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FTD Confusion Raised On Rock Or Pot Luck?

Ep.Gold announced yesterday 'Raised On Rock' is one of the July releases, but Elvis World has published that it may in fact be the album 'Pot Luck' .

Andylon Lensen just got the confirmation personally from Ernst Jorgensen that the FTD Special Ediotion 2 Cd for July is "Raised On Rock" and not "Pot Luck" .

Recorded live in Las Vegas on February 06, 1972, Midnight show.
As Bonus part of February 21 Midnight Show and February 22 Dinner Show.

This is the first audience show ever released of the 1972 season.

The forthcoming release from the "SR" label is titled "Rock and Blues" and will feature the unreleased show from Las Vegas February 06, 1972 Midnight + two parts of a show preformed February 21 and 22, 1972.

As everybody knows SR concentrates it's work on early 70's live period of Elvis' activity, trying to produce always unreleased shows with Elvis at the top of his possibilities. This our seventh release, we are proud to present three very rare shows, one complete and part of two others so as to give you a more complete view of the season. The complete show from February 6th midnight performance is the first audience released recording from this season and in addition we combine the best of the February 21st midnight show and the 22nd dinner show to give you the opportunity to listen to a larger picture of the man and his music during this season. Elvis' love of singing is clear in these tapes and we are glad to give you the opportunity to listen to them.

The midnight show from February 06th, as presented on this CD, represents just one of the best shows of the season, If we look closely at the first Vegas act of 1972 we can see that Elvis concentrates on the music to produce great shows. The in-between song chat and banter have gone and each number is delivered promptly without even a pause for applause. The 'NEW' songs introduced do reflect the mood of the man and for sure the rocking days are over but the rendition of the early seventies repertoire is solid and sung with great ability.

Talking of these new additions we see some great songs, representative of his life from this stage on. Naturally we are referring to songs such as 'You Gave Me A Mountain' which has an autobiographical theme and 'An American Trilogy' which demonstrates his personal beliefs and patriotic views. Elvis also worked hard to promote his new single 'Until It's Time For You To Go.' Here are also included rare performances of Help Me Make It Through The Night and Hawaiian Wedding Song.

These recordings come from an early generation copy of the master tape, the sound quality is very good considering the season. The sound was restored in a studio to achieve best possible results. We have spent hours in the studio over the digital restoration of the sound, to achieve the best possible results and to give you the chance to hear it with pleasure. So enjoy our work and realize: this is the best possible audience recording(AR) of this season you can find all around! Until now we had only the opening night and a live compilation from BGM from the period 14-17 February. Here is the first chance to listen to a different Elvis in a complete show far away from nervousness of an opening night or a professional recording.

For the first time from this label, this new CD will come in a deluxe package with a 16-page booklet, containing a collection of live and candid photographs from February - 1972 and informative liner notes. Not a simple collection of pictures but a booklet professionally edited in line with the tradition of SR's previous one. We spent time to research good shots in a way to give shape to something different and an artistic layout hard to do overall because extended throughout a 16 page booklet.

Tracks:

01.2001 Theme; 02.C, C Rider; 03.Proud Mary; 04.Never Been To Spain; 05.You Gave Me A Mountain;06.Until It's Time For You To Go; 07.Polk Salad Annie; 08.Love Me;09.Little Sister/Get Back; 10.All Shook Up; 11.Teddy Bear/Don't Be Cruel; 12.One Night; 13.Hound Dog; 14.A Big Hunk O'Love; 15.Bridge Over Troubled Water; 16.Suspicious Minds; 17.Introductions; 18.American Trilogy; 19.Can't Help Falling In Love.

time 49.00 min.

Bonus tracks:

20.Proud Mary; 21.Never Been In Spain; 22.You Gave Me a Mountain; 23.Until It's Time For You To Go; 24.Help Me Make It Through The Night;

Time 16.23 from February 21, Midnight Show.

25.Polk Salad Annie; 26.A Big Hunk O'Love; 27.Hawaiin Wedding Song; 28.Bridge Over Troubled Water; 29. American Trilogy;

time 14.33 from February 22 Dinner Show.

Approximate Total running time: 79.50

There used to be a time when fans and visitors were chased away from 1266 Dolan Drive, the former house of Vernon Presley, where he lived with his fiancée Sandi, and earlier on, with his wife Dee. The new owners didn’t care too much for fans, and made that clear with signs such as “Stay away” and “No pictures”. But times, they are a-changing. On August 15th, initiated by the Britsih fanclub Essential Elvis, the Dolan House opens up the gates for fans who wish to take a look inside.

On www.elvispresleynews.com we discovered some interesting history about the house, which was actually a wedding gift from Elvis in 1962, built at a cost of $25,000 and situated behind the barn at the north end of the Graceland property. The Dolan House was original part of Graceland property. Elvis had the Tudor style house built so a back entrance could connect the two properties. Before Elvis died, it was possible to roll the fence to one side allowing Vernon or Elvis to drive between the two houses.

It has been said that Vernon built the house the way he wanted it, then Dee remodeled it to her liking. Some of the changes she made included, enclosing the back patio, turning the garage into living space, constructing a separate carport, and knocking out walls to enlarge the size of the kitchen and dining room. The Jacuzzi (see picture above) in the master bedroom was also Dee's idea.

The first bedroom at the top of the stairs is where Priscilla called home when she first moved to Memphis to be close to Elvis. Other than new paint and carpeting, the house is exactly the way Vernon left it when Elvis passed away. Later Vernon moved into Graceland , and sold the house to the couple that owned the Hickory Log restaurant across from Graceland .

Dee was awarded the Dolan House when she divorced Vernon. Some time later, Vernon bought it back from her and lived in it with his fiancée, Sandy Miller. To the left of the fireplace are steps leading to the upstairs bedrooms that were once occupied by the Stanley brothers.

During a country-fair in Nuernberg, Germany, last year, the idea of the album „Elvis Goes To Country Heaven“ emerged. Several artists and bands sat down at a hotelbar and talked about music.

The chat came up to Elvis Presley and the 30th anniversary of his death this year. Quickly the idea took shape, that everyone should record their favourite song and add their own personal touch to it.

And so, an album with typical Elvis Presley songs was created, interpreted by European artists of various styles. Among the artists participating in this project are Suzie Candell, Tex Robinson and Wild Bunch.

2007/05/31 www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com

King's Food More Than PB And Bananas.

The King of Rock n' Roll created music, but thousands of others have created other items in his image. There are Elvis T-shirts, Elvis dolls, Elvis purses, Elvis plates and Elvis tapestries. But for fans who want to eat like the King, there are plenty of Elvis-themed cookbooks out there.

The Tupelo Elvis Presley Fan Club has been hard at work creating its cookbook. The book will feature more than 400 recipes of all types and will also include never-before-seen photos of the King, said club president Barbara Mallory.

