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Ernst Jorgensen Talks About Elvis 75 Release
So what's the sense in the latest - 'Elvis 75: Good Rockin' Tonight'? Ernst: With the new technology we can transfer the tape with a higher resolution. We can work with it in 24-bit, 32-bit environment, and make sure we get as close to the exact sound as the analog tape. We've taken every one of Elvis' 711 masters and tried to do a better job on them. On some the improvement will be more important than on others.
James Reyne sings The King
James Reyne has recorded an album containing his versions of songs that have been made famous by Elvis Presley. The album is titled TCB and is to be released on April 9, 2010. James Reyne is well known in Australia both as a solo artist and an original member of the the band Australian Crawl. Today I recieved an advance copy of the CD and to my ears the highlights are Burning Love, Girls, Girls, Girls and Return To Sender.
Here Come The Stars CD : December 4, 1976 Dinner Show
The next release from Straight Arrow (SA 2009-14-02), will be the audience recorded Las Vegas December 4th, 1976 Dinner show. Together with Opening night (released as 'Last Vegas Opening Night', SA 2009-12A/B-02) it is the strongest concert of Elvis' last Las Vegas season, containing excellent performances of 'Tryin' To Get To You', 'America', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Hurt' and 'How Great Thou Art'. An absolute highlight is a mesmerizing recitation of 'What Now My Love'.
Suzi Quatro visits Graceland 35 years after Elvis' personal invitation
Suzi Quatro has finally visited Elvis Presley's Graceland, 35 years after not taking Elvis up on his personal invitation in 1974. She was on tour in Memphis at that time and she had her version of All Shook Up on the American charts. Elvis heard this and phoned her up and said 'do you want to come over?'
Review : Elvis On Tour : The Rehearsals FTD CD
There have been a lot of 'rehearsal' Elvis CDs to come out, but this one, apropriatly titled, Elvis On Tour : The Rehearsals is by far the best. First of all, it almost sounds like a studio album. The songs are mostly complete without a bunch of mistakes and a do-overs and most sound really great. There isn't any joking around, each track pretty much jumps strait to the next song.
Review: Made In Memphis FTD CD
The Made In Memphis FTD CD is another in an extended string of vault excavations from Elvis Presley's apparently inexhaustible library of alternate, unused, and unfinished takes, to be issued by the custom label Follow That Dream through RCA-BMG. For starters, as with many of the unused takes, because there's been no dubbing or the loss of even a single generation, you get a much closer sound than on most of Elvis' released recordings, even the properly remastered editions.
Review : Spinout FTD CD
Spinout! This is a great album, a wonderful listening experience. From the classic title track and the lovely ballads such as 'Am I Ready' and 'All That I Am' to the great rock numbers 'Never Say Yes' and 'I'll Be Back' there appears to be something for everybody in this package. 'Never Say Yes' is a wonderful song and is even more enjoyable when heard on its out-take forms and alos do treat yourself to the out-take of the ballad 'Am I Ready', you will find it fuller and, even it is hard to admit, better than the original take on many levels.
Bringing It All Back Home 2 CD
The label 'Venus Productions' will soon release the double CD set Bringing It All Back Home featuring two concerts recorded in Elvis' hometown. The first CD will contain the matinee performance of March 16, 1974 , his first live appearance in Memphis since 1961. From the first generation soundboard tape.
The Lansky Way
Part of Beale Street has been renamed in honor of Bernard Lansky.
Photos & The Story: Elvis Presley on the set of Change Of Habit
Review : Clambake FTD CD
Follow That Dream records, the collectors division of RCA have done it again with another superb re-packaging in their latest series of original LP re-issues. Turning their attention to the 1967 'Clambake' movie soundtrack. Not a classic film by any accounts, it came from a very low period in Elvis' movie career, probably the lowest in fact as Elvis became physically ill during production and sruggled to motivate himself for this one.
Review : Rockin' Across Texas 2 CD Set by Geoffrey Mc Donnell
Review of both concerts in the Rockin' Across Texas 2 CD Set from FTD.
Tracklisting : Elvis Presley: 50 Australian Top Ten Hits 1956-1977
Following is the complete track listing with samples of the liner notes for Elvis Presley: 50 Australian Top Ten Hits 1956-1977 to be released in Australia by Sony on January 8, 2010.
