From Elvis In Memphis

Lacks some of the 50’s rockabilly energy from Elvis but it’s still the King.

Several really good Elvis songs on this record. He was a great singer, but he was too many years before my time for me to see him as the king of rock and roll.

Elvis singing over The Memphis Boys, apple pie, baseball, mass shootings, and credit card debt

Filler with a big hit on the end. Very much of the "get along lil' doggie" variety of country-style pop music. I mean he has a great and distinctive voice, but there's not much else going on.

I’m pretty indifferent about this one. It’s all very good, Elvis is great, but it just kinda feels like music you’d put on in the background. All the songs kind of sound the same to me. I’m really struggling to say anything about this album, not because it’s bad, I just don’t have a very strong opinion on it. Even still, the songs were consistently good that it’s hard to narrow down what my favourites are. 7/10 Top 5: 1. Suspicious Minds 2. Don’t Cry Daddy 3. In the Ghetto 4. After Loving You 5. Only the Strong Survive

In the Ghetto. Suspicious Mind.

I’m not even going to try to be “pretentious music critic” about this album and just give it the rating I think it deserves.

King elvis but not his best album

Don’t Cry Daddy is creepy AF. Otherwise pretty much your standard Elvis crooner fare. Meh.

I liked it! Listening to Elvis made me remember this old lady on the train in Belfast I accidentally talked to for an hour, she was convinced she kissed Elvis on his tour to Ireland sometime in the 70s and I didn't have the heart to tell her he never toured outside the states cause it was a long train ride you know? But she was wild, she had an Elvis purse and an Elvis phone case and I thought that was pretty iconic of her anyways. good vibes with Elvis, I liked I'm Movin' On and Suspicious Minds best I think! probably won't return to the whole album again but would feel pleasantly nostalgic about hearing Elvis playing on the radio or in a café some day!

Gentrifier

The album currently on my record player at home is Orville Peck's Pony. As I listened to this today, Elvis's emotional operatic country/gospel/rocknroll belting was 1) delightful gravy to my ears and 2) clearly the blueprint of sooooo many singers to come, whether they acknowledge it or not. The first listen, I thought it was too long. The second listen, I was upset it was over and my algorithm gave me some of yesterday's Buddy Holly.

Ihan jees. Eikai siinä. Tuntuu nykymittareilla et jäbä laulaa ihan törkeesti yli ja et mitä?! parodiat ei ees liiottele.

Loved it

A bold direction from Elvis that has both hits and misses. A worthy effort. That said, any album containing "In the Ghetto" must be docked one star. This is non-negotiable.

Classic

I tried. I don't like him and never have, but don't deny his appeal and talent. Suspicious Minds is a stone cold banger. But the rest is a very light scrape against the church wall of gospel and soul. So syrupy and middle-of-the-road makes Tony Bennett sound like Motorhead. In the Ghetto and Daddy Don't Cry made me cringe so hard it's going to take a week to unfold myself.

Hey it's Elvis. Again. 6 albums into this cool website and I get Elvis twice already. I am growing to appreciate the king, I certainly used to actively avoid listening to him. At the end of the day though, he just sounds like Elvis.

I'm not going to listen to this trash.

Elvis à mi-chemin. Quelle voix, quelle interpretation. Et on sent que derrière il avait le top des musiciens de studio, des choristes... "Only the strong survive", "Long black limousine", "In the ghetto"... Je m'arrête à ce titre et ne compte pas les ajouts postérieurs genre "Suspicious mind", ce serait tricher, mais c'est 5 étoiles quand même.

Anything by Elvis is great!

Obiously a significant influence on rock and roll. Enjoyed it for what it was, but generally look at this as my grandparents music

Full disclosure: I really, really wanted to not like this album going in. But man, this was so good. The stuttering singing style that usually makes me dislike listening to Elvis was either not nearly as prevalent as usual or perfectly blended in to the rest of the music here. Favorite track: Power of my Love

Never was the biggest Elvis fan. The backing band on this is awesome. Definitely some great tracks on this.

Liked this, wouldn’t be a go-to but don’t mind it.

Hands down the best Elvis album. There are so many excellent tracks on this one, but it also captures a comeback that was years in the making and that’s fascinating in itself. Elvis was a force and this shows him at what was the final peak of his powers. Every song on this is great, but a few of my favorites are Gentle on My Mind, Any Day Now, and True Love Travels on a Gravel Road. Also, not part of the original release, but Suspicious Minds is a stone cold classic.

Time to start making a playlist of song highlights. I know nothing of Elvis except his perennial greatest hits, which this album has none of. Enjoyed the gospel influence in I'm Movin On. Also harmonicas in Power of My Love! Enjoyed: Long Black Limo, In the ghetto Another solid album but not cracking 4-5* for me. 3*.

Aside from dressing as him for the 4th grade state project (Mississippi) and knowing like five of his hits, I haven't really listened to Elvis even though he is one of the best-selling artists of all time. The songwriting and performance is consistently good across the record, even though there wasn't anything that really caught my ear specifically. Given the right mood this could be great music to put on, but after a while my interest tends to dry up. While it was recorded really well and sounded great on headphones, maybe if it was a live album of some sort I would like it more. 6/10

Elvis is obviously an important figure in the history of modern popular music and this album marks a return to form after nearly a decade of mediocre film soundtracks. It is also heavily influenced by the Memphis scene. As important as Elvis was in the 50s, by 1969, rock and roll had left him far behind. For Elvis fans, it's undoubtedly a noteworthy album. But I am just not an Elvis fan.

