Patrick Trevellyan, rock music critic for The Examiner offers his take on Elvis' iconic album, From Elvis In Memphis, ahead of its 40th anniversary commemorative release. From Elvis in Memphis was released to wide critical acclaim and has since gone on to be known as one of, if not the best, album of Elvis' career. In 2003, Rolling Stone named it No. 190 on their list of the 500 Greatest Albums of Rock and Roll. This album is a testament to why Elvis Presley was and always will be the King of Rock and Roll.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews June 23, 2009 - 1:04:03 PM Read more

Elvis Presley's greatest gospel songs included on one stunning collection: I Believe - The Gospel Masters 4-CD. The rock 'n' roll King's first musical love was gospel when attending church with his mother Gladys. Sony Music have struck gold with this release which comes well annotated with photos and text, plus eco-friendly packaging. It features all of his multi-platinum albums Peace In The Valley, His Hand In Mine, How Great Thou Art and He Touched Me, plus bonus songs from his movies with every selection remastered from the original master tapes via the newest engineering process called DSD. Whatever this means, if you've ever heard the originals, these are much cleaner, yet haven't had the life processed out of them to the point that the results are sterile and lifeless.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews May 11, 2009 - 7:23:36 AM Read more

The second Elvis album I ever bought was Burning Love And Hits From His Movies, back in the early 1970s on cassette, from the downtown independent record shop where the staff always looked too hip to be selling Elvis records. I could have been repelled, disgusted and baffled. Instead I was hooked by Colonel Parker's frankly mad wheeze. All the other singers and groups I knew had their thing - you always knew what their singles would roughly sound like - but Elvis was a law unto himself. Who else could take you from the childish, cloying, meek How Would You Like To Be? to the pertinent anger of Big Boss Man in just two tracks?
Elvis Articles, Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By Paul Simpson May 1, 2009 - 3:24:06 PM Read more

Some actors hit stardom overnight. Others, like Red West, take a longer route to fame. At 72, West has his first leading role since he began acting 40 years ago, in the critically acclaimed 'Goodbye Solo'.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis News, Video and Audio April 15, 2009 - 12:20:09 PM Read more

Standing Room Only is the album that could and should have been released in 1972. Now 37 years later we finally get a concept release from FTD allowing us to enjoy what could easily have been Elvis' biggest selling album of the 1970s. With these masters - in superb sound quality - we are reminded where Elvis was at musically in the spring of 1972 - with strong commercial potential such as 'Burning Love' and 'Always On My Mind' RCA had enough tracks for the theoretical 'Standing Room Only' album plus for another pre-album single release if needed. And just imagine if 'For The Good Times' was released in 1972 instead of 1996!
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD April 11, 2009 - 3:29:02 PM Read more

During the 1960's Elvis Presley produced a lot of good material, but some not so good as well. From Nashville To Memphis: The Essential 60's Masters, which covers 5 CD's and 130 tracks, gathers most of his superior material and fortunately ignores a great deal of the inferior. His best albums from the period - Pot Luck, Elvis Is Back, and Something For Everybody -- are presented in their entireties. Even better, RCA has done a good job remastering these tracks (from their original sources) as the sound is pristine.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling March 30, 2009 - 9:36:51 AM Read more

While a touch scattershot, there's a great many satisfying gems during this somewhat neglected stretch. Almost In Love, originally released in 1970, gathers ten singles, many of them from his films, and offers a strong cross-section of his many changing moods.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews February 17, 2009 - 10:52:15 AM Read more

Do you have this fantastic book and CD?, the price increases substantially once current stock is sold. Flashback is a fantastic package, one of the very best, and illustrates Elvis' transition from the Hillbilly Cat to the King of Rock and Roll who dominated the charts before being drafted into the army.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews, FTD, Video and Audio, By Daniel Avram January 26, 2009 - 3:17:00 PM Read more

The latest King-ly tome, Adam Victor's 598-page 'The Elvis Encyclopedia' isn't as chronologically obsessive as 'Elvis: Day by Day' (1999). But it is an engaging, often insightful and frequently maddening work.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews January 19, 2009 - 3:04:50 PM Read more

