The American Trilogy is about the Civil War. Dixie the the theme of the South, Glory Hallelujah the theme of the North and All My Trials a Spiritual of the slaves. The arrangement is pure Elvis. ❤
This was a mixture of songs it was three different songs, mixed into one. I really think you are pretty special to just the way you react to Elvis makes me smile too. Elvis definitely was a amazing entertainer
Oh my days. A billion that is just incredible to think of. To be fair I can see how anyone would want to be part of his show either virtually or in person. 🙏
@@Kings-003it was the first ever Sattalite Show seen all over the world. To this day no single performer has ever achieved such figures of viewers. Elvis had his suit designed with the American Eagle because he knew he was representing his country and was such a patriot. 👌💕🕺
These are NOT religious songs - but are literally 2 war songs & a lullaby, Combined into a trilogy by the great songwriter Mickey Newbury. You should listen to his version. You will understand why Elvis covered it!
From his outfit to his band , to the arrangement of his music ... he orchestrated everything and wanted to give his audience nothing but the best ! He was one with his band and his backup singers ... they all appreciated his love for music and his respect for what they brought to the performances ... you need to watch one of his live rehearsal videos to see the real warmth and family feeling he maintained with everyone around him . Elvis was a very special human being ... that's why his fans are so protective of his legacy ! TCB forever !
"This man lives and breaths music" is a perfect description of ELVIS! Bravo to you for recognizing it so quickly. From me, a Then, Now & Forever ELVIS fan.
you know, i like acdc, kiss, country and many forms of music, but this song has been my fav since i was 10yo and im now 60. it will be my funeral song. no one beats Elvis !
I would like to recommend "If I can dream". As I am a new follower of your show, I don't know whether you have already done it, but believe me, it's more than worth it. Thank you for your contribution to Elvis's legacy!
The King of Rock N Roll for a reason.. and truly .. if you just look at him back in 1973.... thhe King of Bling too.. One of the best entertainers to every be on stage. Lord knows this man was my Mom's era.. not mine.. but it's very sad the world lost him in 1977
This was a Compilation of 3 Civil War Era Songs: "Dixie" Representing the American South where most of our Slavery took place, "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" Representing the Northern States who Fought to Abolish Slavery and "All my Trials" a Bahamian Lullaby sung by Black Americans who were Enslaved. It Represents the American Triumph over Slavery and the Reunification of our Country after the Civil War.
The master musician giving a masterclass. There are three songs pieced together beautifully uniting the Southern and Northern states of the US, together with a spiritual that slaves would have sung. As ever Elvis is trying to bring everyone together. I must have seen this hundreds of times but it thrills me every single time ❤
You just witnessed THE GREATEST ENTERTAINER THIS WORLD WILL EVER SEE!!!!! Elvis had it all the looks, moves, voice power control, passion emotion and charisma like no other. When Elvis sang you didn't just hear him you felt him as he touched your very soul., NO auto tune NO pitch correction just pure PERFECTION. Elvis was like a God among men a gift to us all from GOD himself. His voice was like magic and will never be matched. Elvis gave his all to what meant the most to him HIS FANS!!! Even though he didn't like to be called THE KING as he said there was only 1 King and that was |God. Long live The King .
…Elvis was the FIRST and BEST! ... No one is as known/famous worldwide as Elvis and has been for almost 70 years! ...His charisma is still unsurpassed to this day!! ... A singer for eternity!! ✨💎✨🕺🏻🕯 Thank you
Elvis ,looking ever so fine ,from head to toe ,when this man sings ,he puts passion ,emotion ,and very strong vocals ,he just makes you feel it in your heart ,and soul
Please do What Now My Love and Just Pretend and I'll Remember You, I love your reactions to the King and I love hearing you speak, not bad to look at either ❤
Love this song!! Please continue your Elvis Journey, I promise you won't be disappointed!! Elvis had So many wonderful songs!! Love your reactions! You always put a smile on my face!! ❤❤❤❤❤!
As Elvis was standing there as the flute was playing. You could see the respect Elvis had for his band. But you can see how much respect the band had for Elvis. And they loved each other they was so tight. When Elvis passed away I turned 17 years old the same. I grew up with Elvis he was a big part of my life. They was always playing Elvis's movies and a few concerts of his own TV. I grew up in a bad home. So when Elvis came on TV I would fall into Elvis's world. I could escape my problems and fall in love with him. The one of the things I took from Elvis was to love everyone. Well 2 things I have to add it to my list was his gospel music. I grew up loving God and Savior Jesus I give credit to Elvis for that because Elvis was a big part of my life. He sure had a powerful presence. With his old movies and concerts I still have his presence now in my life.
Elvis would be so happy to hear you say this. He said if he made a difference to one person’s life, he’d be happy. He never believed he had done anything special and people would forget him!! I hope he knows now as he looks down on us🙏👌💕🕺
Elvis was executive producer of all his music, he was a perfectionist of what he wanted, always with passion and feeling. He hand picked his musicians, and his singers both the Sweet Inspirations the ladies group and the stamps quartet. they loved him and he loved them. Maybe you can react to some of his rehearsal vids, he is so funny and has a ball in his rehearsals, some to check out are , "Elvis in the Studio' 1970, "Elvis Presley talks to the Sweet Inspirations/words" in 1970, " Elvis in a Jaw dropping jam sit-down" in Vegas 1970 and of course more great Vegas numbers Like, "The Wonder of You" in 1970. You do thoughtful reactions, thanks you.