On the divider pages, there will be history and fun facts about Elvis' life, she said. The club hopes to have the book ready for this weekend's festival, but if it's not, folks can pre-order the book at the festival. The Tupelo Elvis Presley Fan Club book will sell for $20

BMG Japan will release the CDs "Viva Las Vegas" (2CD), Elvis At The Movies" (2CD) and "Elvis - Ultimate Gospel" (single CD) with two bonus tracks on August 16, 2007.

An additional release on the same date is "Elvis: Best Hits In Japan" .

Warner Japan will release their new and reissue DVD titles on August 10, 2007 in Japan.

The titles:

Elvis: The Hollywood Collection (5-DVD Box Set)
(Charro, Kissin' Cousins, Girl Happy, Stay Away, Joe, Live A Little, Love A Little)

This is Elvis, 2-Disc Special Edition (2-DVD)
Elvis: That's the Way It Is, 2-Disc Special Edition (2-DVD)
Viva Las Vegas, Deluxe Edition
Jailhouse Rock, Deluxe Edition
It Happened At The World's Fair (Re-release)
Harum Scarum (Re-release)
Spinout (Re-release)
Double Trouble (Re-release)
Speedway (Re-release)
The Trouble With Girls (Re-release)

Maarten Jansen, the star of the last ElvisMatters concerts, has decided to take the step to theatre productions.

Next Saturday, June 2nd, he launches “The Memphis Experience” with a try out show at “The Pakhuus” in Silvolde, Netherlands (2, Molenberg).

Tickets are 10 to 12.50 euro, and are available by following the link: http://www.silvoldewisch.com/pakhuus.htm

Knowing Maarten, this will be another must-see experience!

2007/05/31 www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com

The regular July 1, 2007 release is called ”I SING ALL KINDS”, and it is a collection of outtakes from the sessions in Nashville during 1971.

This CD has been high on the priority list of many fans for quite some time.

“I SING ALL KINDS”
(The Nashville 1971 Sessions)

1) Bosom Of Abraham - take 4 1:42
(Johnson/McFadden/Brooks)
2) I’ve Got Confidence - take 1 3:07
(A. Crouch)
3) An Evening Prayer - take 5 1:58
(Battersby/Gabriel)
4) (That’s What You Get) For Lovin’ Me - take 10 3:03
(Gordon Lightfoot)
5) Early Morning Rain - take 11 3:04
(Gordon Lightfoot)
6) Fools Rush In - take 14 2:49
(R. Bloom/J. Mercer)
7) Help Me Make It Through The Night - takes 6 & 7 3:26
(Kris Kristofferson)
8) It’s Still Here - takes 2,3 &1 3:49
(Ivory Joe Hunter)
9) I Will Be True - take 1 2:30
(Ivory Joe Hunter)
10) Until It’s Time For You To Go - (June version) takes 5 & 6 4:11
(Buffy Sainte-Marie)
11) It’s Only Love - take 7 (slated 6) 2:52
(Mark James/Steve Tyrell)
12) I’m Leavin’ - take 3 4:00
(Michael Jarrett/Sonny Charles)
13) Love Me, Love The Life I Lead - take 4 3:15
(Tony Macaulay/Roger Greenaway)
14) Padre - take 2 2:43
(LaRue/Hebster/Romans)
15) Seeing Is Believing - take 7 2:57
(Red West/Glen Spreen)
16) A Thing Called Love - take 1 2:40
(Jerry Reed)
17) Put Your Hand In The Hand - take 1 3:14
(Gene Maclellan)
18) Johnny B. Goode (incomplete) 1:06
(Chuck Berry)
19) I’ll Be Home On Christmas Day - take 3 4:55
(Michael Jarrett)
20) Holly Leaves And Christmas Trees - Take 4 2:23
(Red West/Glen Spreen)
21) If I Get Home On Christmas Day - take 1 2:55
(Tony Macaulay)
22) It Won’t Seem Like Christmas (Without You) - take 3 2:34
(J.A. Balthrop)
23) I’ll Be Home On Christmas Day (remake) - take 2 4:00
(Michael Jarrett)

EASY COME, EASY GO – single disc, featuring the newly discovered original stereo mixes.

Please also note that in the future there won’t necessarily be the regular 5” digipack releases every quarter.

2007/05/30 The United Elvis Presley Society - / Note: Andylon Lensen / www.epgold.com

Officials in Memphis are bracing for a tourist invasion as Graceland celebrates the 30th Elvis Week, a commemoration of music, magic and memories of the King.

Hotel rooms are being snapped up three months in advance of the Aug. 11-19 celebration, The (Memphis) Commercial-Appeal reported Tuesday. Major events during the week already are sold out.

Five years ago, the 25th anniversary celebration broke records with an estimated 75,000 tourists, said Jack Soden, Elvis Presley Enterprises chief executive officer. He said he realized the 30th could be bigger when tickets went on sale for the anniversary concert at FedExForum.

2007/05/30 Post Chronicle / www.epgold.com

Collection Of Coins And Elvis Memorabilia May Have Led To Murder And Suicide.

Scottsdale police say robbery led to the slaying of a former New York City firefighter found dead inside his apartment. The focus of the investigation is on a missing coin collection from a safe inside the victim's Scottsdale apartment, police said. The family of Salvatore Princiotta was unable to detail the exact content or value of the coin collection and what they described as missing "Elvis Presley memorabilia."

Family members told police Princiotta had befriended a person named "Jeff." Police narrowed their search to Jeffrey Lynn Bigham, 56, a resident of Arizona and California. Phone records obtained by Scottsdale police showed Princiotta and Bigham were in daily contact until early May. Detectives said they determined that Bigham was in Scottsdale on May 1, the day Princiotta was killed. Princiotta's decomposed body was found May 14 in his Scottsdale apartment.

By Friday, investigators had developed probable cause to believe that Bigham was responsible for the killing, officers said. Scottsdale detectives discovered that Bigham was in California. They traveled to the San Bernardino, Calif., area to begin searching for him. Late Friday, police located Bigham at a motel in San Bernardino. Scottsdale police detectives and San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputies attempted to contact Bigham at the motel. Upon seeing law enforcement, Bigham fled on foot and was chased by detectives, police said. After a short distance, Bigham pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head as officers closed in, police said. Bigham died a short time later at a hospital. Princiotta, 43, responded to the Sept. 11 attacks while serving as a New York City firefighter. He moved to Arizona because he suffered from lung problems.

"We believe it was robbery," his brother Chuck Princiotta, 53, told The News. "I believe [the killer] knew my brother had some valuables." Salvatore Princiotta's vast collection of Elvis memorabilia included items signed by the King. Princiotta was given the memorabilia when he stopped at Graceland two months after 9/11 during a charity bicycle ride that raised money for the widows and children of slain firefighters. Princiotta, 43, a nephew of renowned Deputy Fire Chief Ray Downey, a 39-year veteran of the FDNY who was killed on 9/11, idolized Elvis, his relatives said. He even grew sideburns to look like the famed singer, leading his fellow firefighters at Ladder 9, Engine 33, in lower Manhattan to nickname him "Elvis.