If, like me, you want to collect all of the material from the 1969 Vegas engagement, the first disc is basically a backup copy of tracks you already own, while the second disc is the must-have portion. Still not a bad deal, as the price is the same as buying a single-disc FTD release anyway. If, on the other hand, you are an Elvis fan who has not been exposed to this material very much before, then you are in for a real treat. Between the two discs on this Elvis In Person Special Edition 2 CD set, you will have at least one version of every song released from this engagement thus far. Sit back, crank it up, and enjoy!
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, Video and Audio, By Tygrrius January 8, 2009 - 5:25:29 PM Read more

This concert has been a pleasure to repeat listen too. Thus I must recommend I'll Remember You, not really for any content (as it's the same as Aloha From Hawaii) with 'Until its Time' swapped from 'Burning Love' and it is an extremely short show too, but for the sound quality clear throughout!
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By Geoffrey Mc Donnell January 8, 2009 - 4:32:53 PM Read more

Following are links to the best articles, interviews, reviews and news added to www.elvis.com.au in 2008.
Elvis News, Elvis Articles, Elvis Interviews, Elvis Reviews January 1, 2009 - 4:46:56 PM Read more

Priscilla Presley has approved an album where Elvis digitally duets with some of today's country stars on some of his old Christmas crackers. Is nothing sacred? Call it cashing in on the name or the more positive spin of keeping the King alive for a new generation. In a word: jovial
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews December 18, 2008 - 6:50:48 PM Read more

How do you follow up an album like From Elvis In Memphis and the singles and follow up album that flowed from the 1969 recording sessions at Chip's Moman's Memphis American Sound Studio's? In February 1970 RCA recorded Elvis live in Las Vegas and released the classic live album, On Stage, but it was not until June of that year that Elvis re-entered a studio to cut an album proper. Elvis Country was the result, released in January 1971, it was Elvis' only real concept album and in my opinion does rate as Elvis best album.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By David Troedson November 27, 2008 - 5:25:25 PM Read more

Nevada Nights is an excellent FTD double delight and a chance for fans to obtain these shows in the best sound. The sound features Elvis sort of somewhat up close, up front sort of between Fort Baxter and the DAE (Diamond Anniversary) sound - listenable and warm to the ear ... A great release!.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By Geoffrey Mc Donnell November 25, 2008 - 4:19:53 PM Read more

It seems like every great artist has at least one album in their catalogue that is universally ignored due to the greatness of the album that proceeded it. January and February of 1969 is a month that occupies a special place in rock history, specifically 6 days in January and 5 days in February.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews November 24, 2008 - 1:42:33 PM Read more

I cannot praise 'Elvis live at Del Webb's Sahara Tahoe' more highly. It sits proudly next to 'Elvis - The Concert Years 1969 - 1977', and I recommend it to any fan of Elvis in the 70's who wants to be taken to a time and place which up until now has not been well documented.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews September 18, 2008 - 1:19:46 PM Read more

In June 2006 came the news that Dakota Fanning was currently filming a new movie where she playes a young girl, the victim of abuse, who tries to keep her life together by singing and dancing like Elvis. Possibly since you've already heard about the controversy behind this film, but now, only a few days before its theatrical release in the united States, we have finally received the official poster and trailer for Hounddog.
Elvis News, Elvis Reviews, Video and Audio September 16, 2008 - 9:09:13 AM Read more

As you can tell, most of the songs on Elvis Sings Memphis, Tennessee are top-notch recordings that deserved better than being used as B-Sides and album fillers. If you think of 1963 and 1964 as wasted years in Elvis' recording career due to the movie soundtracks, then this album may come as a revelation to you. Despite the movie tunes, Elvis was also busy cranking out great material in Nashville. If you enjoy Elvis Sings Memphis, Tennessee, be sure to find a copy of From Nashville To Memphis if you don't already own it. That was the first release that debunked my own delusions that most of Elvis' 1960s recordings were worthless.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By Tygrrius September 1, 2008 - 3:23:19 PM Read more

With America, this time Ernst is giving us a representation on soundboard of Elvis' second 1976 tour, the real bonus being that neither of these 2 shows have ever been released before.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By Geoffrey Mc Donnell August 30, 2008 - 3:35:12 PM Read more

They say 'a picture paints a thousand words', here is our 6000 'word' review of the new deluxe set, Inside Love Me Tender, clearly the best of the recent 'Inside' Elvis books series.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews August 23, 2008 - 10:22:10 AM Read more

