My name is Lili Rodriguez. I own a market research company called RABID Research. I am also a cultural anthropologist, an author, and an Elvis fan. I am researching and writing a book about Elvis Tribute Artists and the fans who love them.
The goal of my project is to bring an understanding of who ETAs really are to the wider world, including the incredible amount of talent, work and dedication it takes to be an ETA, and the important part ETAs play in keeping the legacy and spirit of Elvis alive. The book will also provide insight into the world of ETA fans and how important the Elvis and the ETA worlds are to them.
The plan is to interview as many ETAs and Elvis/ETA fans as possible from all over the world. I am in the process of conducting both ETA and fan interviews, and have interviewed 40+ ETAs and 50+ fans so far. These interviews provide the insights necessary to craft an engaging and persuasive book.
If you are willing to participate in making this book the best it can be, or just want updates on the progress of the book, please visit my signup page!