This Day in History: August 13, 1952
Big Mama Thornton circa 1955-1960 Wikipedia |
The best-known version of "Hound Dog" is a re-recoding of the original hit and did not hit the charts until four years later in 1956 by none other than Elvis Presley. In actuality, "Hound Dog" was recorded by five country singers in 1953 alone, and over 26 times through 1964.
Which is your favorite?
Big Mama Thorton - 1952
Elvis Presley - 1956
Later Elvis Recording
Little Richard's Rendition
And last but not at all least ALF!
While he did not actually record the song, there were many episodes relaying his own encounters with one he considered nothin' but a hound dog!
Do you remember Alf?
Don't forget . . .
Alf is the funniest but i like Big Mama best! :)
ReplyDeleteI'll have to say Big Mama... They all did a great job with it..
ReplyDeleteI had no idea that Big Mama sang the song first!! Interesting tidbit! But i have to admit, I think I still like Elvis best--he was a legend. And Alf...well, of course I remember him and will always have a soft spot for him. He gets my vote!!
ReplyDeleteI like Little Richard the best. Thanks for such cute Awakenings!
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