@user-gz5xt1lj4t I second your suggestion! These rehearsal videos show more than practicing the music, it shows the dynamics of the whole entourage having a good time together! They're like a look back into time with the legend and his court!
I really enjoy your reaction videos. I love the way you pick up on things that most reactions don’t such as the look on Elvis’ face as the music builds. Thank you so much.
That concert was broadcast live around the world over 5 billion people watched it an amazing concert the song was 3 songs put together you should check out the whole concert You gave me a mountain, What now my love Steamroller blues and Fever also check out Walk a mile in my shoes 1970 thank you for great reaction 😊
Expect the unexpected. You nailed it. He's been that way since he first started performing and that's why I love the fact that he has the best musicians around him, and in addition to the way they play, the best musicians can handle surprises because they pay so close attention and they work together so tightly. I know this from being in bands for a long time and it's one thing that has always impressed me about Elvis and his musicians so much. It's actually a thing. He was known for being so unpredictable. If you want a really amazing early example of it, and in fact this in particular was the television performance that set that huge racist backlash off that you observed in Elvis and the black community, check out quite specifically, Hound dog, from the early 1956 Milton Berle variety show make sure to go for a longer cut because there's some fantastic interaction with him and I think he's like 20 or maybe 21 years old in this and a new sensation. It's before the one that you either have already seen or you are more likely to come across, which was much later in the fall of that year on The Ed Sullivan Show and by then there was so much controversy and it was a lot more controlled. And the one from June or whatever it is in early 1956 on the Milton Berle variety show, it was already bringing down the house and always on television they do a short version of it, so just as this really short version of Hound dog would normally end, he suddenly kept it going but only at half tempo. They had never practiced it that way; they hadn't talked about it, the fans were just going nuts and I think instinctively Elvis thought they should have more than just a minute and 50 seconds. But because they had played live together so many times, and knew each other so well, the band immediately adjusts to it and keeps going and plays it up as this half tempo version of it and it basically turned it into a burlesque. By slowing it down, it gave Elvis the opportunity to get even more suggestive with his dancing and exaggerated gestures for maybe 20 more seconds and then he ended it. It is something to behold.
Thanks for this. Trilogy is a medley of three uniquely American pieces: “Dixie,” (dixie are the states down south in the U.S.); “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” a marching hymn of the Union Army during the American Civil War; and “All My Trials,” a Bahamian (people of the Bahamas) lullaby related to African American spirituals sung by protesting folksingers of the 1950s. Not only was he orchestrating the orchestra/band, but because he felt the music so deeply, it was impossible for him NOT to move. Notice at about 5:34 when he said "Hallelujah" how he bent over as his voice became even more powerful. Someone else would have done that most likely standing straight up, but you can tell from that little movement how the power of the music, not just the words, went right through him. Also about 5:18 while looking @ orchestra when the horns blared so powerfully, you can see on his face the entire experience raging through him. And this was just one of the many things that made this Man so unique & so spectacular. No one has ever put the emotion into a song like Elvis did.
@@mimi-422 Thank you so much. I have a great interest in behavior (both human & animal alike) & always pay close attention.. The slightest little action or movement can speak volumes. I'm reminded of an interview w-Whitney Houston where she said her mother was w-Elvis for years -- which was not true -- & I noticed how her expression & tone of voice changed at that moment -- it was because she wasn't telling the truth.
Correction regards singing w-emotion: there was one other person who sang w-extreme passion & emotion & that was Luciano Pavarotti. If you haven't heard Nessum Dorma do take a listen to "Pavarotti sings "Nessun dorma" from Turandot (The Three Tenors in Concert 1994)" at ruclips.net/video/cWc7vYjgnTs/видео.html.
… Elvis war der ERSTE und der BESTE! … Niemand ist Weltweit so bekannt/berühmt wie Elvis und das seit fast 70 Jahren! … Sein Charisma ist bis heute unübertroffen!! … Ein Sänger für die Ewigkeit!! ✨💎✨🕺🏻🕯 Thank you
I've been listening to him sing this song for over 50 years and it still gives me goosbumps. Shout out to the director for that push in. It really helps build the tension. BTW there is a clip of Judy Garland singing The Battle Hymn of The Republic, she's well passed her best but she is still amazing. ❤
Love this Hawaii concert…btw seen by satellite in 40 countries by over a Billion people. Since he never toured outside N.America the world got to see him Live finally!
36 COUNTRIES FIRST VIA SATELLITE OVER 1.5 BILLION HOUSEHOLDS WATCHED. BACK THEN IT COST MONEY FOR THAT T.V. AND CABLE SO ALOT OF FAMILIES JOINED TOGETHER ❤️
Please check out "Make The World Go Away" by Elvis from 1970. Songs like that really showcased his voice. The footage was from one of a series of shows filmed for the documentary movie called That's The Way It Is.
