Elvis Impersonator Birmingham · West Midlands
Birmingham’s Award-Winning Elvis Impersonator — JD King
2024 European Grand Champion · 2023 UK Grand Champion · BBC One · Hall of Fame
JD King is the UK’s most decorated Elvis tribute artist — and a performer with a uniquely personal connection to Birmingham. In 2024, JD was crowned European Elvis Champion right here in the city, at the European Elvis Championships held at The Eastside Rooms. Available for Birmingham and West Midlands events of every kind.
★ “Critics’ Choice” — Time Out
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★ “Elvis Was Back!” — Kim Wilde
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★ “A Must See” — Fringe Review
2024 European Grand Champion
2023 UK Grand Champion
Hall of Fame Member
BBC One
Channel 5
Sky History
Warner Hotels Resident Act
5‑Star Verified Reviews
Birmingham & JD King
Crowned European Champion — Right Here In Birmingham
In 2024, JD King was judged the finest Elvis tribute artist in Europe at the European Elvis Championships, held at The Eastside Rooms on Woodcock Street, Birmingham — one of the most prestigious and competitive Elvis events in the world. Competing against the very best performers from across the UK and the continent, JD was awarded the European Grand Champion title by a panel of expert judges.
For a city that knows quality live entertainment, JD King is the natural first call. Available for all Birmingham and West Midlands events — corporate awards dinners in the city centre, private parties, theatre productions, hotel entertainment and festivals across the region.
2024
European Grand Champion
European Elvis Championships, Birmingham
2023
UK Grand Champion
Harbor Lights Elvis Championships
2019
Hall of Fame Member
Elvis Tribute Artist Hall of Fame
JD KING LIVE
Don’t Take Our Word For It—See For Yourself
Twenty years of five-star shows distilled into one performance. Watch the official showreel.
For the full archive of live footage, visit JD King’s YouTube channel →
Television & Radio
As Seen On BBC One, Channel 5 & Sky History
JD King is one of the very few Elvis tribute artists to have built a serious national television profile — called upon not just to perform, but as a recognised authority on Elvis Presley’s life and career.
Take Off with Bradley & Holly
BBC ONE · 2021
Performed throughout this primetime BBC One special with the Burning Love Band, closing with a live duet with Bradley Walsh on Viva Las Vegas.
Elvis: The Man That Rocked The World
CHANNEL 5 · 2020
Featured as an expert contributor and performer in this major Channel 5 documentary on the life of Elvis Presley.
Sex: A Bonkers History
SKY HISTORY · 2023
Featured as an Elvis authority and performer in this Sky History cultural history series.
Scarlett Moffatt Wants To Believe
BBC RADIO 1 · 2021
Featured guest in this popular BBC Radio 1 podcast series hosted by Scarlett Moffatt.
Why JD King
The Most Decorated Elvis Tribute Artist Available In Birmingham
With over 55,000 Elvis tribute artists performing worldwide, the gap between a good act and a great one is everything. JD King sits in a category occupied by very few — and he has the championships, the television credits and the five-star reviews to prove it.
What makes JD different isn’t just the voice. It’s the complete picture: authentic American-made costumes, the studied mannerisms, the playful stage presence, and the ability to read a room and make every person in it feel like they’re having the best night of their year. As Fringe Review put it: “He is brilliant — a must see.”
JD is a headline resident act for Warner Hotels nationwide, the exclusive performer on the Elvis By Candlelight cathedral tour with Kinda Dusty Promotions, and the star of The Music of Elvis — a 10-piece live band theatre production with Showplanr. He has performed at The O2, The Ritz London, Wembley Stadium and on the Las Vegas Strip, and is a member of the Elvis Tribute Artist Hall of Fame. His live show spans every era — 1950s Sun Records, the 1968 Comeback Special, and the full grandeur of 1970s Las Vegas — with a repertoire of over 250 songs and a live band of up to 12 musicians.
About JD King →
MULTIMEDIA
A Collection of JD King Photos, Videos & Music
See the videos below for a preview of the different styles and eras of JD King’s Elvis shows — and for exclusive content including behind-the-scenes rehearsal clips, interviews, and more, be sure to visit JD King’s official YouTube Channel.
Show Formats
A World-Class Elvis Show For Every Birmingham Occasion
Three distinct formats, each fully tailored to your specific requirements and venue.
Theatres · Concert Halls · Arts Centres
Elvis The Legend
A story-driven theatrical production taking audiences on a musical journey through Elvis’s life and career — from Sun Studio to Las Vegas, told through his own words.
