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Chuck Berry To Headline Elvis Festival
Rock n' roller Chuck Berry, known for his hits "Johnny B. Goode" and "Roll Over
Beethoven," will headline the 2005 Elvis Presley Festival on June 3-5 in Tupelo.
Jorgensen Looking For Fans Who Saw Elvis In 1955 Asheville
Does anyone still remember when Elvis played Asheville back in 1955? Over in
Denmark, the King's premier producer and archivist wants to know. Ernst
Jorgensen is chasing the ultimate rock `n' roll cold case file. He's gathering
details of Presley's life in 1955, just before he became a star.
Band's Version Of One-time Presley Tune Hits Sour Note
As if the incoming Legislature didn't have enough problems, a high school band's rendition of a tune that was an Elvis Presley hit decades ago drew a complaint from a newly elected member of the Senate.
Larry Geller Book
Here is the cover art of Larry Geller's new book "Healthy Life, Great Looks,
Healthy Hair!". The book contains a lot of anecdotes and some rare pictures of
Elvis.
Elvis By The Presleys CBS Special And Soundtrack CD
This is the advertisement for the "Elvis By The Presleys" CBS Special. The special will be aired in May 2005 and will contain never-before-seen Elvis footage, interviews and intimate family moments
The Frank Sinatra Show - Welcome Home Elvis DVD
The last of the hugely successful Frank Sinatra Variety Shows broadcast on America's ABC TV, this seminal program, taped in May 1960, sees Frank welcome very special guest star Elvis Presley home from national service.
Hundreds Gather to Fete Elvis' 70th
If he were still alive, Elvis Presley would have turned 70 on Saturday. But old age and the unfortunate problem of being deceased haven't slowed down the King.
Review : Elvis Presley: A Life In Music Book
A number of books have already examined Elvis' recording sessions, including Tunzi's 'Elvis Sessions', Peters' 'The Music Lives On' and Jorgensen's own 'Reconsider Baby'.
Preview - UK 18 #1 Hits Box
Following is a preview of the CD-single version of the 18 UK #1 Hits box set. Each single comes with the original US cover art (front and back) as a slipcase and the UK cover around the single.
Elvis Crowned
It's the King of the cuts ... Elvis Presley's quiff and legendary sideburns have been voted the most iconic male hairstyle of all time.
Elvis Rules In British Hit Singles And Albums List
The Guinness British Hit Singles and Albums book ranks artists every year according to how many weeks they have spent in the UK singles and albums charts. Elvis Presley still tops the list having notched up 2463 weeks in the UK singles and albums charts - more than the time he was alive for.
It's now or never for Elvis to have the 1,000th UK number one
More than 27 years after he was officially declared dead Elvis Presley is poised to make history by claiming the 1,000th British chart No 1. Sony BMG hopes that by releasing all of Elvis' previous chart-toppers he will be able to claim the coveted 1,000th number-one slot early in the new year.
Jailhouse Rock Added To USA National Film Registry
The movie "Jailhouse Rock" was selected among 25 films by the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress to be preserved for all time. "Jailhouse Rock" which showcased Elvis Presley in ultimate rebel mode, the edginess in this 1957 film was toned down in later Presley pictures.
Legendary Guitarist Hank Garland Dies
Legendary country, rock and jazz guitarist Hank Garland, who performed with
Elvis Presley, the Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline, Charlie Parker and
many others, has died at the age of 74.
Book Review - Raised On Elvis! Elvis! Elvis!
All in all, 'Raised On Elvis! Elvis! Elvis!' is a very good effort by a clearly dedicated fan. If enthusiasm is the measuring-stick, then Sandi deserves a ten out of ten for her book. It certainly makes a refreshing change from the seemingly never-ending variations on the biography.
Elvis In Hawai'i Book Review
Elvis In Hawai'i will not disappoint if you are not looking for any revelations.
'Elvis Lives' Marketing Campaign Begins
With Elvis Presley consistently recognized as one of the most significant icons in American pop culture, and with continued and expanding global popularity among a growing demographic base, Elvis Presley Enterprises announced today their 2005 branding campaign. The first execution of the new creative campaign, "Elvis Lives," was first unveiled in Memphis on one of a series of regionally located billboards.
