Lisa Marie will tour the USA in August, and also release a new video with live footage from the Nashville Club The EXIT/IN, that she did in november, 2012. There is also a new song coming, she said in an interwiev with the Nashville newspaper The Examiner. I asked Lisa last year when I met her in Memphis, to come visit Denmark and Europe. "I would love too" she said. Let's hope for a European Tour as well.

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FTD tracklistings available on our FTD CD'S section.

1) HOT AUGUST NIGHT: FTD 2-CD Special Edition [7" Classic Album Presentation] : Includes the profesionally recorded [multi track source] complete live recording from the midnight show on August 25, 1969. This will be presented in 7" Classic Album format with a 12-page 4-color booklet.

2) ELVIS PRESLEY SOLD OUT!: FTD 2-CD Special Edition [7" Classic Album Presentation] : Prepared and researched for FTD by Robert Frieser / Hans Slebos ( 'Forty Eight Hours To Memphis' and '3000 South Paradise Road'), 7" format accompanied by 16-page 4-color booklet and extensive liner notes.

3) ELVIS RECORDED LIVE ON STAGE IN MEMPHIS 2-LP FTD Vinyl Limited Edition. Audiophile 180 gram vinyl.

Elvis Presley's big screen debut is hitting Blu-ray in July. In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'Love Me Tender' for it's Blu-ray debut on July 30th 2013. Subtitles/Captions: English - French - Spanish. Bonus Features: * Audio Commentary By Noted Elvis Historian Jerry Schilling * Elvis Hits Hollywood * The Colonel & The King * Love Me Tender: The Birth & Boom Of The Elvis Hit * Love Me Tender: The Soundtrack

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Long-time Elvis soprano Millie Kirkham will join DJ Fontana on Saturday, August 17, for the Elvis Celebration Concert during Elvis Week 2013. Kirkham's strong, clear soprano voice can be heard on many of Elvis' pop, rock, gospel and country recordings. Fans can purchase tickets to this event by clicking here. Millie first recorded with Elvis in 1957, which yielded, among other classics, "Blue Christmas," which features some of the most unique vocal background work she and the Jordanaires ever did with the superstar. Throughout the next twenty years Kirkham's strong, clear soprano could be heard on hits such as "The Wonder of You," "Surrender," "How Great Thou Art," "Polk Salad Annie," "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "Don't, Just Pretend," "Devil in Disguise" and many others. She also sang with Elvis on movie soundtracks and appeared with him on stage in Las Vegas. Kirkham has long been a fixture in the music community in Nashville. Her credits include numerous radio and television appearances, collaborations with the Jordanaires and the Anita Kerr Singers, and recording sessions in Nashville, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Among the many artists she has recorded with are Roy Orbison, Dolly Parton, Jerry Lee Lewis, Burl Ives, Johnny Cash, Brenda Lee, Willie Nelson, Pete Fountain, Bob Dylan, Perry Como, Carl Perkins, Rosemary Clooney, Little Richard, Reba McIntire, Brook Benton, Tammy Wynette, Vic Damone, Paul Anka, George Jones, Patti Paige, Les Paul & Mary Ford, Eddy Arnold, Loretta Lynn and, of course, Elvis Presley.

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This Summer, Sony Music will release a 40th anniversary 3 CD set on the LEGACY label with all of the King's STAX tracks (songs + outtakes). Release date is set for August 16th. A second Stax-release is on a single disc, mainly aiming at non-die hard fans.

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Boxcar Enterprises in association with JAT Publishing releases a 40th Year Anniversary special book, in celebration of Elvis’ iconic ‘Aloha from Hawaii’ titled, “Elvis – Aloha via Satellite” in June 2013. This massive most comprehensive 450 page volume is packaged and housed the same as Boxcar’s previous outing of “Elvis Presley’s Graceland through the Years” released in 2012.

The Martin D-35 guitar played by Elvis Presley during the final tour months before his death in 1977 is at the National Music Museum in Vermillion, S.D. The instrument was donated to the museum by Robert Johnson, a guitarist who played in the 1970s with Isaac Hayes and John Entwistle's Ox. Presley smashed the guitar after a string and the shoulder strap broke during a February 1977 show in St. Petersburg, Fla., and it was given that night to a woman in the audience. It is now part of the National Music Museum at the University of South Dakota in the city of Vermillion.

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The original, floor length Aloha cape, designed by Bill Belew and Gene Doucette for Elvis's legendary Aloha from Hawaii concert, is once again for sale, this time through Julian's Auction House. The cape was way too heavy for Elvis, so he asked for a 'shorter' version. The floor length cape remained in Graceland's archives, until Lisa sold it in the nineties.

News hot off the press. Legendary guitar player and regular guest at the ElvisMatters concerts James Burton, 73, and 82 year old former Elvis drummer DJ Fontana were inducted into the Louisiana Hall of Fame for their contribution to the rich history and heritage of music in the state of Louisiana. Pictured is (left to right) James Burton, Mike Shephard-Director of Louisiana Hall of Fame and D.J. Fontana.

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Gordon Stoker died today 88 years old. He was a part of the vocal group The Jordanaires, who has been singing with Elvis in a lot of songs. He is survived by his wife, Jean, his son, Alan, and the rest of the family.

Rest in peace, Gordon.

Live from Spain @ www.zonaelvis.com radio, Argentina's ELVIS LA PELVIS Lp 25th Anniversary program will be broadcast next Saturday, March 24th. @ 12 AM Argentinean time. MC'd by Alfredo Ayul with Carlos R. Ares as special guest.

Don't miss it!

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Notorious DJ Dewey Philips made Elvis famous from the WHBQ Radio Studios in the Chisca Hotel. The hotel was abandoned years ago, but is now being redeveloped. A team is working together to make sure the place where Elvis got his start is preserved. Mike McCarthy, a music history buff, is leading the charge to turn this room into an exhibit. It's located on the second floor of the long abandoned Chisca Hotel. located at the corner South Main and Martin Luther King Boulevard. FOX NEWS STORY

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Blur, The Who and Elvis are front-runners on a list of musicians to be honoured with Walk of Fame discs along a route in north London. Camden Town is to be officially twinned with Hollywood to create its very own Music Walk of Fame. The first 30 discs will be laid down this summer, organisers said. A final list will be announced in May.

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Elvis fans can now enjoy another new exhibit here at Graceland in 2013! The exhibit features part of the 30-foot marquee Col. Parker had made to stand outside the New Frontier Hotel in 1957 and the first jumpsuit worn on-stage by Elvis in 1970.

SUMMER OF '61, ELVIS ON STAGE 180 grs. 2-Lp SET, and two new titles in the CLASSIC ALBUM SERIES: STAY AWAY, JOE and FROM ELVIS IN MEMPHIS.

Please, see tracklistings on our FTD CD's section.

Performed at the H.I.C. Arena in Honolulu on January 14, 1973, Aloha From Hawaii via Satellite was the first, worldwide live satellite broadcast of a concert - broadcast to over 40 Nations and screened to others several weeks later. The concert debuted in the U.S. TV on NBC on April 4 and the Nielsen ratings had the show at 33.8% of homes and 51% of those watching TV - and in the Far-East, TV viewing records were broken in Japan, Philippines, Australia, Korea and Hong Kong! On Jan 12, a full dress rehearsal took place prior to the main show.

Previously issued as "The Alternate Aloha", this dress rehearsal performance makes up the first 21 tracks of Disc 2 of this Legacy Edition, which has been REMIXED and REMASTERED by Steve Rosenthal and Rob Santos. At the end of the main show on Jan 14, Elvis recorded 5 bonus songs behind closed doors for the US version of the TV show (tracks 23 to 27 Disc 2). Although previously issued, it is the first time all 5 songs have appeared in their rightful place!

This 2-CD Legacy Edition features: Disc 1 The Original Album (REMASTERED) Disc 2 The Jan 12 Dress Rehearsal + 5 bonus tracks (REMIXED & REMASTERED) 24 page booklet with rare photos and new liner notes.

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Earlier this week, FTD anounced the release of the book 'Elvis Presley, Summer of '61' next April. There are some more details about this release: for the first time ever, FTD will bring out video footage with one of their releases. The complete tracklist has still to come, but we can give away these teasers of the CD/DVD: - Thee 'Follow That Dream' soundtrack recordings - Unreleased outtakes from the Nashville recording sessions that formed the LP 'Pot Luck' - Songwriters demo recording of 'It's A Wonderful Life' - Unseen 35mm test screen footage of Elvis shot on location in Florida.

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Since the death of Elvis Presley millions of fans from across the world have travelled to Memphis & Graceland. Graceland has had over 16 million Visitors since it opened it's front door in the early 1980's. Elvis has brought much needed revenue to Memphis providing jobs to local people within the hotels, Airport, Eateries, Shops, Clubs, Cafe's, Zoo. Elvis' undeniable success and contribution to Memphis Music makes this campaign a worthwhile tribute to honour Memphis' most famous resident. Liverpool renamed their Airport John Lennon airport many years ago. Memphis should honour it's most famous Son by renaming their Airport 'ELVIS PRESLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT'.

This is the story of EVERY song by Elvis released on the British HMV label. It is an eclectic mix of graphic illustrations of the labels, the charts and rare memorabilia through 1956 - 1958. Thorough research of each song and songwriter has taken many years and provides the definitive history of the music that shook the world, sensationally revealing many previously unknown facts and British connections to Elvis and his music. The book contains over 1000 rare and unpublished photographs, the illustrations connected to the songs, the recordings and the promotion of Elvis by HMV in Britain. Included, and officially gathered together for the FIRST TIME on two exclusive CDs, is every Elvis track released by HMV. Added to these are bonus songwriter demos and Elvis outtakes to complete the audio story upon which the foundation of the global popular music culture and industry was built. This is Elvis and the story of the impact of The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll in Great Britain.