Full Burning Love Band · Sweet Soul Singers · ~2 hrs with interval
Corporate · Private · Festivals · Hotels
JD King’s Elvis
High-energy greatest hits show engineered to get every audience on their feet. The show that had 1,000 guests at a black-tie awards dinner dancing before the main course was cleared.
4–12 piece band · 250+ songs · Fully tailored setlist
Cathedrals · Heritage Venues
Elvis By Candlelight
An intimate, atmospheric concert presenting the music of Elvis in stunning cathedral and heritage settings. JD is the exclusive UK performer for this acclaimed production.
Intimate band · Candlelit staging · ~90 mins
Reviews
What People Say When They’ve Seen JD King
JD holds dozens of independently verified 5-star reviews. Here’s a selection from clients, celebrities and critics.
★★★★★
“When I saw JD, I knew Elvis was back in the building.”
Kim Wilde
Pop Star
★★★★★
“How do you get 1,000+ people on their feet at a black-tie awards dinner? Bring in the amazingly talented JD.”
Gordon Stalker
Corporate Client
★★★★★
“Critics’ choice — and the one to watch.”
Time Out
Publication
★★★★★
“JD King is a frighteningly talented individual — a natural born star.”
Castlist
Publication
★★★★★
“He is brilliant — a must see.”
Fringe Review
Publication
★★★★★
“The best Elvis we’ve ever seen, aside from the man himself.”
The Brand Inside
Publication
Birmingham & West Midlands Events
Every Kind of Event, Across the Region
Whether you’re planning a corporate dinner in the Jewellery Quarter, a private party in Solihull, a theatre season in Wolverhampton or a festival across the West Midlands — JD King is available and ready to make it unforgettable.
Corporate Events & Awards Dinners
Birmingham NEC, ICC, Grand Hotel and city-centre venues. Polished, professional, contract-backed.
Private Parties & Celebrations
Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, surprise performances. Fully tailored to your guests.
Theatres & Concert Halls
Birmingham Hippodrome, Symphony Hall and mid-size venues across the region. Full production show available.
Festivals & Outdoor Events
West Midlands festivals, racecourses and outdoor stages. Live band up to 12 piece.
Hotels & Entertainment Breaks
JD is a Warner Hotels headline resident act. Available to hotel groups across the Midlands.
Weddings & Receptions
An Elvis impersonator of JD’s calibre transforms a reception into an occasion guests talk about for years.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
JD King’s fee is tailored to each booking based on event type, date, location, travel requirements and show format. Contact us for a free personalised quote — all enquiries are responded to within 24 hours.
Yes — JD King is the independently judged 2023 UK Grand Champion and 2024 European Grand Champion Elvis tribute artist, and a member of the Elvis Tribute Artist Hall of Fame. He holds dozens of verified 5-star reviews and tours the UK and worldwide every year.
JD performs at corporate events, awards dinners, private parties, weddings, theatre productions, music festivals, hotel entertainment breaks and charity galas. His show is fully customisable to suit your specific event and audience.
Yes. JD performs with the Burning Love Band — a full live band ranging from 4 to 12 musicians, with up to 6 backing vocalists (The Sweet Soul Singers) available for larger events. For smaller events, JD also performs with professionally orchestrated backing tracks.
JD covers all three major Elvis eras — the 1950s rock ‘n’ roll years, the 1960s film and comeback period, and the 1970s Las Vegas era. He has a repertoire of over 250 Elvis songs and can tailor the set to any preference.
For popular dates (weekends, bank holidays, December) we recommend booking at least 6 months in advance. JD does occasionally have last-minute availability — contact us to check.
Yes — JD performs nationally across the UK and internationally. Travel and accommodation arrangements are factored into individual quotes.
Simply fill in the enquiry form on this page, call 0800 334 5477, or email info@jdkingelvis.co.uk. JD’s team will respond within 24 hours with availability and a personalised quote.
booking Enquiries
Book JD King for Your Event or Venue
JD King is available to book to perform all eras of Elvis for all occasions. Bespoke performance types are available upon request.
JD King has limited availability for 2026 — particularly for peak dates. If you have an event in mind, the best time to get in touch is now.
All enquiries are handled personally by JD and his team. We respond to every enquiry within 24-48 hours with availability and a personalised quote.
Please indicate the nature of the booking, preferred date and venue in your initial message. Thank you very much!