(July 2021) Episode 342 is ELVIS PRESLEY. There’s a reason I listened to 341 artists before I got to the “King.” Was never a fan, and this episode did not make me one. His influence on 20th century music is hard to overstate (even if it is tainted by whitewashing which I hold against the system, not Elvis personally). And his early rock-n-roll hits are catchy even if completely oversaturating. But I can’t stand his cloying, syrupy voice which, along with his act, have become a parody unto itself. This voice fits best in his countrypolitan sound of the 1970s, which says something.
Favorite album: Elvis Presley (you know, the one whose cover the Clash mimicked)
Favorite song: Hound Dog
Best compilation of early hits if you feel that you must: Elvis’ Golden Records
Compared to expectations: same
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