Paul Priestley was born the same week that Elvis Presley was celebrating his 12th UK number one record with She’s Not You.

He first became aware of the “magic of Elvis” at the tender age of eight when he would listen to the radio and sing along to his Elvis songs, dreaming that one day he would perform on stage as Elvis. His elder sister had bought herself the record The Wonder of You, which Paul played on her record player until the grooves were worn away!

It was many years before his dream came true. While on holiday in Malta in 1997, Paul took the brave step up on to the stage to perform as Elvis. The overwhelming applause he received inspired him to develop his goal further and he went on to perform solo on the northeast circuit. As his success increased, he began the search for a “live” band and initially enlisted the support of his loyal friend and fine keyboard player Andrew Grey and, with another friend, Brian Luke on drums, they made their debut as Paul Priestley and the EP Band in September 2000.

The band continued to grow and although Andrew and Brian still remain to this day, a host of excellent musicians and backing singers have been associated with The EP Band. In 2003 a brass section was introduced to make a complete 10-piece outfit capable of creating the fantastic atmosphere of the King’s original performances.

Paul has now reached the point in his career where he performs at excellent venues and to full houses, fulfilling his life-long dream of perpetuating the memory of the world’s greatest entertainer – Elvis Presley.

You can catch the dream at The Maltings on Saturday 22 December at 7.30pm – but following the great success of the show last year demand is already very high so get your tickets now!