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Step inside the world of Jailhouse Rock - the film and soundtrack that captured Elvis Presley at the height of his youthful power. In 1957, Elvis wasn't just a singer; he was a cultural earthquake. With Jailhouse Rock, he proved he could command the silver screen as effortlessly as the stage. This book takes you behind the scenes of one of the most iconic moments in music and film history, exploring every detail: The making of the famous prison dance sequence, often hailed as the first music video. The recording sessions at RCA's Hollywood studio, where Presley worked with Leiber and Stoller to create a rock 'n' roll masterpiece. The controversies, censorship battles, and moral panics that surrounded the movie on release. The global hysteria that followed, from screaming teenagers in American theaters to Presley fever abroad. The legacy of Jailhouse Rock through decades of reissues, tributes, and pop culture references. Packed with cultural context, critical analysis, and vivid storytelling, Jailhouse Rock is more than a study of a movie - it's the story of Elvis at his first peak, when his sneer, swagger, and songs shocked the world and changed entertainment forever. Whether you're a lifelong Presley fan, a lover of classic rock, or a student of film and cultural history, this book shows why Jailhouse Rock remains a time capsule of rebellion - and why it still matters today.

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