Very well, done great reaction you are understanding Elvis and how he works ,this is a great song from the start to finish everybody was at their very best.Thanks for your time looking into Elvis now you have started you won't ever be able to stop😊😊
I was going to explain the 3 songs but then I saw @WoodsWoman8 already explained it exactly like I would have. Glad you’re doing this. It’s a great and surprising journey.
Elvis never wrote a song but he knew how he wanted them to sound and created his version on songs already hits by others as well as songs that were written and new with him as first time recorded. In the movie Elvis we see Austin Butler recreate a scefrom That's The Way It Is during the rehearsal part of an upcoming tour for Elvis - that film was one of the docu-movies of Elvis. You should watch it. This song is a trilogy - 3 songs blended together created by Mickey Newberry. That story is incredible as well. Mickey was a solo artist who performed with his guitar alone. He was on tour around the country doing clubs, smaller venues mostly and he was from the South and at a stop in New York, i believe it was and the club owner said to him when he arrived he looked forward to his concert but don't sing Dixieland because his Northern patrons would not take well to that Southern anthem. Mickey was taken back by the comment, he didn't sing Dixieland in his shows and he was also a little insulted that because he was from the South the man thought he would automatically include that song in his shows. No problem though because he didn't sing it so he began to get ready for the show. That encounter kept playing over in his mind all the time before the concert started, he was also a little annoyed that someone would hire him and then tell him what he could or couldn't sing. Still no issue he had never sang it, but as the show began the thoughts of it wouldn't go away, it was if God kept bringing it up to him. As he was in the middle of his show he realized that he had to do that song partly to prove he couldn't be sensored. He looked at the crowd who had been enjoying his show so far and felt the seemed to be mature enough to handle that song. So suddenly he started to play the intro and watched the crowd, they didn't seem tense or if the might drag him off the stage, so he continued and began the song Dixieland. As he was in the first verse of this song which had been the battle anthem during the civil war for the confederacy, he realized that was the only part he was sure he knew, so the crowd seemed to be fine with it but now what was he going to do. He said as if a revelation from God he thought how well part of The Battle Hymn of The Republic, which was the Northern's union army's battle anthem and as he finished the part af Dixieland he began to sing the chorus of that song, then the Negro Spiritual came to mind and he included it in to the end of the song. As he ended the song and took a breath waiting on the reaction of his audience and to see if the owner might appear a d drag him off the stage, the audience burst into applause. He decided to more properly construct this song and record it. In the early days of television before 24/7 air time most stations at the end their last program would thank you for watching and play the National Anthem. A station in Memphis had decided to end the day by playing Mickey's blending of those 3 songs representing the 3 sides of a major interest in the war that tore our country apart. He had entitled it American Trilogy. The legend is that one night Elvis then wife heard it one night and told Elvis about it, Elvis listened and liked it, he requested the right to record it. Being Elvis instead of performing the soft and laid back version Mickey created and sang, he repeated The Battle Hymns chorus again with the build up instrumental bridge to end it as he did many of his songs not quietly but with power. The ironic thing about those songs, while the club owner cautioned him about sing that Southern song in front of a Northern audience yet that Northern song was included in many hymnals and sang in churches and taught in schools. The songs were not written for the war but were inspiring to those who were fighting it - i will include it wasn't all about slavery but that was an excuse often used but more about financial issues - not enough space or time here to study it but the north's more industrial commerce which was reach a leveling or decline and the south's agricultural one that was growing - but back to the song so those songs both had messages of hope as did the third song often sang by slaves as they worked, "All My Trials Lord". Another ironic thing about the songs are many of the Elvis fans in the south, unaware of the songs origin and what the part the word Trilogy had to do with the song tri-meaning 3, would hear the beginning words, In Dixieland where i was born... and forgetful or unaware of the two songs taught to children or sang in schools, maybe thinking this was that complete Dixieland song because they also remembered the words to the other song and thinking it was the same song, but when it would start often at Elvis Tribute Artist shows they would stand in pride of their southern heritage and some even wave confederate flags. I will say i was born and raised in the south and like Elvis had neighbors of different ethnic backgrounds or heritages and taught we were all the same and loved by God. - i know this is months after you recorded it and you may not look back at later comments but wanted to add the history of the song for others that might find you later as i have. You can also find Mickey Newberry's beautiful version on RUclips as well. I used his version and Elvis' ending in a performance i video of sharing a more dramatic interpretation using Sign Language and props at an Elvis Tribute Artist (ETA) event. I can proudly say that at some of the larger ETA events were artist both professional and karaoke singers come to share their love and appreciation of Elvis and his music with other fans, the biggest is during Elvis Week in Memphis and a location known as The Tent, a beautiful thing happens. People on stage and off come from all walks of life and many countries and will all stand up and join hands and sing together in unity not in pride for one area of the country or another but for good that is this country and those who come from other countries are often those to request this song and also "America", another song Elvis recorded and often sing it as loud as those born here. The crowd mirrors the message this song portrays. Beautiful!
