New shows added to 'The Wonder Of You' Tour of Australia


By: Elvis Australia
Source: www.elvis.com.au
February 14, 2017

'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra' CD.
'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra' CD.
Due to overwhelming demand, two new shows have been added to 'Elvis, The Wonder Of You' Tour of Australia 2017, as the first shows continue to sell out. Tickets are on sale now for the 3rd Melbourne Show and 2nd Sydney show.

Go to elvislive.com.au for ticket details, including VIP packages..

Hot off the back of the No 1 UK debut for The Wonder Of You album, Elvis Presley has broken the all-time Official Albums Chart record with the 13th Number 1 after almost 40 years of his passing. This all-time new record marks the most No. 1 albums achieved by any solo artist in the UK ever and sees The King continue to make history for his second collection of orchestral re-workings of hits.

Elvis Presley MP3 Audio Listen to 'The Wonder Of You' (03:45)

Australian audiences should prepare themselves to experience what will be a triumphant celebration of Elvis Presley and his music, in a way that many have never before. Music fans will be totally immersed in the world of Elvis and once again, be captivated by the man who changed the course of popular music, in this world-class concert event.

Elvis Presley MP3 Audio Listen to 'Suspicious Minds' (02:36)

This is the closest that many Australian Elvis fans will get to see The King Elvis perform live. Elvis Presley is the highest selling solo artist in history (having sold an astonishing one billion records worldwide) and this concert spectacular, 'The Wonder Of You' will feature the most recognizable voice of all time with a full symphony orchestra live on stage performing the King of Rock and Roll's most well-known hit songs and his tender, heart-wrenching ballads.

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Following the 2015 release of the worldwide #1 Sony Music Legacy Recordings album, If I Can Dream: Elvis Presley with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, comes this thrilling announcement. It will feature Elvis Presley on state of the art screens, specially designed for this arena tour and backed by a full 40 piece symphony orchestra for a national arena tour of Australia in 2017. Chong Lim, one of Australia's foremost musical directors, will lead the orchestra into a stunning live performance. These multiple concert dates will follow hot on the heels of a sold-out arena tour in the United Kingdom in November 2016 and recently announced European arena shows in 2017, which are selling fast.

Priscilla Presley commented, 'What an honor for us to be able to produce a live concert experience that evolved out of what has become a very prestigious and beloved album backed by a full and rich symphony orchestra'. Actress, producer, author, and entrepreneur Priscilla Presley was instrumental in turning Graceland into a world-renowned attraction and Elvis Presley Enterprises into a highly successful entertainment, licensing and merchandising organization.

These Australian shows will be a musical celebration of the legend for whom superlatives weren't enough, and who continues to break records.

'The Wonder Of You', live in concert, is produced by Elvis Presley Enterprises & RCM Touring Productions.

Elvis Presley MP3 Audio Listen to 'I've Got A Thing About You Baby' (02:36)

Elvis Presley MP3 Audio Listen to 'A Big Hunk O' Love' (02:29)

'The Wonder Of You' 2017

The Australian Tour dates now confirmed.

Friday 26 May 2017 - Perth Arena, Perth
Sunday 28 May 2017 - Adelaide Ent Centre, 
Thursday 1 June 2017 - Brisbane Ent Centre
Friday 2 June 2017 - ICC Theatre, Sydney
Saturday 3 June 2017 - ICC Theatre, Sydney (New Show)
Thursday 8 June 2017 - Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne (New Show)
Friday 9 June 2017 - Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne (Sold Out)

Saturday 10 June 2017 - Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne.

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New shows added to 'The Wonder Of You' Tour of Australia.
New shows added to 'The Wonder Of You' Tour of Australia.

'The Wonder of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic'

Sony Music Entertainment is proud to announce the release of 'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra', on October 21, 2016. This remarkable new album is the follow-up to last year's huge global phenomenon 'If I Can Dream: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra', which topped charts worldwide and sold over 1.5 million copies.

The Wonder Of You focuses on the iconic artist's unmistakable voice with lush new orchestral accompaniment. Recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London with acclaimed producers Don Reedman and Nick Patrick, the album features Elvis' most dramatic original performances augmented with lush new arrangements by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The album spans a variety of musical styles that Elvis embraced, from rock and gospel to country and ballads, featuring beloved Presley classics along with several surprises. Standout tracks include a sultry new version of the 'A Big Hunk O' Love', the glorious 'Amazing Grace', the heartfelt emotion on 'Kentucky Rain', a stunning new take on the classic 'Always On My Mind', and the fun, upbeat 'I've Got A Thing About You Baby.'

The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will be released on CD, 150g gatefold 2LP.

Deluxe Version

And a Deluxe version of the album will be released on December 2nd and will include a CD with two additional tracks, two 150 gram LPs in a gatefold package, a poster suitable for framing and a 12-page booklet, all housed in a beautiful 12'x12' lift-off box.

'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra'.
'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra'.

'Elvis always loved the great, operatic vocalists', says Priscilla Presley, executive producer of The Wonder of You. 'We often talked about his interest in recording material that allowed him to perform in that space. It's exciting to hear him on these recordings, performing with the world-class Royal Philharmonic Orchestra via the magic of Abbey Road Studios. He would have loved these performances and I'm very happy that we were able to make this dream come true for Elvis and his fans.'

'As with the first time we stepped into this amazing world – it is the extraordinary intimacy of Elvis' vocal performances that is truly breathtaking', says Nick Patrick. 'The exquisite and effortless way he takes us on an emotional journey with him through delicate sensitivity to power and grace all within a magical 3-minute song. It's a wonderful, wonderful privilege for which we are truly grateful.'

'I believe we have made an album that is uplifting, sensitive, heart touching and fun – the way that Elvis was and still is to so many of us', says Don Reedman. 'His spirit has never left the building!'

The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

A Big Hunk O' Love
I've Got A Thing About You Baby
Suspicious Minds
Don't
I Just Can't Help Believin'
Just Pretend
Love Letters
Amazing Grace
Starting Today
Kentucky Rain
Memories
Let It Be Me
Always On My Mind
The Wonder Of You

Bonus Track:

Just Pretend (duet with Helene Fischer)

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Interviews with or about Elvis Presley Interview with the producers of 'The Wonder of You'
Elvis Presley Video Elvis Presley & Helene Fischer 'Just Pretend' 'Live'

Buy 'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra' CD
Buy 'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra' 2xLP'
Buy 'The Wonder Of You: Elvis Presley With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra' Deluxe Box with 17 track CD and 2xLP

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