Elvis 75: Good Rockin' Tonight, First Definitive 4-CD Overview of Entire Recording Career
Sony will release Elvis 75 - Good Rockin' Tonight, the ultimate career-spanning collection of seminal recordings by Elvis Presley, in commemoration of the King of Rock & Roll's 75th birthday (January 8, 2010).
Elvis Presley Shows Tender Side in New DVD
If you don't think of Elvis Presley as a romantic guy, then your mind will be quickly changed by an enlightening new DVD, Love Me Tender ... The Love Songs of Elvis Presley. If you were around during Elvis' prime, you already know he possessed one of the most charismatic personalities in modern music.
Review | Elvis: New Haven '76 FTD CD
The 'bonus' track is THE performance highlight from his Hampton Roads show two days later (by which time he had the Flu!) thankfully it's a reasonably performed 'request' for the 'Return To Sender' fan Club and I'm sure they must have been delighted. I recommend this CD because the performance is just passable from a dreadful tour and the sound balance is impressive in its clarity - far easier on the ears than listening to FTD America. I'll certainly be playing this New Haven '76 CD a few times before I stack it away on the shelf.
Museum Works to Preserve Pop Tunes
The Memphis Convention and Visitor's Bureau is trying to preserve the memory of a record store, put on the map by the king of rock and roll, by giving Pop Tunes an official place in history.
Elvis: A Tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll Book
Elvis: A Tribute to the King of Rock 'N' Roll is a 144-page 'scrapbook' tracing Elvis' rise from the poverty of East Tupelo, Mississippi, to the elegance of Graceland. What makes this publication unique is the use of replicas throughout the book, items like his birth certificate, concert and movie posters, and event tickets. There is even a menu from one of his gigs in Las Vegas. It is a must-have for any Elvis collector.
A Mini (Pre Release Review) Elvis Presley: 50 Australian Top Ten Hits 1956-1977
I have just been listening to two CDR copies (Disc 1 and 2), made directly from the Sony master for Elvis Presley: 50 Australian Top Ten Hits 1956-1977, and they sound fantastic. Not just the songs themselves, not just the quality, but to hear each track in the order that they charted, and then getting into the 60s all of a sudden a 50s recording comes on and it's just magic!!! Read more about this historic release.
Libertyland demolition begins; salvageability of Zippin Pippin tested
The track of the Zippin Pippin abruptly ends where a section was destroyed Monday morning. Robert Lipscomb, city director of Housing and Community Development, said the section was torn out to see if the famous roller coaster was salvageable. Demolition crews tore out a hunk of the Zippin Pippin Monday morning as part of the project to sweep away the remains of Libertyland. Only a chunk was torn out, to see if the famous roller coaster was salvageable, said Robert Lipscomb, city director of Housing and Development.
Elvis Sails: Brooklyn Army Terminal September 22, 1958
Sony Music to Release : Elvis Presley: 50 Australian Top Ten Hits 1956-1977: January 8, 2010
Sony Music Entertainment will celebrate the 75th anniversary of The King's birthday in style with the release of Elvis Presley: 50 Australian Top Ten Hits 1956-1977 in Australia on January 8, 2010. This double CD set is the first ever Elvis Presley Australian hits compilation. Together with the 50 hit songs, an 18 page booklet containing specially written liner notes and images of original RCA releases, and CD label art inspired by his first album release, the set provides a unique insight into Elvis Presley's popularity in Australia, a country where he managed an incredible twenty-year streak of placing hits on the singles charts.
Jailhouse Rock - Hardcover Book From JAT Productions
JAT Productions will release their hardcover book; Jailhouse Rock in two weeks. This new book is by Jim Hannaford (Inside Jailhouse Rock) and Joseph Tunzi. View sample.
Released by FTD: New Haven '76 + Rockin' Across Texas CD + Jungle Room Sessions Vinyl
The official Elvis Presley Collectors Label, Follow That Dream, have now released the two CD titles Rockin' Across Texas and New Haven '76, and the 12" vinyl, The Jungle Room Sessions.
