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Host Peter McCully chats with Darren Lee of Langley who has won numerous awards for his tribute performances, including the ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist’ award at the prestigious Elvis Presley Enterprises competition in Memphis.
Lee had a successful run in Las Vegas, performing nine shows a week for 11 years as a star in the American Superstars Show, as well as a show in Maui for four years.
McCully asked Lee about his resemblance to Elvis, and asked if he gets strange looks now and again when out at the grocery store.
“I have a normal job where I drive a truck for a restaurant supply company,” said Lee. “If a restaurant needs a stove or an oven or napkins or dishes or whatever, I deliver it. There are days where I will have a show that night, and so I’ll go to work fully on - hair and makeup and everything - and it’s, ‘Hey it’s Elvis!’ Another day they’ll see me with a hat on my head, not shaving for a week. And then it’s, ‘Oh my God, it’s Elvis!’ It goes with the territory and it’s cool.”
Lee’s tribute to Elvis is a celebration of the music and legacy of one of the greatest entertainers of all time. His attention to detail is impeccable, from his signature jumpsuits to his trademark hip-shaking dance moves.
Lee’s fans rave about his energy and charisma on stage.
Robin Lee, Darren’s brother, is also an Elvis tribute artist.
You will find a listing of Lee’s upcoming B.C. performances here.
He is scheduled to perform as part of the ‘Rock the Park’ Weekend in Parksville, Sunday Aug. 13 at 4pm.
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