The French publisher Ramsay re-released the French version of Elvis and Me ("Elvis, Mon Amour by Priscilla Beaulieu-Presley") in May.

The book was previously released as "Elvis Et Moi" in 1987 and in 1997 with the title "Elvis Intime". All editions were translated by Francois Jouffa.

2007/05/29 Elvis Book research - www.xs4all.nl/~vnhouten / www.epgold.com

The 2007 Elvis Presley Festival will pay homage to its namesake's affinity for gospel music with a concert at Tupelo's First United Methodist Church. The event started when Travis LeDoyt, an Elvis tribute artist, performed a gospel-themed show.

"It's been a very successful part of the festival," said Jim High, assistant director of the Downtown Tupelo Main Street Association, which oversees the festival.

LeDoyt won't make the 2007 concert, but Dean Vegas, a tribute artist from Australia, will lend his voice to the joyful noise. He'll perform several songs with Terry Blackwood and the Imperials.

"They sang with Elvis on his gospel records, so there's that connection," High said.

The Landmarks and the Lane Chapel Quartet also are scheduled to perform. It's a casual event, and members of the festival staff have been known to appear in their shorts and T-shirts.

"People are free to shout, clap and sing along if they want to," High said.

The church seats about 500 people, and the gospel concert usually sells out. Tickets cost $10 each, and they're available at www.tupeloelvisfestival.com

"You need to get your reservations early," High said. "Last year, we turned people away. You hate to do that, but when you get full, you get full."

2007/05/29 M. Scott Morris - Daily Journal / www.epgold.com

The Blue-ray and HD DVD versions of Jailhouse Rock and Viva Las Vegas are nowavailable on Amazon.com.

Confiscated Elvis Items Up For Auction.

A date has been set for an auction of Elvis Presley memorabilia which was confiscated from a thief, it was announced today.

Julie Wall's vast collection - numbering thousands of individual items - will go under the hammer next month to repay the £600,000 she siphoned from her employers.

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is hoping the sale will attract huge interest in the run-up to the 30th anniversary of The King`s death on August 16.

The rarest item is a South African pressing of a recording by Presley and Janis Martin with a guide price of £500, but which sells for about £2,500 at retail prices.

:: A 1964 credit card receipt from Presley`s Texaco Gas account;
:: An autographed copy of the album A Date with Elvis;
:: A limited edition of the first Elvis Presley CD ever released.

CPS confiscation chief Gary Balch said: "Our message to all those who commit any crime for financial gain is that when they are caught they not only run the risk of receiving a prison sentence, but they will be stripped of the full profits of their crimes.

"This case is unusual because of the nature and volume of the property confiscated.

"However, it demonstrates the commitment of the CPS to recover as much compensation as we can."

The sale could generate £200,000 to £300,000.

Mr Balch added: "Whilst we cannot realistically expect the proceeds of the auction to fully recompense the council for its losses, it will be a significant step in the right direction."

In January last year a recorder at Lincoln Crown Court ruled 47-year-old Wall should repay her debts to North Kesteven District Council after she admitted two counts of theft.

She was also handed a three year jail term.

Wall, of Rippon Drive, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, stole a total of £597,964 while working as a cashier for the council.

She pocketed cash collected from council parking meters, taking up to £10,000 every month.

Her role at the council, where she had worked for more than 30 years, was to deposit takings from meters into the council`s bank account.

But for a decade she stole a fortune in small change, using it to feed her compulsion for Elvis memorabilia at collectors` fairs and specialist shops across the country.

The court heard that Wall had declared herself bankrupt following her conviction, meaning her only assets were the Elvis memorabilia and a second-hand Vauxhall Astra.

Proceeds of the sale at Bamfords Ltd in Derby will go to the council which suffered Wall`s thefts over a 10 year period.

Additional information:

Catalogues for the auction are available free by email:

Friday 8th June 1pm - 6pm
Saturday 9th June 10am - 1pm
Sale Day: Sunday 10th 10am - 1pm, sale starts 1pm

The finnish digi TV channel YLE Teema will air the whole night Elvis Presley programs on August 18. The evening begins with the documentary "200 Cadillacs" and continues with "Elvis", the TV special from 1968.

After the classic TV special the feature film "Viva Las Vegas" will be aired. The evening ends when the re-cut of "Elvis: That's the Way It Is" is aired.

The US Postal Service is bracing itself for an intergalactic attack. The Star Wars stamp has been released.

Several observers predict that based on pre-release interest it could outstrip the Elvis stamp (which has sold around 517 million stamps).

A print run of 450 million Star Wars stamps has been (so far) commissioned. Let's hope the "force" remains with the King!

2007/05/28 www.NewsTribune.com / www.epgold.com

It's Elvis Time, the oldest Elvis fan club in the Nertherlands has registered a star in Elvis' name.

Elvis is a "star", everyone must know that by now. But this August he will become a real "star".

On August 16th 2007 it will be 30 years since Elvis died at the age of 42 in his mansion Graceland, in Memphis Tennessee USA.

On this date the Online Star Registry" (OSR) has accepted registration of a star in the universe with the name "Elvis A. Presley".

You can find this star at the following co-ordinates: 06H22M;+62° 06´. The registry number is: 60139445. Happy star gazing!

Not one empty seat in the house, a swinging, rocking orchestra of 65 musicians, the Electric Band, Maarten Jansen, the Explosion Rockets (with Ruud Kuijpers) and of course the Sweet Inspirations: what could possibly go wrong with this combination?

Our sincere thanks to everybody who made this special ELVIS FESTIVAL a hit!

2007/05/28 www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com

A new tower and a set of 9 bells can play portuguese popular songs or others like Bach's tunes. The new tower and set of bells started to play on May 25th at Calheiros's Church in Ponte de Lima (Portugal).

Viana do Castelo's Bishop, D. José Augusto Pedreira was present at the inaugural concert of this set of bells. Besides gospel music, the bells played classical music followed by three portuguese popular tunes, two Christmas tunes and "Yellow Subbmarine" by The Beatles and "Love Me Tender" by Elvis Presley.

Here Is The Promo video for the upcoming Memphis Recording Service "Tupelo's Own" set.

Tupelo's Own

The release is produced by Joseph Pirzada and Co Produced by Joseph Tunzi. The Limited Edition book accompanying the DVD is written by Tupelo’s own Roy Turner and involves many people including the fans who were there, to the likes of Scotty Moore and DJ Fontana. The book is available with the DVD for a short time only.

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.