This song every time I hear it, I can feel it in my heart and soul. He was a very poor child growing up and lived in a poor neighborhood. He grew up in the south and went to church . Even attending black church where they were pentecostal. So he grew up making his own sound combining blues with country, rock, and religion. He was always different. I love h8m today as a 73 year old as I did when as a small child in the 50"s.
Elvis loved to showcase the talents of the people who played for and around him ... he loved the talent of his backing singers, both the Imperials, and JD Sumner & the Stamps ( seen here ), and also the Sweet Inspirations who often opened his show, and were well paid for doing so. The Flautist seen here only ever played for Elvis this one time, Gabe Balthazaar. He was a Jazz Flute and Sax man, who played with Stan Kenton and was much revered in Hawaii ... he passed away only last year. An old friend of mine who plays Flute for a major British Orchestra, has been in awe of Gabe's performance here for decades ... even now, when the Elvis show performs with trhe backing of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the part is played by Trumpet, as no Flautist will take this piece on ...
Thanks for the great reaction. I've watched Elvis's American Trilogy video many times. As the band reaches it's peak toward the end of the song, I get suck a kick out of Elvis saying "Hallelujah" then "Louder!" and then, "Now!" just as he's about to close out the song. His command over the band and orchestrations are a thing to behold. Have never seen another artist like Elvis on stage; doubtful there'll ever be another one.
"An American Trilogy is compromised of parts of 3 different songs. From the War Between the States (American Civil War), they are "Dixie", from the South, and "Battle Hymn of the Republic" from the North, as well as the song "All My Trials".
Love it! Check out I'll Remember You from this same concert! Trouble from King Kreole, Crawfish, Dixieland Rock, Jailhouse Rock, High Heeled Sneakers, it's not live but fun Christmas Time Pretty Baby, Like a Baby from Elvis is back album, actually the whole album is fire! He's got a great Christmas album and Gospel album how great Though Art from 1973 is great
A loose medley of the Confederate anthem “Dixie,” the slavery folk song “All My Trials,” and the stirring Union rallying cry “Battle Hymn Of The Republic,” the song spoke to Elvis not just about inescapable historical divisions but about the resolution to which he hoped those divisions might some day come.
The absolute Best Ever.. Elvis you were so gifted!! You lived for your twin brother Jesse and you. You gave us all so much joy with your music and personality and care for All people. Weather black or white. You loved us all equally. Always loving you forever!!!
ELVIS PUT THE 3 SONGS TOGETHER FOR HIS 1972 TOUR. HAD THE 3 ARRANGED TOGETHER BY GLEN D. HARDIN HIS PIANO PLAYER... WATCH AMERICAN TRILOGY FROM ELVIS ON TOUR 1972.
The American Trilogy is about the Civil War. Dixie the the theme of the South, Glory Hallelujah the theme of the North and All My Trials a Spiritual of the slaves. The arrangement is pure Elvis. ❤
Women wanted Elvis Men wanted too be him
This was a mixture of songs it was three different songs, mixed into one. I really think you are pretty special to just the way you react to Elvis makes me smile too.
Elvis definitely was a amazing entertainer
THANK YOU SWEET SIR! 😊
The most charismatic singer entertainer and humanitarian ever. No one today can match his brilliance !
He always directs his band. Some people think he is just moving around! 😂
You need to listen to Elvis’ gospel songs
And that’s how you blow the roof off the place! ❤
Never be another
You should also know, this concert was watched by over a Billion people.
Oh my days. A billion that is just incredible to think of. To be fair I can see how anyone would want to be part of his show either virtually or in person. 🙏
@@Kings-003it was the first ever Sattalite Show seen all over the world. To this day no single performer has ever achieved such figures of viewers. Elvis had his suit designed with the American Eagle because he knew he was representing his country and was such a patriot. 👌💕🕺
These are NOT religious songs - but are literally 2 war songs & a lullaby, Combined into a trilogy by the great songwriter Mickey Newbury. You should listen to his version. You will understand why Elvis covered it!
This is why Elvis is still the Goat
From his outfit to his band , to the arrangement of his music ... he orchestrated everything and wanted to give his audience nothing but the best ! He was one with his band and his backup singers ... they all appreciated his love for music and his respect for what they brought to the performances ... you need to watch one of his live rehearsal videos to see the real warmth and family feeling he maintained with everyone around him . Elvis was a very special human being ... that's why his fans are so protective of his legacy ! TCB forever !
Amen !!
There is nothing I could possibly add to the things you've written - you've said it all.
Elvis made a mark to me ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Many could probably write the music but only Elvis could really tell the story. Forever the King 👑
"His band is an extension of him" was such an accurate observation.
Battle Hymm Of The Republic Written during The Cival War !
Elvis Presley is a legend He never be forgotten and beyond Thank you supporting Elvis Presley always Be the king 💙💙💙💙💙
"This man lives and breaths music" is a perfect description of ELVIS! Bravo to you for recognizing it so quickly. From me, a Then, Now & Forever ELVIS fan.
you know, i like acdc, kiss, country and many forms of music, but this song has been my fav since i was 10yo and im now 60. it will be my funeral song. no one beats Elvis !
I would like to recommend "If I can dream". As I am a new follower of your show, I don't know whether you have already done it, but believe me, it's more than worth it. Thank you for your contribution to Elvis's legacy!
