Michael Freedland continues his journey to mark the 75th anniversary of Elvis Presley's birth, visiting Nashville, Tennessee. Show more
Michael Freedland continues his journey to mark the 75th anniversary of Elvis Presley's birth in Memphis, Tennessee, where the Presley family settled in 1948. Show more
Michael Freedland continues his journey to mark the 75th anniversary of Elvis Presley's birth in Memphis, Tennessee, where the Presley family settled in 1948. Show more
Michael Freedland explores Elvis Presley's birthplace of Tupelo. Show more
Radio 2 Elvis Season
Elvis: Gospel According to The King
1 hour
Jerry Hall explores the importance and influence of gospel music in Elvis Presley's life. Show more
30 minutes
Paul Morley explores the stories and music behind Elvis Presley's early films, including Jailhouse Rock, King Creole and Viva Las Vegas. Show more
Paul Gambaccini tells the story of a pioneering DJ who played a part in the birth of rock'n'roll and start of Elvis' career - Dewey Phillips. Show more
30 minutes
Paul Morley considers to what extent Elvis' film career was run by Colonel Parker and how the Elvis movie 'formula' was born. Features rare archive of Elvis discussing his films. Show more
Michael Freedland marks the 75th anniversary of Elvis Presley's birth with a six-part series beginning in Tupelo, Mississippi, where the star was born. Show more
Suzi travels to Memphis to explore her life-long obsession with Elvis Presley, the connection she feels with him and his influence on her career. Show more
Radio 2 Elvis Season
Rob Brydon's World of Elvis: The Las Vegas Years
1 hour
Rob Brydon explores the time Elvis Presley spent in Las Vegas between 1969-1976 and his unique influence upon the city. Show more
Michael Freedland concludes his journey into the life of Elvis Presley by visiting Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Show more
Paul Gambaccini explores Elvis Presley's undiminished fame and power as an American icon. Show more
Paul Gambaccini explores Elvis Presley's undiminished fame and power as an American icon. Show more
Radio 2 Elvis Season
When The King Met The President
1 hour
Martin Sheen tells the story of Elvis Presley's 1970 meeting with President Nixon. Part of Radio 2's Elvis Season. Show more
Radio 2 Elvis Season
Don't Start Me Talking...about Elvis
30 minutes
Hear about 'The King' through the words of his fans. This programme offers an insight into the way Elvis impacted on everyday lives. Show more