Further unseen footage contains backstage, the evening show, parade, Tupelo 57 and many more. Please note that the DVD contains specially licensed footage by Fox.

Interview with Elvis at the 1957 Tupelo show NEVER BEFORE HEARD!

The DVD Audio section contains 21 tracks of the two shows from Tupelo 1956 concerts.

LIMITED EDITION SPECIAL BONUS: The Book - Tupelo’s Own Elvis Presley.

The book contains nearly 200 pages of Elvis in his birth town of Tupelo Mississippi. Born into plainness poverty in 1935, Elvis and his parents left Tupelo in 1948 for a better life in Memphis. Elvis triumphantly returns to Tupelo like a tornado in 1956 for a welcome reception bigger than that of President Franklin Roosevelt’s visit to the city in 1934. The book is written by Tupelo’s own Roy Turner, Elvis/Tupelo historian.

See the hundreds of photographs of Elvis both on stage and backstage from the Tupelo events of 1956 and 1957. Included are many unpublished photographs, ticket stubs, newspaper articles and the first known Elvis signature, all seen here FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER! Available for a short time only.

FULL DVD CONTENT

PART 1: DVD- VIDEO

1) Tupelo Welcomes Home Elvis Presley – UNRELEASED footage of the Parade in Tupelo on 26th September 1956 as well as some backstage footage with Elvis. The audio accompanying the clip are the interviews with Elvis, Vernon and Gladys Presley, Nick Adams and Judy Hopper. Running time: 7 min 41 sec

2) Tupelo’s Own Elvis Presley – UNRELEASED film from the afternoon performance ‘The Mississippi-Alabama Fair and Dairy Show’ at the Fairgrounds in Tupelo Mississippi on 26th September 1956. Never before have we seen an Elvis concert from the 50’s with sound. Until Now! Running time: 13 min 09 sec.

Song Performances:

1. Heartbreak Hotel
2. Long Tall Sally
3. Presentation to the City
4. I Was The One
5. I Want Need Love You & I Got a Woman*
6. Don’t Be Cruel
7. Hound Dog*
* Songs available in parts as no footage exist

3) Tupelo Evening Show Clip - UNRELEASED footage from the evening performance. Running time 0.46 sec.

4) Original Fox Movie tone News Reel 1956 – running time 1min 24 sec.

5) Elvis in Tupelo 1957 - Includes an UNRELEASED AUDIO interview with Elvis Presley and Anita Wood. The footage contains performance clips from the 27th September 1957 show as well as backstage and more. 10 mins 12 sec.

Total uunning time: 33 minutes 12 seconds

PART 2: DVD - AUDIO

21 tracks of the Afternoon and Evening performance from the 26th September 1956 shows. All tracks accompanied with photographs. Total running time 51.13

Audio Tracklisting:

Afternoon Show:
01 Heartbreak Hotel
02 Long Tall Sally
03 Presentation Key To The City
04 I Was The One
05 I Want You, I Need You , I Love You
06 Announcement
07 I Got a Woman
08 Don't Be Cruel
09 Ready Teddy
10 Love Me Tender
11 Hound Dog

Evening Show:
12 Love Me Tender
13 I Was The One
14 I Got a Woman
15 Dialogue
16 Don't Be Cruel
17 Blue Suede Shoes
18 Dialogue
19 Baby, Let's Play House
20 Hound Dog
21 Dialogue

Region 0 and can be played worldwide.

Pre Order Now -The Limited Edition Book & DVD Tupelo's Own Elvis € 34.95

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The Burning Hot Sweet Inspirations (Estelle Brown, Portia Griffin & Myrna Smith) arrived this morning in Brussels Airport, after a short night.

Yesterday evening, Saturday, the Sweets played Milan, Italy and today, Sunday, the legendary back up vocals for Elvis are the stars of THE ELVIS FESTIVAL in Tilburg, Holland.

Tickets are available at the desk of showroom "013" in Tilburg.

Doors open 7 pm, show 8 pm.

OPEN: Saturday & Sunday and Monday May 26 - 27 - 28, 2007 - 1300. PM - 1800 PM.

E-Mail: elvisinternational@casema.nl

The Netherlands : 0251 - 821240
Other Country's Dial : 00 - 31 - 251 - 821240

2007/05/26 ElvisInternational / www.epgold.com

Little Sister/Get Back (TTWII Outtake)

Love Me (TTWII Outtake)

2007/05/26 EpGold.Com

The Via Elvis Presley.

Parma is the first Italian city that has named a street after Elvis: the "Via Elvis Presley".

The second Italian city with Elvis' name in a street is Rimini.

2007/05/26 E-Mail / www.epgold.com

TV Land And The City Of Honolulu, Hawaii Will Honor Elvis During The 30th Anniversary.

Music legend. Pop icon. The King of rock ‘n’ roll. Elvis Presley electrified the world and endeared himself to generations of fans with his talent, charisma, good looks, humor and genuine kindness.

Now TV Land and the city of Honolulu, Hawaii will honor Elvis during the 30th anniversary year of his passing with a life-sized bronze sculpture.

This TV Land Landmark will commemorate the King’s 1973 "Aloha from Hawaii concert". Created with the permission and involvement of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc., the sculpture will grace The Neal S. Blaisdell Center, formerly The Honolulu International Center, site of the historic "Aloha from Hawaii" event.

Fans can log on today at www.TVLand.com to view video excerpts and photos from Elvis's historic Aloha From Hawaii performance. Following this momentous event, beginning Aug. 1, 2007, TV Land will celebrate Elvis with an on-air tribute commemorating his unprecedented legacy throughout the entire month.

From the '68 Comeback Special to Aloha from Hawaii to the documentary "Elvis By The Presleys" to his much-loved films like Love Me Tender and Wild in the Country, TV Land will showcase Elvis Presley's work every single day in August.

"Elvis is the ultimate icon of pop culture, especially to the Boomer generation, and one of the greatest entertainers of the 20th century," states Larry W. Jones. "Celebrating his legacy this August on TV Land will be a unifying event for current and future Elvis fans."

2007/05/26 TV Land / www.epgold.com

Farewell To Milo High, Pilot of Elvis's JetStar.

Milo High, who was the pilot of Elvis's "Hound Dog II" JetStar plane, has passed away.

This company has charge of the arrangements:

Family Funeral Care
4925 Summer Ave.
Memphis, TN 38122
901-761-8000

Visitation will be on Tuesday evening, May 29th, time TBA. The funeral will be at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, May 30th.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. High and all the family in this time of loss.

Milo High flew both the Hound Dog 1 and was co-pilot to the Lisa Marie.

Elvis paid $250,000 in 1975 for the 96 seat, four engine plane Lisa Marie and spent over a half a million dollars more to have it stripped & customized to include a lounge with suede sofas and leather-topped game tables, a conference/dining room with leather recliner chairs, a sitting/guest bedroom, a master bedroom with a queen-size bed, and a fully equipped galley, and two half-baths with 24K gold-flecked sinks.

