August 19th in Elvis History
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August 19th in Elvis History
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It's August 19, and on this day in Elvis history:
In 1954, Elvis recorded multiple takes of "Blue Moon" at Sun Studio. These recordings, however, remained unreleased at the time, adding to the mystique of his early career.
In 1973, during a post-show karate demonstration in his suite, Elvis accidentally broke the ankle of one of his guests, Beverly Albrecq, showing his passion for martial arts even offstage.
On August 19, 1974, Elvis opened a new engagement at the Las Vegas Hilton Showroom with a completely revamped setlist. The audience responded enthusiastically with several standing ovations, reflecting the King’s enduring ability to captivate his fans.
By 1975, Elvis had begun incorporating a request box into his performances, allowing fans to influence his setlist. During one dinner show, he notably laid down onstage while singing, showcasing his unique stage presence and connection with the crowd.