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    Sun Studio
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    #3 of 161 things to do in Memphis
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    +1 901-521-0664
    706 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103-3218
    Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
    Fee: Yes
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    Sun Studio - The place where an 18 year old Elvis Presley recorded his... read more

    Sun Studio - The place where an 18 year old Elvis Presley recorded his first song.

    It’s well-known in the music industry as "The Birthplace of Rock 'N' Roll" and the most famous recording studio in the world. Opened by rock pioneer Sam Phillips in 1950, this national Historic Landmark is where superstar musicians like Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison and countless others started their recording careers.

      Today, Sun Studio still serves as a recording studio in the evenings while hosting public tours during the daytime hours.

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    Sun Studio Guided Tour
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    “Make your pilgrimage to this piece of history!”
    Reviewed 5 May 2014

    The tour was very informative. Our guide, Nina was great - fun, knowledgable, and willing to go the extra mile to ensure we had a great experience. As a musician, music fan, and recording enthusiast, this was a pilgrimage that I've dreamed about making for years. After seeing the live room and talking about some of the famous Sun recordings,... More 

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