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Budapest to Honour Elvis for support after 1956 uprising
Elvis Presley is to become an official citizen of Budapest. The Hungarian capital has announced plans to commemorate the singer with both an honorary citizenship and a landmark in his name. Elvis is being recognised for his support of the unsuccessful 1956 Hungarian revolution. Elvis saluted the uprising in January 1957, during his last appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show.
Sun Book & CD Project Update
Ernst Jorgensen : 'It [The Sun Book and 3 CD Set] is a look at the 18-month period Elvis was with Sun Records, from July '54 througn December of '55. It's a book steered by a day by day calendar with detail beyond what anyone's ever seen before. It's a 12" x 12" coffee table book with 500-plus pages, plus three CDs. One will include the Sun masters, the other the out-takes and then the other CD the live radio rarities.
Golden Inspirations For The King 4 CD Long Box Set
Golden Inspirations For The King is a new 4 CD Long Box Set with 100 tracks and 24 page booklet.
Elvis Presley : Orlando Florida : February 15, 1977
At Cazzie's House CD
Touchdown will release the CD At Cazzie's House, containing the show in Ann Arbor on April 24, 1977. 'Feel the excitement of the audibly enthusiastic audience while you're listening to an excellent sounding and complete audience recording', is what the producers say. The CD will hit the street at the end of March.
Elvis Presley | February 25, 1961 | Elvis Presley Day Proclaimed
Tennessee Governor Buford Ellington and Memphis mayor Henry Loeb both declare 
February 25, 1961 'Elvis Presley Day'. The Governor makes Elvis an honorary Colonel by giving him the title 'Colonel, Aide de Camp on the Governor's Staff'. At a special luncheon at the Hotel Claridge, Elvis is presented by RCA with a diamond-studded watch to honor record sales of more than 75 million. Elvis then gave a press conference, [Sam Phillips asks why Sun Records gets so little recognition for Elvis' success, reminding everyone that 'RCA wouldn't have him if it wasn't for Phillips] and follows with two concerts with the proceeds ($47,823) being distributed among twenty-six charities. View photos and 
listen to the press conference.
February 25, 1961 'Elvis Presley Day'. The Governor makes Elvis an honorary Colonel by giving him the title 'Colonel, Aide de Camp on the Governor's Staff'. At a special luncheon at the Hotel Claridge, Elvis is presented by RCA with a diamond-studded watch to honor record sales of more than 75 million. Elvis then gave a press conference, [Sam Phillips asks why Sun Records gets so little recognition for Elvis' success, reminding everyone that 'RCA wouldn't have him if it wasn't for Phillips] and follows with two concerts with the proceeds ($47,823) being distributed among twenty-six charities. View photos and listen to the press conference.Elvis : June Tour 1973 Book : A Unique visual view of Elvis Performing Live in 1973
Elvis : The June 1973 Tour Hardcover Book is a Unique visual view of Elvis live performing in 1973. The book focuses on Elvis' 17 concerts in June 1973 and is in full colour with 192 pages with over 240 rare photos of Elvis on stage. As the Steve Rino's first book, 'Teenagers Hero' this book will be full of detail, beyond the images, there are facts and reviews. The preface is written by Sandy Pichon who attended all five of Elvis' performances in Atlanta and is the author of two great books like 'Raised on Elvis!' & 'Elvis on Tour 1975'.
Released : Elvis : Live In Las Vegas : August 26, 1969 : Dinner Show FTD CD
FTD have released the Elvis : Live In Las Vegas : August 26, 1969 Dinner Show CD. This CD is in the 5" digi-pack series however it includes a 12- page booklet with liner notes and photos by Ann Moses. The CD is mastered by Vic Anesini from the original stereo multi track tapes. This is Elvis at his best, and in glorious stereo. The midnight show from the same day (Night!) has already been released by FTD as All Shook Up and finds Elvis in great form. (It's the concert where the laughing version of 'Are You Lonesome Tonight' was recorded). Released at the same time is How Great Thou Art, 2-LP 180 Gram 12" Vinyl.
Elvis Presley : July 15, 1955 : Joy Drive-In Theatre : Minden, LA
Lisa Marie Presley takes her little princess for a spin around Hawaii
Lisa Marie Presley enjoyed an afternoon with her daughter yesterday while on a family holiday in Hawaii. The 42-year-old was spotted bike riding around the island with her little charge strapped into a baby seat.
