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Movie 'Growing Up Graceland' examines faith of Elvis Presley - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner The King of Rock & Roll came from humble, Christian roots. Born and raised in the Bible belt and baptized at First Assembly of God Church in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis Presley grew up singing in church. (Gospel According to Elvis ). Now a movie is going to be made that examines the faith and spirit of Presley based upon the book Conversations with the King: Journals of a Young Apprentice . Read more about the new Elvis Presley movie at:  Movie 'Growing Up Graceland' examines faith of Elvis Presley - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner Faith of Elvis Presley Explored in New Hollywood Film 'Growing Up Graceland' - Christian Activities Also see: Gospel Music 101: Who was Elvis Presley? Gospel singer, music icon and more (with slideshow)

Imperials are ’Still Standing’ with New Album in Stores October 19th - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner The legendary gospel group now known as the Classic Imperials announced on September 9 that they have reunited for the first time in over a decade to record their first studio album of all-new songs -- Still Standing .

Elvis Presley - 75th birthday memories of the King of Rock 'n Roll Thursday, January 7th, 2010 In honor of Elvis Presley , who would have turned 75 on January 8, 2010, we take a brief look at his short life and extraordinary career. Before... Keep Reading » Gospel Music Channel releases Ones To Watch In 2010 list featuring Jason Crabb, Britt Nicole, more Thursday, January 7th, 2010 The Nashville-based Gospel Music Channel has just come out with their "Ones To Watch in 2010" list, a top-ten list of up-and-coming gospel... Keep Reading » People's Choice Awards winners with a gospel connection: Miley Cyrus, Paramore, Taylor Swift, more Thursday, January 7th, 2010 The People's Choice Awards The People's Choice Awards were held tonight in Los Angeles, and broadcast on CBS and several artists and actors with a... Keep Reading »

More birthdays of gospel artists and Christian entertainers - this time from January including my favorite author, J.R.R. Tolkien (below)! What gospel artists were born in January? Jeremy Camp, Kirk Franklin, Phil Joel, Elvis Presley... Friday, January 1st, 2010 Which gospel music artists and Christian entertainers were born in January? This list will let you know. January birthdays of gospel artists include:   Jeremy Camp , Kirk Franklin , Phil Joel , Nichole Nordeman , Elvis Presley , Nicole C Mullen , Matt Odmark , Leon Patillo , Rachael Lampa , Carman and many more. Keep Reading » A toast to J.R.R. Tolkien for his January 3 birthday - author of faith-based Lord of the Rings Friday, January 1st, 2010 J.R.R. Tolkien Born January 3, 1892 The birthday of Professor J.R.R. Tolkien author of The Hobbit and  The Lord of the Rings , is on January 3 . Although Tolkien passed away in 1973, his birthday is traditionally celebrated by raisi...

Elvis Presley: the 'King of Rock 'n Roll' and a real doll (with slideshow of Elvis dolls) Saturday, August 15th, 2009 For Elvis Presley Week - A Look at Elvis Presley Dolls Elvis Presley, the King of Rock 'n Roll and a global music icon, died on August 16, 1977. In honor of Elvis Presley Week, we take a look back at some of the Elvis Presley dolls which have been made through the years. Keep Reading »

Top ten similarities between Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson Friday, August 14th, 2009 Comparing Elvis Presley & Michael Jackson Part 3 in a series for Elvis Presley Week Although the differences between the careers and lives of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson are distinct and varied, since August marks the anniversary month of the death of Elvis Presley as well as the presumed secret burial month of Michael Jackson, this article will examine ten similarities between Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson... Keep Reading » More on Elvis at: Elvis Presley's Gospel Music Connection - Gospel Roots of the King of Rock 'n Roll Elvis Presley, the "King of Rock n Roll," grew up singing in church and was fascinated with gospel music and choirs. More on Michael Jackson at: Michael Jackson King of Pop Dead at 50 Superstar and king of pop Michael Jackson, known around the world for his music and his scandals, died today at age 50.

The Gospel According to Elvis Presley: Elvis' gospel recordings Thursday, August 13th, 2009 The Gospel According to Elvis Presley Part 2 in a Series As reported in Who Was Elvis Presley? Elvis had a fascination with gospel music from his childhood and he named gospel pioneer Sister Rosetta Tharpe as an early influence. Born and raised in the Bible belt and baptized at First Assembly of God Church in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis... Keep Reading »

Gospel Music 101: Who was Elvis Presley? ELVIS PRESLEY WEEK Who Was Elvis Presley? Photo of Elvis Presley from Wikipedia Elvis Aaron Presley was born January 8, 1935, into abject poverty in Tupelo, Mississippi. Although his family did not have material wealth, they were a close family (especially Elvis and his mother) and a musical family, so Elvis was exposed to music from childhood. Young Elvis began singing at an early age and received his first guitar when he was 11... Keep Reading »