A biography of Elvis Presley, whose work, together with that of Muddy Waters and Mick Jagger, shows a progression in which the Southern-based blues of Waters was incorporated into Elvis Presley's rockabilly style and then provided a basis for the rock and roll of Mick Jagger, lead singer of the Rollings Stones. Presley's controversial performing style also opened the door for Jagger's stage antics, and the sense of rebellion attributed to Elvis was embraced by the Rolling Stones and others who followed in his path.

Profile : Muddy Waters -- Elvis Presley. Early life : from Tupelo to Memphis ; Early career : from the hillbilly cat to soldier boy ; The rebel grows up ; The world's greatest entertainer ; The King lives on -- Profile : Mick Jagger.