Elvis Settled Down In Los Vegas
After a streak of bad songs and poorly performing records, Elvis made a spectacular comeback in the 1968 TV special Elvis. Energized by this success, he was looking forward to a fresh start. An opportunity to have a residency in Las Vegas came at just the right time.
Elvis’s debut at the International Hotel in Las Vegas was an all-around success. He was offered a $1-million-a-year contract to sing during the months of February and August for five years. The hotel was making a huge investment, but it turned out to be well worth it. The King was back.