Though That's The Way It Is eventually became my favorite album, it had to grow on me over the years. Though often overlooked, That's The Way It Is contains some of the best songs and performances of his entire career ... this 2008 re-issue turns out to be a must-have for serious fans ... This is the definitive look at the That's The Way It Is portions of the June 1970 Nashville sessions.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By Tygrrius July 27, 2008 - 3:42:08 PM Read more

The 1960's found Elvis Presley cranking out two or three movies and accompanying soundtrack albums each year. By 1967 it had been almost five years since Elvis had issued a true studio album. How Great Thou Art would be a breath of fresh air for Elvis and his fans.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 27, 2008 - 2:30:24 PM Read more

Elvis Presley performed before a worldwide television audience of over one billion people on January 14, 1973. Elvis looked good, performed, well and sang superbly. Aloha From Hawaii remains one of the essential releases by Elvis Presley and no serious music collection should be without a copy.
Elvis Reviews, By David Bowling July 26, 2008 - 3:49:08 PM Read more

Elvis Country (I'm 10,000 Years Old) is one of the few albums that sticks to just one type of music. This cohesiveness was appreciated by the buying public and it reached number six on the country charts and number 12 on the pop charts. Elvis Country is a superb country outing for Elvis, possibly his best work.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 21, 2008 - 10:56:30 PM Read more

Elvis As Recorded At Madison Square Garden was issued in June of 1972. While this album only reached Number 11 on the Billboard charts, it would go on to sell more than 3 million copies. This album was also a recording of a complete concert rather than a pieced together affair. That fact gives the listener an accurate feel of an actual 1970's Elvis concert.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 21, 2008 - 2:45:51 PM Read more

The album, From Elvis In Memphis,was a mix of country, rhythm & blues and rock 'n' roll songs. The album, released June 17, 1969, would be a huge pop hit and also reach number 2 on the national country charts.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 15, 2008 - 10:53:30 PM Read more

Viva Las Vegas was one of Elvis’ best movies that did not have a complete soundtrack release at the time. That oversight has been corrected in recent years.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By David Bowling July 4, 2008 - 10:02:46 PM Read more

Blue Hawaii is probably the movie most associated with Elvis Presley. It is also his most popular and endearing. Its soundtrack would sell three million copies and spend an astounding 20 weeks atop the American music charts. Blue Hawaii is rightfully placed at the top of the Elvis Presley movie list. Both the soundtrack and film are truly essential Elvis. They both represent the Elvis that we would like to remember. So grab a beverage, put your feet up, close your eyes and smell the salt water as you travel to Blue Hawaii.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 4, 2008 - 8:58:41 PM Read more

Something For Everybody is one of those Elvis Presley albums that just glides under the radar. Yet playing it almost forty years later is a pleasurable listening experience that just slides by the senses.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 4, 2008 - 7:22:27 PM Read more

Elvis Presley was discharged from the army on March 5, 1960 - His first album Elvis Is Back may have been the most important album of his career. There had been several releases while he was in the service, but he had been out of the public eye. His young fans were now a couple of years older. Things change quickly within the music world and fame can be fleeting. Did Elvis still have it? The answer was a resounding yes.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By David Bowling July 4, 2008 - 6:54:20 PM Read more

Elvis Presley released his first full gospel album on November 10, 1960. He had previously released the four song EP, Peace In The Valley, whose tracks also appeared on the Elvis Christmas Album. His Hand In Mine, however, was a full studio effort featuring classic gospel and spiritual songs of the day.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 2, 2008 - 6:29:45 PM Read more

If you want to celebrate some of the best music in history and the roots of rock 'n' roll, this box set Elvis: The King Of Rock 'N' Roll – The Complete 50's Masters is the place to start.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 2, 2008 - 10:59:49 AM Read more

Many people believe that the rock 'n' roll era began May 5, 1956 when the album, Elvis Presley, reached Number One on the National charts for the first of ten weeks. It was a far different sound than the other best selling albums of the day which included Belafonte by Harry Belafonte, The Man With The Golden Arm soundtrack, and Songs For Swingin' Lovers by Frank Sinatra.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Bowling July 2, 2008 - 12:01:01 AM Read more