LIFE.com presents a series of photos — most of which never appeared in LIFE — showing Elvis, along with his 15-year-old girlfriend, Priscilla Beaulieu, in Germany on the day he left for the States (March 2, 1960), and Elvis again at Fort Dix, New Jersey, where he landed on March 3, sans Priscilla. He was officially discharged from the Army on March 5. These pictures, by LIFE photographers James Whitmore and Al Fenn, capture a moment in Elvis’s life when he was poised to remind everyone who might have doubted it that, despite two years of taking orders, he was ready to again be the King...

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A dark cloud hangs over the Elvis world. It is with tears in our eyes and a heavy heart that we have to let you know that our dear friend, the best friend a man can get, a fantastic musician and worldwide respected TCB member John Wilkinson has passed away at the age of 67. Our heart and prayers go out to his wife Terry and the many, many friends of John. More updates on this sad news later.

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Elvis expert Erik Lorentzen has his new book ELVIS FILES 1 ready by the end of this month. But this volume, which covers the earliest Elvis years is bigger than the others, with no less than 600 pages. This will be a must-have book for every fan!

Straight from the Jim E Curtin collection, this phenomenal lot has approximately 4,000 (yes, four THOUSAND) photographs of Elvis Presley, mostly small sized (3"x4") taken by fans. About 85-90% originals, mostly color, some very informal and blurry but absolutely genuine. About two-thirds of these are taken from various 1970s concerts, including several from his last years, with the other third taken as candid shots, either at home or on the road, performing in various activities such as driving, karate, posing with fans, family candids... a truly mixed bag--see pic as microcosm of this collection. The earliest photos found are when Elvis was in the Army, which are mostly B&W. Another fascinating group from 1968 when Elvis is sporting a full beard, presumably during filming of 'Charro!' An additional thousand photos on top of the Elvis photos are all post-death taken by collectors of various Elvis-related memorabilia and locales. An additional 80 or so taken by Jim E Curtin himself. Album after album after album of fan photography of The King found here... should be viewed to be believed!

Opening: $1,000 Estimate: $10000 - $15000

YES! Sony will release an Aloha set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of this legendary show on their Legacy label. From the press release: Elvis Presley performed at the H.I.C. Arena in Honolulu on January 14, 1973, Aloha From Hawaii via Satellite was the first, worldwide live satellite broadcast of a concert - broadcast to over 40 Nations and screened to others several weeks later. The concert debuted in the U.S. TV on NBC on April 4 and the Nielsen ratings had the show at 33.8% of homes and 51% of those watching TV - and in the Far-East, TV viewing records were broken in Japan, Philippines, Australia, Korea and Hong Kong! On Jan 12, a full dress rehearsal took place prior to the main show. Previously issued as "The Alternate Aloha", this dress rehearsal performance makes up the first 21 tracks of Disc 2 of this Legacy Edition, which has been REMIXED and REMASTERED by Steve Rosenthal and Rob Santos. At the end of the main show on Jan 14, Elvis recorded 5 bonus songs behind closed doors for the US version of the TV show (tracks 25 to 29 Disc 2). Although previously issued, it is the first time all 5 songs have appeared in their rightful place.

This new 2-CD Legacy Edition features: Disc 1 The Original Album (REMASTERED) Disc 2 The January 12th. Dress Rehearsal + 5 bonus tracks (Remixed and remastered) 24 page booklet with rare photos and new liner notes.

Source: Elvis Matters

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A few days ago we mentioned that Priscilla Presley had agreed to do one Elvis song on stage in London, where she now stars in the musical Snowwhite as 'the wicked queen'. A visitor in the audience managed to capture that particular musical segment. Although it was filmed with a hand held camera or cell phone, the overall quality is pretty good - we only wish that Priscilla's musical talents were so too.

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Throughout 2013, Elvis Presley’s Graceland in Memphis will be honoring the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll with two new exhibits exploring various sides of Presley’s career including films, music, touring and more. The first exhibit, “Elvis’ Hawaii: Concerts, Movies and More!” will open for the public in January in conjunction with the Elvis 2013 Birthday Celebration on January 8.

CNN Travel recently looked at the pilgrimage sites for rock 'n' rollers and named Graceland as the most commonly visited grave site around the world.

"The original singer-songwriter heart-throb remains the King of Rock 'n' Roll, judging from the 600,000 people that visit his grave yearly." Other artists named in CNN's most popular rock star graves include Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash, Buddy Holly, and AC/DC vocalist Bon Scott.

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Priscilla Presley is to enter the panto spirit this Christmas by performing one of her late husband Elvis’s songs. She been persuaded to sing in public for the first time as she makes her stage debut as the Wicked Queen in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in Wimbledon. “I was shying away from it a bit. But the more I was told about panto, I thought, ‘We’ll have fun with this’. The song — I’m not going to say what it is — does fit the part,” she said. “...my daughter [Lisa Marie] is a singer, her dad, obviously… but the world needs to know I’m not a singer. It’s not serious, it’s just having fun.” Priscilla Presley, 67, said she had known nothing of pantomime — which is not performed in America. “It’s all very new to me. But I’m getting prepared to be booed and have things being yelled at me.” During her stay, she hopes to see Lisa Marie and her youngest grandchildren, four-year-old twins Harper and Finley, who live in Sussex. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs opens at the New Wimbledon Theatre tomorrow and runs until January 13.

Source: London Evening Standard / Published by: Elvis Matters - Peter Verbruggen

Elvis Presley, among other Memphis music greats, were inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Thursday evening during a musical tribute held at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Memphis. According to the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Priscilla Presley accepted on behalf of Elvis and noted that Elvis' musical influences included several of his fellow inductees. "I know he would be humbled and pleased to be included in standing with them tonight at this inaugural event," said Priscilla in a video message presented during the ceremony. Memphis is often known as the cradle for legendary musicians in blues, soul, and rock'n'roll. Sponsored by the Memphis Rock'n'Soul Museum, the ceremony consisted of 25 inductees who maintained strong ties to the Memphis community and were pioneers in the music industry. Other Memphians honored were Sun Studio founder Sam Phillips, DJ Dewey Phillips, blues legends B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, and Isaac Hayes, among many others.

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As announced a couple of weeks ago, the FTD label will close this 'Elvis 35'-year with 3 new releases. They will be: '3000 South Paradise Road' and 'Back in Memphis' both released as a 2-CD 7" pack. The vinyl collection will be expanded with 'GI Blues'. The first releases of 2013 will come out in March, but those titles are not announced yet.

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Erik Lorentzen has just finished his next volume of the highly acclaimed ELVIS FILES books. This time, he takes us back to the early days of the King's carreer, 1953-1956. The birth of rock 'n' roll, if you will. The Elvis Files 1 is available now for pre order. We expect to have the books in around mid-December & will keep you posted through this website.

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1. BACK IN MEMPHIS: Classic Album Series 7" digipack.
2. AUGUST '72*: August 12th., 1972 (DS) + rehearsal CD.
3. G.I BLUES Limited Edition 2-LP Set.

* working title

3 new titles from the FTD label. The next two titles will come out in the 7” 2CD series: ‘From Elvis Presley Boulevard’ and ‘Hits of the 70’s’. The vinyl range will be expanded with ‘Elvis Country’.

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The next MRS release in association with JAT Productions ‘Greatest Live Hits of the 50s’ will be officially released 22nd October 2012. The 24 track CD is most varied compilation to date, containing only the best live performances, making the ultimate live set list of the 1950’s. For the first time on General Release, it has 8 new live tracks that have all been re-mastered and are now significantly and noticeably improved, than before. Additionally, the CD also contains for the first time, an unreleased live version of ‘I Forgot to Remember to Forget’ from October 1955. Sound samples for entire CD will start appearing very soon.

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A bible which once belonged to Elvis Presley has sold for £59,000 ($94,000) at auction in Greater Manchester, UK. The 1,600 page book was given to the singer by his Uncle Vester and Aunt Clettes for his first Christmas at his Graceland home in 1957. A pair of the singer's unwashed pants also on sale at the Omega Auctions in Stockport were not sold as bids failed to reach the reserve price of £7,000.

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MRS along with JAT Productions will release a budget CD at the end of August 2012 titled ‘Greatest Live Hits of the 50’s’. The 24 track CD will contain only the best performance live tracks of the 50’s and will include 9 new performances that will now be released to the General Public for the first time as a new remaster. Included in the release is a newly discovered unreleased live version of ‘I Forgot to Remember to Forget’ recorded in October 1955 and a new song by Elvis titled ‘Little Mama’.

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'Prince from Another Planet' Full Details: SONY have released the full details of the new 'Prince from Another Planet' Madison Square Garden.There are two versions being released, the DELUXE DVD version and also a budget version without the DVD for only $16. Great news is that the DVD will feature ONE HOUR of hand-held footage filmed at the June 10th Afternoon Show as well as 20 minutes of the Press Conference. Release date is now noted as October 30, 2012. Elvis Presley: Prince from Another Planet, As Recorded Live At Madison Square Garden, New York City, June 10, 1972 - Deluxe 40th Anniversary Edition 2-Cd+Dvd Box Set Presents Historic Afternoon And Evening Concerts – Newly Remixed - In One Package For First Time 5,000-word liner notes essay by Lenny Kaye, historian and guitarist for Patti Smith BONUS DVD:1. Afternoon show filmed June 10, 1972 (approx. 1 hour hand-held footage) 2. Afternoon press conference held June 9, 1972 (approx. 20 minutes). The recently discovered footage is set to make its world premiere during Elvis Week in Memphis on Friday, August 17th, at 4:30 p.m. at a free event in the Elvis Week Pavilion.

