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A Rock Royalty Jam Led by Carl Perkins | Blue Suede Shoes Live 1985
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Experience a legendary moment in rock history as Carl Perkins leads an all-star band through his definitive hit Blue Suede Shoes. This 1985 performance brings together icons of the genre for an electrifying rockabilly session that captures the raw energy of the original sound. Watch as the King of Rockabilly shares the stage with members of The Beatles and other guitar greats in this rare archival footage.
🎸 Carl Perkins, George Harrison, Eric Clapton, Dave Edmunds
🥁 Ringo Starr, Slim Jim Phantom
🎹 Johnnie Johnson, Geraint Watkins
🎻 Lee Rocker
🎤 Rosanne Cash
📅 October 21, 1985
The original 1955 recording of Blue Suede Shoes was the first million-seller for Sun Records and reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. It earned a Gold certification and was later inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for its lasting historical significance. This specific 1985 television special remains one of the most celebrated gatherings of rock royalty ever captured on film.
Did You Know?
• Carl Perkins wrote the lyrics for Blue Suede Shoes on a paper potato chip bag after seeing a dancer warn his partner not to step on his suede shoes.
• This 1985 concert marked the first time George Harrison and Ringo Starr performed together on stage since the Concert for Bangladesh in 1971.
• Elvis Presley's famous cover of the song was released only after Perkins' version had already become a massive hit, out of respect for their friendship.
Relive the greatest moments in rock history with Wolfgang's Classic Rock — your exclusive Music Vault destination for legendary performances, full concerts, rare footage, and timeless anthems from the pioneers of classic rock.
From electrifying festival sets to deep-cut live recordings, explore the energy, rebellion, and unforgettable sound that defined generations. Whether it's guitar legends, iconic bands, or historic concerts, find it all here — preserved for true rock fans.
#CarlPerkins #Rockabilly #GeorgeHarrison #EricClapton #ClassicRock
A Rock Royalty Jam Led by Carl Perkins | Blue Suede Shoes Live 1985
🔔 Subscribe to Wolfgang's Classic Rock channel: bit.ly/3TQrjhx
Experience a legendary moment in rock history as Carl Perkins leads an all-star band through his definitive hit Blue Suede Shoes. This 1985 performance brings together icons of the genre for an electrifying rockabilly session that captures the raw energy of the original sound. Watch as the King of Rockabilly shares the stage with members of The Beatles and other guitar greats in this rare archival footage.
🎸 Carl Perkins, George Harrison, Eric Clapton, Dave Edmunds
🥁 Ringo Starr, Slim Jim Phantom
🎹 Johnnie Johnson, Geraint Watkins
🎻 Lee Rocker
🎤 Rosanne Cash
📅 October 21, 1985
The original 1955 recording of Blue Suede Shoes was the first million-seller for Sun Records and reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. It earned a Gold certification and was later inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for its lasting historical significance. This specific 1985 television special remains one of the most celebrated gatherings of rock royalty ever captured on film.
Did You Know?
• Carl Perkins wrote the lyrics for Blue Suede Shoes on a paper potato chip bag after seeing a dancer warn his partner not to step on his suede shoes.
• This 1985 concert marked the first time George Harrison and Ringo Starr performed together on stage since the Concert for Bangladesh in 1971.
• Elvis Presley's famous cover of the song was released only after Perkins' version had already become a massive hit, out of respect for their friendship.
Relive the greatest moments in rock history with Wolfgang's Classic Rock — your exclusive Music Vault destination for legendary performances, full concerts, rare footage, and timeless anthems from the pioneers of classic rock.
From electrifying festival sets to deep-cut live recordings, explore the energy, rebellion, and unforgettable sound that defined generations. Whether it's guitar legends, iconic bands, or historic concerts, find it all here — preserved for true rock fans.
#CarlPerkins #Rockabilly #GeorgeHarrison #EricClapton #ClassicRock
