Thursday September 11 , 2014 On This Day In The Life Of Elvis ( photo info at the end of post) September 11, 1954 Elvis performed at the Eagles Nest, Memphis. Elvis returned to the Sun studio over the weekend to record several songs, including I Dont Care If The Sun Dont Shine and Good Rockin Tonight. September 11, 1955 Elvis performed at the City Auditorium, Norfolk, Virginia at 3:00 and 8:00 p.m. Elvis joined the Hank Snow Jamboree for 2 days. September 11, 1957 Elvis went home by train, but in Houston he got out and drove the rest to Memphis. He arrived home at 10:00 p.m. September 11, 1958 Elvis was assigned to the 3rd Armored Division in Germany. September 11, 1963 Elvis completed his part for Viva Las Vegas and returned to Memphis. September 11, 1967 Still busy with the recording session Elvis took over the piano part in Youll Never Walk Alone. They worked from 6:00 p.m. till 3:30 a.m. September 11, 1970 Elvis performed at the Olympia Arena, Detroit, Michigan. The whole gang had their own things to attend: Charlie Hodge remained stage manager and general assistant to Elvis, providing him with water and scarves. Lamar Fike was taking care of the lighting. Sonny West responsible for the security and Richard Davis controlled the wardrobe. Dr. Nichopoulos was tour doctor and Joe Esposito remained in overall command. The Colonel always arrived before Elvis in each city. September 11, 1973 Elvis stayed in Las Vegas. He ruined some furniture, while working out karate with Kang Rhee. He even broke his finger on his left hand. During this stay there were rehearsals with Voice. September 11, 1976 Back in Memphis after his tour, Elvis was seen riding his motorcycle. By now there were rumors that Red and Sonny West and Dave Hebler were writing a book about their lives with Elvis. PHOTO : September 11 , 1957 at the Little Shamrock Cafe ~Sharyn
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