Elvis Then & Now

[Unchained Melody]

Im not sure Im glad Elvis sold out but I know the point youre making.I think Elvis himself was more concerned with financial security rather than growing as an artist.Particulary later on.With his background I think that's understandable.I think that attitude and philosophy steered him in certain directions because of financial gain.

As that was the only reason he was touring the last atleast two years of his life was for the income!!

[jak]

As that was the only reason he was touring the last atleast two years of his life was for the income!!

In the 60's Elvis had a good income from the films.It was easy money and it was steady.Hence no live shows.If Elvis wanted to express himself musically during this period of soundtracks he could have peformed live.This was the main focus of my post.
You are correct though about the reasons behind the constant touring.Touring was basically the lions share of his income.His record sales were way down and the live shows were keeping him afloat financially.Elvis made very poor financial moves and he paid for it the last few years.He couldnt have stopped touring even if he wanted to.

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

Im not sure Im glad Elvis sold[/COLOR] out but I know the point youre making.I think Elvis himself was more concerned with financial security rather than growing as an artist.Particulary later on.With his background I think that's understandable.I think that attitude and philosophy steered him in certain directions because of financial gain.

In the 60's Elvis had a good income from the films.It was easy money and it was steady.Hence no live shows.If Elvis wanted to express himself musically during this period of soundtracks he could have peformed live.This was the main focus of my post.
You are correct though about the reasons behind the constant touring.Touring was basically the lions share of his income.His record sales were way down and the live shows were keeping him afloat financially.Elvis made very poor financial moves and he paid for it the last few years.He couldnt have stopped touring even if he wanted to.

This and the fact the Colonel had just as many debts through gambling which skewed his view of Elvis' failing career.
The sad truth is both these individuals became dependent on the touring through mismanaging large sums of cash they thought was limitless. In the end Elvis' mental and physical health paid the price.