The '''Elvis Presley phenomenon''' refers to the social and cultural impact of American musician [[Elvis Presley]] (January 8, 1935- August 16, 1977). Presley has a large and consistent fanbase throughout the world, and has fanbases in almost every state in the [[United States]], and in many countries around the world. His albums and films still sell relatively well, and he has become one of America's most important cultural icons as well as an extremely important influence in the musical world. His fanbase includes older fans who were fans while he was living as well as younger fans who were born after his death which is relatively rare for musical artists. | The '''Elvis Presley phenomenon''' refers to the social and cultural impact of American musician [[Elvis Presley]] (January 8, 1935- August 16, 1977). Presley has a large and consistent fanbase throughout the world, and has fanbases in almost every state in the [[United States]], and in many countries around the world. His albums and films still sell relatively well, and he has become one of America's most important cultural icons as well as an extremely important influence in the musical world. His fanbase includes older fans who were fans while he was living as well as younger fans who were born after his death which is relatively rare for musical artists. |