First announced at the start of June, the final artwork for the box which will house the 20 Original Albums has now been released. Set for release on August 06th 2012, the box set release is a collection of 20 original Elvis albums from Sony Music CMG (EU), all kept together in a set up along the lines of the Singles box sets from the years 2005 and 2007. The 20 albums to be housed in the box are: 01. Elvis Presley (1956) 02. Elvis Is Back (1960) 03. Something For Everybody (1961) 04. Pot Luck (1962) 05. Elvis For Everyone! (1965) 06. From Elvis In Memphis (1969) 07. On Stage (1970) 08. That's The Way It Is (1971) 09. Elvis Country (1971) 10. Love Letters From Elvis Presley (1971) 11. Elvis Now (1972) 12. Aloha From Hawaii (1973) 13. Elvis [aka The Fool Album] (1973) 14. Raised On Rock / For Ol' Times Sake (1973) 15. Good Times (1974) 16. Promised Land (1975) 17. Today (1975) 18. From Elvis Presley Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee (1976) 19. Moody Blue (1977) 20. Welcome To My World (1977)

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Great News. Executives from Sony Music will emcee a free event at the Elvis Week Main Stage on Wednesday, August 15, as they present multiple awards for releases of Elvis' music that have achieved Gold, Platinum or Diamond status based on RIAA record sales. Most experts expect new GOLD Awards for 'An Afternoon In The Garden' and 'Christmas Duets' plus Platinum Presentations for Elvis' first two Albums 'Elvis Presley' and 'Elvis' and the Diamond Award for 'Elvis' Christmas Album' (1970 Version). There could be more. Should bring Elvis' total RIAA album sales tally to at least 135.5 million.

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Our dear friend Lex from ElvisNews.com has just reviewed the new ELVIS FILES V book. Here's what he wrote:

Design - As with the previous 3 the design is fantastic. The layout is taken care of in a very tasteful way and everything is top notch.

Content - With the content you can't go wrong. Elvis was looking better than ever in 1969/1970 (although he had a weird pony for a short while). It is remarkable to notice once again how accessible Elvis was for his fans. Tons of candid shots prove this. The nature of those pictures makes that they are not all that focussed and sharp, but it is always great to see Elvis in his own relaxed way. The fans that prefer the better quality photos get what they want too: shots from Change Of Habit, the stunning series of the 1969 press conference, live in Vegas and on tour and rehearsals for That's The Way It Is… it's all there. Still, it's not only looking at the pictures. There are well written background articles by Elvis-gurus like Piers Beagley, but also original newspaper clippings with reviews.

Conclusion - Erik Lorentzen didnt let me down with this volume, au contraire as the French say. If I liked the previous three I must say I love this one.

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Boxcar Enterprises will release the book Graceland Through The Years 1957-1977 at the end of June. Several years in the making this will be one very essential book for every Elvis fan with 450 pages including 1000 photos with many never before published, informative text, original purchase documents and blueprints in hardcover within a deluxe book cardboard sleeve. [Boxcar is the new official label run by our good friends at MRS, (Joseph Pirzada) your guarantee of high quality workmanship.]

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TRAILER: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jP3RHlXagc

The 7th edition of the Elvis Presley Price Guide 'Presleyana' will be presented in Memphis, during Elvis Week. The book has several new features, such as:

1) Elvis' LP catalog now divided into two easy-to-locate categories.
2) Newly updated "buyers beware" & "counterfeit information.
3) Complete up-to-date listings of all the SONY/BMG "Follow That Dream" LP releases.
4) All of Elvis’ standard RCA releases and reissues completely updated.
5) Many “Verifications Pending” resolved.
6) Full color pages picturing all bonus items and stickers that came with all of Elvis' U.S. album releases through the years.

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Digital production company Digital Domain Media Group (NYSE: DDMG) announced today that it has signed an exclusive agreement with CORE Media Group (formerly CKx) to jointly develop, produce and own a series of ''virtual'' Elvis Presley likenesses for a range of entertainment projects – from shows and appearances to film, TV and multi-platform productions throughout the world. Digital Domain Media Group, the only company whose employees have received an Academy Award for creating a completely believable computer-generated (CG) human, created the CG likeness of Tupac Shakur for Dr. Dre’s recent show at the Coachella Valley Music Festival. CORE Media Group, a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management LLC, is the driving force behind such iconic brands as Elvis Presley, Muhammad Ali, ''American Idol'' and ''So You Think You Can Dance.'' ''...this is a new and exciting way to bring the magic and music of Elvis Presley to life. His lifelong fans will be thrilled all over again and new audiences will discover the electric experience of Elvis the performer'', said Elvis Presley Enterprises President and CEO, Jack Soden. ''The high level of quality entertainment that both CORE Media Group and Digital Domain deliver gives us great confidence that these projects will help continue the growth of Elvis’ rich legacy all over the world.'' Elvis Presley Enterprises is a division of CORE Media Group.

The companies have already begun work on the virtual Elvis Presley likenesses and will announce when and where audiences can expect to see the first virtual Elvis performances. ''...Elvis is the most iconic, most recognized performer on the planet, and we are thrilled to have been chosen to bring new performances and original shows where fans can have their own, new experiences of Elvis,'' said Digital Domain Media Group Chairman and CEO John Textor. ''...in addition to being a dream project on the creative side, this agreement enables us to participate in the success of any number of potential virtual Elvis appearances.'' ''As we look for new ways to offer audiences our intellectual property across multiple platforms, this partnership is the perfect fit for CORE Media, and exactly the type of announcement you can expect to see more of from us,'' said CORE Media Group President Marc Graboff.

''...clearly the team at Digital Domain is at the leading edge of the virtual experience arena, and we are anxious to get working on this exciting project.'' With more than 150 albums and singles certified gold, platinum or multi-platinum, Elvis Presley continues to show the world why he's the King. From Broadway plays and live entertainment to books, movies, television, music, and concerts, Elvis sightings occur every day, all over the world. With more than six million fans on Facebook, over 70,000 official app downloads and more than five million unique visitors annually to Elvis.com, he is also now the King of Digital. From Digital Domain's work on ''The Curious Case of Benjamin Button'' to ''TRON: Legacy,'' ''X-Men: First Class'' to Tupac Shakur, the company has spent a decade and tens of millions of dollars in perpetual development perfecting its technology, tools, and techniques to create realistic computer generated humans.

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It was 30 years ago today that we stood on the front steps of Elvis' home and welcomed fans from around the world for the very first tours of Graceland. Since that first day, almost 18 million guests have walked through the home Elvis loved. We wanted to take this opportunity to thank you, Elvis' fans, for being part of this remarkable journey we have all taken together. Like you, we look forward to the future and all the great opportunities Graceland gives us to share the legacy of Elvis Presley.

Sincerely, Jack Soden and Priscilla Presley

FTD will release four new titles on June 20: G.I. BLUES VOL.1 FTD 2 CD Special Edition Classic Album, FROM HAWAII TO VEGAS 1973 Soundboard Dress Rehearsal CD, FROM MEMPHIS TO HOLLYWOOD Hardcover Book and THAT'S THE WAY IT IS 2-LP SET 180 gram Vinyl.

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Lisa Marie will be making a guest appearance on American Idol on Thursday, May 17 8:00/7:00 CT. Lisa Marie's new CD "Storm and Grace" is being praised for its raw, edgy southern roots sound. Produced with elegant restraint by 12-time GRAMMY winner T Bone Burnett, "Storm & Grace" is an unflinchingly honest piece of work. With its rootsy, Americana vibe, it is, she acknowledges, a departure from her previous albums. "..."Storm & Grace" is the album she was born to make – a raw, powerful country, folk and blues collection that finds her embracing her Southern roots and family name," said Rolling Stone.

Entertainment Weekly praised the "smoky, spooky" single "You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet'' while Spinner.com observed: "...Presley has made the strongest album of her career in the upcoming "Storm & Grace". It's a moody masterpiece, exploring the demons and angels of her life to the tune of country-spiced downbeat pop." Purchase your copy of "Storm and Grace" on iTunes and Amazon.com. Also, for more information about Lisa Marie's American Idol performance or for listings in your area visit, www.americanidol.com.

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A BOY FROM TUPELO – THE COMPLETE 1953-55 RECORDINGS includes for the first time in one collection every known Elvis Presley SUN master and outtake, plus two private records Elvis paid for with his own money, as well as thrilling radio and concert performances from the period. This 3 CD package features 10 previously-unreleased cuts. The accompanying book is, in essence, a fully-illustrated travelogue. It thoughtfully details the birth of Elvis' career through facts, anecdotes, documentation, many rare photos, and a succinct narrative.

Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc., along with partners Sony Music/Legacy Recordings, Fan Mosaics and ShopElvis.com, have announced a 35th anniversary promotion that gives you, the Elvis Insiders around the world, an opportunity to declare your "fanship" in three different ways, all originating from Elvis.com/elvisFan. By visiting the "I am an Elvis Fan" I am an elvis Fan

promotion website, you can vote for your favorite Elvis songs for a new Elvis CD, upload your image into an Elvis Presley mosaic print, and order the commemorative "I am an Elvis fan" t-shirt. In addition, you will also be able to connect with other Elvis fans across the globe through social networks, which will offer unique stickers, engaging apps, and new ways for you to declare your loyalty to the king.

Armando Bo's THE LAST ELVIS (El Ultimo Elvis) premiered yesterday at Village Cines Recoleta. John Mc Inerny (Carlos Gutiérrez, an Elvis impersonator in the film) reveals himself not only as a great singer, but as a great actor too. Fandango: A Buenos Aires Elvis impersonator believing himself to be the King reincarnate wrestles with his uncertain future after reaching the age that his idol died, and being confronted with an unforeseen family tragedy.

