Kamis, 12 Juni 2014

It Takes Guts To Become An Elvis Impersonator

By Sally Delacruz


Elvis Presley was once a rock idol of the 70s. He died in 1977, but his music is still alive until now. Although he was gone forever, but the memories and his legacy remain in every heart of his fans. Since he has a cool personality and style, he was obviously once a great rock icon in the world. Nowadays, he was still popular with another personality. His legacy is continually expanding with every Elvis impersonator in the world.

Usually, impersonating a great icon is just a hobby for some. However, today, it is already a job and anyone is considering this as their weird career. Anyone is welcome to impersonate him. It may be an Asian, Black, White, tall, short, young, old, skinny or fat. For them, it is fun to be like him.

Maybe you are wondering about how many impersonators are there in the world. This is a job that has already extended around the world. Since Elvis is popular over the world, he already had an appearance in most festivals, bars, street gigs and even in games. Indeed, he is a living legend for those who loves him.

Elvis possessed a classic look, with an aviator glasses, bushy sideburns, glittering jumpsuits, huge collars and his jet black hair. He was certainly a rock star. If you are planning to become an impersonator, you do not have to quit to your day job. You can start downloading his songs through your iPod or spending your time in watching his performances that are available in DVD.

You practice his style in music, the way he moves and the stage presence. Buy an appropriate clothes like him and wear it in your show. You can start your impersonation job in most bars, events, fairs, festivals, parties, karaoke places and concert halls. You can also try to perform in a street performance and check if everyone is enjoying your show. You can join any regional festivals and other competition to see what you have got.

You can make your own portfolio that contains your photos and recorded voices. You may also respond to a casting calls online or through newspapers. Work for your improvements and development. Once you have already proven yourself, you can certainly be the next rock icon in town. You visit any casinos in Las Vegas, since it is the place where an Elvis one truly shine like a diamond.

If you are competing, you are evaluated through your stage presence and the way you sing. Once you won in every contest, you will also receive a cash prize that is a helpful thing to you. There are already numerous impersonators, and it is quite difficult to set a target for your minimum wage. This is the reason, why most of them only consider this as a hobby or a form of entertainment.

Playing like a rock icon is quite fun, entertaining and can also be your full time job. Since, his music is recognized around the world, his iconic status is copied. If you want to be one of the thousands impersonators in the globe, well good luck to you and just have fun.

If you see that you earned enough from this career compared to your current job, you quit from your work and practice more to become Elvis. Maybe this is your destiny and where you will be successful. You just have to work for it and at the end, you are not just earning, but also become famous.




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