C'était très bien. Assez Sinatresque dans la façon de chanter, mais ça marche bien avec la voix d'Elvis, je pense que je préfère ça à ses performances plus rock.

Suspicious Minds gets this up to 3, otherwise this just sounds like a parody of itself.

Meh. I like the one song I knew (Suspicious Minds) but the rest felt really dated and cheesy.

More corny than anything. I do like Suspicious Minds, but most of the rest feels like bad Vegas music.

SCHMALTZ. Overwrought, histrionic singing, swelling music that really wants to be a wall of sound but ends up just sounding like a movie soundtrack building to a crescendo...over and over again. I went into this with near zero expectations. Elvis is the guy who's not dead from the cover of the Enquirers of my childhood. The singer of classic hits like 'Hound Dog,' 'Jailhouse Rock,' and 'Blue Suede Shoes.' I knew late-stage Elvis was a bit of a parody, but I didn't realize the parody kicked in so soon.

Some bangers but some dull

Some absolutely undeniable bangers on here, but a bit too much crooning

the man can sing. team Priscilla tho.

- Elvis sound just like Tom Jones. - Some kind of signature "Las Vegas" sound

A great Elvis album when you’re sick of the hits.

I forgot so much about Elvis. I liked that this offered a different song selection. Still, I look forward to something from earlier in his career. I think much of my rating in this one stems from nostalgia. I do live hearing him sing “Suspicious Minds.”

Enjoyed the more somber songs at the end of the album

I grew up on Elvis thanks to my mom. This album hit the nice spot between his early career and strung out Vegas Elvis of the '70's. It showcases the Blues and Soul that were such an inspiration to him.

Phenomenal

I didn't get around to listening to this Friday, so I'll put it on now. Oh man I imediately fell in love with I'll Hold You In My Heart. Man I like this album. I love his voice, and the lyrics of loss and heart ache and love.. OH! In The Ghetto is on this album. I guess I have also heard Suspicious Minds. What a great album. Almost cried several times.

The longer this album went on, the less I liked it. Rock moved so fast that he was really left behind I guess. Like he skipped the dad rock phase of his career. Poor Elvis. I did like the band though as well as Suspicious Minds of course.

Brani Preferiti: - "Wearin' That Loved On Look" - "In the Ghetto" - "Suspicious Minds" Note: Questo album mostra chiaramente la versatilità del "Re del R'n'R", ogni canzone ha così tanti suoni e parole che sembrano durare molto più di quanto non fossero in realtà. Anche se sono dell'idea che Elvis sia più un artista da singoli, questo album è è probabilmente il suo miglior disco cui ascolto è un must per gli appassionati di musica di qualsiasi genere.

My first time actively listening to Elvis! The music is okay. But the "King of Rock n' Roll" seems to heavily emphasize the Roll. Either Rock meant something very different back in the day, or this is already the struggling to breathe Elvis (doesn't look like it on the cover, though). Overall verdict: Not for me

It's always a pleasure to listen do Elvis' voice. I'll Hold You In My Heart (Till I Can Hold You In My Arms) is such a lovely song.

my grandma likes elvis. Saw him in concert apparently. I'm not a fan

Classic. Good.

Classic Elvis shenanigans

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1st album of his that I've listened to. This Elvis guy is going places.

Fundamental. A ver si el algoritmo va aprendiendo lo que me gusta.

Maybe I'm just tired but this album pretty much put me to sleep. Seems well-performed and well-recorded (though the production choice of switching drums and bass left/right between songs is really... Something), and it does a great job of showcasing his voice, which is probably the point. It's just sort of boring (and it's not like 1969 was a boring year for music in general).

I now am aware of Elvis' impact on Sturgill Simpson. Dang.

Some virtuosic singing, but not really my thin

Aside from the singles, most of this wasn't really enjoyable to me. I'm not really a fan of Elvis in general - I appreciate what he did for rock music and bridging the gap, but I just don't like listening to his music. I think I agree with most of the other reviewers in that "In the Ghetto" and "Suspicious Minds" are the standout tracks on the album. "Gentle On My Mind" was also nice to hear.

Other than Suspicious minds and In the ghetto, this is just standard Elvis country music filler. He's going through the motions, but there's nothing there of any interest.

Really good. I like earlier Elvis a little better. Wearin' That Loved On Look was a highlight for me.

yes. that is what Elvis sounds like. everything went as expected and there was no last chance nick powell to save the day.

Where was Nick Powell at the back post? Feels like a missed opportunity.

I'm not an Elvis fan so I had to come at this one with an open mind - the blues/country intersection doesn't do it for me. The first half of the album just felt depressing and I disliked it, but I felt I "got" the second half a little more (which included songs I knew already: "Suspicious Minds" and "In The Ghetto") and it had some 5-star moments. Listens: 2. Fave Track: After Loving You. Rating: First half = 2, Second half = 4-5, so overall 3.

Compared to early Elvis or even the comeback special this record has no balls. Tunes for the pop chart. He sounds like Cher.

meh tbh

2 songs are pretty good. Not bad for a weirdo that dated a 14 year old

Enjoyed a few tracks. More than I expected :)

probably his best vocal era.

Wearin' That Loved On Look-Great Great Song 2-4 mostly kinda slow ballad sorta thing, not amazing, but still great songs Probably not my absolute favorite Elvis album, but still a good one.

#1 #10 #11

Can already tell you I will not listen to this.

It’s the king! Favorite was suspicious minds

oldschool

Classic

Did u know Elvis Presley is good at music?

This isn’t one of my favorite Elvis albums.