After many years of painstaking research, a group of five European mega-collectors have finished their work on the ultimate vinyl bootleg bible: BOOTLEG ELVIS! Now, in 2012, the time has come that this massive -640 pages- work of love and labor will be made available to all Elvis fans and music lovers worldwide. With more than 1200 color pictures, track listings, cross-references, matrix numbers, cover/label/vinyl/sound descriptions of about 1000 records on 480+ pages, this is the most in-depth work on Elvis vinyl bootlegs ever! This book will not only list and visualize every known Elvis bootleg record, but it will also list and show all known variations of each record. All records will be listed in several chapters, being:

· 7-inch Singles
· 7-inch Extended Play Albums
· 10-inch Albums & 78 rpm Singles
· 12-inch Long Play Albums and Maxi Singles
· Interviews and Session Talks
· Novelty and Tribute Bootlegged Records
· Far Eastern Bootlegged Records

To top it off, there is an almost 65 pages description about the history of (Elvis) bootlegging, starting in 1901 up to today. There are about 70 pages of stories written by all the major bootleggers from the USA, Canada and Europe. They will tell you why they made their bootlegs, how they obtained their recordings, how they got their records and sleeves made and how they managed to sell their records without being caught. Read stories -first hand- about albums like Please Release Me (the first Elvis bootleg ever!) The Hillbilly Cat "Live", The '68 Comeback, Million Dollar Quartet, Loving You Recording Sessions, Welcome In Germany and many more. These are more than fascinating insider stories that were never known nor published before! All in all, this book gives you the most complete insight ever into the evolution of bootlegging Elvis.

By the end of the month of April, FTD will provide a new CD, book and vinyl album:

ANOTHER SATURDAY NIGHT If one place is to be picked as the most important in the career of Elvis Presley, it is without doubt Shreveport in the northwest part of Louisiana. The exposure that Elvis got through the radio broadcast of The Louisiana Hayride in 1954-56 was one of the key factors of establishing the early part of his career. With the exception of Las Vegas, there is no place where Elvis played more shows, and his return to the city in 1975 was like a homecoming to both Elvis and the many fans he had there since he started out. We have chosen to release the soundboard from the evening show of June 7 – definitely a show that Elvis and the audience truly enjoy, and with a great set list featuring old and new favourites. The CD comes in a 5" digipack with an eight-page booklet featuring photos from the June 1975 tour.

WELCOME HOME ELVIS 1960 Flaming Star, in collaboration with FTD, publishes a 260 pages book about the vital weeks in 1960 where Elvis regained control over his career. The format is the same as the well-known FTD book format (KING CREOLE-THE MUSIC and A MOMENT IN TIME). The book includes: More than 300 photos, many of them previously unpublished, text by David English and a CD with the original mono master for ELVIS IS BACK. Pictures include Elvis coming home from the army, several press conferences, pictures at Graceland, coverage of the Sinatra TV show and much more.

PROMISED LAND – The Companion Album - A Special Limited Edition 2-disc 180-gram vinyl set. • Disc 1- alternative version of album featuring Stax outtakes • Disc 2 – STAX more outtakes! • Vinyl cutting by ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS • DMM Copper Mastering • 180 Grams heavyweight vinyl • Strictly limited pressing.

Rare Elvis Presley Acetate Recordings from his Hollywood movies have been discovered by The Rare Collections. The collection features movie studio recordings of songs from the Elvis Presley movies; Follow That Dream (1962), Kid Galahad (1962), Flaming Star (1960) and Love Me Tender (1956). The recordings were discovered in a private collection in Orange County, California and are available for sale through The Rare Collections.

Collectors can contact Andrew Kirby, executive producer of The Rare Collections, for more information via the web at www.TheRareCollections.com or telephone at 903-345-IBUY.

Source and more info: THE RARE COLLECTIONS

Pål Granlund and Erik Lorentzen released a few preview pages for the fifth volume in their 'Elvis Files' series with a focus on tyhe years 1969 - 1970. The book (Elvis Files 5, but in reality the 4th release, as Erik doesn't follow chronological order) will soon be available for pre orders. Erik Lorentzen saw Elvis in concert many times throughout the 70's. The first time was in New York at Madison Square Garden (1972). The following year, ('73) he got to meet his hero backstage at Nassau Coliseum, together with Pål Granlund. In 1975 Erik meet Elvis again in Vegas with Pål Ganlund. In 1976 Erik saw the King live many times, both whilst On Tour and during his Vegas engagements.

Source: EP Gold

A late songwriter's heirs are all shook up over the recent discovery of a long-lost Elvis Presley outtake. The children of Jimmie Crane, who died in 1998, filed suit yesterday to claim the copyright to LIVING TO LOVE YOU, which The King apparently recorded in 1965 but never released. The Manhattan federal-court filing says Crane "produced and co-authored" the number without any help from the late Detroit music exec Albert Leigh. A lawyer for Leigh's sons, Violet Hinton, said she has a 1993 letter in which Crane told Albert Leigh "...I love working with you." and granted him the rights to "...the songs you like" from Crane's catalog. Hinton said she offered to sell the tape to the company that manages Presley's estate, but "...I could never get them to call me back."...

Source: Elvis Matters

Things are looking good for a re-birth in Vinyl. Sales of the 'new old records' on 33 rpm skyrocketed last year with +39% compared to 2010. Worldwide, over 3,9 million vinyl albums were sold last year. Elvis is among the most popular artists for vinyl collectors, due to the many re-releases of his former albums. The FTD Collector's label and the licensed company "Music on Vinyl" have begun rep-releasing is entire catalogue on vinyl records.

Source: Various

Memphis Recording Service will soon release one of its minor titles of a CD/Book package titled BLUE HAWAII - THE EXPANDED ALTERNATE ALBUM on the 23rd April. The CD that will be available through ElvisMatters, is an expanded edition of the original soundtrack album ‘Blue Hawaii’ originally released in 1961.

Today, on Lisa Marie's 44th birthday, the King's daughter is in Graceland to open the new exhibit "Elvis...Through His Daughter's Eyes". This special exhibit highlights the relationship between Elvis and his only child, Lisa Marie. Through numerous items, including family photos and home movies, guests will be able to explore Lisa Marie's experience of growing up at Graceland and the relationship she had with her famous father. Artifacts in this exhibit include Lisa Marie's baby foot prints, clothing, childhood tricycle, record player, crib, gold ID Bracelet given to her by her father, and much more. Here are the first pictures of some of these special items on display today at Graceland.

Source: Elvis Matters

Expected to be released in the beginning of March, are these three titles: In the classic album series FTD will release the ON STAGE – FEBRUARY, 1970 album. As usual, it will be a 2-disc 7" digipack with a 12-page booklet. In addition to the original album the set will include all RCA's recordings from three of the shows. In addition FTD will be releasing a 2-disc 5" version of the original OUR MEMORIES OF ELVIS albums, with an added bonus of the previously unreleased volume 3 LP master tape, as well as six more cuts that series producer Joan Deary had prepared at the time. This will come with a 12-page booklet of memorabilia and photos. The "undubbed" Elvis has always been a favourite with many fans, and listening to these again, is an experience full of pleasant surprises. Further more, FTD vinyl is pleased to announce the release of HIS HAND IN MINE - A Special Limited Edition 2-disc 180-gram vinyl set. Very soon, there will be a separate announcement of book titles. Regarding the catalogue of FTD Vinyl, these titles are now sold out and will not be reprinted: BLUE HAWAII, STANDING ROOM ONLY, GOOD TIMES and JAILHOUSE ROCK

Source: Various

Memphis Recording Service in association with JAT Productions will release the next Elvis Presley titled ‘Such A Night in Pearl Harbor’ in March 2012. It will contain a completely new re-mastered CD of Elvis’ performance of the benefit concert recorded at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on March 25th 1961 to aid of the USS Arizona Memorial Fund.

In the unique world of the Buenos Aires celebrity-impersonator scene, “Elvis” Gutiérrez is a star. By day, though, he must contend with a dead-end factory job and an ex-wife who worries about how his obsessive behavior affects their young daughter, Lisa Marie. Feeling more connected to his persona as the King than to his own family, Gutiérrez retreats from reality until a tragic accident interrupts his plans and forces him to grapple with his real-world responsibilities. Armando Bo’s stylish, yet tender, feature debut illuminates the glamour and grace that a stage can bring to any performer with the soul of an artist. The Last Elvis, buttressed by a stunning central performance by real-life Elvis tribute artist John McInerny, imbues its protagonist with depth and dignity, creating a realistic portrait of a broken man who seeks shelter in his dreams. As our Elvis takes flight within the King’s music, so too does the film around him. - H.Z.

Source: SUNDANCE

This is the first volume of an exciting new series called Elvis Presley In Hollywood. Each book will contain more than 400 pages and, alongside text written by Mike Eder, many hundreds of stunning, previously unpublished photographs that have been carefully selected by Erik and Pål from their extensive collections.

Source: Various

Elvis' music continues to get recognition and the latest album to receive it is the newly released 5-CD super deluxe set "Young Man With The Big Beat: The Complete '56 Elvis Presley Masters," which earned itself a Grammy nomination in the Best Historical Album category last night. "Young Man With The Big Beat" puts the focus on Elvis in 1956. The package includes his RCA studio master recordings and outtakes from New York, Nashville and Memphis, plus live performances, interviews and much more. Taking its name from an RCA poster campaign for his debut album, the super deluxe 5-CD, 12-inch square box set (with an amazing 80-page book with timeline) is available to order online at ShopElvis. The 54th Annual Grammy Awards will be held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Calif. on Sunday, February 12, 2012.

Source: EPE

Hi Carlos and Eduardo,
Hope you can help us with the following download Campaign by informing all Elvis fans in your area. 'Blue Christmas' UK Single Campaign 2011 UK Fan Clubs are mounting a campaign to get 'Blue Christmas' in the UK Single Charts in time for Christmas Day 2011. Hopefully fans from around the World can help us achieve our objective. It is imperative that you do not download the single before 10th December. Any date after that is fine in the run up to Christmas Day. Please use downloading sites that count for the UK Charts e.g.

http://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/blue-christmas/id402423738?i=4024423740

http://www.hmvdigital.com/artist/elvis-presley-(2)/blue-christmas-original-sound

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Blue-Christmas/dp/B004B4FVCS/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1322945229&sr
=1-1-catcorr

Let's all try and get 'Blue Christmas' in the charts. So far nearly every artist you can think of is in the download charts with a Christmas single from Brenda Lee to Paul McCartney but NO Elvis. Hopefully we can change that. Thanks.

