April 24th in Elvis History

It's April 24th, and on this day in 1957, Elvis's gospel favorite, "Peace in the Valley," reached number 39 on the record singles chart. Released earlier that month, the four-track EP sold over 400,000 copies, marking a pivotal moment in Elvis's career. The success of this gospel track signaled a shift in public perception, as the audience began to see Elvis not just as a rock 'n' roll star, but as an artist with a deep spiritual side. This was the beginning of Elvis's long-standing affection for gospel music, which he often cited as his favorite form of musical expression.