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The legendary Sam Phillips would have been 88 today. Memphis and especially Elvis events are just not the same without the charismatic Sam Phillips. He is greatly missed by many. Samuel Cornelius Phillips (January 5, 1923 – July 30, 2003), better known as Sam Phillips, was an American record producer who played an important role in the emergence of rock and roll as the major form of popular music in the 1950s. He was a producer, label owner, and talent scout throughout the '40s and '50s. He is most notably attributed with the discoveries of Howlin' Wolf, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, and is associated with several other noteworthy rhythm and blues and rock and roll stars of the period.

One year ago, we lost the legendary WIllie Mitchell (March 1, 1928 – January 5, 2010) was an American soul, R&B, rock and roll, pop and funk record producer and arranger, who ran Royal Recording in Memphis, Tennessee. He was best known for his Hi Records label of the 1970s, which released albums by a large stable of popular Memphis soul artists, including Mitchell himself, Al Green, Syl Johnson and Ann Peebles. Willie knew Elvis. In Fact, Elvis hired him to perform at some of his new year's eve parties.Two summers ago, I had the unique opportunity to have a private tour of Royal Studio with Willie's sons, Archie and Boo. Willie was in the hospital and I never had the chance to meet him. But here are some of the photos from my visit. A special Thank You to the Mitchell family for their hospitality. We lost a Memphis legend!

Please keep our dear sweet Gordon Stoker in your thoughts and prayers. He is home recovering from double pnuemonia again. Gordon is doing well but unable to attend the Elvis Birthday Celebration. Let's pray for Gordon to get his strenghth back very quickly and that 2011 is his best year yet!

The GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles will be commemorating Elvis Presley's birthday with a special event titled "Celebrating Elvis - The Making of a Comeback: A Discussion with Steve Binder." The event is on Friday, January 7 from 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Steve Binder directed and produced the 1968 NBC television event "Elvis," which is now commonly referred to as the '68 Comeback Special. It was one of the biggest TV hits of the year, receiving 40% of the viewing audience, and rave reviews from the public and critics alike. In celebration of what would have been Elvis' 76th birthday, Binder will share his memories about the making of the special, show clips from the program, and discuss what it was like to work with the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Binder will also answer questions from the audience, and sign copies of his book Elvis: '68 at 40 - Retrospective. This event is FREE and open to the public. Attendees must e-mail programs@grammymuseum.org ...

Coming to Memphis in the next few days? Be sure to kick off your Elvis Birthday Celebration in traditional Elvis fan style, join Ms. Sharon Parker and her many, many friends at Marlowe's for lots of fun and memories. Meet fellow fans and new friends as well as support a great charity, the Humane Society. Ms. Sharon Parker is the sweetest, kindness lady and therefore she has ALOT of well known Elvis friends so you never know who you will meet there. This event gets packed quick, so get there early otherwise it goes to Standing Room Only! THURSDAY, JANUARY 6 Meet Up at Marlowe's 12:00 p.m. Join other Elvis fans for a meet and greet at Marlowe's Restaurant, 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd. There will be door prizes and an Elvis auction to benefit the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County. There is no cover charge but attendees will need to pay for their own food and drink. If you have any questions or would like to attend, contact Sharon Parker at elvismeetupatmarlowes@hotma...

FAST FACTS: Assault happened early Sunday Two victims were stabbed One is in critical condition (MEMPHIS) -- Memphis Police are investigating an incident at a popular Beale Street Club. Police say officers with the Entertainment District Unit responded to an aggravated assault at Club 152 around 3:45 A.M. Sunday. Police say two men suffered stab wounds. Police say a 32-year-old victim suffered critical injuries, a 24-year-old victim's injuries were non-critical. Police say the incident started with an altercation inside the club. The police department has a 33-year-old suspect in custody, and we're told charges are pending. Also in news, For the second time in three days, a Memphis-area bank was robbed. On Tuesday, police said Shaun Cheveallier robbed Trust One Bank at 7540 North Street in Germantown. Around 11:25 this morning, a lone man entered the Bank of America at 4350 Elvis Presley Blvd . The suspect approached a teller and presented a note, demanding money from...

backinmemphis.com was told last night that Dr. Nick has taken a fall. We hear he is doing okay but please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.