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Coffee Break: Elvis

by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala

August 12, 2025

Elvis Presley in 1975, near the end of his Vegas years.
Elvis Presley in 1975, near the end of his Vegas years.Keystone/Getty Images

It’s Elvis Week! According to Graceland, the special week is held from August 8- 16, and celebrates all things about the influential musician.

We might not be in Tennessee, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get in on the fun. Let’s craft a playlist of hits from The King of Rock and Roll.

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what Elvis songs – or covers – would you like to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Elvis Presley- A Little Less Conversation
Dead Kennedys- Viva Las Vegas
Beck- Can't Help Falling In Love
Wanda Jackson- Heartbreak Hotel
Dwight Yoakam- Little Sister
Fine Young Cannibals- Suspicious Minds
Pet Shop Boys- Always On My Mind
Elvis Presley- Kentucky Rain