There will NEVER be another Elvis! Elvis on top of the World! Elvis transforming into a Greek god! The best response to Elvis: WoW! Just WOW!!!
The King of Rock N Roll for a reason.. and truly .. if you just look at him back in 1973.... thhe King of Bling too.. One of the best entertainers to every be on stage. Lord knows this man was my Mom's era.. not mine.. but it's very sad the world lost him in 1977
Can you imagine a live band like that , he had a 6 piece band , 11 back up singers , and a 17 piece orchestra . Must have sounded awesome
What can a say??? This is the best ever ever ❤
This was a Compilation of 3 Civil War Era Songs:
"Dixie" Representing the American South where most of our Slavery took place, "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" Representing the Northern States who Fought to Abolish Slavery and "All my Trials" a Bahamian Lullaby sung by Black Americans who were Enslaved. It Represents the American Triumph over Slavery and the Reunification of our Country after the Civil War.
I never knew all that, thanks for the explanation.
@neillenet291
Your Welcome !
Now listen to American Trilogy from Elvis On Tour in 1972.
I think you mean “ Bahamian Lullaby “. 🙏💕
@paulgwyn7836 stupid autocorrect! Thank you for pointing that out. I will change it.
The master musician giving a masterclass. There are three songs pieced together beautifully uniting the Southern and Northern states of the US, together with a spiritual that slaves would have sung. As ever Elvis is trying to bring everyone together. I must have seen this hundreds of times but it thrills me every single time ❤
Such an outstanding performance by any entertainer just wont due its Elvis time only have mercy rip sweet prince
You just witnessed THE GREATEST ENTERTAINER THIS WORLD WILL EVER SEE!!!!! Elvis had it all the looks, moves, voice power control, passion emotion and charisma like no other. When Elvis sang you didn't just hear him you felt him as he touched your very soul., NO auto tune NO pitch correction just pure PERFECTION. Elvis was like a God among men a gift to us all from GOD himself. His voice was like magic and will never be matched. Elvis gave his all to what meant the most to him HIS FANS!!! Even though he didn't like to be called THE KING as he said there was only 1 King and that was |God. Long live The King .
TCB with a flash was his motto taking care of business in a flash
Elvis was deeply religious and sang many gospel songs,one of my faves is Take my hand prescious Lord !😁
Elvis was and will always be the best, beautiful generous soul
Thumbs up for Ronnie, too. I enjoy Elvis tremendously, but Ronnie brings out the best in Elvis. ❤
He was an important part of Elvis shows, so R.I.P Ronnie
Fantastic drummer. Can you imagine witnessing that magic up close in rehearsals ❤
ELVIS MARTIAL ARTS MOVES WERE UNREAL
@ppresley9208. Beautifully said! ❤️
This ìs my favorite song from him. He is amazing and there will never be another like him. ❤✌️
اعظم فنان على مر العصور لم ولن يتكرر الملك بدون منازع
It is a medley of Dixie, battle hymn of the republic, and all my trials. American trilogy is one of my favorites.
…Elvis was the FIRST and BEST! ... No one is as known/famous worldwide as Elvis and has been for almost 70 years! ...His charisma is still unsurpassed to this day!! ... A singer for eternity!! ✨💎✨🕺🏻🕯 Thank you
My favourite song.
Elvis ,looking ever so fine ,from head to toe ,when this man sings ,he puts passion ,emotion ,and very strong vocals ,he just makes you feel it in your heart ,and soul
Song still rocks!
Please do What Now My Love and Just Pretend and I'll Remember You, I love your reactions to the King and I love hearing you speak, not bad to look at either ❤
As alwsys a true masterpiece.
That was a heavenly choir!!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤
Love this song!! Please continue your Elvis Journey, I promise you won't be disappointed!! Elvis had So many wonderful songs!! Love your reactions! You always put a smile on my face!! ❤❤❤❤❤!
On of my favorites!!
great reaction to this most excellent performance and song
As Elvis was standing there as the flute was playing. You could see the respect Elvis had for his band. But you can see how much respect the band had for Elvis. And they loved each other they was so tight.
When Elvis passed away I turned 17 years old the same. I grew up with Elvis he was a big part of my life. They was always playing Elvis's movies and a few concerts of his own TV. I grew up in a bad home. So when Elvis came on TV I would fall into Elvis's world. I could escape my problems and fall in love with him. The one of the things I took from Elvis was to love everyone. Well 2 things I have to add it to my list was his gospel music. I grew up loving God and Savior Jesus I give credit to Elvis for that because Elvis was a big part of my life. He sure had a powerful presence. With his old movies and concerts I still have his presence now in my life.