Heard before: yes One generation’s idols become the next generation’s joke. So it continuously goes, and Elvis was always kind of a novelty item for me, a kitsch indicator of “rock and roll” more than something I enjoyed. It didn’t help that he didn’t really make albums; everything I listened to was a random collection of singles. Then I found this record, and Elvis made sense. His voice is singular, and the music is a perfect mix of country, gospel, soul, blues, pop, ballads - all of the classic American roots musics blended together. And it all holds together as a cohesive volume - same session players, same vision - that builds as it proceeds. Side two is almost flawless. Great great record. Top tracks: Kentucky Rain, Wearin’ That Loved On Look, Suspicious Minds

Very good album, would listen to many of them again

Bit samey but kinda love elvis so enjoyed anyways, still a pretty unique voice

I like elvis, and lots of these songs were new to me. But the sounded a bit samey apart from the famous ones “in the ghetto”/“suspicious minds” So overall a nice listen, between 2/3 stars The jazzy/harmony backup singers is my favourite vibe Decided on 3*** because the last bit of the album is great

This was brilliant, I enjoyed it v much. The soul vibe!

Standard Elvis album

One word to describe this album - beige. Beige as in, warm and comforting but also, beige as in, neutral and uninspiring. It certainly wasn't unpleasant but I won't be rushing to buy it or listen again.

I didn't like this as much as I thought I would. In the Ghetto & Suspicious Minds are excellent, and I quite liked Gentle on my Mind and Mama Liked the Roses, but the rest of the songs were primarily just okay. I'd give it a 3.5 if I could.

Hopefully, this isn't the only Elvis album on the list, because In The Ghetto is the only track the has any heart whatsoever. I found the rest hollow and soulless.

Nice album with some classics

A fun listen. Elvis has an impeccable voice that many wish could come close to having. And in this record, it is definitely the highlight of every composition. I do feel that there will never be anyone who can hold a candle to Elvis. In fact, I think people who try to sing like him stylistically get ignored. Unless they are doing an impression. But he clearly cemented his voice in music history. I always wondered what Elvis could have done in different genres aside from Gospel, Country, or Rock and Roll (genres he's known for). I frequent Elvis' music. And I will continue to.

Elvis’s very best. This one is a keeper.

good job lad.

It's a good collection but honestly there were a lot of lyrics that creeped me out.

I mean like it's fine. Suspicious Minds slaps but for me the rest of the album is just Elvismusic. Like it's listenable but I'd rather be listening to other music ya know what I mean lol.

Leuk album. Goede stem, goede teksten, goede gitaar. Ik luister te weinig Elvis.

Nothing like placing the best songs on the album at the end....the only 2 or 3 songs that stand out on this album.

I'm loving this and to be honest I did not think I would like this Elvis album. 10 out 10 for just the sound of his voice, truly an amazing talent.

"Suspicious Minds" and "True Love Travels on a Gravel Road" are standouts. "In the Ghetto" is embarrassing and of its time. By turns great and mawkish. 3.5 rounded up all for those first two tracks.

Aangenaam om naar te luisteren. Goede teksten, leuke gitaar, goed gezongen. Ik luister te weinig Elvis

Niet echt mijn stijl, begin van het album is eentonig. Het wordt wel beter naar het einde toe

decent!

It's fine. That's it, just fine. It's not something everyone must hear before they die. Suspicious Minds aside, the rest of the album just makes me shrug and then move onto something else.

nice

elvis stop eating the microphone Strong 4

It's Elvis. Nothing exciting. He's got a good voice. Not really different or mind blowing. It's got a very 60's feel to the music almost surfer music with tame blues.

Some songs are a bit generic and I found myself zoning out about halfway uin but all in all, a solid soul-country album. Suspicious Minds is a banger and the enthusiasm and grandeur of the song make it no surprise it became such a hit.

Wel lachen maar niet voor een lange tijd

Relaxede achtergrond muziek met af en toe bangers

Elvis aint for me. 2

Just listened to a couple interesting to hear the beginning of a brand new sound Not my favorite but I did enjoy

I prefer early Elvis to this. Here his voice is heavy, lacks energy, in my opinion. Instrumentation is more R&B and less rock.

5.5/10

For my money the definitive Elvis

I mean it's elvis

A decent album but really with suspicious minds being the only truly amazing track. A few others are fine but none hit the highs of suspicious minds or even try to. Nothing however is annoying. Probably one of Elvis' best studio efforts but not one I will listen to again. Stick to the compilations.

It's Elvis

Enjoyed this album!

It Elvis. Live

I love be this album. Elvis turning gospel into love songs. Just beautiful.

3.8

it was elvis presley, but i like other albums of his more

More country feel than rock. Reminds me of music my parents might have on in the 80s

I can understand why it is on this list but nothing really great except for "suspicious minds"

Good

Hell yeahhhhhh. Already know this is going to be a five stars for me. Such a stunning voice, such good genuine pop music. Seeing the tracklist it's definitely fewer hits than I expected. Again, such a powerful voice and love the gospel influence.

According to Wikipedia, Elvis Presley is known as the "King of Rock and Roll." However, this album was unfortunately more country than anything else. While Elvis' sweet sweet vocals were absolutely moving, this album was not to my taste.

Not bad but I wouldn't really listen to it.

I have always appreciated Elvis, but never been a superfan. This album has a ton of stuff we all know, and I still fantastic, but was exactly what I was expecting. Really good, didn’t change my life. I could see how that would have rocked people’s socks at the time though. Top 3 Suspicious Minds Wearin’ That Loved On Look Kentucky Rain

Solid album and includes two of his biggest songs.