In 1968, Elvis Presleys gold Cadillac raised big money in Australia
In its October 9, 1968, issue, Variety reported that, 'One of the biggest long-running attractions to hit Australia is not even a person but a car - Elvis' Gold Cadillac'. Bill Walsh, general manager for RCA Victor Records in the Southwest Pacific area, had arranged with Colonel Parker for Presley's car to be brought to Australia for a year-long tour to benefit the charitable causes of the Benevolent Society of New South Wales.
The King and Dr. Nick: What Really Happened to Elvis and Me
The King and Dr. Nick reveals the truth about Elvis' death from the doctor who spent eleven years as 'the King's' personal physician, father-figure, and confidant - 'Dr. Nick'. Dr. Nichopoulos spent a decade with Elvis on the road and at Graceland, trying to maintain the precarious health of one of the world's greatest entertainers. But on August 16, 1977, he found himself in the ambulance with Elvis on that fateful last trip to the ER. He signed the death certificate. From that day forward, Dr. Nick became the focus of a media witch hunt which threatened his life and all but destroyed his professional reputation. Now, for the first time, Dr. Nick reveals the true story - not the version formed by years of tabloid journalism and gross speculation.
Lisa Marie Selling Her California Home
Lisa Marie has her house on Long Valley Road in Hidden Hills California up for sale with an asking price of $8,995,000 USD. Lisa Marie bought the house in December 1993 for the amount of $2,600,000. This was shortly after her 25th birthday when she became the sole remaining heir to her late and great father's estate.
Cirque du Soleil Announces New CD + Name of New Elvis Show
Cirque Du Soleil have confirmed there will be a CD album release titled Viva ELVIS in September 2010 and the suggest it will be the biggest Elvis album since 30 #1’s! Those lucky enough to have heard tracks from this album can confirm how INCREDIBLE it will be. There will be a press conference where some music and performance will be premiered mid November with the show opening to the public in January 2010.
John Lennon and Elvis Presley
One day in 1975, he took me to his son, Sean's playroom, where he kept one of his prized possessions, a vintage jukebox. Plugging it in, he punched one Elvis Presley record after another and bopped around playfully. As Elvis sang Don't Be Cruel in the background, John recalled his first and only meeting with our mutual rock hero. It was a story he relished sharing as much as he did his Beatles memories.
'Elvis: My Best Man: My Lifelong Friendship with Elvis Presley' Book by George Klein
'Elvis: My Best Man: My Lifelong Friendship with Elvis Presley' by George Klein. 'George, bravo! I learned some new things about you and your life, especially the earlier years. I feel you capture the essence of Elvis not only in dialogue, but also in giving the reader a sense of his personality, humor, and his spirit of play... I know that Elvis would be proud that you’ve remained his loyal and lifelong friend.' Priscilla Presley
Tupelo Welcomes Home Elvis Presley : Deluxe CD Set with a 40 page hardback book
Memphis Recording Service will release a Special CD Collectors Edition titled Tupelo Welcomes Home Elvis Presley featuring two concerts and rare interviews. This release also comes with a 40 page hardback book packed with rare photographs on Elvis' homecoming concerts in September 1956, Tupelo Mississippi. The book will include recently acquired new information on the recording of the concerts by Ron Brandon and the WTUP Radio interviews by Charlie Watts. Text is provided by Roy Turner and Ron Brandon. Tracklisting.
The Lisa Marie at Memphis International Airport on November 12, 1975
The Lisa Marie at Memphis International Airport on November 12, 1975. The Lisa Marie, the newest craft in Elvis Presley's small air fleet, is at Memphis International Airport on November 12, 1975, getting final touches before being put to use for touring. The converted Convair 880, formerly used by Delta Air Lines, is named for the entertainer's daughter. While not as elaborate as some reports have had it, the plane should be quite comfortable for the Memphian and his personal crew. It has a galley with stove, refrigerator and coffee maker, a private bedroom with queen-size bed, a dining room with eight chairs, two sitting rooms, two bathrooms with gold-plated fixtures and a shower in one, plus 29 seats for passengers.Elvis Presleys Gold Cadillac Tour of Australia 1968
Australian Elvis Presley Fan Clubs were advised in mid 1967 that Elvis' Gold Cadillac would be coming to Australia. The General Manager of the record division for RCA Australia, Mr Walsh, finalised all the arrangements with Elvis and Colonel Tom Parker, and so the Cadillac departed the States on the 8th of December 1967, arriving in Australia in early January 1968.The Unreachable Star - Cincinnati 1971 CD
The forthcoming release from the 'SR' label scheduled for the beginning of November is titled The Unreachable Star and will feature an unreleased show from Cincinnati November 11, 1971.
