January 3rd, 1955 -This Week In Rockabilly History

January 3rd, 1955 - Elvis Presley appears in Boonesville, Virginia. The then 20 year-old singer was still a regional star, but by the end of 1956 he beacme a national sensation, recorded two albums, (which included Heartbrak Hotel and Blue Suede Shoes), appeared on national television 11 times, played over 100 concerts and had signed a seven year contract with Paramount Pictures.