Exploring the Impact of Arthur Crudup's 'That's All Right' on the Blues Genre and Music History

On the evening of July 5, 1954, Elvis Presley had a pivotal recording session with guitarist Winfield 'Scotty' Moore and upright bass player Bill Black at Sun Studio in Memphis. Initially, the session was unproductive, but as the night wore on, Presley spontaneously launched into Arthur Crudup's 1946 blues classic, 'That's All Right.' This moment marked a significant turning point in Presley's career. Moore recalled the atmosphere vividly, stating, "All of a sudden, Elvis just started singing this song, jumping around and acting the fool, and then Bill picked up his bass, and he started acting the fool, too, and I started playing with them." Recognizing the magic of the moment, producer Sam Phillips quickly began recording. This session produced the sound Phillips had been searching for, blending rockabilly with blues influences. Just three days later, the track was played by popular Memphis disc jockey Dewey Phillips on his show 'Red, Hot, and Blue,' generating immense listener interest and setting the stage for Presley's rise to fame. This recording session is often credited as the birth of rock and roll, showcasing the raw energy and charisma that would define Presley's career. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #ElvisPresley #That'sAllRight #ScottyMoore #BillBlack #RockAndRoll