album · May 1, 1976

From Elvis Presley Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee

Elvis Presley

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This 1976 album, recorded at his Graceland home studio, finds Presley in a reflective mood, revisiting gospel roots and delivering a surprisingly cohesive set of songs.

• The album was famously recorded at the Jungle Room in Graceland, using spare equipment from RCA's studios.
• It was Presley's last studio album released during his lifetime.
• Critical reception was mixed, with some praising the intimate sound and others criticizing Presley's vocal performance and song selection.

Elvis Presley was an American singer and actor, widely regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, best known as a rock and roll pioneer. In 1976, Presley was at a late stage of his career, having recently released a string of less critically acclaimed albums and struggling with his health.