Press Release Elvis Mini-series
ELVIS, a new four-hour mini-series will start production in New Orleans in January 2005, for broadcast on the CBS Television Network. The fact-based drama is about the life of Elvis Presley, one of the greatest entertainers who ever lived. With the full cooperation and participation of the Elvis Presley Estate, his electrifying yet tumultuous story -- from his humble beginnings to his meteoric rise to fame -- will be told. Presley's master recordings will be heard in a biographical film for the first time.
Investors may soon grab share of Elvis
Elvis Presley has left the building - and headed to Wall Street with some help
from radio and concert entrepreneur Robert F.X. Sillerman who plans to fold
his Elvis Presley holdings into Sports Entertainment Enterprises, a publicly
traded company.
Review : The Hampton Roads Concert CD
'The Hampton Roads Concert' CD sounds amazing and there are only a few soundboards out there on the market, that can compare with it. Releasing the concert in this quality, as well as the design, the summary of information and especially the breathtaking sound quality is nothing less than superb.
Raquetball Hall Remodelled
After concerns
from fans regarding Elvis'uits which are on display in the Raquetball Hall EPE
took care of business. The Raquetball has been remodeled, all the suits are in
individual cases now however there are not as many on display as there used to
beas there use to be. The Trophy room will be next.
Lisa Marie sells Elvis rights for $100m
Lisa Marie Presley has sold 85% of all trademark rights to Elvis' name, likeness and image, intellectual property, including EPE's collection of photographs, archival documents and footage, successful music publishing catalogue and other investments. The title to Graceland and its surrounding property, including most of Elvis' personal effects, will remain with Lisa Marie Presley.
Elvis Microphone Sells For $37,500
One of three RCA microphones used by radio station KWKH for the historic Louisiana Hayride was sold for $37,500 during a Friday auction. The microphone was one of three used during 50 performances by Elvis Presley.
Randy Quaid To Play Col. Tom Parker
Randy Quaid will portray The Colonel in CBS' upcoming "Elvis" minseries. Quaid is the first major actor to join the cast of the four-hour project, which will be the first TV pic to use master recordings of some of Elvis Presley's biggest hits.
Sleep in Elvis Presley's Bedroom
There is only one place on earth you can stay where Elvis lived. That place is Lauderdale Courts. The former apartment of Elvis Presley and his parents at Lauderdale Courts is now officially open for overnight stays.
Interview with Joe Tunzi #2 - Part 1
This is the first part of a new interview with Joe Tunzi following the release of his book Elvis- Sessions III.
Review - Elvis Fashion: From Memphis to Vegas
Few of us are ever likely to earn a piece of Elvis' clothing -- apart from the obvious barrier of the phenomenal prices achieved for the few items that are made available, there just isn't enough to go around! -- so 'Elvis Fashion: From Memphis to Vegas' offers just about the best alternative available.
Elvis In Munich Book
Due for release soon is the book 'Elvis in Munich' which will be approximately
120 pages and feature over 100 rare, unpublished photographs, autographs and
memorabilia. Also includes interviews with fans, friends.
No Blue Christmas At Lifeblood
Elvis Presley Enterprises (EPE) is partnering with Lifeblood to ensure patients
in our community hospitals don't have a "Blue Christmas" this holiday season.
Elvis Handbook - Book Review
The 'Elvis Handbook' is a good general biography, together with some interesting asides and additional information, well presented and illustrated ... A little more care would have earned the book an "excellent" rating, but it still comes in at well worth the money. Profusely illustrated in both colour and monochrome.
Elvis On Tour - The Rehearsals - New Cover Art
The cover of the Follow That Dream release "Elvis On Tour - The Rehearsals"
has been changed as there were problems with the quality of the original
photo. The CD is due for release late December. View Image.
The Elvis Archives - Book Review
In no way is 'The Elvis Archives' the special book suggested by the hype. It is a standard illustrated fan book, of which there are already more than enough, nothing more. In that respect it is acceptable.