Review : Elvis Is Back! FTD Special Edition Elvis Presley 2 CD Set
Rolling Stone [2011] gives Elvis Is Back! a whopping 4.5 stars and says 'Recorded when Presley, was 25, fresh off a. two-year military stint and musically fit. to burst, Elvis Is Back! might be the King's greatest non-compilation LP: wildly varied material, revelatory singing, impeccable stereo sound'. The best way to buy this classic album is in the form of the Official Elvis Presley Collectors Label double CD Special Edition complete with original album, all the singles recorded at the sessions in March and April 1960 and importantly multiple alternate takes where you can hear very strong alternate versions while at the same time listening to Elvis produce this important album, and the worldwide hit singles, It's Now Or Never, Stuck On You etc.
Rave Review From Rolling Stone For Elvis Is Back
Elvis Presley continues to wow critics! Rolling Stone is raving over the upcoming release Elvis Is Back!: Legacy Edition. The magazine gives the album a whopping 4.5 stars, saying 'it might be the the king's greatest non compilation LP: wildly varied material, revelatory singing, impeccable stereo sound'.
Elvis Presley : Center Arena, Seattle, Washington : April 29, 1973
Last Train to Memphis : The Movie
Screenwriter John Fusco has taken on the job of adapting Peter Guralnick's Last Train to Memphis: The Rise of Elvis Presley, the book that Fox has been trying to pull together for more than a decade. Steve Bing is producing the film for Fox. The book covers the formative years of Presley up to his enlistment in the Army.
Sony Australia have re-released the Viva Elvis album
Sony Australia have re-released the Viva Elvis album with the double CD 'international' version. The second disc on this edition includes the original versions of the songs featured on the first disc.
Elvis Presley : February 20 : 1960
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February 20 : 1960 : Sgt. Elvis Presley of the U.S. Army's 3rd Armored Division gets ready to do an interview at Ray Barracks a few days before returning home and resuming his musical career.
February 20 : 1960 : Sgt. Elvis Presley of the U.S. Army's 3rd Armored Division gets ready to do an interview at Ray Barracks a few days before returning home and resuming his musical career. Funeral Service Lamar Fike
The following is the latest information concerning Lamar Fike's burial.
Book Review : Elvis Files Volume 2 : 1957-1959
Make no mistake this book is an important release, and essential, and to make it more so it is just one part of what will be a six volume set that no one will ever want to part with, the highlight of any bookshelf.
What is the status Elvis' 1977 CBS TV Special 'Elvis in Concert'?
At this time it is the subject of much publicity and legal action. EPE have made a public statement that they have taken legal action to stop an announced bootleg release and have begun action against two Elvis fans in the UK and USA over the matter. This has angered many Elvis fans worldwide who simply want to be able to watch Elvis' final TV Special. And if EPE's own website is to be believed, so do they. EPE: It's not that we don't want the fans to have this footage or that we don't know how much it would mean to them. We do. There just simply is no way to get it only to the real fans (and we've exhausted all kinds of ideas) ... It seems to us that Boxcar seemed to have the perfect solution. So what is the excuse now?
The Tenth of Never 2 CD Set : December 10, 1976
Touchdown Productions will release the CD 'The Tenth of Never' featuring 2 CDs with both the December 10, 1976 Dinner Sow and Midnight show in a very good audience recording quality.
Elvis Presley: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Sports Arena : April 5, 1957
Elvis Presley: Las Vegas : December 10, 1976
Elvis celebrates his twenty seventh birthday in Las Vegas : January 8, 1962
Elvis Presley : August 2, 1976 : Roanoke VA
Elvis Presley And Nancy Sinatra On The Speedway Book from JAT Productions
JAT Productions will release 'Elvis Presley And Nancy Sinatra On The Speedway' on March 1st. All pre-orders for this deluxe hardback limited edition collectors book will receive a very special promo-only Speedway compact disc that comes in a deluxe hard cardboard mini LP Elvis portrait cover. All the excitement of the original film and the Charlotte 600 Race are captured in words and stunning exclusive world premier color and black/white photographs.