For all his accomplishments, perhaps Elvis Presley's greatest, and unknown legacy was his enormous generosity, unknown until now. With the use of new interviews, on-location filming, classic footage and photos, Elvis A Generous Heart takes you through the history of a shy, humble country boy always ready to share his love, and treasures, with friends, family and even complete strangers. For the hardcore Elvis fan there is perhaps too much same old. But the new material and unseen footage on offer go a long way, offering a new insight and appreciation of the world's greatest entertainer.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis DVD Reviews June 1, 2008 - 12:06:17 PM Read more

Elvis is quite good here in King Creole, bringing an obviously heartfelt and earnest, restless energy to his role that no doubt was encouraged by Curtiz.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis DVD Reviews May 31, 2008 - 4:17:21 PM Read more

Review of 'From Elvis in Memphis' by Rolling Stone Magazine.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews May 25, 2008 - 3:10:00 PM Read more

This is the review of Elvis' first concert at the International Hotel on July 31, 1969. It was written by Ray Connelly and originally published in the London Evening Standard August 2, 1969. Included with the review is an exciting interview with The King, again by Ray Connelly.
Elvis Articles, Elvis Interviews, Elvis Reviews May 15, 2008 - 9:05:12 AM Read more

Ultimate Gospel; Elvis Presley, Music from the King-to-the-Lord, Enjoyed by an Elvis-fan and Believer. It's just a couple of months ago that I purchased another album of his again. It was Elvis Ultimate Gospel. This was released in 2004. It's said that 'To sing once is to pray twice'. Elvis did that and more with his incredible voice. I believe this selection of Gospel music including revival rock, solemn hymns and traditional church numbers is an example of the gifts God gives to particular people in this world. Elvis had the gift to sing. Thankfully it is shared with us on albums such as Ultimate Gospel.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews May 15, 2008 - 9:04:47 AM Read more

He Touched Me: The Gospel Music of Elvis Presley. Brilliant, sincere, touching could all be used to describe this two part documentary and no more would need to be said but then again the purpose of a review is to give the reader an in-depth description of what is being reviewed. This two part documentary, narrated by Sander Vanocur, is definitely a labor of love and the sincerity of all involved shines through time and time again.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis DVD Reviews May 9, 2008 - 10:35:17 PM Read more

The Rough Guide To Elvis must surely be destined to become the Elvis fans' Almanac. More than worth its price, a delight to read through or browse in. Do yourself a favour -- I like this book a lot! buy it!
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews, By David Neale May 9, 2008 - 6:30:05 AM Read more

'The Jungle Room Sessions', the 4th volume in the Follow That Dream label's releases. And let it be said loud and clear from the start, that it was indeed worth the wait as this is a magnificent album and by far the best Follow That Dream release ... we get the biggest of all surprises: The only surviving, ten seconds long fragment of Elvis trying out 'America' in the studio.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD May 7, 2008 - 3:33:00 PM Read more

In all but a few, minor matters, I find this release extremely satisfying. It is very nice to have all this material gathered in one release and as the sound is excellent, the packing is almost flawless and you get a whole slew of interesting bonus tracks who could ask for more? This is Elvis at an absolute peak, and Elvis- vise or even music-vise it doesn't come any better.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews May 5, 2008 - 3:26:00 PM Read more

Once again I find myself reviewing a MRS release and what another beauty they've created with New York RCA Studio 1: The Complete Sessions for the dedicated Elvis fan! ... If I want to rock n roll loud and proud then I would play the New York sessions CD first every time as it jumps out at you and hits you hard...very punchy and up front ... I would say you need The New York Sessions, please don't deprive yourself.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews April 7, 2008 - 11:34:00 AM Read more

Elvis Presley: Close Up is so impressive: another excellent essay from Colin Escott, great pictures, and 89 unheard takes of super-fine Elvis. The premise of Close Up is that we are hearing unguarded moments and snapshots that can bring us closer to the man.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews March 20, 2008 - 8:46:00 AM Read more

All in all, then, I have to admit to being sorely disappointed with 'The Gospel Side Of Elvis'. It's too short, it offers little new, it is lightweight, it fails to live up to its promise and my expectations.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews, By David Neale March 12, 2008 - 1:57:00 PM Read more