Not my scene. Lovely voice, but maudlin to the max.

First listen Saved 2/12 Top track: Wearin' That Loved On Look

Ikonisk spelning med två av Elvis kändaste låtar. Tyvärr är det endast de två som man känner igen.

Thanks, I hate it

Not the most fun Elvis era, nothing special until Suspicious Minds which is SO GOOD

Weirdly loved this album: honestly I never saw myself loving Elvis but this was pretty amazing. My immediate love for this has waned since listening but it's still undoubtably a really enjoyable album. Had the hit song of 'Suspicious minds' but other than that it was all new material to me. Overall quite enjoyable but a bit samey.

He’s a great singer. Obviously. First songs are ok and then it just keeps getting better almost until the end. Favorite song: suspicious minds.

Cat: it’s Elvis. Classic. Not really my thing but pretty cool.

Classic sound, still works today

Nice vibe!

I don't think I've ever listened to a full Elvis album before, but this is definitely one of them. He has a style and doesn't stray too far from it. It was generally fine and I liked a few of the songs, but I just don't think I'm a huge Elvis person. The voice flutter thing that he does is iconic, but it just kind of annoys me. In the Ghetto was an interesting surprise at the (original) end of the album (there's a few extra songs on this version). It sounds a bit in your face or cheesy hearing it now, but it seems like the first time he ever sang a song with any sort of social theme, so I respect him going for it. Favorite song: Wearin' That Loved On Look Other: Long Black Limousine, Power of My Love, In the Ghetto, Suspicious Minds

Have only ever listened to the hits and Christmas stuff, so this is my first experience with an Elvis album front to back 3/5

Elvis sounding like everyone else. I dont like him but he has much better albums

He kinda sounds tired on this album. Almost like he's trying to do the Elvis voice sometimes. But I still like it. I like the country and gospel vibes starting to spill into his work.

2 lots of Elvis in a week eh. Weirdly (maybe), much preferred this to the debut that I listened to previously. Yes, by this stage he's very much the veteran crooner but Suspicious Minds people, SUSPICIOUS MINDS.

3.5 Enjoyed it more than expected; really disliked only one song.

Chulo, clásico.

Sounds really enjoyable

Pretty good. Some tracks remind you that Elvis used to be in the same genre as the Rolling Stones, although it can't help but it can't help but let 70s Elvis seep in and eventually take over.

not my fave, plenty of moments i wished i could just listen to the instrumental version of the songs. lots of repetition, I'll hold you in my heart was easily the best song on the album

A classic, good vibes, good sound.

Lovely stuff

my favorite songs were “Wearin’ That Loved On Look,” and “Suspicious Minds.” it was fine but that’s really it. just fine.

not his best work but worth a listen

Some good stuff here and there, but it is overly saccharine and simplistic at times. Not awful by any stretch, but nothing that I'll ever return to.

There's good reason why they call him the King.

i mean sure ig 6.5/10

Elvis isn't really my cup of tea, but he does have a great voice, he and his people know good songwriting when they come across it, and the band and orchestration on this album are definitely stronger than some of his other records.

Sounds a bit like Jim Reeves doing Elvis impersonations. Never quite understood why he morphed into this sugary soppy ballad singer - the rest of the world moved on.

idk yet

Just ehh

It’s late era Elvis and it’s as if the Beatles and rock had never happened and he puts out an album for your grandma. Nice enough but the world had moved on.

I'm not an Elvis fan. Was wondering when I would get him. This wasn't bad but none of his hits were on this one. Still not a fan.

Not my style.

It started very good but in the end it was too much crooning for me.

One banger. Mostly a bit slow and forgettable. Not his best.

Got a bit bored of this one, didn't enjoy it as much as elvis is back

it was Elvis. again.

I mean it was Elvis. He's the King. I enjoyed it in parts. I am at like 2.5, but I'll round up to 3.

Wish I hadn't listened.

Elvis is the King. This album is good but not great. I really like In the Ghetto and Suspicious Minds. But if I'm being honest, I clearly enjoyed the songs that Spotify played afterwards better than this album.

Classic Elvis. Sounded Great.

It's just a bunch of samey rip-off tracks from rock and roll's cringey uncle. Why do I need to listen to this? It sounds like a watered-down version of every other Elvis album on this list. It just swings from unbearably bland to offensively vanilla and back again. Hard pass.

Not for me. At all

Straight up 5* fire

Love this man

i mean, its not terrible

Ok album. 10/10 suspicious minds

Music I enjoyed to listen to once. Elvis is fine, I guess. Don't really have a strong opinion about his music.

I personally can't stand Elvis. There's only about 3 songs ever done by elvis I can tolerate. He was of an era, many liked him and he was hugely successful, but I just find the majority of it cheesy.

Some really good, classic Elvis songs while he was at his peak. Would listen to individual tracks from this again but probably not the whole album.

Elvis was truly talented, but this album was very slow overall.

Okay

Better than I expected even if it has a decent amount of schmaltz sprinkled over the tracks.

Was pleasantly surprised to find so many Elvis tracks I hadn't heard before. I knew and loved 'In the Ghetto' and 'Suspicious Minds', but the rest of the album has that classic, old Hollywood charm. It's a calm listen, but the big hits are still the ones that stick with you the most.