Elvis would be so happy to hear you say this. He said if he made a difference to one person’s life, he’d be happy. He never believed he had done anything special and people would forget him!! I hope he knows now as he looks down on us🙏👌💕🕺
Always give me chills,makes me want to cry
This was seen world wide 1 billion plus people watched
Elvis was executive producer of all his music, he was a perfectionist of what he wanted, always with passion and feeling. He hand picked his musicians, and his singers both the Sweet Inspirations the ladies group and the stamps quartet. they loved him and he loved them. Maybe you can react to some of his rehearsal vids, he is so funny and has a ball in his rehearsals, some to check out are , "Elvis in the Studio' 1970, "Elvis Presley talks to the Sweet Inspirations/words" in 1970, " Elvis in a Jaw dropping jam sit-down" in Vegas 1970 and of course more great Vegas numbers Like, "The Wonder of You" in 1970. You do thoughtful reactions, thanks you.
@user-gz5xt1lj4t I second your suggestion! These rehearsal videos show more than practicing the music, it shows the dynamics of the whole entourage having a good time together!
They're like a look back into time with the legend and his court!
I really enjoy your reaction videos. I love the way you pick up on things that most reactions don’t such as the look on Elvis’ face as the music builds. Thank you so much.
Thank you for your wonderful videos may God bless you always
I've watch and heard Elvis sing this hundreds of times. I get cold chills down my legs and arms everytime. He's so Amazing.
Elvis was so freaking awesome wow wow wow
That concert was broadcast live around the world over 5 billion people watched it an amazing concert the song was 3 songs put together you should check out the whole concert You gave me a mountain, What now my love Steamroller blues and Fever also check out Walk a mile in my shoes 1970 thank you for great reaction 😊
@paulgwyn7836 and @kathyharze760 it was actually viewed by 1.5 billion.
This is why he is forever, the king
Play if that isn’t love by Elvis that song is a favourite of mine.thanks Vonnie ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Expect the unexpected. You nailed it. He's been that way since he first started performing and that's why I love the fact that he has the best musicians around him, and in addition to the way they play, the best musicians can handle surprises because they pay so close attention and they work together so tightly. I know this from being in bands for a long time and it's one thing that has always impressed me about Elvis and his musicians so much.
It's actually a thing. He was known for being so unpredictable. If you want a really amazing early example of it, and in fact this in particular was the television performance that set that huge racist backlash off that you observed in Elvis and the black community, check out quite specifically, Hound dog, from the early 1956 Milton Berle variety show make sure to go for a longer cut because there's some fantastic interaction with him and I think he's like 20 or maybe 21 years old in this and a new sensation. It's before the one that you either have already seen or you are more likely to come across, which was much later in the fall of that year on The Ed Sullivan Show and by then there was so much controversy and it was a lot more controlled.
And the one from June or whatever it is in early 1956 on the Milton Berle variety show, it was already bringing down the house and always on television they do a short version of it, so just as this really short version of Hound dog would normally end, he suddenly kept it going but only at half tempo.
They had never practiced it that way; they hadn't talked about it, the fans were just going nuts and I think instinctively Elvis thought they should have more than just a minute and 50 seconds.
But because they had played live together so many times, and knew each other so well, the band immediately adjusts to it and keeps going and plays it up as this half tempo version of it and it basically turned it into a burlesque.
By slowing it down, it gave Elvis the opportunity to get even more suggestive with his dancing and exaggerated gestures for maybe 20 more seconds and then he ended it. It is something to behold.
WOW, so needed to be heard today more than ever!
Keep discovering Elvis.. He was The King Of Rock and Roll!!
Play how great thou heart.❤❤❤ ❤I thank you,Vonnie
Thanks for this. Trilogy is a medley of three uniquely American pieces: “Dixie,” (dixie are the states down south in the U.S.); “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” a marching hymn of the Union Army during the American Civil War; and “All My Trials,” a Bahamian (people of the Bahamas) lullaby related to African American spirituals sung by protesting folksingers of the 1950s. Not only was he orchestrating the orchestra/band, but because he felt the music so deeply, it was impossible for him NOT to move. Notice at about 5:34 when he said "Hallelujah" how he bent over as his voice became even more powerful. Someone else would have done that most likely standing straight up, but you can tell from that little movement how the power of the music, not just the words, went right through him. Also about 5:18 while looking @ orchestra when the horns blared so powerfully, you can see on his face the entire experience raging through him. And this was just one of the many things that made this Man so unique & so spectacular. No one has ever put the emotion into a song like Elvis did.
Well Said❤
@@mimi-422 Thank you so much. I have a great interest in behavior (both human & animal alike) & always pay close attention.. The slightest little action or movement can speak volumes. I'm reminded of an interview w-Whitney Houston where she said her mother was w-Elvis for years -- which was not true -- & I noticed how her expression & tone of voice changed at that moment -- it was because she wasn't telling the truth.
Correction regards singing w-emotion: there was one other person who sang w-extreme passion & emotion & that was Luciano Pavarotti. If you haven't heard Nessum Dorma do take a listen to "Pavarotti sings "Nessun dorma" from Turandot (The Three Tenors in Concert 1994)" at ruclips.net/video/cWc7vYjgnTs/видео.html.
Great Reaction 👍🙏
… Elvis war der ERSTE und der BESTE! … Niemand ist Weltweit so bekannt/berühmt wie Elvis und das seit fast 70 Jahren! … Sein Charisma ist bis heute unübertroffen!! … Ein Sänger für die Ewigkeit!! ✨💎✨🕺🏻🕯 Thank you
Simply the best ever. Please could you react to what now my love from the same concert. The vocals on this song are unbelievable. Many thanks.