Copyright King
Scotland's Daily Record Newspaper did an artivle with the title "Which One is
King? The Answer is Patently Obvious!" The article, in relation to copyrighting
names and titles, mentions an apparent dispute between Graceland and The King of
Greece, over the title "The King
500 Million Elvis Fans Can't Be Wrong, Or Can They?
Besides the music if there is one area of Elvis' career that fascinates me it is the question of how many records he has sold. This is a vexed subject with many fans and to question the holy grail of one billion sales is to open yourself up to accusations of blasphemy. I sincerely want to believe that the figure (600 million US Sales) touted by BMG & the Estate is accurate.
Follow That Dream And Kid Galahad Released
The two new Follow That Dream CDs "Follow That Dream" and "Kid Galahad" are finally out. The covers are a little different from the ones that has been shown on the web. The FTD logo in the right corner has been replaced by the original RCA logo.
Dylan: I'd Rather Be Elvis
HE spoke for a generation when he sang "The times they are a-changin" in 1964
and it all came true. But Bob Dylan says he's no
prophet and is more comfortable with the idea of being like Elvis Presley.
Two New Memory CD Releases
Memory Records have just released two new CD's; "The Continuing Story of Memory Records" which contains a compilation of their live CDs and "Now - Or Never!" an audience recording from December 3rd, 1976.
Elvis : Born To Rock - New Elvis Book
Following the huge success of the 'Behind The Image' book, Praytome Publishing will release a new book titled Elvis Born To Rock in January 2005. Elvis Born To Rock is a 150 page hard cover book printed on a heavy premium paper with a special print finishing for a higher print quality, longevity and higher impassivity.
New Sixties Footage Made Available
In order to pay the eductation of former bodyguard Richard Davis's 3 children,
his sister Debi has decided to transfer her home movie of Elvis on DVD. Davis
passed away last August, with little to no money in the bank.
Elvis On Tour - The Rehearsals - Cover Art
FTD have now finalised the cover art for the Follow That Dream release Elvis On Tour - The Rehearsals. All the songs on this release are RCA recordings and not the MGM camera recordings that have been used on various bootleg CD's. Elvis is in a great spirit and the CD includes a performance of Young And Beautiful.
Elvis Presley Birthplace Seeks City Upkeep
An estimated 75,000 visitors a year flock to the Elvis Presley Birthplace. For
the Elvis Presley Memorial Foundation, which oversees the site, part-time upkeep
isn't enough. Members have proposed that the grounds have full-time attention to
complement recent improvements.
Elvis Lives on in Bonn
Forget Memphis, Las Vegas and Graceland -- Germany has always had a special place in its heart for Elvis, and now, anyone wanting a personal glimpse of the man behind the myth need go no further than Bonn.
Rare Elvis Recordings Fail To Sell
A batch of Elvis Presley's earliest RCA recordings from nearly 50 years ago
failed to meet the minimum asking price at auction on Monday, but lesser
keepsakes from the King of Rock 'n' Roll fetched more than $6,000.
Love, Elvis Australia
The new Love,
Elvis CD will be released in Australia on January 24. The CD will
be made in Australia. Also available at the same time will be imported copies of
Elvis
Presley, Elvis and
Loving
You. Love, Elvis brings together twenty-four of Elvis'
greatest romantic songs, including a previously
unreleased alternate take of "For The Good
Times." Each release is digitally remastered using DSD Technology for optimum sound and includes bonus tracks,
rare photographs, and original album art.
Elvis On The Block
Auction house Christies will auction over seventy Elvis lots during a Rock & Roll Memorabilia and Entertainment Memorabilia auction in New York, Rockefeller Plaza, on December 17, 2004. You can bid on clothing, documents, gold records and personal items, but bring you wallet.
For Elvis Fans Only
In this comprehensive Elvis Presley biography, you will find a complete history of Elvis Presley's dynamic life story from his humble beginnings through his rise to stardom and purchase of Graceland. It is a fascinating journey which has earned Elvis his still undefeated title of the "King of Rock 'N Roll".
Rare Elvis Presley Recordings Go Up for Auction
Some of Elvis Presley's first RCA recordings from nearly 50 years ago, including
never-before-heard takes of "All Shook Up" and "Jailhouse Rock," will be put up
for bid on Sunday at an auction of show business memorabilia.