I definitely don’t dislike it, but Elvis is a singles artist first and foremost, and this may be an unpopular opinion, but I wouldn’t be opposed to the idea of only including his 1956 self-titled album. For some reason they didn’t include ‘Suspicious Minds’ on this? I know it’s not a whole singles not on albums thing because they DO have the inferior ‘In The Ghetto’ on this. The rest is ok. I mean, I guess I don’t really mind this check-in in the late 60’s on Elvis. Whatever.

The music here is better than what you get in his movies. But I didn't find this album particularly strong. Unfortunately for Elvis, his cover of "Gentle on My Mind" pales in comparison to the Glen Campbell version, released a year earlier. "Suspicious Minds" was included in the album's re-release in 1998, but that's the "Vegas Elvis" with which I continue to struggle.

A good solid soulful blues rock and roll record - without any of the Elvis bangers, yet still a solid record end to end.

While not as vocally strong as some of his earlier albums, From Elvis in Memphis has strong bones. Kentucky Rain is a new favorite of mine, while Suspicious Minds is timeless.

Don’t love Elvis but this isn’t terrible

Ta bien.

I've never really been a fan of Elvis, and this hasn't changed my opinion one bit. In The Ghetto is a lovely piece of music, albeit dated, and Power Of My Love at least has some pep to it. The rest is mawkish, clichéd saccharine gloop. I know, rationally, why Elvis was copied and idolised so much, but this feels like watching a drunk tribute act.

Whoa, I guess I never knew that Elvis could do solid studio albums. Where have I been!? This is a no skip banger factory AND it includes two SCCs (stone cold classics)!? How could a girl give this any less than five stars!?

Diverse genres, great musicians and Elvis' amazing voice Long Black Limousine I'm Moving On In The Ghetto Suspicious Minds

Elvis is Elvis and he's great for the most part. Crazy career and crazy life. This album is great and some killer songs. Always down to listen to Elvis.

later Elvis, smooth voice, well played, but not really catching me

Cant go wrong with the King. Some of the songs are a bit sappy. In the Ghetto was absolutely ridiculous lol

I don't know much about Elvis' discography but that album I've always enjoyed quite a bit.

Never was a big fan of the "King", but this one truly is a collection of some of his best works

Elvis performing average songs wonderfully. An enjoyable album, but not a personal favorite from the King.

Letkeetä elvistä myöhäisiltaan Nautin tästä kyllä enemmän kuin ajattelin Suspicious Minds ehkä tuttu ja paras

I often think about how famous Elvis was to still be in the zeitgeist today. 3.5

"In the ghetto"!

Solid

i just do not vibe with elvis i am sorry

Solid performances, as expected from Elvis. Fun to hear the band, and inspiring that this was his comeback emerging from his dwindling film career. Some of these songs just feel like tear jerkers for the masses, which turns me off, but there are some great ones here too. It is not "exciting" in a rock n roll way like some of his earlier work, but appealing in a different way.

This is probably my favorite Elvis material outside of the Sun Sessions. Finally free from the silly movie soundtracks, he could make some real music again. I dig the country-soul sound.

Was not super into it at first, but over time I started to appreciate it. Definitely top-tier Elvis to me, it's less cliche overall and more soulful blues at times. 3.5 up to 4.

Incredible album, nothing else to say, it is truly almost perfect. I could speak in lengths, it would not do this album justice. Favorites: Almost all of them

He sings cheesy love songs and tells gloomy stories in a single record, but none of it feels out of place. Only Elvis, I guess. The latter is easily a lot better than the former though, which feels too commercial, too Vegas bar music. It's like Elvis was just going through the motions. But then he comes alive during the later songs, especially in that stretch from In the Ghetto to the last song of the album. They're more mature and better suited for Elvis at this later stage of his career. There's a bit of heartbreak and age in the way he sings those tracks too, which was partly reminiscent of Johnny Cash's last set of albums. Also, this album has Suspicious Minds - which is easily his best song. Other standouts were In the Ghetto, and It Keeps on Right A-Hurtin + Gentle on My Mind.

Rock, soul, country, blues. Varios megahits. Venga, vinilo.

In the gheetoooooo

it was okay, just sounded the same all the way through

Solid Elvis album. Being one of my dad and grandmother's favorite artists Presley was a cornerstone of my childhood. I've always enjoyed his music, but I really enjoyed this one. Old Elvis (age-wise), developing that sort of raspy voice and hearing it was magical. Overall well done, not 100% perfect, but exceptionally well done. Strong 2nd half.

O filme eh melhor tho

Больше контекста и блюза и меньше энергии элвиса. Но альбом важен

По названию я хотел настроить себя сразу на прослушивание лайв-альбома. Потом ещё заметил рифму - покекал. Королеву Рок-н-Ролла мы послушали (Тина Тёрнер, если кто не в курсе), теперь - король. Блин, ну голос это конечно сказка... такая глубина, столько мелизмов, экспрессии. Конечно, получается, что ради голоса мы этот альбом и слушаем. С другой стороны, наслушавшись британской музыки 60-х, начинаешь понимать её разницу с американской. Впечатлила кода Long Back Limousine: оно росло, постепенно нагнетая, и в конце кааааак дунуло! Что прям хорошо стало. Поражает многообразие. Прям очень. Стили, формы, манера вокала... ну профи, что сказать. Не знаю, самый-самый это альбом или нет, да вообще не знаю, как это правильно оценить в случае исполнителя, а не автора-исполнителя. Но мне понравилось, может даже послушаю ещё раз целиком.

first listen a good album

eh

классикаа пу пу пуу пуппупуп ппууу

Elvis was never my thing. He's got a few songs I'll listen to, but mostly he was just a good voice. Stole music from a lot of people too.

