Elvis Presley – Elvis Presley (Vinyl 12" LP)
Released in 1956, Elvis Presley is the historic debut album from the King of Rock and Roll, marking a seismic shift in popular music. As the first rock and roll album to top the Billboard chart, it fused rhythm and blues, country, and pop into a bold new sound. Featuring recordings from both Sun Records and RCA Victor, and produced by Steve Sholes, the album introduced Elvis’s raw charisma and genre-blending energy to the world - forever changing the landscape of 20th-century music.
Key Highlights
- Includes seminal tracks like “Blue Suede Shoes”, “I Got a Woman”, and “Tutti Frutti”
- A defining early rock and roll album combining R&B roots with rockabilly swagger
- Features backing by The Blue Moon Boys (Scotty Moore, Bill Black, D.J. Fontana)
- Historically recognised as the first rock LP to top the Billboard 200
- Often reissued on high-grade vinyl with original cover artwork and mono remaster
Tracklisting
Side A
1. Heartbreak Hotel
2. I Was The One
3. Blue Suede Shoes
4. I'm Counting On You
5. I Got A Woman
6. One-Sided Love Affair
7. I Love You Because
8. Just Because
9. Tutti Frutti
Side B
10. Trying To Get To You
11. I'm Going To Sit Right Down And Cry (Over You)
12. I'll Never Let You Go (Little Darling)
13. Blue Moon
14. Money-Honey
15. Shake, Rattle And Roll
16. My Baby Left Me
17. Lawdy, Miss Clawdy
18. I Want You, I Need You, I Love You
Fun Fact
The album’s iconic cover was later emulated by The Clash for their 1979 release London Calling, as a direct homage to Elvis’s impact.
Why You Should Buy This Vinyl
- A landmark release in the history of rock and popular music
- Essential for fans of classic rock, 1950s Americana, and music history
- Brilliantly preserved on vinyl, capturing the raw energy of early studio takes
- A culturally significant collector’s item with enduring influence
Elvis’s debut is not just a record - it’s a musical revolution on wax. This vinyl edition belongs in any serious collection.