Elvis: The King Of Las Vegas Book
The photo book Elvis : The King Of Las Vegas covers Elvis Las Vegas years between 1956 and 1976; his concerts, the holidays, his wedding, a list of all the stage suits Elvis used on stage and more. This is a huge hardcover book with 360 pages, with 1300 pictures, very heavy – 2 kilo. And only 2000 copies available.
Elvis Presley and Gary Player
Gary Player gives some golf pointers to Elvis Presley on the Paramount set of Blue Hawaii in 1961. Producer Hal Wallis slated a screen test for the golfer later that year. Player was leaving May 9 for Fort Worth to get ready for the Colonial Tournament. (UPI)Teenager's Hero 2 And Elvis June 1973 Tour Book in 2010
Following Teenager's Hero; two new books; 'Teenager's Hero Vol. 2' and a book on Elvis June 1973 Tour will be released in 2010. 200 pages, Hardcover and Full Colour book as requested by many people.
Elvis Presley on the set of Loving You
Photo: Elvis Presley in St. Louis March 1957, with some local fans
Photo: Elvis Presley on a go cart racing up the driveway of Graceland October 12, 1965
Tickets to see the King
Mid-South Coliseum ticket office manager Harry Brewer sorts through mail-order requests in January 1974 for tickets to three Elvis Presley concerts on March 16 and 17. Coliseum manager E.E. Bland said that 4,000 requests were received during the day and that the concerts are expected to sell out in a hurry.Elvis Presley at the Mid-South Fair - Memphis September 29, 1956
Elvis Presley at the Mid-South Fair - Memphis September 29, 1956. Elvis Presley signs autographs for dancers in 'Stars Over Dixie' at the Mid-South Fair Sept. 29, 1956. 'Stars over Dixie' was a Broadway extravaganza booked for the fair in honor of its centennial anniversary.Photo: Elvis Presley Jan. 8, 1958 - With Eight-year-old Mary Kosloski
Eight-year-old Mary Kosloski had a date with Elvis Presley Jan. 8, 1958, and he kept her waiting for more than two hours. The Collierville girl, who was the national March of Dimes poster child in 1955, seemed to forgive all when Elvis appeared and told her: 'If you were 10 years older, honey, I wouldn't let you go'.Photos: Elvis on Holiday | Water Skiing - July, 1955 & 1956
Photos: Hannerl Melcher met Elvis in Las Vegas in November 1957
Photos: Hannerl Melcher met Elvis in Las Vegas in November 1957, and visited Graceland at Christmas time with her roommate, Kathy Gabriel, who was 1957's Miss Ohio at the 'Miss USA' contest. Hannerl was Austria's representative in the 'Miss Universe' pageant. Both contests were held July 19 in Long Beach, CA.
Salaam to the King of rock
Comedian George Jessel hit the stage in an exaggerated salaam to the King of rock and roll at Elvis' evening performance at Ellis Auditorium Feb. 25, 1961. Jessel, the master of ceremonies, could not make it to the earlier matinee performance because of an airline strike. Elvis Presley Day began earlier with a luncheon honoring the singer at Hotel Claridge. More than $50,000 was raised for charity from the events.Released: Elvis, The Beauty Queen & Me DVD
Elvis, The Beauty Queen & Me has been released. The DVD has been a year in the making ... this fascinating DVD includes too much to tell you in this summery area. Click here to read why you should buy it!
Elvis: The Final Homecoming 2 CD - July 5th, 1976
By popular demand! For those who missed Fort Baxter's 1997 'Goodbye Memphis' 2 CD, Audionics / Fort Baxter will release in a limited edition the 2 CD-set titled 'The Final Homecoming' (Audionics 2009-05-2 / Fort Baxter CS-1005). This release will contain the famous July 5th, 1976 Tour finale as recorded live from the mixing desk in Mid-South Coliseum, Memphis, Tennessee.