Enjoyed that more than I thought I would!

Heard it before?: No Enjoy it?: Yeah, can’t deny how beautiful he matches his vocals with his songwriting Favourite song: Track 13 - Suspicious Minds

No

3.5

Always fun to hear an Elvis album. Shame his music is being lost on the younger generation. Definitely heard Eric Cartman singing In the Ghetto though haha

they call him the king for a reason

This is a really fun listen. Right out of the gate, with the groovin' "Wearin' That Loved On Look", you know you're in for a good time. At this point in his career, Elvis was moving away from his more traditional country, gospel, and rock sounds to a soul-infused fusion of the lot. Even the songs here that are pretty straight country -- like "I'm Movin' On" -- have some stank added to the affair. Turns out Funky Elvis is cool as hell. His backing band here, The Memphis Boys, add a swagger that his usual band, the Jordanaires, just don't have. The rhythm section on this thing just has such a warmth and a groove that compliment "the King"'s persona perfectly. The whole thing just comes together beautifully, and I'd argue might just present Elvis at his very best. 9/10.

Not an Elvis person, but this album made me realize why some people are. Some good songs on it, but can't say I'll listen to the album again anytime soon.

I’m gonna go easier on ol’ ‘cover versions Presley’ this time, as I think these songs showcase a bit more of what made him such a great performer. There are hints of the grander, more soulful arrangements of late-era Elvis where his voice really soars, as well as a bit of his early rock ’n’ roll swagger on tracks like Power of My Love. There are also a couple of his all-time classics on here (if we include Suspicious Minds on the album, which we probably shouldn’t…) 3.5

It was fine

9/10 probably as good as it gets for Elvis’ discography amazing stuff here, my personal favorite would be Suspicious Minds

This feels a bit more like Elvis' own style, rather than the pale imitation of black rock 'n' roll present in his first album, but instead you get an album that you can tell they were just throwing money at in the production phase, as it often feels that rather than having this really intimate collection of songs with just Elvis and his guitar, you get chamber voices and strings that really do too much for the whole album, and make it so songs feel like too much. I mean, it is certainly still alright, there are some pretty enjoyable songs here, but there's also a lot that just feels like music that is, frankly, behind on the times. I mean, 1969 was one of the best years for music period, so comparing this to all of that makes this feel still stuck in the early parts of the decade. Again, not terrible, but hard to praise, and I'd say in some ways worse than that intial outing.

Elvis is just not my thing

Fine I guess

Couple of all-timers but not the best.

This is more grown up Elvis than we had before, and I like it better. It's still pretty cringey in places (and some of the lyrics really haven't aged well), but you can definitely see why he was really successful in this reinvention of himself. Not trailblazing at any point really during this album, gets too croonery at points, but there's some real highs too - is there a better Elvis song than Suspicious Minds? I don't think so... That and In the Ghetto are the all time classics from this album. 3/5.

"From Elvis in Memphis" is the tenth studio album by American rock and roll singer Elvis Presley. The album was recorded in Memphis following the success of Presley's TV show and soundtrack and it marked his return to non-soundtrack albums after his MGM film contract completion. Presley was convinced to incorporate a Memphis sound (soul, country, gospel and blues). Backed by the Memphis Boys, the music is heavier on the rhythm section and less so from strings and horns. The album reached #1 in the UK and #13 in the US. Elvis comes roaring right off the bat in "Wearin' That Loved On Look" accusing a woman of cheatin' on him. Electric bass lead. Organ. Piano. Blues, soul and rockin.' "Long Black Limousine" slows is it down into more of the soulful ballad area. Elvis was fighting a cold and he sounds weary which adds to the tone. A country-western song "Movin' On" is turned into a more driving song with bass and drums. A moving guitar solo. "Your true-lovin' daddy ain't comin' back." The second side rolls out the blues and harmonica with "Power of My Love." A brass section, drums, guitar and organ. Presley does go back to the 50's sound in "After Loving You." Elvis on guitar and the groove sounding a lot like Fats Domino. The album ends with the Mac Davis song "In The Ghetto." A controversial song for Elvis as the lyrics deal with poverty and inner city youth. Elvis whispering than going loud and back soft. A absolute Elvis song highlight for me. Speaking of Elvis song highlights, two songs recorded during these sessions but not making the initial album cut (on later compilations) were "Suspicious Minds" and "Kentucky Rain." "Suspicious Minds" did not make it for copyright issues and I have no idea why "Kentucy Rain" did not. Elvis is aggressive and obviously reinvigorated on this album. The variety is here with blues, country and soul and combining all three. The band is strong. A must listen for everyone.

This is the wrong half of Elvis. Give me sexy rock n roll Elvis, this don't do it for me.

Learned a little more about Elvis after reading about and listening to this album. The music was slower and more emotional than I'm used to from Elvis. Didn't really like the listen through. In the Ghetto was the lowlight, but I get this album is 50+ years old.

Reminder, to any archaeologist in the year 3000 combing through these reviews: the scores I give are for how the album sounds now, in the year 2023. It doesn't matter if Elvis paved the way for this and that; if there are better options now, I'd rather listen to them. So even though women were throwing themselves at The King in the early 60s, in the modern age his music is tame and cheesy. On top of that, I really can't listen to his songs without thinking of the Black artists I could (should?) be listening to instead. It's not identity politics; I just don't want a watered-down version of the real thing. Anyway, at best it's a passable easy-listening album. It's pleasant enough that I won't complain if I hear it, but it's not something I'm gonna be queuing up. Two stars.

