Michael Aaron Polston, “My Life as a Costumer”
Michael Polston of B & K Enterprises, known throughout the Elvis Tribute Artist community as makers of high quality costumes. In this interesting account, Michael describes how his family’s costume making business has evolved over the years.
Emma Harman “Viva Las Blackpool”
Emma Hardman, an audio visual media undergraduate student at the University of Central Lancashire in the North of England, tells of making a documentary about the recent “Walk a Golden Mile in My Shoes” Convention and Contest in Blackpool, England as part of her graduating film work.
Roberta Arnold, “Reflections Of The King”
Bobbie Arnold, president of Follow That Dream Productions in New York, writes on her second annual “Reflections Of The King 2005” competition - a beautiful description on the event complete with photos.
Art Kleiner, “The CBS Mini Series - “Elvis”
Art Kleiner and his limousine were recently involved in the filming of the CBS mini-series “Elvis.” Here Art describes his role in the movie and tells us about his adventures with his limousine also!
Joan Minnery, “The Best One Yet”
Joan Minnery, head of the annual Brantford KingFling Festival and the originator of the Memphis Motion Musical ensemble and production company, writes on her fifth annual event.
Cindy Huffman, “All Shook Up In Branson”
Cindy Huffman, of Scarf Creations and producer in her own right , reports in on the recent All Shook Up in Branson ETA contest which she has organized for the past 3 years.
Dan Lentino, “Elvis - CBS - The Blunder”
With over 40 yrs in the music industry, long time musician, businessman, consultant and highly respected impresario of the "Elvis" world Dan Lentino shares his opinion of the CBS mini series - Elvis..
Dave Fontana, “Keeping The Music ALive”
David Fontana, son of legendary drummer, DJ Fontana, and a drummer and musician in his own right. In this column, David tells us a bit about growing up with a famous father, and about his own experiences in the business which include working with tribute artist.
Dennis Uithol, “My Favorite ETA”
Dennis Uithol from The Netherlands, who writes about being an Elvis fan, about seeing his first ETA (Frank Anthony), and about an interesting new photo book he is working on with Frank Anthony.
Glenn Aitchison, “Walk A Mile In My Shoes”
We’re delighted to hear from the ETA, identifying his role both on stage and off, and describing his appreciation for the fans that helped them merit the title "ETA". Expressing his views is Glenn Aitchison.
GaryElvis Britt, “Love Me Tender Day Project”
This special column is from Garyelvis Britt, who shares his insights as to the benefits and responsibilities of being an ETA. Garyelvis also updates us on his “Love Me Tender Day” project.
Jamie Aaron Kelley, “What I’ve Been Up To Lately”
At the time this article was written, Jamie was 24 years old and not yet the star of the “Elvis Story”. We invited Jamie to tell us about one of his latest ventures and a brand new upcoming CD set.
Jamie Aaron Kelley, “Just Awesome Karaoke”
Elvis Fan, Jamie Aaron Kelley, who writes about Elvis’s artistic progression in the 50's and about his new “Just Awesome Karaoke” (JAK) Tracks featuring Elvis’ songs from Sun Records and the Louisiana Hayride.
Joan Minnery, “Brantford’s ElvisFest”
It’s a happy way of life for Joanie and the gals from Memphis Motion who are ready to rock and roll and geared up to get everyone All Shook Up for the 5th Annual Brantford Elvis Festival.
Alan Black, “Joanne Shaw - Artist”
Alan is the Agent and Business Manager for Joanne Shaw, a talented artist from England whose artwork is sought after both in England and abroad. In his column, Alan tells us about Joanne and her artistry.
John Dawson, “The Ways Of Elvis - A New Book”
John Dawson, from Texas. John is an Elvis fan, Elvis collector and consultant, book author, fan club president, public speaker, and he runs his own successful business. John tells us about his new book and his other ventures also.
