The stories behind the luck; inspiration; and timing that brought hits like "Heartbreak Hotel;" "Dont Be Cruel;" "In the Ghetto;" and "A Little Less Conversation" to life are told in this look at some of the worlds most popular hits. Fans will be given the inside story of how these and other of the best known rock songs were written; why they were recorded; and how they became hits. Along the way; they will meet and get to know the men and women who wrote songs for the "King;" follow the route these songs took to Elvis; and understand how he reshaped the songs to fit his vision. The author spent countless hours interviewing songwriters; digging through dusty charts; and listening to demos in order to uncover the great stories he tells here. Each song in this book is a commentary on where the world was and what was making it tick; making these songs as much a glimpse into the life of America as into the life of Elvis.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. From the HeightsBy Ronald WintersHaving read the book "The Girls of Atomic City" by Denise Kiernan in which several pictures taken by Ed Westcutt were included; and having enjoyed that book immensely; it only seemed a good idea to follow up with Ed Westcutts book of pictorial history from that Oak Ridge period. Westcutts book is a complementary source for visualizing the city; the housing; and the people involved. Taken together; both enhance the each other.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great pictures.By DcolbyGreat book ; great pictures. So much done in such a short tie. Apriciated the chronology of the photos. Well explained and interesting0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. It was a gift for my uncle who had lived ...By laura BowlinIt was a gift for my uncle who had lived in Oak Ridge. It was used; but looked brand new. It was delivered promptly and both he I were thrill with it.