G.I. Blues : The Cafe Europa Sessions 4 CD Deluxe Set From MRS
MRS will release G. I. Blues : The Cafe Europa Sessions a 4 CD deluxe set in March. The set will include a 100 page book, about the same size (w,h,d) as the Sony Close Up CD Set. View Tracklisting.
Lisa Marie talks about her up-coming album
Lisa Marie talks about her up-coming album ....
Bruce Jackson, Elvis Presley Sound Engineer
Australian Bruce Jackson who was a tour sound engineer for Elvis Presley along with a who's who of stars inc, Johnny Cash and Springsteen was killed in a plane crash in Palm Springs on the weekend. Bruce was the solo occupant and pilot. Bruce worked for Elvis over a six year period from 1971 up until Elvis final concert in 1977. Elvis introduced Bruce many times by name on stage and he can be seen briefly at the control board in the 1977 'CBS Special'. In fact towards the end of Elvis' very last concert in Indianapolis Indiana on June 26, 1977, Elvis thanked, Bruce 'I would like to thank my sound engineer, Bruce Jackson, from Australia'.
Elvis Presley : Las Vegas : December 12, 1975
Inside Follow That Dream : Fans Remember : On The Set With Elvis
In 1961 Elvis made the movie 'Follow That Dream' in Yankeetown, Florida. In the weeks before filming began, the moviemakers had converted the tip of a marshy little island into a slice of paradise for Elvis Presley ... Two 17-year-old high school students, Johnny Jones and his twin brother Tommy, were hired to build the beach. 'Every day, they would pick us up in a white limousine to shovel dirt. Then the limousine would take us home.
Elvis Presley on the Jimmy Dean WMAL-TV Show, March 23, 1956
The Elvis I Knew DVD by Charlie Hodge
How Great Thou Art, 2-LP 180 Gram 12" Limited Edition Vinyl from FTD
FTD will release How Great Thou Art, 2-LP 180 Gram 12" Limited Edition Vinyl. Following on from the great success of FTD's previous vinyl editions, FTD will release of HOW GREAT THOU ART as a limited edition 180 gram 2-LP set. The vinyl edition features all the original masters plus many outtakes. Also included is BEYOND THE REEF that was recorded informally at these sessions. This is the overdubbed version.
Contains original movie soundtrack mastered by Vic Anesini and many Stereo outtakes
180 Grams heavyweight vinyl.
Contains original movie soundtrack mastered by Vic Anesini and many Stereo outtakes
180 Grams heavyweight vinyl.Aerial photo, Lisa Marie’s Country Mansion in England
Boxcar Digipack Releases Cancelled
The same day that the digi pack releases were announced by Boxcar, they have cancelled the releases.
Funny How Time Slips Away CD From Straight Arrow
Straight Arrow is planning a new CD release with a now standard 16-page booklet: 'Funny How Time Slips Away. It will feature and audiance recording of Elvis' May 23rd, 1977 show from Providence, RI.
Photo tribute to Elvis Presley and Lamar Fike
Frank Lieberman, Former Publicist, Dies At 68
Former Siegfried & Roy publicist Frank Lieberman, one of Elvis Presley's closest newspaper pals during the singer's Las Vegas comeback years, died Saturday at Summerlin Hospital.
Lamar Fike has Died at 75
Lamar Fike one of Elvis' very best friends has passed away. Lamar first met Elvis in 1954 and began working for him in 1957. Lamar stayed a close friend of Elvis throughout the years, often providing the humour that helped Elvis and the gang get through the tough days. Lamar Fike also worked for Hill and Range music publishers and brought several major songs to Elvis' sessions including 'Kentucky Rain' and 'Indescribably Blue'. Lamar travelled with Elvis after he went back on tour, working as the lighting director. He was with Elvis until he died. Lamar was well-known for his sense of humour and his outspoken honesty.
Elvis Presley with Lorne Green and Dan Blocker and Bonanza
Everybody knows 'Bonanza', the popular American western television series that ran on NBC from September 12, 1959 to January 16, 1973. Lasting 14 seasons and 431 episodes, it ranks as the second longest running western series (behind Gunsmoke). Elvis was a big fan of Bonanza and had his picture taken with 'Pa' (actor Lorne Green - by Elvis' request) and 'Hoss' (Dan Blocker - by Dan's request). View the photos.
