Elvis Presley: Early Hits and Breakthroughs

Preview · 12 questions

• 01·What was Elvis Presley's first single released by Sun Records in 1954?
• 02·On which popular TV show was Elvis famously filmed only from the waist up during his third appearance in 1957?
• 03·Which song became Elvis Presley's first national number-one hit in the U.S. in 1956?
• 04·In 1955, Elvis left Sun Records to sign with which major record label?
• 05·What was the title of Elvis Presley's first feature film, released in 1956?
• 06·Who was the notoriously controlling manager who guided Elvis Presley's career?
• 07·Elvis's hit "Hound Dog" was a cover of a song originally recorded by which female R&B singer?
• 08·In what year was Elvis drafted into the U.S. Army, temporarily halting his music career at its peak?
• 09·Which iconic song was released as the B-side to Elvis's 1956 hit single "Don't Be Cruel"?
• 10·Which legendary Sun Records producer is credited with discovering Elvis Presley?
• 11·Due to his energetic and often controversial dance moves, Elvis earned what nickname in his early career?
• 12·What is the name of Elvis Presley's famous Memphis home, which he purchased in 1957?