Television, video and stereo systems, sky phones and gold-plated seat belt buckles were among the other appointments and accessories. Elvis employed a full-time crew of four for his plane including pilot Milo High.

It was on this plane in February 1976 that Elvis flew with friends from Memphis to Denver (900 miles) just to pick up a takeaway. From Graceland, he ordered them all a specialty sandwich named Fool's Gold because of its outrageous price -$49.95.

Elvis' plane touched down at 1:40 am in Denver and taxied to a private hangar. The owner of the restaurant personally brought Elvis and his party the order of twenty-two loaves on silver trays along with a case of Perrier, a case of champagne and a chest of cracked ice as requested. Elvis, his friends and the crew feasted on board then headed back to Memphis...

2007/05/26 EPE - www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com

Artwork Paramount DVD sets in EC.

Here are two DVD boxes from Paramount which each contains four Elvis movies.

These sets entitled “The 30th Anniversary DVD Collection” (region 2, PAL format) are due for release July 10, 2007.

Box 1: King Creole”, “Easy Come, Easy Go”, “Paradise Hawaiian Style” and “Fun In Acapulco”.

Box 2: “G.I. Blues”, “Girls!, Girls, Girls”, “Roustabout” and “Blue Hawaii”.

2007/05/26 www.amazon.fr - Various / www.epgold.com

Watch Out For Strange Movie Guitar.

Elvis collectors, attention! eBay is offering several Elvis related items which may be of interest to you. An acoustic Franconian musical Framus guitar with two prominent F holes is one of them.

According to the description, the instrument was given to a co-actor on the movie "Easy Come Easy Go" and is signed "Thanks for everything, from Elvis Presley" on the front, and is also signed "Vernon" on the back.

The guitar comes with three letters of authenticity, one from Vince Everett who purchased the guitar, Andy Schroer from the Elvis Presley exhibition and another from the late Bill Lynn. Lynn, however, proved to be not always trustworthy.

The odd thing is that Elvis played electric guitar only in the movie, while the “signed movie guitar” is acoustic. Our advice: do think twice. Target price: 35.000 $US

2007/05/26 Ebay - www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com

Remember Elvis 30th Anniversary Edition.

Cover art of the hardcover 30th Anniversary Edition of Joe Esposito's book "Remember Elvis".

2007/05/26 www.tcbjoe.com / www.epgold.com

Elvis Star.

Just anybody must know that by now.

On August 16th 2007 it´s 30 years ago Elvis died at the age of 42 in his mansion Graceland, Memphis Tennessee USA.

OSR has registered a starname on this date, with the following coordinates 06H22M;+62° 06´ officially registered and named in OSR ( online star register) as ELVIS A. PRESLEY.

A star named after a SUPERSTAR!
Registry no. 60139445

2007/05/25 The United Elvis Presley Society - http://elvisnews.skynetblogs.be / www.epgold.com

"The Uncut & Undubbed" RCA studio sessions released on the Wonderland Records import label.

It contains 69 songs from the June 1970 / 1973 sessions in Nashville.

The 24 pages booklet contains backgroiundinformation on the sessions.

CD 1- Undubbed Recordings 1970 - 1971:
Almost In Love (Chorus Track) - If I Were You - Only Believe - Mary In The Morning - You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me - I’ll Never Know - Just Pretend - Life - Stranger In The Crowd - This Is Our Dance - Heart Of Rome - It’s Your Baby, You Rock It - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face (Alternate Duet Version) - Help Me Make It Through The Night - Until It’s Time For You To Go (Remake) - It’s Only Love - We Can Make The Morning - Britches (Bonus Track)

CD 2 - Different Undubbed Recordings:
When I’m Over You - Make The World Go Away - Funny How Time Slips Away - Snowbird - Where Did They Go, Lord - Rags To Riches - The Sound Of Your Cry - I Washed My Hands In Muddy Water - Patch It Up - It Ain’t No Big Thing (But It’s Growing) - Bridge Over Troubled Water - Got My Mojo Working / Keep You Hands Off Her - Cindy, Cindy

CD 3 - Undubbed Masters 1971 - 1973:
Put Your Hand In The Hand - Reach Out To Jesus (Alternate Take) - He Is My Everything - There Is No God But God - I, John - Bosom Of Abraham - Put Your Hand In The Hand - Raised On Rock - Just A Little Bit - If You Don’t Come Back - Three Corn Patches - Take Good Care Of Her - Find Out What’s Happening - I’ve Got A Thing About You Baby - Just A Little Bit -
For Ol’ Time Sake - Raised On Rock

CD 4 - Different Undubbed Studio Recordings:
Twenty Days And Twenty Nights - I’ve Lost You - I Was Born About Ten Thousand Years Ago - The Sound Of Your Cry - The Fool - Little Cabin On The Hill - Cindy, Cindy - Bridge Over Troubled Water (Alternate Take) - Got My Mojo Working / Keep You Hands Off Her - How The Web Was Woven - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Until It’s Time For You To Go (Alternate Take) - Seperate Ways (Alternate Take) - For The Good Times - Where Do I Go From Here - Burning Love - Fool - Always On My Mind - It’s A Matter Of Time - For The Good Times - Until It’s Time For You To Go

2007/05/25 www.elvisclubberlin.de / www.epgold.com

The Elvis Boat...Exciting And New.

Carnival Cruise Lines and St. Louis, Mo.-based Jazz Cruises, LLC, a provider of full-ship charter music cruises, have partnered to offer "The Elvis Cruise," the first authentic, fully licensed specialty cruise that celebrates the music and life of the legendary Elvis Presley. The four-day cruise is scheduled to depart from Jacksonville, Fla., on August 30, 2007, and will feature visits to Freeport and Nassau, The Bahamas.

The one-of-a-kind voyage will be hosted by Jerry Schilling, longtime friend and confidant of the late Elvis Presley, and author of the book, Me and a Guy Named Elvis. Entertainment during the cruise will include live shows from artists who performed with Elvis and have been recognized for continuing his musical legacy, including the TCB Band, the Jordanaires, the Imperials, the Dempseys, Ronnie McDowell, Terry Mike Jeffrey & Band, Ruby Wilson and others.

"The Elvis Cruise" will celebrate the various phases of Elvis' musical life and career and include tributes to Elvis' performances in Memphis, Hawaii and Vegas, his dedication to Gospel and his gold hits. A number of themed events also will be featured, including an Elvis tribute contest, open to all guests, which will award $10,000 in prize money. Other activities will range from autograph and Q&A sessions with the musicians and hosts, to the Elvis Cruise T-Shirt Party, Elvis-themed bingo and more.