Good To Be Back CD Released : The December 13th, 1975 Midnight Show
Gravel Road have released 'Good To Be Back', a fantastic CD that is every bit as good as the highly acclaimed 'Return of the Prodigy'. The December 13th, 1975 Midnight Show is widely accepted as one of the finest later-period Presley shows available on soundboard. Yes, the punk lounge rock feel of the '69 shows was now gone, but in its place is a warmth and intimacy that were just as captivating in their own way.
Elvis Is Back! - 2 CD Legacy Edition Elvis Is Back! + Something For Everybody
Sony Music will release Elvis Is Back!: Legacy Edition (2-CD) on March 1st. This is an odd but interesting release as it combines both Elvis' classic album, Elvis Is Back with his second, non movie, secular album released after he returned from the army, Something For Everybody. This upgraded CD features the original LP tracks as well as the 12 songs chosen for singles for each respective album, and every track is sublime. Both CDs highlight how the addition of the single releases (It's Now Or Never, A Mess Of Blues, Are You Lonesome Tonight? and His Latest Flame, Little Sister, Good Luck Charm) of the time would have benefited each album if some or all had been added.
View the deluxe package layout and tracklisting.
View the deluxe package layout and tracklisting.Unseen Elvis: Presley's first visit to Detroit in never-published photos
Unseen Elvis: Presley's first visit to Detroit in never-published photos. View the photos : Elvis Presley Detroit, MI. Fox Theater May 25, 1956. Author Michael Rose is putting together a book, 'Spring of '56', on the subject of the memorable spring when Elvis broke out into mainstream success (and teenaged hysteria). We're looking for any of the lucky five people (photo on 3C) who as teenaged members of the Detroit Times' 'Teens of the Times' Club, were pictured with Elvis after winning an essay contest ...
View the photos : Elvis Presley Detroit, MI. Fox Theater May 25, 1956. Author Michael Rose is putting together a book, 'Spring of '56', on the subject of the memorable spring when Elvis broke out into mainstream success (and teenaged hysteria). We're looking for any of the lucky five people (photo on 3C) who as teenaged members of the Detroit Times' 'Teens of the Times' Club, were pictured with Elvis after winning an essay contest ...Elvis Presley : September 1-3, 1956 Recording Sessions
Writing For The King and Live in L.A. will be deleted by FTD
Blue Hawaii and Standing Room Only FTD Vinyl are sold out
FTD advise us that the 12" vinyl releases; Blue Hawaii and Standing Room Only are sold out. Jailhouse Rock is low on stock. The latest FTD 12" vinyl release is How Great Thou Art, again a Limited Edition.
Danish Prince and Princess born on a King's Birthday!
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark gave birth to a boy and a girl, on Elvis' 76th birthday! Crown Prince Frederik joked that since this is the birthday of Elvis Presley, they will start off by calling the son 'Elvis' MANY CONGRATULATIONS to the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess of Denmark!
Elvis Presley Day Proclamation January 8, 2011
As the world celebrated the King of Rock 'n' Roll on his birthday, Memphis and Shelby County officials also proclaimed January 8 to be Elvis Presley Day. During the ceremony on the front lawn outside the Graceland mansion, Memphis Mayor AC Wharton and Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell spoke about Elvis' lasting legacy and impact on pop culture.
Read the 2011 Elvis Presley Day Proclamation! (Adobe PDF Document).
Read the 2011 Elvis Presley Day Proclamation! (Adobe PDF Document).Remembering Elvis this January 8, 2011
'The heart is a funny thing, with a mind all its own ... It withers like a garden ... Left untended and alone ... And the thorns of loneliness invade, to destroy what they can't steal ... So easy to hurt ... but oh so hard to heal'. By Larry Gatlin, one of Elvis' favorite song lyrics! Remembering Elvis this special January 8th, 2010, the 76th birthday anniversary of an extraordinary man! From/by Linda Thompson's Facebook page. Photos.
Photos.Happy Birthday Elvis! --- Elvis Presley's Top Ten Television (vocal) Performances
Today (January 8, 2011), Elvis Presley would have turned 76. In celebration of the anniversary of his birthday, our good friend, Elvis historian and author Joseph Tunzi (JAT Publishing) has compiled a list of what he considers to be the King's top ten television vocal performances. Counting down from ....
