Quebecer competing in Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis

Get ready to get “All Shook Up” – from the replica jumpsuits to the outstanding performances and humanitarian work, meet Quebecer Sylvain Leduc, who is competing in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, Tennessee.

“It’s not just about going up there and Shake, Rattle and Roll,” said Leduc, multi-award winning Elvis Presley tribute artist. “You want everybody to feel that they’re present at an Elvis concert.”

And Luduc does just that, touring full time, paying tribute to the King of Rock & Roll professionally since 2015.

Growing up, he emulating his idol. Today, he pays special tribute to Elvis’ final concert tour in 1977.
Leduc’s “Unchained Melody” tour is powerful, portraying Elvis in his final days.

“We want to keep his legacy going,” he said.

Multi-award winning Elvis Presley tribute artist, Sylvain Leduc, is set to represent Canada in Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. (Credit: Pamela Pagano/CityNews)

Invited to compete at Graceland for the 3^rd time, getting his ticket this year by winning a qualifying competition in British Columbia.

“All the guys are really top, top notch tribute artists, too,” explained Leduc. “So you just go there and you have to feel it.”

“He is probably one of the most authentic looking Elvis’s I personally have ever met,” said Sharon Murray, Manager of Multi-Award winning Elvis Tribute artist, Sylvain Leduc.

One of the manly replica jumpsuits Leduc had created for his Elvis tribute performances. (Credit: Pamela Pagano/CityNews)

The tributes, done with the utmost respect to the King who died in 1977.

And once Leduc steps off the stage – the respect continues, emulating Elvis’ well-known generosity.

“What better way to honor Elvis than to follow in his footsteps and give back,” said Murray. “To bring awareness and to bring funding to those organizations that are doing so much.”

From coaching future Elvis tribute artists, supporting numerous charities like the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Opération Enfant Soleil among others, to performing for seniors  – those who grew up with the King.

“You’re portraying this humble human being, too, not just not just an entertainer,” said Leduc.

Guitars that Elvis tribute artist, Sylvain Leduc, uses to perform on stage. (Credit: Pamela Pagano/CityNews)

One “Can’t Help Falling in Love” with the all around authenticity.

“I know how proud he would be to be able to bring that honor home, to Quebec, to Canada,” said Murray.

The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest takes place in Graceland on Aug. 9 and 10.

The prize: US$20,000, along with a performance contract with Elvis Presley Enterprises.

“A lot of people did not have the chance to see (Elvis) on stage,” explained Leduc. “So if we can portray that, we can make them feel that (…) Well, I think they just keep coming back.”