"This cruise provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for Elvis fans to come together and enjoy the exceptional music and memories of one of the most celebrated performing artists of all time, combined with a truly outstanding vacation experience," said Bob Dickinson, Carnival president and CEO.

"Jazz Cruises is thrilled to partner with Carnival Cruise Lines for this exciting celebration of Elvis' life," said Michael Lazaroff, executive director of Jazz Cruises, LLC. "We are excited to provide individuals who are passionate about Elvis with the exclusive opportunity to interact with fellow enthusiasts and revered performers in a spectacular and festive cruise setting." Carnival's "Fun Ship" Celebration features a diverse selection of lounges, bars and nightspots, along with a health and fitness center, Wi-Fi Internet access, cellular phone service, and three pools, one of which features the line's signature "Twister Waterslide."

The 1,486-passenger vessel also houses three restaurants, including two elegant main dining rooms with extensive menus and wine lists, and a poolside eatery offering a wide variety of cuisine, in addition to 24-hour pizza and self-serve ice cream/frozen yogurt. A sushi bar and complimentary 24-hour stateroom service are also available. Jazz Cruises is currently accepting reservations for the upcoming "Elvis Cruise" aboard Carnival's Celebration. Prices begin at $750 per person based on double occupancy and include all "Elvis Cruise" activities. For additional information or to book, call Jazz Cruises, LLC at 1-800- 704-3034 or visit www.theelviscruise.com .

“Fit for a King: The Story of B&K Enterprises” is the first TV-show to document the extraordinary story of B&K Enterprises one of the most unique costume shops of its kind in the world. They are internationally acclaimed for their reproductions of sequined jumpsuits, leather pants, embroidered capes, and an exquisite collection of accessories epitomized by Elvis Presley.

“Fit for a King” is an all-American story about childhood sweethearts Butch and Kim Polston who followed their dreams from small town Indiana all the way to Graceland.

Butch & Kim Polston have a passion for detail that lead to a working relationship with the original fabulous designers, Bill Belew and Gene Doucette. Together they pay homage to the King with their faithful recreations.

Belew, the designer who created the head-to-toe black-leather look for the 1968 TV special that became known as Presley's "comeback," became a collaborator whom Presley trusted to execute his more and more outrageous style ideas in the 1970s.

In 1972 Gene Doucette, started doing the designing on Elvis costumes for Hollywood costume legend Bill Belew.

Gene designed more than 50 elaborate outfits worn by the king of rock & Roll. He has also designed wardrobes for Cher, Bette Midler, Dolly Parton Diana Ross, Carol Burnette, Tina Turner and Muhammad Ali.

Featuring rare video footage, archival photographs of Elvis wearing his amazing outfits, as well as sketches and other original documentation.

“Fit for a King” showcases the risk-taking style that was part of Presley's power as a rock 'n' roll icon and the heartfelt friendships that have evolved from mutual admiration and respect.

As an premier on EpGold next week: The Trailer From “Fit for a King” The Story of B&K Enterprises.

2007/05/24 Andy Dumas – Beechwood Entertainment / Andylon Lensen - www.epgold.com

Miss USA Rachel Smit in an Elvis-inspired dress as she represents her country during one of the events of the Miss Universe pageant.

Smit won the Miss USA title, representing her home stage as Miss Tennessee.

Cover art of the upcoming MGM DVD box set "The Elvis Presley Collection" featuring Elvis' movies "Clambake", "Frankie and Johnny", "Follow That Dream" and "Kid Galahad".

Release date: July 24, 2007.

U.S. Billboard Elvis Chart listings for the week of June 2, 2007.

(sg - sales gainer, gg - greatest sales gainer, ne - new entry, re - re-entry)

Top Country Catalog Albums - Ultimate Gospel - down 7 to #14
Top Country Catalog Albums - Elvis 30 #1 Hits - down 6 to #19

Top Music Video - Elvis Lives - 25th Anniversary Concert - down 5 to #12
Top Comprehensive Music Video - 25th Anniversary Concert - down 5 to #12

Top Music Video - Elvis: 68 Comeback Special - down 11 to #28
Top Comprehensive Music Video - Elvis: 68 Comeback Special - down 11 to #28

Top Music Video - Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii - down 14 to #34
Top Comprehensive Music Video - Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii - down 14 to #34

New entries and Re-entries on the charts include:
- None

Dropping off the charts include:

- He Touched Me DVD drops off the Top Music Video and Comprehensive Music Video Charts
- Ultimate Gospel drops off the Top Pop Catalog Albums Chart
- Heartbreak Hotel drops off the Hot 100 Singles Sales Chart.

Notes of Interest
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Published by Hal Leonard and written by Jerry Naylor and Steve Halliday, this new release, features Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and on the road to stardom between 1954 and 1959.

From the publisher:

In five brief but glorious years, a handful of young, animated performers set the entertainment world on its ear.

The Rockabilly Legends - They Called It Rockabilly Long Before It Was Called Rock and Roll celebrates the rebel forefathers who created this raw, driving sound that continues to influence and inspire musicians.

This unique volume - part tribute, part first-person recollection, part history, and all fascinating - provides a complete picture of the times.

It features hundreds of original rare and captivating photos, including Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and others, along with candid interviews with music legends and personal reflections.

The stunningly 256 pages designed book also comes with a one-hour DVD sampler of rockabilly music to immerse the reader into those heady days from 1954 through 1959 when a new, high-energy sound and spirit instantly captured the hearts of fans around the world.

2007/05/24 E-Mail / www.epgold.com

By Sandi Pichon

The Reception from the Viva Las Vegas Fan Club and Sonny's book signings in Vegas were very successful. A special thanks goes to Sue Lorenz, President of VLVFC for all her efforts in making this a memorable event.

One of the most important things about Sonny's Vegas trip. He was able to see his old friend Rich Moreno, a former Hilton Security Guard, and spend some time with him. Moreno, whom Elvis affectionately called "Reno" is in the end stages of cancer.

He shared many stories with us at the Viva Las Vegas Fan Club Reception. Loanne Parker, Col's widow, was also present, and it was great reliving so many precious memories between the three of them. Please keep Rich in your prayers.

Also special thanks to my friend Sue McCasland for letting me stay with her (as always LOL) and for chaueffering us everywhere! Sonny did several tv, radio and magazine interviews and was warmly received everywhere he went in Vegas.

On Friday Sonny appeared with Pete Vallee, known as Big Elvis. Vallee is a very warm, kind man with a lovely baritone voice who pays a respectful tribute to Elvis. Some unkind remarks about Pete have been posted on various clubs and groups, and some have even attacked Sonny for appearing with him. How sad that people are so shallow to attack someone for their weight.

Pete has lost over 300 pounds (KUDOS TO HIM!) and is striving to lose more. Elvis would never have treated him the way some "fans" have, and would have been honored by Vallee's tribute. His show is very popular in Vegas and he is well thought of there. Sonny's friend Sam Thompson came out to see Sonny at Pete's show.

