Ten of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world competed Saturday at the Cannon Center in downtown Memphis where the 2013 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist was chosen

Dean Z – 2013 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist – First Place

Dean saw Elvis on TV when he was three years old. After that, he cleared off the coffee table in the living room and started dancing and singing. His mom had a jumpsuit made for him and he performed “Jailhouse Rock” at his sister’s school talent show. At the show, he sang along to Elvis’ record and every time he shook, the crowd would scream. At that moment, he was hooked. At age 17, Dean moved to Las Vegas to reach toward his goal of establishing himself as a well-known act. He is honored to be a part of the Ultimate ETA Contest and admires all the ETAs who have gone on to win the contest. His favorite Elvis song is “Bossa Nova.”

 

Adam  Fitzpatrick – Second Place

Adam started doing his tribute in 2008 after entering and winning a contest at a local festival. He considers himself lucky to be able to do this for a living. He says being able to compete in Memphis in front of so many fans during Elvis Week is surreal. His favorite Elvis song is “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”