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Elvis at 21: The Buddha

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October 13, 2010

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The Buddha

Elvis, in deep concentration, sits on the floor of the recording studio listening to a playback of his latest take of “Don’t Be Cruel.” Everyone was focused on him to await his reaction.

RCA Victor Studio 1, New York City

July 2, 1956


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