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Elvis And The Colonel: An Insider'S Look At The Most Legendary Partnership In Show Business,Used
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A fresh biography of legendary entertainment manager Colonel Tom Parker, with a contrarian and corrective point of view.Colonel Tom Parker, often reviled in his time, led the strategy from the earliest days of Elvis's career. Together, they built the most legendary partnership in show business. For the first time, Colonel Parker's story is told by an insider, Greg McDonald, who worked under Parker for years. Neverbeforeheard stories of Parker's collaboration with Elvis reveal the man behind the legend and the strategies that made Elvis a commercial groundbreaker.Ingrained lore has it that Parker took advantage of 'poor country boy' Elvis to sign the singer who became 'The King'. But Elvis and the Colonel shows that Elvis was not foolish when it came to business arrangements. This book is full of stories of innovations Parker made with his star client, including:ingenious merchandising (eg, selling both 'I love Elvis' and 'I hate Elvis' buttons)licensing and branding, from suits to toys, ashtrays to guitarsestablishing The King as an artistinresidence in Las Vegascreating televised concert events, like Elvis' Christmas specialMany of the practices Parker established are still deployed today by most major agencies. Parker's experience as a carny and an immigrant shaped his management style when he was at his peak, showing how he adapted big top practices to the big time. The heart of Elvis and the Colonel is the long, strong, warm and complex relationship between two iconic men.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Elvis and the Colonel'? A: 'Elvis and the Colonel' provides a fresh biography of Colonel Tom Parker, detailing his strategic partnership with Elvis Presley and revealing insights into their collaborative efforts in the entertainment industry.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Greg McDonald, who worked under Colonel Tom Parker for several years.
- Q: What unique perspectives does the book offer about Colonel Parker? A: The book presents a contrarian viewpoint, challenging the common narrative that Colonel Parker exploited Elvis. It highlights Parker's innovative strategies in managing Elvis's career.
- Q: What types of stories can readers expect from this biography? A: Readers can expect never-before-heard stories about Elvis and Parker's collaboration, including merchandising techniques, branding strategies, and the establishment of Elvis as an artist-in-residence in Las Vegas.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'Elvis and the Colonel' is published as a first edition.
- Q: When was 'Elvis and the Colonel' published? A: The book was published on November 28, 2023.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'Elvis and the Colonel' contains a total of 384 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Elvis and the Colonel' is sold as a brand new item.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book is categorized under Arts & Literature.