Kraig Parker, “A Day In The Circle”
Recently, ETA Kraig Parker met Loanne Parker, the widow of Colonel Tom Parker. Loanne had never spoken to an Elvis impersonator before...here is Kraig’s account of his meeting with Mrs. Parker .(
Larry Kelley, “Help Save The Overton Park Shell”
Elvis fan, and former ETA, Larry Kelley (father of ETA Jamie Aaron Kelley), has submitted information for our guest column which tells readers of his, and others, efforts to save the historic Overton Park Shell in Memphis, Tennessee
Marian Cocke, “Elvis Presley Memorial Dinner”
Marian Cocke who was Elvis Presley’s nurse for the last 2 ½ years of his life, and who is now well-known in the “Elvis world” for her annual Elvis Presley Memorial Dinner Charity Event.
Nance Fox, “2004 Images Of The King”
Nance Fox of the Elvis Entertainment Network, recaps highlights of the 2004 Images of the King contest in Memphis and offers a pictorial of the event.
Mike Powell, “Making Your Own Jumpsuits”
ETA Mike Powell, founder of the Texas Elvis Explosion, who writes about his experiences making a jumpsuit..he also tells us about other ETA’s who have tried their hands at this too.
Patty Carroll, “Living The Life ”
Living the Life: The World of Elvis Tribute Artists is a culmination of over ten years (off and on) of photographing ETA’s all over the world.. Here is the story.
Paul Smith, “The King In England”
Paul Smith, of the Association of Professional Elvis Presley Tribute Artists UK, sends in this report on two Elvis events held recently in England.
Steve Maitland Thomas “Porthcawl Elvis Festival”
Festival Manager for the Porthcawl Elvis Festival in Wales, Steve fills us in on the development of this successful international Festival, now Europe’s biggest such event, and tells us what is planned for the upcoming 2005 Festival
Rachel Beulow, “Potawatomi Bingo Casino”
Rachael Buelow of the Potawatomi Bingo Casino writes about the competition held each year in Wisconsin. The January chill in the air vanishes quickly as ETAs warm up for the action !
Ralph Foster, “King Tracks Audio Synthesis”
Ralph Foster, of King Tracks describes how King Tracks have evolved over the past ten years and updates us on King Tracks Audio Synthesis recordings.
Bobbie Arnold & Dale Weisbroad, “Reflections”
Dale Weisbrod of Elvissss Productions and Roberta Arnold, of Follow That Dream Productions, have recently joined together to produce a new ETA contest.
Ronda Marson, “Character, Perseverance & Hope”
Ronda Marson, president of the Canadian chapter of the Love for Elvis Fan Club, chronicles a hospital visit that ETA Travis LeDoyt made to see a fan who was ill.
Roy Leblanc, “& The Sweet Inspirations”
Recently, ETA Roy LeBlanc brought the Sweet Inspirations to our neck of the woods in Southwestern Ontario, Canada for a week-long series of shows and appearances.
Ryan Wood, “David Lee & EAS”
The ExSpence Account Showband was off to Choctaw, Mississippi and the Pearl River Resort, to back up ETA David Lee. An account of a fun performance in an island atmosphere.
Trevor Decker, “Unsung ETA Says Thanks”
Joanna Johnson of ETAR introduces Trevor Decker’s article, in which he thanks the Elvis fans for allowing him to pay tribute.
Zena Sultana, “Viva Las Vegas”
Zena Sultana, a professional journalist (and Elvis fan) from San Diego, CA. who has covered many ETA performances, reports on the famous Fremont Street Elvis Extravaganza in Las Vegas.
The following guest columns in this archived section, were written by people from every walk of life. Columnists, producers, promoters, musicians, managers, clothiers, ETAs and fans alike, share their stories about life in the world of Elvis, with Lady Luck Music. We thank them for their articles and hope you enjoy reading these stories as much as we have had the pleasure of featuring them on our site over the past few years.
Zena Sultana, “The King Of Las Vegas In Shanghai”
One year after hosting the MTV awards, Johnny Thompson is given the Red Carpet treatment as he returns to perform in Shanghai
Bill Kelly, “A Big Thanks to the ETAs”
Billy Kelly from Lexington KY takes time out to thank some special ETAs who performed several benefit shows to help him out after a triple by-pass surgery.
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