's early life as he builds his career and shakes up the world of music.
Format: Hardback
Length: 290 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2023
Publisher: Insight Editions
In 1956, Alfred Wertheimer was commissioned by Elvis Presley's new label, RCA Victor, to document the burgeoning career of the young superstar just as it was about to take off in a way the world had never seen. With unfettered access to the young performer, Wertheimer captured unguarded and everyday moments in Elvis' life during that crucial year. It was a year that took him from his hometown of Tupelo, Mississippi, to the silver screen, the brink of international stardom, and his crowning as the "King of Rock 'n' Roll."
As Wertheimer photographed Elvis during 1956 and again in 1958, he created classic images that are spontaneous, unrehearsed, and without artifice. A PIVOTAL YEAR: Dubbed the "King of Rock 'n' Roll" in 1956, 21-year-old Elvis, placed 17 songs on Billboard's Top 100 singles chart, including three singles that reached #1, appeared on multiple prime-time TV variety shows, performed 143 times in 79 different cities, and released his first film, Love Me Tender.
EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Dive into the complete collection of Alfred Wertheimers photos of the young Elvis Presley as he tours from New York to Memphis, Tennessee. PERFECT FOR ALL ELVIS FANS: Fans of all ages will enjoy this exclusive deep dive into Elvis' early life as he builds his career and shakes up the world of music.
GO BEHIND THE STAGE: Explore intimate and candid images captured after Elvis has left the building—backstage, writing, or reading fan mail from his admirers. RENOWNED PHOTOGRAPHER AND AUTHOR: Experience the King of Rock 'n' Roll through the lens of famed Alfred Wertheimer, the photographer who captured every moment of the young star's early career.
Dimension: 325 x 249 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9798886631678
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