Best Wishes. Brian Quinn

Local journalist David Robles said about his movie debut, LA MUJER ROBADA (Love Me Tender): "...ELVIS PRESLEY IS UNBEARABLE. A stupid Western story that didn’t even please the youngsters who went to meet their new idol. This second rate singer is an even worse actor. This motion picture is nothing so I won't rate it... Why did the boys screamed like little girls every time the swivel-hipped star appeared on the screen? Why does he have to speculate with his confusing gyrations? Undoubtedly, he's not a bad singer, but exagerates his voice modulations suggesting God only knows what.".

How about that? Our own Jack Gould!

The new must-go meeting point for all music lovers, fans and collectors will take place on November 12th and 13th, in this occasion and like the last one the venue is Borges Cultural Center, which is within Galerias Pacifico, on Viamonte @ San Martin Street.

The schedule is:
November 12th, Saturday – From 11am till 22pm
November 13th, Sunday – From 11am till 20pm

CENTRO CULTURAL BORGES - Viamonte @ San Martin Street
(Galerias Pacifico)

Two of the releases will be additions to the classic 7" Digipack Series: "Elvis Sings the Wonderful World of Christmas" and "Promised Land". Each of these includes two CD's. An addition to the series of Elvis albums on vinyl will be the classic ELVIS IS BACK. Finally, a 192-page book, "A Moment in Time" offers a stunning look at four days of Elvis' life in 1956.

Here are the final details, artwork and track-list for the upcoming MRS release in association with Joseph A Tunzi (JAT Productions). THE COMPLETE LOUISIANA HAYRIDE ARCHIVES 1954-1956 will be released 21st November 2011.

Elvis Presley has again been awarded more RIAA Gold and Platinum awards - some are somwhat unexpected! -

‘Elvis Sings For Kids/Children And Grown Ups Too’ January 01, 1978 = September 15, 2011 RCA Gold Album Solo -
‘Mahalo From Elvis’ January 01, 1978 = September 15, 2011 RCA Gold Album Solo -
‘The Very Best Of Love’ January 01, 2001 = September 15, 2011 RCA Gold Album Solo -
‘Elvis In Person’ November 01, 1970 = September 15, 2011 RCA Platinum Album Solo -
‘I Got Lucky’ January 01, 1971 = September 15, 2011 RCA Records Platinum Album Solo -
‘Elvis' Christmas Album’ November 01, 1970 = September 09, 2011 RCA 10.00x Multi Platinum Album Solo.

These latest awards bring Elvis' overall total of awarded album sales in the U.S.A. to 133 million. Breaking this down he has 89 GOLD albums, 50 PLATINUM albums, 25 MULTI-PLATINUM Albums and 1 DIAMOND album.

Source: Rare Elvis Presley

The auction will feature a wide variety of authentic (and one of a kind) Elvis' collectibles from the collections of Rockin' Robin Rosaaen and Elvis' first private secretary, Trude Forsher. The auction will be held at Michaans Auction House

Items from the collection of Rockin' Robin Rosaaen:
Pair of pants that Elvis wore in the film " Frankie & Johnny"
Boxing gloves from his movie " Kid Galahad "
Personal worn off stage custom made shirts
His bronze lion paper weight from his Hillcrest home
Pair of his prescription glasses from 1977
Large lock of Elvis hair!
Meditation robe from march '77 bought for a friend in his entourage
Movie scripts and related books
Signed and framed autographs
Elvis On Tour summer & winter jackets from Joe Esposito
Gear shift knob from Elvis's Pantera and much, much more

Source: The King's Dressing Room

Coming in 2011 from MEMPHIS RECORDING SERVICE in association with Joseph A Tunzi (JAT Productions), the complete live recordings of the Louisiana Hayride performances by Elvis Presley. All of the 29 tracks therein are re-mastered using the most sophisticated technology. It will include restored and more complete versions of many of the tracks than ever before.

The CD will also contain the recent discovery of Elvis' last performance on the Louisiana Hayride in December 1956. This will be a more complete version of the show and for the first time, the speed and pitch corrected, which Sony has failed to master for their upcoming release. The 100 page bonus book has many rare and newly discovered photographs that were due to be shown first in the upcoming FTD Sun book. More details and a firm release date of this will be announced shortly.

Source: elvisnews

FTD has ran into problems with their latest releases. It looks like HE TOUCHED ME and 48 HOURS TO MEMPHIS may not appear until October 11/13th.

Source: Various

The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences along with producer Spike Jones, Jr. have announced presenters for the 2011 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy® Awards along with a special tribute to Elvis Presley’s ’68 Comeback Special.

Priscilla Presley along with Steve Binder, Emmy Award winning producer and director of "Elvis '68 Comeback Special", will be present for the brief tribute to the television special that helped re-launch the King of Rock‘n’Roll’s career. The two will also present 4 statues during the Primetime Creative Arts Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video Control For A Series; Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video Control For A Miniseries, Movie Or A Special; Outstanding Lighting Design/Lighting Direction For A Variety, Music, Or Comedy Series; Outstanding Lighting Design/Lighting Direction For A Variety, Music, Or Comedy Special.

Presenters for the Primetime Creative Arts Emmy® Awards also include Jon Cryer & Chuck Lorre (Two and a Half Men), Connie Britton & Jason Katims (Friday Night Lights), Mitzi Gaynor & Bob Mackie (Mitzi Roaring in the 20s), Alison Brie & Dan Harmon (Community), Phil Keoghan & Bertram Van Munster (The Amazing Race), Noah Wyle & Robert Rodat (Falling Skies), Nick Tweed Simmons & Gene Simmons (Gene Simmons: Family Jewels), Kiernan Shipka & Matthew Weiner (Mad Men) and Jeff Probst & Mark Burnett (Survivor).

The Primetime Creative Arts Emmys will be held on Saturday, September 10, at the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles. The awards will air September 17, at 8:00pm ET and 8:00pm PT on REELZCHANNEL.

Source: EPE

Here are the details on the 2-CD Classic Album version containing both Masters and Outtakes from these May 1971 sessions. The 2xCD set packaged in deluxe, fold-out format sleeve (7" EP size) with booklet featuring photos and memorabilia. This will be an interesting FTD for the many previously unreleased outtakes:

He Touched Me / I've Got Confidence / Amazing Grace / Seeing Is Believing / He Is My Everything / Bosom Of Abraham / An Evening Prayer / Lead Me, Guide Me / There Is No God But God / A Thing Called Love / I, John / Reach Out To Jesus plus outtakes: Amazing Grace (Takes 1, 2 & 5) / The Lord's Prayer / Lead Me, Guide Me / He Touched Me (Takes 2, 3 & 4) / Johnny B. Goode / I've Got Confidence (Takes I & 2) / An Evening Prayer (Takes 3, 5, 7, 8 & 10) / Seeing Is Believing (Takes 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 14) / A Thing Called Love (Takes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 9) / Reach Out To Jesus (Takes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9 & 10) / He Is My Everything (Takes 2 & 4) / There Is No God But God (Takes 2, 3, 4 & 5) / I, John (Take 2) / Bosom Of Abraham (Takes 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7)

Source: elvis matters

Jerry Leiber, one of the most important songwriters in the history of Rock'n'Roll, whose 50-year partnership with Mike Stoller produced 'Stand By Me', 'Hound Dog', 'Jailhouse Rock', 'Young Blood', 'On Broadway', 'Yakety-Yak' and countless other classics has died at Cedars−Sinai hospital due to a heart and lung failure, said his assistant Maryland Levy. He was 78.

Songs by Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller recorded by Elvis include: (You're So Square) Baby I Don't Care, Bossa Nova Baby, Dirty, Dirty Feeling, Don't, Fools Fall In Love, Girls! Girls! Girls!, Hot Dog, Hound Dog, I Want To Be Free, If You Don't Come Back, Jailhouse Rock, Just Tell Her Him Said Hello, King Creole, Little Egypt, Love Me, Loving You, Santa Claus Is Back In Town, Saved, She's Not You (co-written by Doc Pomus), Steadfast Loyal & True, Three Corn Patches, Treat Me Nice and Trouble

Source: Various

Following is the wording of Elvis' epitaph as seen on his tombstone, written by Janelle McComb, commissioned and directed by Elvis' father Vernon Presley:

Elvis Aaron Presley January 8, 1935 August 16, 1977
Son of Vernon Elvis Presley and Gladys Love Presley
Father of Lisa Marie Presley

He was a precious gift from God we cherished and loved dearly. He had a God-given talent that he shared with the world. And without a doubt, he became most widely acclaimed;

Capturing the hearts of young and old alike. He was admired not only as an entertainer, but as the great humanitarian that he was; for his generosity, and his kind feelings for his fellow man.

He revolutionized the field of music and received its highest awards. He became a living legend in his own time; earning the respect and love of millions. God saw that he needed some rest and called him home to be with Him.

We miss you, Son and Daddy.
I thank god That He gave us you as our son.

By: Vernon Presley

Lot #2: Elvis Presley 1950's Owned and Worn Lansky Bros.
Outfit Minimum Bid: $12,000.00
Final Bid (Includes Buyers Premium): $30,870.00
Estimate: $30000 - $40000 Number of Bids: 9 more

As most fans know, the Elvis Files books by Erik Lorentzen always sell like hot pancakes. Two out of the 3 already released volumes are already completely sold out and Volume 4 with its 560 pages and 1500 pictures won't be an exception.

FASHION FOR A KING is a Pål Granlund/Flaming Star production, written by Tommy Edvardsen and Atle Larsen. The book is an impressive document of all the outfits Elvis performed in through his career from 1968 and onwards. The book is full of fantastic, previously unreleased, rare and classic photos, all linked together by Edvardsen and Larsen’s text. It includes two great soundboard CDs.

Please see tracklisting in our FTD CD'S section. The format of the book is 30.5 x 25.4 x 3.7 cms. Weight approximately 3 kg!

In September there will be 3 new releases: 48 HOURS TO MEMPHIS (the March 18, 1974, Richmond concert); HE TOUCHED ME (classic album series) and ELVIS SINGS GUITAR MAN (2-Lp SETl). There will be additional releases in November.

