Was Colonel Tom Parker a genius promoter or the man who destroyed Elvis Presley?

In this EP Fan Archive deep dive, we uncover the full story behind one of the most controversial relationships in music history. From Parker’s shady past and military discharge to the 50% cuts, the Vegas overwork, the 1973 master sale, and the aftermath of Elvis’s death — nothing is left out.

Using court records, biographies by Peter Guralnick and Alanna Nash, and firsthand accounts, we lay out the facts, quotes, and legacy of a man who controlled The King from start to finish.

🔍 Topics Covered:

• Parker’s true identity and illegal immigration

• Why Elvis never toured overseas

• The RCA deal, merchandising empire & back catalog sale

• 636 Vegas shows and Parker’s gambling debts

• The 1968 Comeback and “If I Can Dream”

• Elvis’s tragic death and the legal war over his estate

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