Love, Elvis CD & Three CD Re-Releases
In honor of the King's 70th birthday, BMG will release the brand new collection Love, Elvis, a CD that brings together twenty-four of Elvis' greatest romantic songs, including a previously unreleased alternate take of "For The Good Times." BMG is also launching a reissue program of Elvis' albums with the January 11 re-releases of Elvis Presley, Elvis and Loving You, remastered using DSD Technology.
Exhibition Traces The Elvis Years As A GI In Germany
The two years that Elvis Presley spent in Germany as the most famous GI in history are the subject of a new exhibition opening in Germany on Sunday.
Silver Moon Launches Line of Elvis Jewelry & Accessories
A new Elvis Presley jewelry and accessories line has been released by
Silver Moon Concepts, LLC. This new line includes men's and women's rings, belt
buckles, pendants, necklaces, key chains, earrings, bracelets, money clips, body
jewelry and leather products.
UK 18 #1 Singles Box
All of Elvis' 18 UK #1 singles will be re-released over 17 consecutive weeks beginning on January 3rd '05 and ending on April 25th '05. 20,000 numbered CDs and 7,500 numbered 10" vinyl will be produced.
On Tour - The Rehearsals Tracklisting
We have received the track listing for the upcoming Follow That Dream release "On Tour - The Rehearsals". This CD features recordings done at RCA's studios in Hollywood in March 1972, which were conducted in association with that year's MGM concert film Elvis on Tour.
FTD Release Dates 2004 / 2005
The next FTD CD releases, 'Kid Galahad' and 'Follow That
Dream' will be released on November 29, 2004. 'On Tour - The
Rehearsals' is expected on December 20, 2004 and the FTD
book 'Rocking Across Texas' on February 15, 2005.
Elvis Inducted Into UK Hall Of Fame
Elvis Presley was inducted into the UK Music Hall Of Fame last night as a
founding member. (Because of his huge impact on the British music scene.)
Priscilla Presley accepted the honour in person on behalf of Elvis.
Untold Gold: The Stories Behind Elvis's #1 Hits
Chicago Review Press will publish a book from Ace Collins titled "Untold Gold: The Stories Behind Elvis' #1 Hits" (ISBN: 1556525656) on January 4, 2005.
Christmas At Graceland
At approximately 5:45 PM on Friday, November 26th, in a ceremony in Graceland Plaza, EPE officials and the Jennings Osborne family will "throw the switch" on Elvis Presley's wonderful traditional Graceland Mansion front-lawn holiday displays and an Osborne-donated lighting display in Graceland Plaza across the street.
Graceland To protect Elvis' Jumpsuits
Graceland have decided to build display cases for Elvis' jumpsuits in the racquetball building. This desicion comes after many letters to Graceland from fans who have been concerned that Elvis' jumpsuits would get damaged.
Celebs: The Next Generation
They are beautiful, rich and famous - and barely out of school. So far, they are better known for their parents' successes. But even now, their faces are splashed over celebrity mags - and, in a couple of years, they're likely to supercede their parents' fame altogether.
Elvis Forever & Albums Re-released
The 5 CD box set 'Elvis - The King Of Rock 'N' Roll' (PD90689) was re-released in Europe on November 1st. 'Elvis Forever' and a special Edition of 'Christmas Peace' will be released on November 22, 2004. On January 17, 2005, BMG will re-release 'Elvis', 'Elvis Presley' and 'Loving You'.
All Shook Up To Be Featured In Thanksgiving Parade
All Shook Up is set to be among several Broadway musicals featured in the 78th
Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which will be broadcast on NBC-TV. Cast
members will perform Burning Love.
Kris Kristofferson Enters Country Music Hall Of Fame
Kris Kristofferson will be entered into the Country Music Hall Of Fame on November 9th. Elvis recorded his songs "For The Good Times", "Help Me make It Through The Night" and "Why Me Lord".
Kid Galahad And Follow That Dream Tracklisting & Cover Art
We have received the track listing and cover art for the FTD CD's, Follow that Dream and Kid Galahad. Both CD's will be released on November 15, 2004. Follow that Dream will include a few lines of "On Top Of Old Smokey".