Elvis '57: The Final Fifties Tours is propped full of information and anecdotes, much of which was new to me. It  'Elvis is one of the best Elvis books in many a year and deserves to gain the full support of all Elvis fans.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews, By David Neale March 1, 2008 - 2:50:00 PM Read more

The Elvis By The Presleys DVD set is an entertaining, informative biography that belongs in the collection of anyone who considers themselves to be an Elvis fan. It also serves as an important document of 20th Century pop culture.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis DVD Reviews March 1, 2008 - 3:41:00 AM Read more

In a memorable line from I'll Remember You, Elvis sings 'I'll return to stay' to his beloved. Although its not in the living, breathing way most of us would prefer, Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii skillfully preserves one of the legendary performer's last triumphs forever.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis DVD Reviews March 1, 2008 - 1:57:00 AM Read more

The Very Best of Elvis Presley 2 CD set is an absolute delight. Mastered from a high a resolution 24 bit master, the sound quality is perfect and very easy on the ear.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, By David Troedson February 8, 2008 - 12:04:00 AM Read more

One Night In Vegas contains the August 10 opening concert. This is Elvis at his very best. It is not easy to find suitable words for this concert. It simply is Elvis at his very best! And that says about everything!
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD January 24, 2008 - 10:03:00 AM Read more

Have you heard the news? Not only is there good rockin' tonight, but you'll be able to groove to it even more. At first, I thought I wouldn't need to own a copy of 'Elvis At Sun', as I already had 'Sunrise' and 'The Sun Sessions CD'. But I was truly floored by the difference in sound quality.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews January 23, 2008 - 2:26:00 PM Read more

'Girls! Girls! Girls!' is again wonderfully remastered, it is almost like hearing it for the first time. The original album was a huge success. It didn't reach the one million copies 'Blue Hawaii' was selling (and on its way to 2 million!!), but with 600.000 units, it sold twice as much as 'Elvis Is Back!' and 'Something For Everybody'.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD January 15, 2008 - 3:35:00 AM Read more

When Elvis entered RCA's Studio B on June 25, 1961, the goal was just to record both sides of a strong June-planned single release. The result was Pot Luck. The sound is pristine and a real indication of the high level that this label has achieved, finally becoming not only a completists label, but an audiophile label.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD January 9, 2008 - 3:18:00 PM Read more

Review of Elvis In Concert at the International Hotel in August 1969, originally published by Rolling Stone magazine on February 21, 1970.
Elvis Reviews December 20, 2007 - 12:03:00 AM Read more

The 140 B&W photos in Elvis Presley: The Family Album are beautiful to look at, but the 27 color photos hold your attention just as long. The blue suede-looking cover is nice to touch and padded for thickness. The labels under the photos provide detail, but the greatest part of this book are the framed statements accompanying the photographs. This exquisite book is well suited to reflect the life of such a great man.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews November 30, 2007 - 1:46:00 PM Read more

Elvis Presley: The Family Album and 'Frank Sinatra: The Family Album' (Both Hardcover) take a refreshing approach to an appreciation of the two American musical icons by assembling collections of photographs in faux family photo albums. The images range from the familiar to the rare.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis Book Reviews November 17, 2007 - 12:29:00 AM Read more

The 1981 documentary This Is Elvis -- produced with the guidance of  Jerry Schilling and Joe Esposito -- made its DVD debut recently from Warner Home Video in a two-disc 'Special Edition'.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis DVD Reviews November 16, 2007 - 1:59:00 AM Read more

Elvis: That's the Way It Is captures in an electric concert setting one of the 20th century's most popular singers at arguably his peak musically and physically.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis DVD Reviews October 22, 2007 - 11:35:00 PM Read more

I Sing All Kinds is a marvelous release that makes for rewarding listening. The song selection and order works well ... we in effect get Elvis' greatest songs of 1971 on one album, and what an album it turns out to be! Sometimes living a long life has its rewards. Living to see this superb FTD album is surely one of them. Shorn of the intrusive post production dubs, orchestration and background harmonies of the original releases, and given some inspired sound mixing, the songs on this FTD release are a joy to listen to.
Elvis Reviews, Elvis CD Reviews, FTD, By Mark Cunliffe October 4, 2007 - 1:32:00 PM Read more