Du bon Elvis, même si je suis pas le plus gros fan

Without Elvis there wouldn't really be modern rock music, but still not my music.

I'd give it 5/5 if it only had Suspicious Minds. However, I should rate the whole album and there's nothing exciting about it

There is only one memorable song

3/5. Honestly some pretty killer songs. I knew none of them going in and although not all are perfect, some rock and it’s a decent album all the way through.

Watched the Elvis biopic recently which rekindled my interest in The King so thought I'd come back to this. The thing with Elvis is his voice has a richness and charm that still sounds impeccable years later. This album comes at the start of the Las Vegas era which is all about performance - the production is full of bells and whistles. It's a spectacle but one that can seem tried hard at points, certainly against what else was coming out in the late sixties. Depsite that, there are some brilliant moments on this - Elvis was Elvis for a reason. Have since read more about the man and it's fascinating. Probably the most drugged up man in rock & roll history, but he didn't know it (doctors gave him 800 pills for a ten day tour). Easily the most famous musician of his time yet a man who was ultimately a loner deep into delusional conspiracies (see the Berry letter to Nixon on YouTube). A man who only knew who to say Yes and at the same time capable of some of the stand out records of the 20th century. A true enigma, an all american rockstar icon. Strongly worth a listen.

"The Power of My Love" song -- well, the ick is real. lol. "In the Ghetto" -- slightly laughable? I don't think church choir singing and lyrics about the ghetto intersect well. I can't help but giggle/chortle at this song: no disrespect. I like earlier Elvis but this isn't terrible. Not something I would listen to on my own without provocation. I can definitely half-listen to his album and not hate it. It's more pop sounding and less rock and roll. Perhaps more versatile than I give him credit for.

Jeg liker Elvis

Le saviez vous ? Elvis Presley souffrait de constipation chronique

d'habitude il me saoule mais là bizarrement j'ai bien aimé

Wow. A LOT of people played on this. I only need Scotty Moore, Bill Black, DJ Fontana, and the King. Anything else is unnecessary. That said, Elvis still had his voice, and it's here. I just wish it was better backed.

They always say your a Elvis or a Beatles man, I think that's a fun thing to say and while I am a hardcore Beatles guy, there is some Elvis stuff that is undeniable and this has some great tracks.

It was alright. I’m discovering that the Elvis highs are really high but the lows and kids are really low. Suspicious Minds is the only good song. In The Ghetto feels very weird to have been written by a white dude.

Howdy folks, it's Mr. New Vegas, and I have a good feeling about all of you listening. 7/10

There is a reason he sold so many records....Iconic sound and so unique for the time

Still riding high off the phenomenal success of his ‘68 comeback special (and finally free from the interminable grind of soundtrack albums), Elvis incorporates soul and blues into his repertoire. From the edgy swagger of I’m Moving On to the quivering pathos of In the Ghetto, he demonstrates great range and passion.

Great sounding and feeling record. I really love his live recordings from this period. Very enjoyable.

Loved this. The arrangements are cool and the band sounds fantastic. Really great sounding record. Rhythm section is killer.

I actually found this underwhelming for an Elvis record but I love him all the same. <3<3<3

Not really my cup of tea

2.5 out of 5

Wow I was pleasantly surprised with this album. Of course Elvis is a classic, with a voice like no other, but I thought I would be bored but it was totally the opposite! Even though the album is 54 years old, it still sounds awesome and pulls you in. Listen again: Yes Purchase for my collection: I think I may have this already? Will have to double check! Favourite Song: Wearin that loved on look Worst Song:

C'mon it's Elvis. What's there not to like?

Amazing songs and amazing energy throughout the whole album

This is the definition of crooner. His voice is the highlight. He shows he has a wonderful and versatile voice for country, blues and regular Elvis tunes.

It's interesting listening to mostly country songs performed with a soul band and gospel singers. Elvis's voice is more mature and has lost a bit of its snap, but he's now in his mid-thirties. The added benefit to a country LP is song titles like "True Love Travels on a Gravel Road".

This isn't rock n' roll Elvis, its Vegas showroom crooning Elvis and its just not my cup of tea.

Another Elvis album, album #230 and maybe the 3rd Elvis so far. Starting to wonder if I just don't care that much or I haven't got to the truly good Elvis albums yet. This was fine, I can't really fault it that much. It was just a bit boring a lot of the time and I couldn't really keep my focus on it. Favourite: I'm Movin' On

Primer disc després de la recuperació comercial que va suposar l'especial de la NBC l'any anterior. Aquí continua amb l'estat de gràcia després d'uns anys de films discrets i bandes sonores obviables. Amb acompanyament de luxe dona vida a unes quantes versions i uns temes inèdits liderats per la increïble 'In the Guetto'. Llàstima que 'Suspicious Minds' i 'Don't Cry Daddy' quedessin fora del llistat de cançons editades. Eren la cirereta que hagués portat el disc a l'status d'obra mestra

Had to skipp a lot of songs but overall it was alright

Quality performance.i just wasn't complety drawn in. I'll give it a 4 but it would be more like a 3.5 in my book.

3.5.

It's accomplished but a bit sterile

Fucking hate Elvis - Did not listen.

This is a top Elvis album. Really unique I think even today and good variation.

Backing band and mix are awesome, love how up front the bass is on most of these. Good mix gospel and southern rock. Love how front and center the bass is throughout. Never really liked Elvis’s voice but it really shown through at parts. Production is impeccable. Overall a real treat to listen to

It's a nice listen all the way through. I actually came to like it the more I listened. Plenty of toe-tapping tunes, nice production, nice instrumentation, backing vocals and so on. Once again, I love the brass, and I love the violins. Suspicious Minds remains an all-time classic, but I've also saved a bunch of other tracks too including Long Black Limousine, I'm Movin' On, Power of My Love and Gentle on My Mind.