Baby, Let's Play House: Elvis Presley and the Women Who Loved Him by Alanna Nash
I received an advance copy of the book 'Baby, Let's Play House - Elvis Presley and the Women Who Loved Him' and have to report to you that it does NOT deserve reading as it contains lies about Elvis, unsubstantiated claims and allegations from unreliable sources such as Byron Raphael and Child Bride author Suzanne Finstad who is credited for 'fact checking chapters', which is a joke in itself. And totally uncalled for explicit discussion of very private matters. So for all those that have emailed me in the past months saying we should not be reporting on her book, you were correct! It is such a shame, but this book is trash, Alanna's Trash.
Rockin' Across Texas 2 CD From FTD
Follow That Dream, will release Rockin' Across Texas will be released in October as a 2-CD 5" set. This 2 CD set features Elvis live in Amarillo, Texas at the Civic Center, June 19, 1974 and Fort Worth, Texas at the Tarrant County Convention Center, Recorded July 3, 1976. This CD only version contains the same content as featured in the acclaimed Rockin' Across Texas FTD book that is now deleted.
New Haven '76 FTD CD
Follow That Dream, will release New Haven '76 - Following on from his appearance in Fort Worth, Elvis rocked New Haven, Connecticut on July 30 at the Veterans' Memorial Coliseum. Released by FTD as, New Haven '76, featuring photos from Steve Barile's archives in a CD 5" digipack. As a bonus, a credible live version of 'Return To Sender' is featured as a bonus track from Hampton Roads Coliseum on August 1, 1976.
The Jungle Room Sessions 12" Vinyl 4 Disc LP Set
Follow That Dream, will release a limited edition 2-Disc vinyl set of The Jungle Room Sessions. It contains all of the tracks featured on the CD edition and several added outtakes from other releases. Supplied in a new gatefold sleeve featuring additional Graceland images, it will be pressed on 180-gram vinyl.
Bob Dylan: Heartbreak Hotel: August 16, 2009
Bob Dylan paid tribute to Elvis on August 16, 2009, performing
Heartbreak Hotel
(2:53). If you can stand his voice you can listen to the audio, if not you can take our word for it!
Heartbreak Hotel
(2:53). If you can stand his voice you can listen to the audio, if not you can take our word for it!Elvis Presley Promo CDs
Elvis is back in Vegas with The King's Ransom
The Imperial Palace in Las Vegas has joined forces with The King's Ransom Museum to present the ultimate Elvis exhibition. This multi-million dollar collection will showcase a rare and unique glimpse into the life and career of the greatest entertainer the world has ever known.
Country Music Hall of Fame: Colonel Parker Exhibit
Nashville, TN -- This year marks the late Colonel Tom Parker's centennial. To honor the revolutionary music business figure, who served as Elvis Presley's longtime manager, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum unveils a special spotlight exhibit dedicated to his life and career. The exhibit, which is located within the Museum's permanent exhibition and titled after one of Parker's famous slogans, The Colonel Says, 'How Much Does It Cost If It's Free', is now open and will run through March 2010.
Elvis: 1956 Book by Alfred Wertheimer
The book; Elvis 1956 by photojournalist Alfred Wertheimer will be released in November. In 1956, a twenty-one-year-old Elvis Presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career. Photojournalist Alfred Wertheimer was asked by Presley's new label, RCA Victor, to photograph the rising star for a one-day assignment that quickly developed into an odyssey. With unimpeded access to the young performer, Wertheimer was able to capture the unguarded and everyday moments in Elvis' life during March and July of that year, the pivotal year that made Elvis' career - taking him from virtual obscurity to the verge of international stardom and his crowning as 'The King of Rock 'n' Roll'.
Released: Jailhouse Rock FTD 2 CD Special Edition and From Sunset To Vegas 2 CD
Jailhouse Rock and From Sunset To Vegas have been released by FTD. 'Jailhouse Rock' is a 2-disc set in the Classic Album series. The first disc features the masters, alternate masters, movie masters and a few bonus cuts in mono while the second disc consists of session takes - all in binaural. The package features the 7” inch digipack format with 12-page booklet. A second volume will be released next year. From Sunset To Vegas is a 2-disc set in the Follow That Dream 5 inch digipack format. The main body of this release is the rehearsal recorded at RCA's studio on Sunset Blvd on August 16, 1974. There is a bonus section on the second disc with 10 live recordings from Elvis' Las Vegas engagement in August/September 1974.