Bilko's Gold Cuts CD
The Bilko label plans to release a compilation from some of their best CDs
titled "Bilko's Gold Cuts". The CD comes with a 12 pages booklet highlighting
the history of the label and affiliated labels.
Rock 'N' Roll 'Swindle' - The day the royalties die
It is the greatest pension fund raid of all time. The stars who created rock'n'roll are about to lose the rights over the classic hits that made them famous. From January 1, 2005, anyone will be able to release landmark rock'n'roll recordings such as Elvis Presley's That's All Right without paying a penny in royalties ...
Memphis '69 Band Returns To Europe
The Memphis '69 Band will tour Europe next year. The show will open in Randers, Denmark on April 2 and then go on to play six more shows around Denmark, then go north and play Uddevalla and Stockholm, Sweden on April 10 and 11 to end in Norway a few days later. The tour is produced by Elvis Unlimited.
Lisa Marie's Mortality Reminder
Lisa Marie Presley can't bear to spend time at her late dad Elvis' Graceland grave - because there's a space reserved for her right next to him. The 36-year-old fears she'll follow her father and grandmother, Gladys, and die in her 40s, and then spend eternity lying beneath the grounds of the estate her father called home.
Elvis is a hit again - on ads in England
Elvis Presley, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, has been putting in more public appearances than anyone in the royal family in Britain recently as a host of advertisers - from Internet services to deodorant makers to even the conservative Tory party - invoke his hip-shaking ways to stir up business.
The Wiggles Visit Graceland
The Australian childrens group "The Wiggles", toured Graceland today. They are in Memphis for a concert at a FedEx Forum tomorrow night.
Australian DVD Sales
BMG Australia have sold 23,000 copies of the 68 Comeback Special DVD and
22,200 of Aloha From Hawaii
DVD. With a jump in sales expected before Christmas both could well be
double platinum by the end of the year. Platinum being 15,000 units. Double
Platinum 30,000.
Historic Overton Park Shell Goes Silent
The Overton Park Shell played host to its last concert until some necessary
repairs could be made. An engineering study found that the shell will need about
550 thousand dollars worth of improvements.
Priscilla Presley To Accept Award On Behalf Of Elvis
Priscilla Presley, 59, will attend the live finale of Channel 4's UK Hall of Fame series, which honours the all-time greats of popular music.
CBS Casting Elvis
CBS will hold an open casting call in Los Angeles in search of an actor to play Elvis Presley in the upcoming four-hour miniseries "Elvis".
New Lisa Marie Album And Husband
Lisa confirmed today that she will get married to her guitarist and producer Michael Lockwood soon.
New Song About Elvis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins
There is a new song on the latest Stray Cats CD about Elvis, Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins. The song is titled 'Mystery Train' and the music should be very similar to the original song 'Mystery Train' with many of the same guitar riffs.
Elvis In November Mojo Magazine
The November issue of the UK music magazine Mojo (on sale November 15) will
feature Elvis as the cover artist and an article "Elvis - Birth Of A Legend".
Elvis statue arrives at Louisiana Hayride site
A bigger-than-life bronze statue of Elvis Presley was unveiled today in front of
the Municipal Auditorium where the king of rock 'n' roll performed before the
Louisiana Hayride for the first time 50 years ago.
November 2004 and January 2005 FTD Releases
FTD will release Follow That Dream and Kid Galahad on CD in November 2004. In January 2005 FTD will release the CD The On Tour Rehearsals and FTD's next book/CD combination, Rocking Across Texas. Accompanying the book will be two Elvis concert "soundboard" recordings.
FTD Book - Rocking Across Texas
FTD's next book/CD combination will be released on January 1, 2005. The book is Rocking Across Texas, by Stanley Oberst and contains new stories, updated old stories and some especially rare photographs.
A Date With Elvis
When Elvis Presley stepped on German ground for the very first time on October 1st 1958 in Bremerhaven he surely knew less about Germany than the German public knew about him, the King of Rock 'n' Roll. That changed in the next 17 months.
McFarlane Toys - G.I. Elvis Figure
McFarlane Toys have announced they will release a new Elvis figure in April 2005. This figure will feature Elvis in his military fatigues dating back to his 1958 induction into the United States Army and includes a custom base with American Flag banner.
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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.
