Elvis, Hank and Jimmie

Hank Snow introduced Elvis on October 2, 1954, when he appeared on his portion of the Grand Ole Opry. Colonel Tom Parker was Hank Snow’s manager and the two were partners in Hank Snow enterprises and Jamboree Attractions. They agreed to partner in the signing and promotion of Elvis.

Jimmie Snow was instrumental in helping Parker and his dad sign Presley. In this Podcast, Jimmie reveals how Parker manipulated the contracts and kept the management of Elvis Presley to himself.