Marshall Terrill and his parents came in to be at the Border's signing. Billy Miller showed up there and tried to get Sonny to validate him and pose with a picture. Sonny told him in no uncertain terms, but in a gentlemanly manner, that he was a liar, that he had maligned the members of the Memphis Mafia, and that he (Billy Miller) did not do the things he had claimed. Sonny did not pose for a picture with him, and Miller and his wife left.

Elvis' and Sonny's old friend Marty Allen invited Sonny to his show at the Gold Coast on Sunday night. There Allen introduced Sonny from the stage and told some cute stories from the past, as well as plugged the book. I got some great pictures after the show.

Just thought you might like an update. If you want to order an autographed, personalized copy of "Elvis Still Taking Care of Business" go to www.sonnywest.com . For a complete schedule of Sonny's appearances in Tupelo and Memphis please email me at spichon@charter.net

Sony / BMG will release on June 19, 2007 a budget CD titled Elvis Presley Collections Vol.1 as part of their '' Collection series ''. As the flyer states it contains 12 of Elvis' most recognizable early hits. The picture shown on the flyer is not the final art cover.

Sony / BMG Canada Special Imports will re-release on June 12, 2007 Elvis' Gold Records Vol.3 and Elvis' Gold Records Vol.4 in their original sequence.

2007/05/24 Barry McLean / www.epgold.com

Inside The Dream (The Jimmy Velvet Story) Coming Soon.

Elvis World's Bill E. Burk advises: GOING TO PRINTERS soon, but probably not ready for sale by Elvis Week 2007 . . . Jimmy Velvet's much-talked-about photo book, with 1,069 photos of Velvet and the many celebrities he has met in his Lifetime, including many of Elvis, of course. Rare, rare photos!

It's going to be roughly 8x10 (A-4), hardcover, 260 pages, printed on heavy 100# gloss enamel paper (the best). Cost estimated to be $45 . . . and YES, EW Shoppers Service will be making this book available, perhaps as early as EW85 (August).

2007/05/24 Bill E. Burk - www.elvisinfonet.com / www.epgold.com

“Music that cooks with a western flavor” is the mantra for a new local band called the Bunker Boys. The seven-member group is known for recording music that covers a variety of genres, including traditional folk, country, blues and rock.

So far, the group has recorded an eight-track CD titled “Elvis Has Left the Building,” released in June 2006 by Bight Me Records LLC. West Bloomfield resident Rico Steinhert, 56, wrote all of the songs on the disc, including one he said was inspired by his Jan. 8, 2004, encounter with Elvis in the peanut butter aisle of a Meijer store in Kalamazoo.

“Without Elvis, the Bunker Boys wouldn’t be what they are today. We’re like Miss America, we want to conquer world hunger and peace,” said Steinhert. “No — really, we’re trying to entertain and uplift people … just trying to explore and expand the musical border, break down the barriers between genres of music.”

Each of the band’s eight tracks has been played on different radio stations across the country. In Michigan, the Bunker Boys were heard on WATZ, WCSX, WCUP and WJR. The band’s album features a variety of songs, most which are considered appropriate for children. Disney Radio is currently reviewing the tracks for possible airplay.

Song titles on the disc include “Elvis Has Left the Building,” “The Canadian Cowboy,” “I’m Going Fishing” and “Fifteen Minutes of Fame.”

Producer of the band is 35-year-old Plymouth resident Peter Keys, who also plays the keyboard. The band operates out of a Plymouth music studio that temporarily has no name, according to its owner, 52-year-old Doug Moore of Plymouth.

“Rico’s songwriting really sets the band apart,” Moore said. “They’re good and catchy lyrics that are not too long.”

Steinhert grew up in Detroit listening to Motown and attending local blues festivals before high school, when he began playing the harmonica with bands in the Ann Arbor area. He earned a teaching certificate form the University of Michigan in 1973. Other band members are 35-year-old Matt Binder of Plymouth on drums, 60-year old Farmington Hills resident and vocalist Bob Buck, 55-year-old Plymouth resident Joe LaGrici and 35-year-old Berkley resident Chuck Litvin on guitar, and 54-year-old West Bloomfield resident William Stern on clarinet.

Few of the band members were friends before Moore formally introduced them to one another at the studio. At press time, more than 25,000 people from 65 countries had visited the band’s Elvis-inspired Web site. The Bunker Boys remain selective, choosing not to perform small-time gigs in local bars or clubs. Steinhert said that his band would begin performing live should a formal concert opportunity arise.

Actor Carl Wright, who starred in Barbershop and Big Momma's House, has died of cancer at the age of 75.

He passed away at his home in Chicago on Saturday. Before launching his film career in the 1997 movie Soul Food, he travelled the world working as a tap dancer. He was also a comedian and songwriter.

"He's done so many things," Ms Wright said. "He worked with everyone from Elvis Presley to Frank Sinatra.

2007/05/23 BBC News / www.epgold.com

Many of Elvis Presley's personal items will be auctioned on June 2nd at The Fame Bureau's Rock n Roll Circus sale in Las Vegas.

Amongst the items will be Elvis's Harley davidson Golf Buggy, His gold St Christopher pendant rare letters and notes in his handwriting and a musical manuscript for Blue Suede Shoes from the 68 comeback special signed by Elvis and his companions that day, and many many more precious items.

All the items can be seen on www.thefamebureau.com lots 356-388.

George Klein talked today with former Stamps member Richard Sterban on his Sirius radio show. Sterban will performe for the first time in a virtual concert show.

Klein ended the interview with: 'It will be a beautiful concert with all the musicians: The Jordanaires, The Stamps, The Imperials and Voice'.

Although the EPE site does not make a notification of the fact that Voice will be part of the show, this reunion would be a premiere!

Here is the announcement of American Way, Volume 4 Sound Of The City and some sample pictures of Volume 4 in the great "American Way"-series:

If you have the first three volumes in the 'American Way' series you'll know what to expect from this new one.

For those who don't see the significance of the cover photo or the connection to the musical contents, perhaps a little explanation is in order. The photo, taken by famous Memphian Robert "Bob" Williams, shows Elvis, Red West and cousin Junior Smith cruisin' on Main Street on a summer night in 1956. It was on Main and Beale that the teenage/ young adult Elvis Presley absorbed and soaked up the musical sounds of the City of Memphis. These influences shine through in some of his best ever studio recordings laid down in his hometown. Sun, American Sound, Stax...those recordings echo the sound of the City of Memphis.

Also a little different is that part of the 16-page bonus booklet is devoted to '50s RCA paperwork, rare photos of the studios he recorded in and unseen pix of Elvis and Scotty at Radio Recorders - all under the heading 'Another Place, Another Time'.

