culture before his premature death at the age of 42. this is being described as europe's biggest-ever elvis retro specktive. >> his music speaks to generations. he gave people the freedom of expression to be who they wanted to be. he was a rebel at the time and he was being himself. >> they spent three months painstakingly picking out 300 items to bring to london. from cars to costumes. >> the jump suits were so iconic. elvis made them what they are. and being able to see the american eagle jump suit from the hawaii special, i hope that resonates with people. it's one of the most recognizable costumes he had. to see in london, it's amazing. >> reporter: there's a reminder of the encounter between the two biggest names in the music business. >> when elvis and the beatles met in the 1965, they met in