In February 2011, Elvis Presley Enterprises took swift action to stop the commercial sale and distribution of a DVD/CD set which included recordings and audiovisual footage of Elvis Presley concert performances. Working with a team of investigators across three continents, EPE was able to track down the individuals believed to be behind the release and distribution of the box set.

We already had the announcement for the 5CD/book set YOUNG MAN WITH THE BIG BEAT and today another great release is announced: FASHION FOR A KING, a 500 page book produced by Pal Grandlun, that focuses on Elvis' stage suits from 1969 on. The book holds several 100% unseen pictures with 'rare' suits and comes with two live CD's from 1974 and 1975.

Source: elvis matters

ELVIS PRESLEY 30-PIECES AUCTION

30 Elvis items will be auctioned including an iconic Elvis Presley worn outfit that Elvis is pictured wearing on the back of his first RCA album, "Elvis Presley." Presley also wore this iconic outfit in many publicity photos taken with Steven Sholes in New York, when he signed his RCA deal, as well as in photos with Col. Parker while wearing and with another RCA recording artist, Eddy Arnold. The shirt, pants and jacket all bear "Lansky Brothers Memphis TN" label. With letter of provenance. Very good condition. Further information is available in the online catalog at gottahaverockandroll.com

Minimum Bid: $12,000.00
Estimate: $30000 - $40000
This auction is not open for bidding yet. It will open on 7/13/2011

On the back of the vinyl version of the 'Pot Luck' album the Follow That Dream collector's label appears to announce the release of the CD and vinyl re-issues of the 'G.I. Blues' and 'His Hand In Mine' albums containing out-takes and master recordings of the songs from these albums.

Source: elvis matters

The 1st International Film Collectors Fair opens next August 6th and 7th at CENTRO CULTURAL BORGES in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Worldwide film collectors will be buying, selling and trading rare collectibles from all over the world.

The fair opens 11 AM to 10 PM on Saturday, August 6th, and 11 AM to 8 PM on Sunday, August 7th.

Carlos R. Ares and ELVIS SHOP ARGENTINA will be present with their own stand exhibiting rare worldwide Presleyana items: RARE 78's, 7"'s, Lp's, CD's, DVD's, Posters and ALL KINDS of memorabilia. Centro Cultural Borges is located at GALERIAS PACIFICO, Second Floor – Pabellón de las Naciones at Viamonte @ San Martín Street.

Don't miss it if in Buenos Aires!

Memphis's local news paper "The Commercial Appeal" has just put a poll online to find out what the best tourist attraction of the city is - according to their website visitors. So far, the Memphis Zoo gets 63% of all votes in the category "Best Tourist Attraction", and Graceland has a disappointing 19%. It's time to change things, folks! Click Click here and vote Graceland to the #1 Spot. Elvisfans around the world can make that happen! The "Best Tourist Attraction" is under the second link, MEMPHIS PLACES.

Source: Brian Quinn

The Follow That Dream collector's label announced that it will release three new releases on June 21, 2011. AMARILLO '77 is a 1977 soundboard recording from Civic Center, Amarillo and comes in a 5 inch digipack. STAGE REHEARSALS is a collection of stage rehearsals from 1970, 1972 and 1973 recorded at the International Hotel, Las Vegas (later renamed The Las Vegas Hilton), it comes in a 5 inch digipack. THE POT LUCK SESSIONS is a limited edition 2-disc 12 inch vinyl set. Tracklistings in our FTD section.

Source: Various

Do you have what it takes to be part of the MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET on Broadway? The hit musical, with productions in New York, London, and Chicago, is looking for actors, musicians, and singers to potentially fill one of the roles of the show’s legendary rock icons. You could be the next Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins or Johnny Cash! To enter this nationwide casting contest, simply submit a video of yourself performing one of the songs from the show. Hit singles include “Blue Suede Shoes,” “I Walk the Line,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Hound Dog,” and many more. Fans will be able to vote for their favorite video audition. The submission with the most votes at the end of the voting period on July 1, 2011 will win the grand prize package. It includes: - Roundtrip airfare to New York to audition for "Million Dollar Quartet" - Hotel accommodations in New York - Tickets to the Broadway production of "Million Dollar Quartet".

Please note that this does not guarantee a spot in the production - only the possibility to audition for a role. Find out more about the contest, and check the submission videos!

Source: EPE

Peter Guralnick‘s 1994 biography, Last Train to Memphis: The Rise of Elvis Presley, will be adapted into a biopic. Screenwriter John Fusco will write the script. According to Deadline, this project has been in the works for over a decade. Here’s more from the article: "...Steve Bing is producing the film now for Fox 2000. The book covers the formative years of Presley up to his enlistment in the Army." In addition to biographies, Guralnick has published short story collections, novels, and music criticism. The Last Train to Memphis (1994) is the first book in a two-volume biography set; it was followed by Careless Love: The Unmaking of Elvis Presley (1999).

Source: mediabistro.com

Classic music from the King of Rock'n' Roll meets a new class in automotive technology! That's the message behind a new commercial now airing in Japan for the Hyundai 5G Grandeur, a luxury sedan. The ad features Elvis Presley's 1956 hit song HOUND DOG with vintage footage of excited fans. Watch the new commercial now!

Source: elvis.com

The well known British magazine New Musical Express (NME) has listed Elvis' Aloha From Hawaii Concert in it's top 50 live gig list, beating U2, Queen and Tom Waits. Here's the comment of the NME editors: 30 - Elvis - 'Aloha From Hawaii' Recorded: Honolulu, 1973 Why it's so good : This gig was broadcast live via satellite, and was the most watched broadcast by an entertainer in TV history, airing in more than 40 countries. At the time, the event was also the priciest entertainment TV special, costing $2.5 million. If you consider the following this is indeed a very high achievement. NME cater for today's market, a younger market, in my own personal opinion the majority of the other artists have little to no talent. Heavy metal bands and frankly many I have never even heard of. For example the top seven are;

10 - Kiss - 'Alive!' 09 - The Ramones - 'It's Alive' 08 - MC5 - 'Kick Out The Jams' 07 - Jay Z - 'Unplugged' 06 - Nirvana - 'Unplugged In New York' 05 - Johnny Cash - 'At Folsom Prison' 04 - Radiohead - 'I Might Be Wrong: Live Recordings' 03 - The Who - 'Live At Leeds' 02 - Neil Young & Crazy Horse - 'Live Rust' 01 - Thin Lizzy - 'Live And Dangerous'

Source: elvis australia NME

Budapest's mayor says Elvis Presley will be declared a posthumous honorary citizen of Hungary's capital and a city landmark will be named after him. Mayor Istvan Tarlos said Wednesday that Elvis will be commemorated because of his support for Hungary in the wake of the short-lived, anti-Soviet revolution of October 1956. On the city's website, visitors can pick one of 12 locations to be renamed after Elvis, including street crossings, a small square and a site at the foot of Margaret Bridge, which spans the Danube River. On Jan. 6, 1957, during his last appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show," Elvis sang a gospel standard, "Peace in Valley," which Sullivan said reflected the singer's preoccupation with Hungarians' plight after the uprising.

Source: voanews.com

The 3rd International Record Collectors Fair opens next weekend at CENTRO CULTURAL BORGES in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Worldwide record collectors will be buying, selling and trading rare collectibles from all over the world. Carlos R. Ares and ELVIS SHOP ARGENTINA will be present with their own stand exhibiting rare worldwide Presleyana items: RARE 78's, 7"'s, Lp's, CD's, DVD's and ALL KINDS of memorabilia. Centro Cultural Borges is located at GALERIAS PACIFICO, Second Floor – Pabellón de las Naciones at Viamonte @ San Martín Street.

Don't miss it if in Buenos Aires!

FTD will release ELVIS SINGS GUITAR MAN in the classic album series in April. As with the releases of Standing Room Only and Elvis Sings Memphis Tennessee, 'Elvis Sings Guitar Man' is an album that never was. FTD will also release LIVE IN LA CD in April. Originally released as part of a book set, now the book is deleted. FTD will release a 5" CD only version. Tracklistings in our FTD CD's section.

Source: Various

When the upcoming release of FTD was announced with the title 'White Knight In Vegas', the FTD-team also wrote that title and artwork could change. It is now official that the title will be as simple as 'Live In Vegas'. The picture on the CD stays the same, so only the title has changed. The release is planned to arrive mid February.

Source: VariouFTD will release Elvis Sings Guitar Man in the classic album series in April) As with the releases of Standing Room Only and Elvis Sings Memphis Tennessee, 'Elvis Sings Guitar Man' is an album that never was, but in our opinion should have been. So here it is !!! Released at the same time is Live In LA. FTD will release Live In LA CD in April. Originally released as part of a book set, as with The Way It Was and Rockin' Across Texas now the book is deleted, FTD will release a 5" CD only version.

Source: Various

Johnny Depp wants to play Elvis Presley on the big screen. The Pirates of The Caribbean star is said to be considering the lead role in a new Elvis biopic which would concentrate on the events leading up to his death. "...Johnny has always been fascinated by strong characters and inspirational people like Elvis", reveals a source close to the actor. "... he is excited by the idea of a movie focusing on the dark side of Elvis and his later years as a superstar and an icon. It's still early days but this is a project Johnny is very keen to get off the ground.".

Source: showbizspy

EPE Signs Five New Licensing Agents For International Territ Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. has announced that five new international licensing agents have been signed to represent the King of Rock'n'Roll! Celebrities Entertainment has been appointed as the exclusive European licensing agent, Vega Brands for South America and Brazil, HW Brands Ltd. in Israel, Infiniss in Korea and Merchantwise Pty. Ltd. in Australia and New Zealand.

"...the demand for Elvis product internationally continues to grow every year." says Carol Butler, Vice President of International Licensing for EPE. "...with such high interest and activity we've found it necessary to expand our international agents."