Freddy Bienstock Dead at 86
After a long illness, legendary music publisher Freddy Bienstock, who worked closely with artists including Elvis Presley, died in New York, September 21, 2009, aged 86.
Elvis Presley: The Collection 7 CD Box Set
The Elvis Presley: The Collection 7 CD Box Set is a nicely packaged 7 CD set, housed in a high quality, heavyweight flip top card box. Each disc comes in a card slipcase. The seven albums contained are - Elvis Christmas Special, Elvis: NBC TV Special, From Elvis In Memphis, Elvis Presley, Elvis Country, Moody Blue and Blue Hawaii.Tom Jones Shocked By Elvis
Tom Jones says he was once left shocked when he found Elvis' gun in his dressing room lavatory. The veteran singer struck up a close friendship with Elvis and they would often spend time together when they were in the same city on tour. But on one occasion, after Jones appeared at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, he was stunned to find a silver-plated Colt .45 automatic pistol on his toilet cistern after Presley had used the bathroom. Jones tried to discreetly hand it back, only to see Presley shrug off the incident.
Released : Elvis Presley Re:Mixes CD - New Spankox Remix Album
The long awaited new EPE officially approved Elvis Presley remix album; Elvis Presley Re:Mixes has finally been released. Containing 14 fantastic tracks - rearranged and remixed with love and care, respecting Elvis' unique voice and the original feel of the originals. The album also includes the bonus videoclip of the excellent remix of 'Blue Moon Of Kentucky', the first official Elvis' videoclip filmed in the UK. 'The Spankox remix of Elvis' 'Hound Dog' is amazing in that it not only captures the excitement of the original, it enhances it! -- Mike Stoller.
Elvis Presley Bellagio 'DEA' and Memphis Police Badge Watches
Now available to pre-order from Elvis Presley Watches are two new high quality Bellagio™ Watches: Elvis Presley 'DEA' Badge Watch and Elvis Presley Memphis Police Badge Watch. Elvis was presented with and had great passion in collecting police badges throughout his life. Bellagio Time has replicated badges given to Elvis by President Nixon at the white house and the Memphis Police Dept. (+ Free TCB Dog Tag Watch)
Poplar Tunes Closed
It's the end of another era. The record shop that's boosted the careers of legends like Elvis Presley and B.B. King is closed for good. Poplar Tunes shut its doors Thursday, posting a sign on the door thanking customers for decades of business.
Elvis Presley Re:Mixes CD - New Spankox Remix Album
A new DJ Spankox album, Elvis Presley Re:Mixes is due out next week. This new album contains 14 remixes and 1 video, the first edition will be a limited edition CD/Vinyl in a deluxe digipack with a 24 page booklet.
Danilo Elvis Presley 2010 Calendars Released
The official Elvis Presley Danilo calendars have been released. As with previous issues the main 2010 calendar is in the A3 format. There is also a slimline version and a Danilo Diary. The pictures are from various areas from Elvis' career: from the fifties, movies to the concert years. The Diary is very nice, compact, Size: 3" (8cm) wide x 6.5" (16.5cm) high x 1/4" (5mm) deep. View layout.Buddy Holly + Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, Waylon Jennings & Elvis Presley
Charles Hardin Holley was born on this day September 7, 1936 in Lubbock, Texas. His name was misspelled, Buddy Holly, by a Decca Records executive on an early release and the new spelling stuck.
Priscilla Presley on Good Morning America (1979)
Priscilla Presley on Good Morning America - 1979 (07:56).
New photos from Elvis' appearance at the Oakland Auditorium on June 3, 1956
I Had The 'Master' Of Elvis' First Record For 30 Years Without Realising It!
In November 1998, I found out that a record I bought in Memphis in 1968 is actually the original master of Elvis Presley's first ever record. 'That's All Right Mama'. It was recorded on July 5th 1954 by Sam C. Phillips at the Sun Studios, 706 Union Avenue, Memphis and was originally released as Sun 209 on July 19th 1954.
