Sun Studios Memphis Key recording timeline
Key recording timeline
1952
The Sun records label is launched with 'Flat Tire' by Johnny London. The B-side is called 'Drivin' Slow'
1954
Elvis releases 'That's Alright' with 'Blue Moon Of Kentucky' as the B-side. It's a smash hit in the region
1956
Johnny Cash scores his first major hit with 'I Walk The Line' which remains in the US charts for over 43 weeks
1987
Sun opens its doors once more and welcomes U2 who record tracks for their live/studio LP Rattle And Hum
2010
John Mellencamp stands on the spot where Elvis sang into the mic to record his No Better Than This
2015
Singer/songwriter Elle King releases Love Stuff with the track 'Last Damn Night' recorded at Sun