Much of the increased activity can be attributed to the fact that 2011 marks the 55th anniversary of many Elvis firsts including his first RCA single and national hit "Heartbreak Hotel", his first album, "ELVIS PRESLEY", his first movie, "Love Me Tender", and his first television appearances on The Dorsey Brothers' "Stage Show," "The Milton Berle Show", "The Steve Allen Show" and "Ed Sullivan." Additionally, the 35th anniversary of Elvis' passing in 2012 will generate many new licensing opportunities. The Elvis brand currently has 175 licensees worldwide selling products in 122 countries.

Source: EPE

On March 19th. and 20th., the 3rd International Record Collectors Fair will take place at CENTRO CULTURAL BORGES in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Worldwide record collectors will be buying, selling and trading rare collectibles from all over the world. Carlos R. Ares and ELVIS SHOP ARGENTINA will be present with their own stand exhibiting rare worldwide Presleyana items. Centro Cultural Borges is located at GALERIAS PACIFICO, Second Floor – Pabellón de las Naciones at Viamonte @ San Martín Street .

Lamar Fike passed away. Lamar is probably best known to most fans as the 'big' guy of the former Memphis Mafia. He worked for the King from 1957 to 1977 and even traveled to Germany with him in 1958. Lamar had a history of health problems. Last October he was taken to the hospital with breathing difficulties.

Source: Elvis News

WHITE KNIGHT, AUGUST 26, DINNER SHOW as a 7" CD (like the Classic Series) and HOW GREAT THOU ART as a limited edition 180 gram 2-LP set to be released next February.

MANHATTAN - Elvis Presley Enterprises claims Chrysalis Music Group owes it more than $5 million in licensing fees for The King's music. Presley Enterprises accuses Chrysalis of "an astonishing lack of internal controls and related failures," and "failure to properly render payment" of "substantial sums." Co-plaintiff Belinda Aberbach is an heir of the estates of Julian and Jean Aberbach who, with Presley's manager Col. Tom Parker, set up two New York corporations in the mid-1950s to control copyrights on "certain musical compositions recorded by Presley." The corporations are Gladys Music and Elvis Presley Music. Presley owed 25% of each corporation, Parker owned 25%, and the Aberbachs owned 50%, according to the complaint in New York County Court. After The King died in 1977, a series of assignments left Elvis Presley Enterprises (EPE) owning 50% interest in the compositions, and the heirs of the Aberbach's owning the other 50%. After trusts were set up, EPE remained 50% owner, and co-plaintiff Aberbach owns another 25%, according to the complaint. Under a 2002 agreement, Chrysalis was to collect revenue worldwide and deposit it correctly into accounts for EPE and Aberbach. Chrysalis also was "obligated to promote and attempt to obtain licenses with third parties for use of the compositions." Chrysalis was to get commissions of 5% to 8%, but no more than $400,000 a year, according to the complaint. But the complaint states: "Despite repeated assurances to EPE and Aberbach that proper controls were in place for its royalty processing, in fact, Chrysalis suffered from an astonishing lack of control and related failures. As a result, Chrysalis has failed to pay EPE and Aberbach substantial sums they are owed under the agreement. Chrysalis' failure to properly render payments to EPE and Aberbach constitutes a breach of the agreement." The plaintiffs say Chrysalis also failed to promote the licensing of the music, "resulting in innumerable lost opportunities and revenues that EPE and Aberbach would have otherwise obtained;" and failed to keep true and accurate records. They say Chrysalis commingled funds, took more commissions that it was entitled to, miscalculated foreign currency exchange rates, "claimed, without documentation, that there were overpayments," "erroneously deducted certain advances it claims were unrecouped," "failed to properly account for revenue received," and "made numerous other errors." The plaintiffs demand no less than $5 million, and costs. They are represented by Glen Silverstein with Leader & Berkon.

Source: Brian Quinn

ELVIS IS BACK!: Legacy Edition (2-CD Set)
Release Date: January 18, 2011 (according to Amazon)

Disc 1: Elvis Is Back (1960)
Make Me Know It; Fever; The Girl Of My Best Friend; I Will Be Home Again; Dirty, Dirty Feeling; Thrill Of Your Love; Soldier Boy; Such A Night; It Feels So Right; The Girl Next Door Went A'Walking; Like A Baby; Reconsider Baby; Stuck On You; Fame And Fortune; It's Now Or Never; A Mess Of Blues; Are You Lonesome Tonight?; I Gotta Know; Surrender.

Disc 2: Something For Everybody (1961)
There's Always Me; Give Me The Right; It's A Sin; Sentimental Me; Starting Today; Gently; I'm Coming Home; In Your Arms; Put The Blame On Me; Judy; I Want You With Me; I Slipped, I Stumbled, I Fell; I Feel So Bad; (Marie's The Name Of) His Latest Flame; Little Sister; Good Luck Charm; Anything That's Part Of You.

Source: Various

We regret to inform you of the passing of Myrna Smith on Friday night, Christmas Eve. Myrna was singer and song-writer, and a member of the group Sweet Inspirations, who recorded and performed with Elvis Presley from 1969-1977. She also sang back-up for other stars including Dusty Springfield and Aretha Franklin. Along with their professional relationship, Myrna and Elvis were also close friends. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Source: www.elvis.com

Oh why can't every day be like Christmas
Why can't that feeling go on endlessly
For if everyday could be just like Christmas
What a wonderful world this would be.

IF EVERY DAY WAS LIKE CHRISTMAS!

Eduardo, Carlos & Claudia

We have just received the new 2010 fan club presidents' PEACE IN THE VALLEY 1-track CD.

Thanks EPE!

Sherrill "Shaun" Nielsen, a gospel singer who performed with Elvis Presley, has died at age 68 of lung cancer. His devoted wife, Brenda Hall Nielsen, was by his side and held his hand as he crossed over the River Jordan. It is well documented by Felton Jarvis, Elvis’ producer that Sherrill was Elvis’ favorite singer. Nielsen sang with Elvis on the Grammy-nominated song "Softly as I Leave You" and performed with a number of gospel groups over his career including the Singing Speer Family and Voice.

Source: Various

Gibson, the famous guitar brand, published a list of names with the most revolutionary artists in music history. Elvis can be found on the 4th spot. It is remarkable to see that there are no names from the last 20 years in this list.

1. Bob Dylan 2. The Beatles 3. Jimi Hendrix 4. Elvis Presley 5. Les Paul 6. Miles Davis 7. Chuck Berry 8. John Coltrane 9. George Gershwin 10. Muddy Waters 11. Frank Zappa 12. Hank Williams 13. David Bowie 14. Brian Wilson 15. John Lennon 16. Frank Sinatra 17. Bill Monroe 18. Robert Johnson 19. John Cage 20. Buddy Holly 21. Bob Marley 22. Ray Charles 23. James Brown 24. Nirvana 25. Sex Pistols 26. Madonna 27. The Velvet Underground 28. Little Richard 29. Prince 30. Django Reinhardt 31. Cole Porter 32. Charlie Christian 33. Michael Jackson 34. Eddie Van Halen 35. Led Zeppelin 36. Radiohead 37. Brian Eno 38. The Carter Family 39. Run-DMC 40. Jimmy Page 41. Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five 42. Eric Clapton 43. Johnny Cash 44. Charlie Patton 45. Louis Armstrong 46. Metallica 47. Stevie Wonder 48. Charlie Parker 49. Sam Cooke 50. The Stooges.

Source: Elvis Matters

On this week's Billboard Top 200 Album Chart, Elvis has four entries as follows: 1. Elvis Christmas (86)* 2. It's Christmas Time (141) 3. Viva Elvis (Re-Entry) (184)* 4. Christmas Duets (Re-Entry) (191)* * Denotes Greatest Airplay + Sales Gains.

Source: Brian Quinn

Great news as this puts Elvis ahead of Garth Brooks again as the Biggest Selling Solo Album Artist of All-Time in the U.S.A. Brooks currently has 128 million and Elvis now has 129.5 million. There will soon be more on the way. The RIAA is always a few days late in updating their site in case some of you are wondering why it is not listed yet.

Source: Brian Quinn

Sony Music Entertainment Announces Two New Certifications for Elvis. Thirty-three years after his passing, Elvis Presley continues to earn gold and platinum certifications. The album ELVIS has been certified five times gold. It was released on August 1, 1973. The album ELVIS IN HOLLYWOOD has been certified platinum. It was released on January 1, 1976. In the U.S., the Recording Industry Association of America awards certification based on the number of albums and singles sold through retail and other ancillary markets.

Source: www.elvis.com

SEG Events, in association with Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc., is proud to announce a one-night-only presentation of Elvis Presley in Concert back where the magic first happened! The initial tour in 1998 included a three-show sell out at New York's Radio City Music Hall. This will once again be the venue for this astounding production on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. Elvis Insiders will be first in line to purchase tickets with a pre-sale beginning Monday, December 6, 2010 at noon EST. A link and code to purchase tickets will be posted on the Elvis Insider's message board at that time. The pre-sale for Insiders ends on Friday, December 10 at 10:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Saturday, December 11 at noon EST. If you are not an Elvis Insider, join now so you don't miss out on this great opportunity! Elvis Presley in Concert reunites some of his former Elvis band mates live on stage with a state of the art video-projected Elvis.

Source: www.elvis.com

Besides the numerous variable CD releases of the 'Viva Elvis', a vinyl release is also available from now on. The standard tracklist of 12 songs are mastered on this 180gr heavy vinyl release. This is the European pressing, a USA pressing will be available early December - with the same tracklisting.

Source: Various

Thirty-three years after his passing, Elvis Presley continues to earn multi-gold and platinum certifications from the Recording Industry of America (RIAA). "It's Christmas Time" received multi-platinum certification (3X) on October 11, 2010. "How Great Thou Art" received multi-platinum certification (3X) on October 13, 2010. This now brings Elvis' total tally of gold albums in the U.S. to 84. He has 46 platinum albums, and 24 multi-platinum albums. According to the RIAA, Elvis' current tally of total album sales in the U.S. is 123.5 million.

