This is Green E - the Environmental Elvis. Green E takes Elvis Presley music of the 60's and 70's and combines it with 90's socially active values about the environment.
Songs like "Are you lonesome Tonight?" becomes "Are you recycling Tonight?" and "Viva Las Vegas" becomes "Viva Falafel."Saving the planet one song at a time is Green E - The Environmental Elvis's message.
"You can love me tender, but only if you recycle, " Green E states from under a shade tree near a babbling brook (actually, in front of the computer!). So many environmental tragedies in today's world - the depleting ozone layer, a boozing sea captain and thousands of overflowing landfills, not to mention the unnecessary extended use of environmentally harmful products - could have been and can be prevented. It doesn't take much to improve the environment we live in. In just two hundred years we've created disasters that will take thousands of years to fix. By neglecting our environment we are creating an unsafe and unhealthy world for our children and grandchildren. The good news is that we can prevent many of the disasters that befall our beautiful lands. With a polyester jumpsuit, a "think globally, act locally" attitude, and a little TCP (Take Care of the Planet). Green E and his loyal fans can change the world. After witnessing the songs of Green Elvis, you'll never throw out another cola can again! Are you a teacher looking to give your students something different? Call Green E! The Environmental Elvis's message about the environment is a perfect learning tool besides being an entertaining experience. Are you an Elvis fan looking for something different than the other impersonators out there? Call Green E! The Environmental Elvis's combination of Elvis songs and the environment is a fresh and exciting approach to music. Are you a bar/cafe owner looking for an entertainer to liven up your crowd? Call Green E! The Environmental Elvis's show lasts about 45 minutes and is a great alternative to the usual entertainers out there. Green E is perfect for any occasion. Saving the planet through entertaining and educating is his mission.Green E is committed to performing wherever and whenever possible. Green E's goal is to sing an Environmental Elvis song to everyone in America.
He is able to travel for appearances at conventions, festivals, universities, coffee shops, schools, weddings, nightclubs, non-profit organization gatherings and environmental groups.
Check out Green E reviews and appearences:
"wild and witty!" Chuck Helwig, Chicago Reader Theater Reviewer
"combining Elvis and the environment - that alone is genius!" Jonathan Brandmeier, Evergreen Media
"great show, great experience!" some guy at the show
"he's good, real good!" Elvis (through a saence)
"the kids and teachers loved Green E! Now we have little singin' Elvi running around!" Jack Pentar, Principle Chicago Public School
TELEVISION RADIO SCHOOLS
WGN - Morning Show with Bill Weir
WTTW - PBS Wild Chicago
VH-1
WHBQ - FOX 13 Memphis
BAY TV - San Francisco
WCVB - ABC Television
NASHVILLE NETWORK - National "You can be a star"
CAN TV - Chicago "Songsation"
WTVO - ABC TV Rockford, IL.
WLUP - Jonathan Brandmeier Morning Show (synd.) Chicago, IL (five appearences!!!!)
WRFX - Johnboy and Billy Morning Show Charlotte, NC
WNGC - Barbara Dolley Show Athens, Georgia
NPR - Athens Georgia
THEATER
Cafe Voltaire, Chicago, IL
Six month run!
University of Georgia
Chicago Public Schools, All grade levels: Chicago, IL
OTHER SIGHTINGS
Prudential Plaza - Chicago
Jack Morton Productions
Numberous coffeehouses (Green E's favorite)
Parkway Theater - Oakland, CA
Corporate Events
Ed Debevics - Chicago
Morton Theater
Pangaea Gallery
Sam's Town Casino
Greenpeace
Citizens for a Better Environment
To have Green E play for you or for any event, you can reach him by (greenelvis2001@yahoo.com), snail mail, or by phone: 312 933-7953. Ask for Dave Pyle.
The Environmental Elvis is Dave Pyle, who lives at:
626 West 18th ST
Chicago, IL. 60616Green E has over twenty songs in his repetoire. Elvis songs such as "Don't be Cruel" and Viva Las Vegas" have become "Don't waste fuel" and Viva Falafel," respectively, when the Environmental Elvis tunes up.
Green E also has a CD, "50,000,000 Recycling Bins Can't Be Wrong," which you can purhcase for $8.95 (U.S shipping and handling included).
This CD includes ten tracks and will make an excellent gift for those who are conscious about, and involved in, the environment.
Each song was written to invoke awareness about our environment and the problems it constantly incurs by our neglect.
The songs are also a great way to get youngsters interested in "momma nature" and how we can protect and help our lands.
Since breaking onto the entertainment scene, the Environmental Elvis has played over a hundred clubs, cafes, schools, events and has sold hundreds of CDs.
You, too, can own an Environmental Elvis CD! By one for yourself, your family, friends, or anyone who is interested in Elvis or the environment.