Rescued Chilean miner (and avid Elvis fan) goes to Graceland
Edison Pena, the Chilean miner who led Elvis sing-alongs for his colleagues while trapped underground for 69 days visited Graceland on Friday. This is a 'good news' story, however this brings to mind the many lost lives recently in new Zealand, where none of the traped miners survived. As I write this it is January 8, 2010 here in Australia, so today as we remember Elvis Presley on what would have been his 76th birthday, I would like to ask you to remember those who are also unfortunately not with us today.
Message From Myrna's Son
I wanted to give you all a great big THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for all that you did for my mother. Not only when she was ill, but all the support you gave her during the years of touring, as well as, listening and purchasing her music. Many of you followed her closely and she loved you for that.
Elvis: Like Any Other Soldier | Book | 50th Anniversary Re-issue
Elvis Like Any Other Soldier Special 50th Anniversary Edition (re-issue) will be available in February. 'Elvis: Like Any Other Soldier' was first published in 1988. This new book contains over 1,500 fascinating photos, about 1,300 of which picture Elvis. Many, many of these are previously unpublished! It is quite likely this book contains more never-before-seen Elvis photos from 1957-1960 than any previous publication. Oh, and it is massive; 2kg - over 500 pages - 29cm x 22cm - Hardcover, printed on glossy paper, color and black & white photos.
Welcome To The Jungle - Way Down CD
Venus Productions will release the fourth volume in the Welcome to The Jungle series - titled Way Down. Welcome To The Jungle : Way Down offers you again some spectacular recordings from these sessions, including some never heard before out - takes. Hear for the first time the very short intro of America which was subsequently erased and recorded over with Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain. This volume is again sensational and presented in the best sound quality with a beautiful 16 page booklet.
Preview the whole 'Elvis Presley's Memphis' book as an online Flash 'Flip Book'
Preview the whole 'Elvis Presley's Memphis' book as an online Flash 'Flip Book'. This amazing technology lets you view the book page by page in the same fashion as if you had it in your hands.
Elvis Presley and Colonel Tom Parker : New Years Eve, December 31, 1975
Elvis Presley and Colonel Tom Parker : New Years Eve, December 31, 1975. This may very well be the last picture of Elvis and Colonel Parker together, taken on New Year's Eve 1975, 35 years ago, shortly before Elvis went on stage for his first new Years Eve concert since 1955. Elvis would do his third in 1976.Joe Esposito with Elvis at the Memphis airport on March 18, 1974
Elvis Sings In The Movies: Twenty easy listening fun movie songs
Inspired by Troy's article, 'Elvis Sings In The Movies: His 25 Best Movie Songs', here is my latest compilation, it is what I am listening to now : Twenty easy listening fun Elvis movie songs ...
Myrna Smith R.I.P 1941-2010
Myrna Smith sadly passed away yesterday from kidney failure, she was 69 (1941-2010). Myrna was a member of the Sweet Inspirations, who were best known for their work with Elvis Presley & Aretha Franklin. Myrna is the second of the Sweet Inspirations to pass away this year. Sylvia Shemwell died on February 13.
Elvis' 1967 Christmas special
In honor of the holiday season, today I'm going to talk about Elvis' 1967 Christmas special. Wait, wait, wait. Don't fire off a correction message to me just yet. Yes, I said 1967 Christmas special. That was not a typo.
Good To Be Back CD : The December 13th, 1975 Midnight Show
Gravel Road will release the CD, 'Good To Be Back', a fantastic CD that is every bit as good as their highly acclaimed 'Return of the Prodigy'. The December 13th, 1975 Midnight Show is widely accepted as one of the finest later-period Presley shows available on soundboard. Yes, the punk lounge rock feel of the '69 shows was now gone, but in its place were a warmth and an intimacy that were just as captivating in their own way.
Priscilla pays tribute to prankster Leslie Nielsen
Priscilla Presley has paid tribute to her late NAKED GUN co-star Leslie Nielsen in a heartfelt magazine essay. The funnyman died of complications from pneumonia, aged 84, last month (Nov10) and Presley decided to put her thoughts about him into words for a new Entertainment Weekly magazine article.