Elvis : 1956
Elvis 1956 - View photos and read about the few months in 1956 when photographer Alfred Wertheimer followed Elvis as he appeared on the Dorsey Brother Stage Show, performed two great concerts at the Mosque Theater, Richmond, Va on June 30, 1956; and the famous photo taken just before going on stage. Then the very next day, Elvis appears on 'The Steve Allen Show'. Then again - the day after, Elvis records Hound Dog and Don't Be Cruel before returning home by train to Memphis for a much-anticipated July 4 concert at 'Russwood Park' stadium -- and much more.
Review | Let Me Be The One | Behind Closed Doors CD
Return Of A Prodigy CD - Due For Release This Week
Due for release this week is the Elvis: The Return Of A Prodigy - The special 40th anniversary 'Elvis Live In Las Vegas 1969' Edition CD from Gravel Road Music. This is the August 3, 1969 Dinner Show, straight from the original '69 reference mix. It is completely remastered and edited. This is the earliest soundboard to date of Elvis first Las Vegas engagement in 1969 and is to date the closest you can get to the opening show of July 31st, 1969 and the music is very different from the late August released live performances.
Jailhouse Rock 2 CD FTD Special Edition
FTD will simultaneously release two new albums in mid-September. From Sunset To Vegas is a 2-disc set in FTD's 5" digipack format and Jailhouse Rock, a 2-disc set in the classic album series. Disc 1 features one disc of masters, alternate masters, movie masters and a few bonus cuts in mono. Disc 2 consists of session takes - all in binaural. The package features the 7" inch digipack format with 12-page booklet. There is no In And Outtakes section to the booklet, as FTD will be releasing 'Jailhouse Rock Vol. 2' next year, and it will make more sense to have this section when the entire intended repertoire content is released.
From Sunset To Vegas -- August '74 2 CD Set From FTD
FTD will release From Sunset To Vegas, a 2-disc set in FTD's 5" digipack format in mid-September. The main body of the release is the rehearsal recorded at RCA's studio on Sunset Blvd on August 16, 1974. There is a bonus section on Disc 2 with 10 live recordings from Elvis' Las Vegas engagement in August/September 1974. Released at the same time is Jailhouse Rock a 2-disc set in the classic album series.
FTD November Releases
There will be 4 new releases from FTD, around November 1. 1) Good Times is a 2-disc set in the classic album series. 2) Rockin' Across Texas will be released as a 2-CD set without the book that is now deleted. 3) New Haven '76 4) 'The Jungle Room Sessions' -- A Limited Edition – 2 Disc 180-Gram Vinyl Set.
FTD Vinyl 'Blue Hawaii' deleted from catalogue
FTD have announced that the vinyl release of 'Blue Hawaii' will be deleted from the FTD catalogue. The stock at FTD is sold out for the next 8 weeks. At that time, they will receive the last 200 copies from the manufacturer. Once they are sold to the dealers, FTD will delete the title from their catalogue. If you have this item still on your wishlist, now is the time to order them while they are still available!
Review: Showroom Internationale 1971 2 CD / Book Set
I opened my mailbox Friday to find a great surprise- a preview copy of International's latest release 'Showroom Internationale' ! So, since someone has seen fit to give me a copy, and I've now had appropriate time to listen to it, I've decided to review it for everyone: The second disc features the February 23rd Dinner Show, which simply the best show yet released from 1971. The January 28th Midnight Show previously released as 'Lean, Mean, and Kickin' Butt', in this release it sounds better than ever ...
Elvis
Here is a poem by club member Maxine Graybill that we really enjoyed and wanted to bring to you on this day, 32 years after Elvis passed and 12 since Maxine originally wrote it. 'I wrote this on a plane trip from Tampa to Memphis on the 20th Anniversary. A lady sat down next to me, asked where I was going. Memphis I said. Oh you have family there? Yes you could say that, I'm going up for Elvis week. She looked at me like I had suddenly grown an extra head. I politely excused myself and started to write. Hope you enjoy it ...'
Elvis Presley (1935-1977): Echoes of Love
Elvis Presley (1935-1977): Echoes of Love - a 32 year old tribute to Elvis from Rolling Stone Magazine.
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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.