I've been listening to him sing this song for over 50 years and it still gives me goosbumps. Shout out to the director for that push in. It really helps build the tension. BTW there is a clip of Judy Garland singing The Battle Hymn of The Republic, she's well passed her best but she is still amazing. ❤
YES JUDY GARLAND WAS GREAT JUST WATCHED DOCUMENTARY ON HER.
SHE GOT POOPED ON FROM THE INDUSTRY ❤
No one can give flever n taste to music like Elvis did. The king for ever
You get it bro you never know what to expect he lives the you are correct he lives and breathes that music
Need more volumn please!
So many great songs.... 1970 live Vegas "Bridge over troubled water" unbelievable ...
Amazing performance ❤😢
Love this Hawaii concert…btw seen by satellite in 40 countries by over a Billion people. Since he never toured outside N.America the world got to see him Live finally!
36 COUNTRIES FIRST VIA SATELLITE OVER 1.5
BILLION HOUSEHOLDS WATCHED. BACK THEN IT COST MONEY FOR THAT T.V. AND CABLE SO ALOT OF FAMILIES JOINED TOGETHER ❤️
It all happened by the grace of God He loved the Lord so much
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Looking so good and voice is like butter so smooth
From uk born 69 grew up on that song
Oh man❤❤just so powerful, !! THE KING DEFT WAS THERE !! 🤩😎🙌
Please check out "Make The World Go Away" by Elvis from 1970. Songs like that really showcased his voice. The footage was from one of a series of shows filmed for the documentary movie called That's The Way It Is.
Pjevač najsnažniji h emocija kojeg sam ja ikad slušala i gledala! Najljepši i najzanimljiviji!❤
Very well, done great reaction you are understanding Elvis and how he works ,this is a great song from the start to finish everybody was at their very best.Thanks for your time looking into Elvis now you have started you won't ever be able to stop😊😊
Trilogy meaning 3 songs
MY HEART SWELLS EVERYTIME I HEAR HIS GOSPELS SONG . A TIME TO REJOYS .
You might try Let BE Me, Wonder of You, and How Great Thou Art. Thank you for this ! My favorite entertainer ever ❤❤❤
That's a proper reaction to American Trilogy 👏👏👏 Thank you, sir!
I was going to explain the 3 songs but then I saw @WoodsWoman8 already explained it exactly like I would have. Glad you’re doing this. It’s a great and surprising journey.
Elvis never wrote a song but he knew how he wanted them to sound and created his version on songs already hits by others as well as songs that were written and new with him as first time recorded. In the movie Elvis we see Austin Butler recreate a scefrom That's The Way It Is during the rehearsal part of an upcoming tour for Elvis - that film was one of the docu-movies of Elvis. You should watch it. This song is a trilogy - 3 songs blended together created by Mickey Newberry. That story is incredible as well. Mickey was a solo artist who performed with his guitar alone. He was on tour around the country doing clubs, smaller venues mostly and he was from the South and at a stop in New York, i believe it was and the club owner said to him when he arrived he looked forward to his concert but don't sing Dixieland because his Northern patrons would not take well to that Southern anthem. Mickey was taken back by the comment, he didn't sing Dixieland in his shows and he was also a little insulted that because he was from the South the man thought he would automatically include that song in his shows. No problem though because he didn't sing it so he began to get ready for the show. That encounter kept playing over in his mind all the time before the concert started, he was also a little annoyed that someone would hire him and then tell him what he could or couldn't sing. Still no issue he had never sang it, but as the show began the thoughts of it wouldn't go away, it was if God kept bringing it up to him. As he was in the middle of his show he realized that he had to do that song partly to prove he couldn't be sensored. He looked at the crowd who had been enjoying his show so far and felt the seemed to be mature enough to handle that song. So suddenly he started to play the intro and watched the crowd, they didn't seem tense or if the might drag him off the stage, so he continued and began the song Dixieland. As he was in the first verse of this song which had been the battle anthem during the civil war for the confederacy, he realized that was the only part he was sure he knew, so the crowd seemed to be fine with it but now what was he going to do. He said as if a revelation from God he thought how well part of The Battle Hymn of The Republic, which was the Northern's union army's battle anthem and as he finished the part af Dixieland he began to sing the chorus of that song, then the Negro Spiritual came to mind and he included it in to the end of the song. As he ended the song and took a breath waiting on the reaction of his audience and to see if the owner might appear a d drag him off the stage, the audience burst into applause. He decided to more properly construct this song and record it. In the early days of television before 24/7 air time most stations at the end their last program would thank you for watching and play the National Anthem. A station in Memphis had decided to end the day by playing Mickey's blending of those 3 songs representing the 3 sides of a major interest in the war that tore our country apart. He had entitled it American Trilogy. The legend is that one night Elvis then wife heard it one night and told Elvis about it, Elvis listened and liked it, he requested the right to record it. Being Elvis instead of performing the soft and laid back version Mickey created and sang, he repeated The Battle Hymns chorus again with the build up instrumental bridge to end it as he did many of his songs not quietly but with power. The ironic thing about those songs, while the club owner cautioned him about sing that Southern song in front of a Northern audience yet that Northern song was included in many hymnals and sang in churches and taught in schools. The songs