The Forgotten Elvis TV Movie Before Kurt Russell: The True Story Behind The Singin' Idol

Did you know there was an Elvis-inspired TV movie before the 1979 Kurt Russell classic? In this episode of Hillbilly Cat History, we take a deep dive into The Singin’ Idol, a 1957 television drama that aired on the American ABC network and starred teen heartthrob Tommy Sands.

More than just a fictionalized take on Elvis’s meteoric rise, this forgotten gem reveals an overlooked chapter in Colonel Tom Parker’s career. Long before he managed Elvis, the Colonel helped launch Tommy Sands’ career, securing RCA deals and even this television spotlight.

We’ll explore the show's origin, its uncanny parallels to Elvis's real story, and how it shaped the public image of Colonel Parker himself.

📺 A must-watch for Elvis fans, rockabilly lovers, and vintage TV enthusiasts!

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▶ Hear Tommy Sands perform “Syrup Soppin' Blues”
   • Syrup Soppin' Blues  

▶ Watch Tommy Sands perform “Teenage Crush” from The Singin' Idol:
   • TEEN-AGE CRUSH ~ Tommy Sands  (1957)  

▶ Watch Tommy Sands in “The Singin' Idol”
   • Tommy Sands--The Singin' Idol, 1957 TV  

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We know Elvis was a Christian. We know Elvis sang gospel music. But did you know Elvis always traveled with his favorite Bible in his black box carried by one of the Memphis Mafia? Have you ever wondered how many Bibles the greatest entertainer of all time owned and gifted to others? Check out Hillbilly Cat History's guest appearance on the Those Elvis Girls channel on YouTube to learn more!
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