Elvis Sings In The Movies: His 25 Best Movie Songs
What if Elvis had been able to follow his heart and not sing in the movies? What we do know, however, is that 241 of Elvis' recordings were made specifically for movie projects. While losing songs like 'Queenie Wahine's Papaya' from his career catalog would surely not have been detrimental, a fair number of more impressive songs would also be gone. With that in mind, here is my top 25 list of Elvis' greatest movie songs.
Bruce Springsteen Talks and Sings about Elvis
In a recent interview with Bruce Springsteen by Dave Marsh about Bruce's new 'Darkness on the Edge of Town' release, Bruce was asked by a fan how Elvis' death affected the songs on the album:
FTD have Released : Chicago Stadium, Jailhouse Rock Vol 2 & Viva Las Vegas a 2LP 12" Vinyl Set
FTD have released the three titles; Chicago Stadium a 2 CD soundboard consisting of above average sound quality and features Elvis in absolutely great form. It's packaged on a 5" gatefold digi pack with an 8-page booklet with many photos from the shows on October 14/15, 1976, Jailhouse Rock Volume 2 a 2 CD set in the Classic Album Movie Soundtrack series (or EP in this case!) that complements its previous volume. It features all the missing outtakes for 6 great songs. The 7" inch digi-pack format features a 12-page booklet with great photographs and RARE memorabilia and Viva Las Vegas a 2LP Limited Edition 12" double Vinyl, supplied in a high quality gatefold sleeve, the album features the original masters and many outtakes.
The Elvis Files Vol. 2 1957-1959 Hardcover Book : Released
The Elvis Files Vol. 2 1957-1959 book has been released, author Erik Lorentzen advised us this morning that the books are ready to be distributed to the fan clubs. There was an unexpected delay as the printer had problems with the binding with this volume being such so big. This volume has 528 pages and 1300 photos. Every Section is crammed with beautiful, superb quality, 'N E W' Elvis image moments. All Elvis Events in this Time Frame Period 1957-1959 are shown.
Preview pages from Volume 2 and Buy the book.
Preview pages from Volume 2 and Buy the book. Interview with Ginger Alden and Linda Thompson
Softly, As I Leave You (Singer Sherrill Nielsen, 1942-2010)
Sherrill (Shaun) Nielsen has passed away. He died at about 11:00 A.M. Friday after he was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. Sherrill was born on September 10th, 1942.
Lizabeth Scott in Loving You : Elvis' Second Leading Lady
When Lizabeth Scott went to Los Angeles in 1944, she dropped the 'E' from her first name. There were lots of Elizabeths in Hollywood, but no Lizabeth. Changing her name to something unique fit right in with the film industry's appetite for new and unique talent. (She legally changed her name to Lizabeth Scott in 1949.)
Christmas with Elvis Presley Promotional CD
On December 18, 2010 the It's Elvis Time Fan Club will release, Christmas with Elvis Presley, a special promotional extended play CD for the Christmas party in Den Haag, Holland. It's a 5 track CD with updated crystal clear sound, beautiful designed lay-out in 50th style in a glossy card board sleeve. $9.95 !!!
Elvis : The Gospel Collection is a great collection with a couple of surprises
Elvis : The Gospel Collection is a great collection of gospel songs. The CD has 16 selections, both studio and live versions of How Great Thou Art and a couple of surprises. The first is the live medley of three gospel songs, not available elsewhere in this sequence, Help Me; Why Me Lord; How Great Thou Art and O Little Town of Bethlehem is from the Elvis Christmas Duets CD with Karen Fairchild & Kimberly Schlapman (uncredited). The sound quality is incredible. Sony outdid themselves with this CD release. An exceptional CD.
