228 Elvis Presley (1935-1977) “Blue Suede Shoes” 1956

It was the first number of Presley’s first TV appearance, on a struggling variety show called Stage Show. The producer, Jack Philbin, invited Presley because he looked like “a guitar-playing Marlon Brando.” The audience’s reaction was lukewarm (Goldman, Elvis).

Elvis Presley “Blue Suede Shoes”