In 1969, Dionne Warwick’s career received a boost courtesy of Elvis Presley. Warwick had begun to see success on the charts in the 1960s and Elvis, though on a career decline, was one of the biggest names of the era. He used this fame to help Warwick. She shared how one simple act by him resulted in her selling more albums than she thought possible.
Dionne Warwick said Elvis helped her sell her album
Warwick began her music career in the 1950s and began to see mainstream success by the early 1960s. By the middle of the decade, she was a veritable star with success amongst critics and on the charts. Still, Elvis was able to boost her album sales.
He offered to put a signed photo of himself in the albums Warwick sold in Las Vegas. He had recently signed on for residencies in the city.
Dionne Warwick | Tony Russell/Redferns
“He said,...
Dionne Warwick said Elvis helped her sell her album
Warwick began her music career in the 1950s and began to see mainstream success by the early 1960s. By the middle of the decade, she was a veritable star with success amongst critics and on the charts. Still, Elvis was able to boost her album sales.
He offered to put a signed photo of himself in the albums Warwick sold in Las Vegas. He had recently signed on for residencies in the city.
Dionne Warwick | Tony Russell/Redferns
“He said,...
- 1/22/2024
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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