Love it! Not the most spectacular group of songs but this is before his revival into the white suit era, and just after his comeback, a unique moment in his career. Good production, country focused, he kills it as always.

His departure from purely Rock & Roll and addition of country elements added another layer to his music and made it immediately more interesting and timeless. Fronted by 2 of his staple songs, this album deserves a 4

I’m torn between a 3 and a 4 here. Long Black Limousine is by far the best track imo, but is a cover. Kentucky rain was also good. The rest are solid. I’ll go with a 4 because I recently saw the bio pic.

It is tough to evaluate Elvis in objective terms. The legend looms large. But here goes - this is the best Elvis album. There may be more influential albums (his first), but Elvis in Memphis has top notch material is a broad range of styles that showcase the still magnificent voice. The great production and backing musicians is icing on the cake. His first album gives a glimpse of greatness. On this album he displays it track after track.

This is more country/adult contemporary Elvis than rock and roll Elvis. That said his voice sounds great and the backing band is top notch. There are a couple of excellent guitar parts. My favorite one is in Power of my Love. While this is a very good album, I can't say it's great.

The MF King of Rock and Roll shows why he earned his title here. A great group of rock, soul, and country influenced tracks with a band that’s on absolute fire. It would have been awesome to see Elvis live in 1969 before everything went downhill. “Power of My Love” was epic and “Suspicious Minds” is a great song too.

Of course Elvis Presley is one of the most well known names in music, plus with a signature cadence and brand to represent him I was interested to see what his music was like as I don’t think I’ve heard an Elvis song before. After hearing this album all I really have to say is eh it’s okay. To be honest there are some very nice parts such as the song ‘Kentucky Rain’ where Elvis gives a great performance, also on ‘Suspicious Minds’ where Elvis pairs with the background singers beautifully. Furthermore, I particularly like some of the instrumentals, ‘Power of My Love’ immediately comes to mind with the brass instruments, particularly the use of the harmonica. I think it’s also key to mention that a lot of these songs are elevated by the man himself, as his distinct vocal range really is quite pleasant to hear. Now although I like the sounds on this album, for the most part, I do find the run time a bit long especially as some of the slower songs come earlier in the track list, such as ‘I’ll Hold You In My Heart’, in truth there aren’t really any faces paced tracks but that’s what makes this album feel so much longer and it really does drag. In addition, the variety of the songs isn’t that much either, I did like the subject matter of ‘Don’t Cry Daddy’ and ‘In the Ghetto’ though as they were a bit of a break from all the typical love tracks. Really, this sound in general just isn’t for me but I can understand why people listen to it as Elvis is very entertaining in his songs but as an album this doesn’t do a lot for me. So, to conclude, there was a nice handful of tracks here with some cool sounds but overall I’d just say it’s okay, nothing that I’ll be rushing back to listen to.

This album was awesome!!

I can see why he was so popular. Lots of good tunes here.

It’s always pleasant to get an Elvis album. I’m not saying that every song by him is amazing, but I’ve yet to hear a song that I’d consider to be bad. With that in mind, let’s listen to today’s album! Songs I already knew: In The Ghetto, Suspicious Minds Favourites: In The Ghetto, Suspicious Minds, Don’t Cry Daddy This is the second Elvis album I’ve reviewed after Elvis Is Back. I did enjoy today’s album, but I don’t think it was quite as strong as the other one. From Elvis In Memphis starts off pretty strong, has a bunch of decent moves on the middle but nothing fantastic, and then builds up again towards the end. In my opinion, the album would have felt stronger if a few songs were cut and the album was a little shorter, but I do want to reiterate that it was still a very enjoyable album. Overall, I do recommend this as it was still good fun.

Not bad at all

Big fan of Elvis and i really enjoyed this one.

The band was fantastic. Elvis is always pretty great.

Goodness - I am so impressed with this site's choices!

Good music. But at this point his singing, to me, is just a parody of himself. I don't get Elvis: never have, never will. I can understand early Elvis, but not the overdone-Vegas sound of his voice. An extra star because the music has aged better than the vocal style.

nice thing

Couldn't listen to the whole thing cuz too much heterosexuality and country but it's another classic I guess so idk 6/10

I got into it more as I went along, and some of the songs are groovy, but I just don't think I'm that into country, or Elvis. I probably would listen again though. Hearing America's most famous white musician sing about how bad it is living in the ghetto was pretty funny.

Hmmm

Enjoyed it in parts but it gets a bit tiring

Really did not like this one. Elvis' later material is just boring and depressing.

I’ve never intentionally listened to Elvis before. This is more bluesy and soulful than I would have expected. The Wikipedia article gives some helpful context. This came after five years of films and soundtrack albums he was dissatisfied with, after those he resolved to not record anything he wasn’t satisfied with. Not really my thing. I don’t hate it, but it’s not something I’m going to be eager to listen to again. Standout tracks: Power of my Love. 2.75

Don't feel like it does Elvis justice.

It's Elvis. Elvis is Elvis. Not a fan, but don't dislike his music. It's fine for me, I can listen and not hate it. But, he doesn't thrill me. Then the album, ends with "In the Ghetto" which is one of the best cover songs ever. Absolute perfection. 3/5

Look when it’s good it’s stellar.

very very good 10/10 :0