In The Heart Of Georgia CD
Audionics will release the CD, In The Heart Of Georgia, recorded live from the mixing desk in Macon Coliseum, Macon, GA, Thursday, April 24, 1975. Twelve years after the first release of this show on CD, Audionics delivers a more complete version of Elvis Presley's 1975 tour opener, as taken from the mixing desk. Originally released as part of the 'From Vegas To Macon' set, this recording was faded out during 'I'll Remember You' and there were a few tracks missing. However, these tracks were recorded by the sound engineer and these unreleased tracks are included here for the first time! The setlist is very interesting because it features a lot of recent material, with virtually no 'oldies'. There's 'It's Midnight' and 'Promised Land' from the December '73 STAX sessions, 'Fairytale' and 'T.R.O.U.B.L.E.' from the recent TODAY sessions, as well as a welcome return of 'You Don't Have To Say You Love Me'. Elvis sounds a bit tired here and there, but he's also full of fun. 'My name is Johnny Cash ... it's a pleasure to be back here in Atlanta, uh, Macon' he jokes.
A Private Audience With The King CD from Straight Arrow
Straight Arrow is planning a new 2CD release with a gorgeous 16-page booklet: 'A Private Audience With The King' (SA 2010-16-02) and it will feature one of the best shows from his final Las Vegas engagement, namely the December 8th, 1976 9PM show, taken from the original good audience recording source.
Blue Christmas & Elvis : The Gospel Collection CDs Released
Sony Music have released the CD, 'Blue Christmas'. The CD features 16 tracks with three being clearly different with new orchestra string arrangements. And sounding very nice. Winter Wonderland, The First Noel and If I Get Home On Christmas Day. As each has the year 2008 after the title it maybe these are taken from unused overdubbed tracks from the Christmas Duets release in 2008. However there is a credit 'Thanks to Roger Semon and FTD' so they may have provided some alternate takes. But they do sound more like overdubs, but from 1971 or 2008? Released at the same time is the Elvis : The Gospel Collection CD.
Viva Elvis - The Album 180 gram 12" audiophile vinyl
Joining the 'Viva Elvis' CD is the Viva Elvis - The Album 180 gram 12" audiophile vinyl. Made in Europe this release features the standard 12 song track list. 'Viva Elvis' re-imagines the King's own vocal performances in a broad variety of new musical settings. This new sound echoes Elvis' own versatility and ability to master all music genres, from Delta blues to rockabilly, from raw soul to gospel, from Southern folk to Vegas pop ...
Viva Elvis debuts at No. 48 on US Billboard Top 200 Album Chart
Viva Elvis has debuted at No. 48 on the US Billboard Top 200 album chart.
Viva Elvis No. 45 / Elvis The King No. 84 on ARIA Album Chart
Viva Elvis has dropped from its debut high of No. 45 to No. 75 in its second week on the Australian ARIA Album chart while Elvis The King has continued its run of re-charting in the lower reaches of the top 100 since its release in 2007 (High of No. 4) and it is No. 84 this week (It re-charted last week at No. 70).
Elvis Presley : Hudson Theater in New York City for the Steve Allen Show : July 1, 1956
New Photos added : Elvis Presley : Hudson Theater in New York City - Steve Allen Show - : July 1, 1956. And many more : Somewhere in the area of White Station (on Poplar) the train stops and Elvis gets off alone so he can walk to the Presley family home on Audubon Drive and many more.
Viva Elvis debuts at No. 45 on ARIA Album Chart
Viva Elvis has debuted at No. 45 on the Australian ARIA Album chart. In Holland the Dutch version of the album entered the album Top 100 at number 13. (We have the Dutch edition available for a limited time.]
Pre order upcoming FTD releases
Before the end of the year, fans can expect some high quality releases that you can pre order now in our shop via the links below. The most important titles are; the follow up in 'The Elvis Files' series and three FTD titles Chicago Stadium (2CD 5") - Jailhouse Rock Vol 2 (2CD 7") and Viva Las Vegas (2LP Vinyl).
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Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley DVD
Never before have we seen an Elvis Presley concert from the 1950's with sound. Until Now! The DVD Contains recently discovered unreleased film of Elvis performing 6 songs, including Heartbreak Hotel and Don't Be Cruel, live in Tupelo Mississippi 1956. Included we see a live performance of the elusive Long Tall Sally seen here for the first time ever. + Plus Bonus DVD Audio.
This is an excellent release no fan should be without it.
The 'parade' footage is good to see as it puts you in the right context with color and b&w footage. The interviews of Elvis' Parents are well worth hearing too. The afternoon show footage is wonderful and electrifying : Here is Elvis in his prime rocking and rolling in front of 11.000 people. Highly recommended.
Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley DVD Video with Sound.