were not written for the war but were inspiring to those who were fighting it - i will include it wasn't all about slavery but that was an excuse often used but more about financial issues - not enough space or time here to study it but the north's more industrial commerce which was reach a leveling or decline and the south's agricultural one that was growing - but back to the song so those songs both had messages of hope as did the third song often sang by slaves as they worked, "All My Trials Lord". Another ironic thing about the songs are many of the Elvis fans in the south, unaware of the songs origin and what the part the word Trilogy had to do with the song tri-meaning 3, would hear the beginning words, In Dixieland where i was born... and forgetful or unaware of the two songs taught to children or sang in schools, maybe thinking this was that complete Dixieland song because they also remembered the words to the other song and thinking it was the same song, but when it would start often at Elvis Tribute Artist shows they would stand in pride of their southern heritage and some even wave confederate flags. I will say i was born and raised in the south and like Elvis had neighbors of different ethnic backgrounds or heritages and taught we were all the same and loved by God. - i know this is months after you recorded it and you may not look back at later comments but wanted to add the history of the song for others that might find you later as i have. You can also find Mickey Newberry's beautiful version on RUclips as well. I used his version and Elvis' ending in a performance i video of sharing a more dramatic interpretation using Sign Language and props at an Elvis Tribute Artist (ETA) event. I can proudly say that at some of the larger ETA events were artist both professional and karaoke singers come to share their love and appreciation of Elvis and his music with other fans, the biggest is during Elvis Week in Memphis and a location known as The Tent, a beautiful thing happens. People on stage and off come from all walks of life and many countries and will all stand up and join hands and sing together in unity not in pride for one area of the country or another but for good that is this country and those who come from other countries are often those to request this song and also "America", another song Elvis recorded and often sing it as loud as those born here. The crowd mirrors the message this song portrays. Beautiful!
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Elvis was absolutely a Christian. No doubt. And humble. Ever heard his say anything bad about anyone?
This song every time I hear it, I can feel it in my heart and soul. He was a very poor child growing up and lived in a poor neighborhood. He grew up in the south and went to church . Even attending black church where they were pentecostal. So he grew up making his own sound combining blues with country, rock, and religion. He was always different. I love h8m today as a 73 year old as I did when as a small child in the 50"s.
Viveu pouco mas,jamais será esquecido.
Elvis loved to showcase the talents of the people who played for and around him ... he loved the talent of his backing singers, both the Imperials, and JD Sumner & the Stamps ( seen here ), and also the Sweet Inspirations who often opened his show, and were well paid for doing so. The Flautist seen here only ever played for Elvis this one time, Gabe Balthazaar. He was a Jazz Flute and Sax man, who played with Stan Kenton and was much revered in Hawaii ... he passed away only last year.
An old friend of mine who plays Flute for a major British Orchestra, has been in awe of Gabe's performance here for decades ... even now, when the Elvis show performs with trhe backing of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the part is played by Trumpet, as no Flautist will take this piece on ...
Thanks for the great reaction. I've watched Elvis's American Trilogy video many times. As the band reaches it's peak toward the end of the song, I get suck a kick out of Elvis saying "Hallelujah" then "Louder!" and then, "Now!" just as he's about to close out the song. His command over the band and orchestrations are a thing to behold. Have never seen another artist like Elvis on stage; doubtful there'll ever be another one.
"An American Trilogy is compromised of parts of 3 different songs. From the War Between the States (American Civil War), they are "Dixie", from the South, and "Battle Hymn of the Republic" from the North, as well as the song "All My Trials".
Love it! Check out I'll Remember You from this same concert! Trouble from King Kreole, Crawfish, Dixieland Rock, Jailhouse Rock, High Heeled Sneakers, it's not live but fun Christmas Time Pretty Baby, Like a Baby from Elvis is back album, actually the whole album is fire! He's got a great Christmas album and Gospel album how great Though Art from 1973 is great
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A loose medley of the Confederate anthem “Dixie,” the slavery folk song “All My Trials,” and the stirring Union rallying cry “Battle Hymn Of The Republic,” the song spoke to Elvis not just about inescapable historical divisions but about the resolution to which he hoped those divisions might some day come.
Take my hand.by Elvis ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤,Vonnie
The absolute Best Ever.. Elvis you were so gifted!! You lived for your twin brother Jesse and you. You gave us all so much joy with your music and personality and care for All people. Weather black or white. You loved us all equally. Always loving you forever!!!
Dan Vasc did this as a tribute to his dad right after he died. His dad loved Elvis and this was his favorite song. Check out his touching version.
ELVIS PUT THE 3 SONGS TOGETHER FOR HIS 1972 TOUR. HAD THE 3 ARRANGED TOGETHER BY GLEN D. HARDIN HIS PIANO PLAYER... WATCH AMERICAN TRILOGY FROM ELVIS ON TOUR 1972.
I didn't know this detail. Thank you for sharing that ❤
Subbed ❤ i håb om flere Elvis reaktioner 🙏