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(17,111 posts)THEY cite Elvis as a major influence. Among them are The Beatles. So I'll take their word for an evaluation. His Vegas work is unfortunately all many remember, but in his earlier years he was the best!
As for the evaluation of country singers all being 4th rate,I'll put Patsy Cline up against anybody, anytime singing anything. In addition you don't know jack!
Dolly is a master and has her style. Just because you don't like it doesn't mean she is 4th rate. In addition, she is in the Songwriters' Hall Of Fame. That is the HOF for all types not just country. She could retire on her royalties and I would like to own her catalogue.
Fun facts:
The only other singer that worried Elvis was Roy Orbison. He had a remarkable voice, but not the looks.
Cissy Houston sang backup for Elvis.