"TRUE LOVE TRAVELS ON A GRAVEL ROAD" SESSION:

01. True Love Travels On A Gravel Road - takes 2, 3 (ending only of take 2 + complete take)
02. True Love Travels On A Gravel Road - take 5 (complete take + rehearsal)
03. True Love Travels On A Gravel Road - takes 6, 7 (2 x false start + complete take)
04. True Love Travels On A Gravel Road - take 8 - 10 (false start + long false start + 3 x false start)
05. True Love Travels On A Gravel Road - take 11 (master)

All tracks stereo.

"POWER OF MY LOVE" SESSION:

06. Power Of My Love - take 1 (rehearsal + false start + complete take)
07. Power Of My Love - takes 2, 3 (false start + complete take)
08. Power Of My Love - take 4 (4 x false start + rehearsal + "Are You Waiting Just for Me" one line)
09. Power Of My Love - takes 5, 6 (long false start + false start)
10. Power Of My Love - take 7 A (long false start + complete take)
11. Power Of My Love - take 7 (complete master take)

All tracks stereo.

"DO YOU KNOW WHO I AM'" SESSION:

12. Do You Know Who I Am - take 1 (complete take + rehearsal)
13. Do You Know Who I Am - take 2 (3 x false start + complete take)
14. Do You Know Who I Am - take 3 (long false start + rehearsal)
15. Do You Know Who I Am - take 4 (3 x false start + complete take)
16. Do You Know Who I Am - take 5 (6 x false start + complete take)
17. Do You Know Who I Am - take 6 (long false start)
18. Do You Know Who I Am - take 6 (complete master take)

All tracks stereo.

"MY LITTLE FRIEND":

19. My Little Friend (undubbed acetate)

Mono.

"POOR MAN'S GOLD":

20. Poor Man's Gold (vocal overdub attempt)

Stereo.

A new Elvis documentary for George Klein, called : Elvis Close As A Brother is in the works and the producers are asking for help locating home movie footage of (i) early Elvis Las Vegas performances at the International and (ii) any footage of 70's Elvis touring...and in particular Elvis arriving at a gig or backstage and/or with fans....

The show is the life of Elvis as told in a very personal and intimate way by George. It is laced with hundreds of photos, film clips, tv clips and newsreels of the day...

The show contains 9 Elvis performances.

The one-hour special, shot in high-definition, will provide a personal and heartfelt perspective on the legendary star’s life through the eyes of Klein, whom Presley had originally met in high school in 1948. The film is laced with a soundtrack of the star’s music, an original score inspired by the era, exclusive photos, and newsreel and archive footage.

"This candid and touching special is a real gem as it marks the first time that George Klein has ever talked in great detail about his friendship with Elvis, exclusively to camera," said Rick Stevens, the chairman of Record Plant Pictures. "He does so with integrity and honesty, as one of the elite few to have shared the highs and lows with the star."

The production is partnered with Elvis Presley Enterprises and all music is licensed from Sony / BMG (RCA).

Contact:

Rick Stevens
RECORD PLANT PICTURES LLC
Direct +1(310)406-9100
Office +1(323)993-9300
Email rickstevens@recordplant.com

Universal Music Group Purchase BMG Publishing.

In a $2.09 billion deal, Universal Music Group purchased BMG Piblishing to create the world’s biggest music publishing company.

The new group, which has knocked the EMI off its reign of the market share will incorporate artists including Elvis Presley, U2, Shania Twain, Bon Jovi, Prince, 50 Cent, Fatboy Slim, Brian McKnight, Shania Twain, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Elton John, Elvis Costello, Bob Dylan, Frank Sinatra, Leonard Bernstein and Henry Mancini.

Night of a Thousand Stars: August 16 - 18, 2007 - The Suzanna Leigh Experience LLC

Never before have "The King's" co-stars participated together for such an historic event celebrating 50 years of movie magic.

You have seen them a hundred times on the screen, now meet them in person.

This Gala is being put on by Suzanna Leigh, who starred with "The King" in "Paradise, Hawaiian Style."

Suzanna is planning a pre-garden party with a 2-day event called "Night of a Thousand Stars" and has contacted many co-stars, friends and directors of "The King's" movies to be at these gatherings.

Some of the co-stars participating in this event are Pat Priest, Nancy Kovack, Sue Ane Langdon, Irene Tsu, Jan Shepard, Gloria Pall, Jennifer Holden, Will Hutchins, Lance LeGault, Donna Butterworth, Michael Dante, Jack Carter, Jack Grinnage, Dolores Hart, Director John Ritch, L.Q. Jones, William Campbell, and more to come.

Dates & Times

Thursday, 8/16/07
Garden Party - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Friday, 8/17/07
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM - "Night of a Thousand Stars" Event

Saturday, 8/18/07
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM - "Night of a Thousand Stars" Event

Location:

Memphis, TN - Full address to follow

Package Information
Tickets on sale...Click here to view packages and place your order on line

Children 0 - 9 years of age - FREE
Adults 90 years of age or older - FREE

Garden Party and 1 day
18 - 89 years of age - (Snack and drink included)

Day 2 or Day 3 (No Garden Party Admission)
10 - 17 years of age - (Must be accompanied by parent)
18 - 89 years of age
Groups of 8 people or more (ages 18 - 89)

** Garden Party** CANNOT be purchased separately; you must attend either day 2 or day 3 with the Garden Party.

Click here for full schedule of events:

http://www.night-of-a-thousand-stars.com/sponsors.htm#packages

Contact:

Telephone Number - 901 458-5491

2007/05/23 Suzanna Leigh - www.night-of-a-thousand-stars.com / www.epgold.com

Win 2 VIP Tickets For "Elvis 30 Years After.

The Official Ultimate Tribute Concert, With The Original TCB Members!

2007 is a very special year for all Elvis fans around the world. On August 16th we all remember the day the music died: the passing of Elvis Presley .
What better way is there to remember the 'Artist Of The Century', 'The King Of Rock 'n' Roll', then with a very spectacular concert!.

Therefore, pay attention now and get out your agenda so you don't miss out on this year's One And Only Main Elvis Event:

The United Elvis Presley Society and it's Elvis Time are proud to announce that René Shuman & Angel-eye will appear with the TCB-Band and Terry Mike Jeffrey at the concerts in Belgium and Holland (June 9th - 10th).

Priscilla and Mark Elbers also agreed to do a guest appearance at the Dutch Meeting It's Elvis Time In Holland June 10th, 2007.

The Largest Private Collecrion Exhibit On Elvis Outside Of Graceland!

As a very special treat,The United Elvis Presley Society and It's Elvis Time will bring you closer to Elvis then you've ever been:

See ORIGINAL & AUTHENTIC personal belongings of Elvis, see Elvis' clothing, Autographs and much, much more.

This very special 30th Anniversary Concert is endorsed by SONY/BMG HOLLAND .