Elvis Ultimate Gospel CD

When Elvis was growing up, his family attended The First Assembly of God church in Tupelo and subsequently in Memphis. Elvis' music was greatly influenced by attending these churches, but religious music came to Elvis in many different shapes and forms. Religious songs were often part of the repertoire for country stars on the Grand Ol' Opry, a syndicated Nashville radio broadcast that the Presley's almost always tuned into on Saturdays. As a teen, Elvis and his friends would sneak into churches in the African American communities to catch the soulful music of a different musical heritage. The welcoming congregations and uplifting sounds opened up Elvis' understanding of the multiple facets of religious music. ULTIMATE GOSPEL provides testament to Elvis' musical excellence and acknowledges the priceless contribution of the talented songwriters, musicians and producers involved. Expanded track listing includes "In My Father's House" and "An Evening Prayer." All of Elvis' greatest inspir