Source: www.elvismatters.com

For those of you who have enquired about the COMPLETE MASTERS SPECIAL ADVANCE PROMO 30-CD Set which was recently featured both in EP Gold and FOR ELVIS CD COLLECTORS websites, practically nothing is known about how many pieces were produced of this monster.

If only 1,000 copies were produced of the standard COMPLETE MASTERS 30-CD SET, then I guess only a few promos, probably no more than 50 were distributed worldwide.

Happy hunting!

1) JAILHOUSE ROCK VOLUME 2. It is a 2-DISC SET in the CLASSIC ALBUM 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. 2) CHICAGO STADIUM release is 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. 3) 2-LP LIMITED EDITION VINYL SET Following on from the success of previous releases, FTD is pleased to announce the release of VIVA LAS VEGAS - a special 2-DISC 180-gram 12” vinyl set. Supplied in a high quality gatefold sleeve, the album features the original masters and many outtakes from this great movie. • Vinyl cutting by ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS • Contains original movie soundtrack mastered by Vic Anesini and many Stereo outtakes • DMM Copper Mastering • 180 Grams heavyweight vinyl • STRICTLY LIMITED EDITION Tracklisting on our FTD CD's section.

Chilean miner Edison Peña was brought to safety on Wednesday, October 13, after 69 days of being trapped underground. Peña is a self-described major Elvis Presley fan and the 34 year-old asked for Elvis music to be sent into the mine so the trapped workers could have sing-alongs and keep their spirits up.

Graceland would like to welcome home Edison Peña, and along with the Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau, has extended a special invitation for him and a loved one to visit Elvis' home in Memphis.

Source: EPE

First Single, "Suspicious Minds," Mixed by Brendan O'Brien Impacts Radio Monday, October 18. Legacy Recordings Celebrates Elvis’ 75th Birthday Year with an Epic New Studio Work Inspired by "Viva ELVIS" by Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas Viva ELVIS - The Album Available Everywhere Tuesday, November 9.

Viva ELVIS - The Album - produced and arranged by Erich van Tourneau 01. Opening (mixed by Robert Meunier & Erich van Tourneau)
02. Blue Suede Shoes (mixed by Serban Ghenea)
03. That's Alright (mixed by Brendan O'Brien)
04. Heartbreak Hotel (mixed by Brendan O'Brien)
05. Love Me Tender (mixed by Robert Meunier & Erich van Tourneau)
06. King Creole (mixed by Robert Meunier & Erich van Tourneau)
07. Bossa Nova Baby (mixed by Serban Ghenea)
08. Burning Love (mixed by Serban Ghenea)
09. Memories (mixed by Robert Meunier & Erich van Tourneau)
10. Can't Help Falling In Love (mixed by Serban Ghenea)
11. You'll Never Walk Alone (Piano Interlude) (mixed by Robert Meunier & Erich van Tourneau)
12. Suspicious Minds (mixed by Brendan O'Brien)

Regarding the Chilean Mining Disaster. As you will recall, one of the Chilean miners is an Elvis fan and insisted on a photograph of Elvis being sent down to him. He also raised the spirits of the other miners by organising Elvis singalongs.

It was anticipated that the miners would not be freed until around Christmas time but rapid progress has been made and it is anticipated that they will be free in around two weeks time. I, and others, thought that it would be a nice gesture if EPE were to arrange a free trip to Graceland for him and perhaps, the other miners, when they were rescued and had time to overcome some of their trauma.

An e-mail was sent to EPE and I am very pleased to print the following reply I have just received from them: "Yes, we are in touch with CNN Chile and have sent a big package of movies and music that they are sending down to him for the rest of the time. We are also talking with them about a visit!".

Source: EP Gold

"Suspicious Minds", the first CD single from the forthcoming VIVA ELVIS CD to be released in Argentina for download only.

LISTEN!

Source: SONY Argentina

The 'Elvis Forever' concert that was broadcasted yesterday by BBC Radio 2, lasted for almost 3 hours.

In the year that the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll would have turned 75, Radio 2 brought together some great names from the world of pop and rock music to perform his best loved and most popular songs as part of Elvis Forever, a concert in London’s Hyde Park on Sunday 12 September 2010, hosted by Radio 2 breakfast show presenter Chris Evans with a special appearance by Priscilla Presley.

The proceedings were led by Chris plus other guest presenters who are all great fans of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, culminating in a spectacular firework finale.

The line-up of stars performing included among others: Tom Jones, Suzi Quatro, TCB Band [Glen Hardin (piano) James Burton (Gtr) Jerry Scheff (Bass gtr) Ronnie Tutt (dms)] and BBC Concert Orchestra (60 piece) (Conductor Mike Dixon).

On stage, Suzi Quatro was wearing a black leather catsuit, playing a Pink Paisly, the iconic James Burton guitar. Tom Jones performed together with the TCB Band. The concert ended with a firework on the music of the 'Viva Elvis' version of Suspicious Minds.

Source: Fuente: http://www.bbc.co.uk

ELVIS AS RECORDED AT BOSTON GARDEN '71 features the highly regarded concert that Elvis performed on November 10, 1971. Still at the height of his power, Elvis received critical acclaim for this show and now this official release finally makes it available for fans around the world. With so few live recordings available from this period, this is a key release for anyone’s collection. ELVIS AS RECORDED AT BOSTON GARDEN ’71 is released in a 5” digipack format with an 8-page booklet.

ELVIS is a 2-DISC SET in the CLASSIC ALBUM series. Originally released in 1973, the track listing was changed substantially before its commercial release. Here for the first time, ALL the proposed recordings are in included for the first time. In addition, it features great unreleased outtakes. The 7” inch digi-pack format features a 12-page booklet with great photographs and wonderful unseen memorabilia.

Source: www.elvisunlimited.com

The Elvis Files Vol. 2 1957-1959 will be available as a Hardcover Book with 472 pages, plus over 1,300 pictures. The Elvis Files volumes 1-6 carefully documents almost every single day of Elvis Presley's life from the 1954 to 1977, covering everything from what he wore on stage to whom he meet that day.

Source: Various

Elvis' music lives on, and 33 years after his death, his life and achievements continue to have a great emotional impact on all of us.

Please visit our guestbook and leave your message celebrating Elvis' legacy.

The Complete Elvis Presley Masters, a 30 CD limited edition box set is now officially announced. The set will include every Elvis Presley master recording released during his lifetime, presented in chronological order for the first time (711 original masters) plus an extra 103 rarities. Ernst Jorgensen will reveal the full details of this project in Memphis on Aug 14 during 'Conversations on Elvis'.

Limited edition first-run of only 1,000 copies.

30 CDs featuring 711 original master recordings and 103 rarities. 240-page hardcover book with complete discography produced exclusively for this collection. All housed in a limited edition display case. A new website, www.elvis.com/completeelvis will be online soon.

Source: Sony Music

Ernst and Roger, the FTD-team, mailed out a news flash with the official announcement of the upcoming releases. Last week, some of the new releases were already announced, prior to the official message from FTD. The releases that are planned at this stage are:

After The King Creole Book/CD FTD will release Good Times on vinyl. It will be released August, 2010.

Source: www.elvisunlimited.com

The next release from FTD will be a King Creole Book with CD, with Pictures from Pål Granlund's collection. The focus of this book and CD set is on the recording sessions with all the details and photo’s made during the recording sessions.

From the author of the critical acclaimed book ELVIS - THE KING OF LAS VEGAS comes this stunning six-volume series, unlike anything you've seen before. The Elvis Files volumes 1-6 carefully documents almost every single day of Elvis Presley's life from the 1954 to 1977, covering everything from what he wore on stage to whom he meet that day. Each book is a deluxe Hardcover and contains 472 pages packed with over 1200 images, many of them never seen before, with interviews and concert reviews. Size: 25cm (10") x 30cm (12"). The first published book in the The Elvis Files Series is: VOLUME 3, 1960-1964. Having seen ELVIS - THE KING OF LAS VEGAS book we know to expect the ultimate Elvis book, and series!!!!

After they filmed ELVIS - THAT'S THE WAY IT IS, Elvis and his team were eager to follow that success with another captivating concert documentary. How could they make it different? By going backstage and on the road. Now, for only one night, you can experience the excitement of what it was like to tour with Elvis. On Thursday July 29, 2010 in select movie theaters nationwide, see the masterpiece ELVIS ON TOUR

Elvis.com visitors get the exclusive access to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public! Visit the "Elvis on Tour" Event Page for a complete list of theaters and to purchase tickets before the general public.

Warner Bros., Elvis Presley Enterprises and NCM Fathom are commemorating the 75th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s birth by presenting Elvis on Tour: 75th Anniversary Celebration, a special in-theater event that celebrates the timeless music of the rock'n'roll icon.

This one night event will feature much of the last film footage shot with Elvis, a specially produced, exclusive retrospective from Priscilla Presley, and never-before-seen Elvis footage. More than 25 numbers spotlighting Elvis Presley’s talent, range and showmanship fill this lively chronicle of his multi-city 1972 series of concerts. Plus montage sequences (supervised by Martin Scorsese) showcase Presley’s early career in music and movies. The unique split-screen presentation conveys the whirlwind, "you-are-there" energy and performance thrills of ELVIS ON TOUR. The result of this different look at the King of Rock'n’'Roll™ Fan euphoria – and a Golden Globe® for Best Documentary.

The presentation of ELVIS ON TOUR will be specially formatted to preserve the exact aspect ratio of the film as first seen by audiences in 1972.

Source: EPE

The next release in FTD's classic album series will be How Great Thou Art. Please see our FTD CD's section for tracklisting.

Last night at 11:35 PM (Eastern Time), the cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET performed on CBS' "Late Show with David Letterman." The MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is: Eddie Clendening (ELVIS PRESLEY), Lance Guest (JOHNNY CASH), Levi Kreis (JERRY LEE LEWIS) and Robert Britton Lyons (CARL PERKINS). WATCH THE CLIP

Source: www.broadwayworld.com