New book 'Before Elvis' explores the music of the Black artists who influenced the King

4 February 2025, 10:02 pm

Author Preston Lauterbach's new book "Before Elvis" explores the Black artists who influenced Elvis Presley's music. The book highlights R&B performers like Little Junior Parker, Willie Mae “Big Mama” ...... Read More »

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