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To what degree was Elvis' popularity a result of his action as a catalyst that brought white people into the Gospel/R&B music fold?

Asked by Ltryptophan (12091points) February 28th, 2011

Elvis was one of the first white artist to escape from being a cookie cutter.

He took risks that paid off.

To what extent is the nature of his success the ability to give white audiences a sound that borrowed from music normally associated with black musicians?

Was this even a part of his success?

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