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2007/11/30 ElvisInternational /
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The Billboard chart listings for the week ending December 8, 2007.
Top 200 Albums: Home For The Holidays: #110
Comprehensive Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits: #55
Comprehensive Albums: Home For The Holidays: #149
Comprehensive Albums: Elvis Christmas #118
Comprehensive Albums: It's Christmas Time #136
Pop Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #29
Pop Catalogue Albums: It's Christmas Time #37
Pop Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #7
Country Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #1
Country Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #6
Independent Albums: Home For The Holidays: 8
Holiday Albums: Elvis Christmas: #24
Holiday Albums: It's Christmas Time: #30
Holiday Albums: Home For The Holidays: #31
Adult Contemporary Recurrent Chart: Blue Christmas: #20
Hot Holiday Songs Chart: Blue Christmas: #20
Music Video: ELV1S #1 Hits Performances: #21
Music Video: 25th Anniversary Concert: #30
Note:
The "ELV1S 30 #1 Hits" climbs to #1 on the Country Catalogue chart, Elvis has 4 peak positions and 8 sales gainers this week.
The "Comeback" and "Aloha" specials drop off the Music Video charts while the Comprehensive Music Video hart appears to have been discontinued.
2007/11/30
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THE JOE FRANKLIN STORY!!
Auctionhouse Lelands offers a range of ten exclusive Elvis items at
this moment. A guitar Elvis supposed to use during the Joe Franklin show in
1955?
This is what Paul Dowling writes today on a forum:
This Joe Franklin rumor has been around for MANY, MANY years (and so has
that guitar auction of his)! Of course it was started by....Joe Franklin.
But Franklin has NEVER provided any photos of him and Elvis or any other
proof that Elvis was ever on his show. I love the "In 1955, he gave Elvis
Presley his first opportunity to perform on live TV" comment on the auction
site.
Someone's really delusional. The documentation is nothing but a letter from
good old Joe trying to continue the myth that this was "his 1st TV booking".
And Elvis doing "Shortnin' Bread"???? Wouldn't it make sense that, if he was
on such a show around the "holiday season of 1955" that he'd be doing
MYSTERY TRAIN or one of his songs! Of course it would.
Read the interview from October 22, 2001 with Joe Franklin conducted by
Andylon Lensen for elvis news.com
Click Here: http://www.elvisnews.com
Note Epgold:
Joe Franklin mentioned in the interview "Elvis appeared with Ann-Margaret Olsen and Jimmy Rogers (both of whom were well known, far, far better known than Elvis) and it was not until the next year that he really became "ELVIS PRESLEY", via his appearances on nationally broadcast shows such as Ed Sullivan" .
Ann Margret was borned April 28, 1941 and in 1961 George Burns propels her into national prominence in Las Vegas Ann-Margret Olsson becomes Ann-Margret.
2007/11/29 Paul Dowling
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MINIATURE 1954 JENSEN JUKE BOX PLAYS "THAT'S ALL RIGHT" BY ELVIS.
Just out in Italy, a miniature of the 1954 Jensen Juke Box called
"Music Boy" .
The miniature plays "That's All Right" by Elvis.
It is on sale in Newspaper Shops, but not easy to find.
2007/11/30 EpGold Columnist Livio Monari Italy / www.epgold.com
Ain't That
Loving You Baby?
Just for fun, a great sequence from 'Way Out West' featuring Laurel &
Hardy dancing perfectly to the Kings 1958 classic Ain't That Loving You
Baby?
Click Here: http://nl.youtube.com/watch?v=Eayi3XkRP0o
2007/11/30 Youtube /
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New Live Cd With Orion (Jimmy Ellis).
Dradco Records will soon release a new professionally recorded
concert with the best Elvis-soundalike ever Jimmy Ellis aka "Orion".
Many will probably remember him as the masked singer that created headlines
in the late seventies/early eighties when he recorded for Sun Records.
This Cd will contain an unreleased professional recording of the concert
from July 5th, 1986 at the Pigeon Forge Grand Hotel in Tennessee.
Jimmy performs a great set of songs from his own career and also covers from
famous country artists and of course some Elvis songs.
The Cd will also contain an 8 page full colour booklet with many rare and
unreleased photos of Jimmy, memorabilia and an informative text about his
career during this period.
The whole concert has been professionally re-mastered from the original
master tape.
A fun note for the Elvis fans are that Elvis’ first drummer DJ Fontana’s son
David is playing drums on this recording.
Tracklist:
Intro/Restless
Save The Last Dance For Me/Sweet Little Sixteen
I Tell It Like It Used To Be
A Womans Touch
What’s A Memory Like You (Doing In A Love Like This)
Hello Mary lou
Back On The Street
Got My Mojo Working/That’s All Right Mama/See See Rider/Band
Introductions/Got My Mojo Working
I Don’t Know A Thing About Love
Texas Tea
Dixie Road
Old Pipeliner/Crazy Little Thing Called Love/Feel Right
How Great Thou Art
The Impossible Dream
Let It Roll
Old Time Rock
Mona Lisa Lost Her Smile
Love Me Tender
Jailhouse Rock/Teddy Bear/Hound Dog/Don’t Be Cruel/Burning Love/Suspicious
Minds/Love Me
Hurt
It’s Now Or Never
T.R.O.U.B.L.E.
My Way
Never To Old To Rock’n’Roll
2007/11/30 www.elvisunlimited.com / www.epgold.com
Memphis Boys Inducted Into The Musician’s Hall of Fame.
The Memphis Boys or the great American Sound Studio band as they’re
also known were inducted into the Musician’s Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN.
Last Monday night.
It was a huge event, held at the Schermerhorn Symphony Hall in Nashville.
Performing with the band at the show were great names like Garth Brooks, BJ
Thomas, Amy Grant and the Danish singer Bobo Moreno.
Other inductees were the Funk Brothers (the Motown band), the Wrecking Crew
from Los Angeles and others.
Buddy Harman, Bob Moore, Scotty Moore, DJ Fontana and James Burton were also
at the show.
The pictures shows: Bobby Wood, Gene Chrisman, Bobby Emmons, Reggie Young
and Mike Leech at the ceremony.
2007/11/30
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Der King 1958-2008.
October 1st, 1958 was a historic day in the career of Elvis. That
day, he set foot on European ground as GI Presley. 700 fans witnessed the
arrival of Elvis in Bremerhaven.
Elvis-fans Heinrich Burk and Hans-Ulrich Elter have met several of them, and
decided to do a book on “50 Years Elvis” in Germany. “Der King” is set for
release on October 1st, 2008.
2007/11/29 MSNBC - www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com
"Fans Forever Memorial Wall" .
"Fans Forever Memorial Wall" is being built on land known as Elvis
Presley Heights, in East Tupelo, Mississippi.
It is located near the birth place of Elvis Presley. This will be a tribute
to fans, a man, his music, and an area in time, celebrated all over the
world. This area was known as East Tupelo when Elvis was born. It was a town
of it own with its own post office, etc.
Anybody may have their individual name or the name of another family member,
relative, or friend engraved on the "Fans Forever Memorial Wall". Also fan
clubs are more then welcome to do so.
"It's Elvis Time" the official Dutch fanclub is the first European fan club
who engraved the name of their fan club as a everlasting tribute to Elvis
Presley. We hope a lot of European clubs will do the same.
When you ever get the change to go to Tupelo make sure you pay attention of
this memorial wall.
2007/11/29
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More Nixon/Elvis corrsepondence released.
The National Archives today released 122,800 pages of mostly routine
correspondence from the Nixon presidency, none of it apparently
earth-shaking but some of it mildly interesting.
One of the more extraordinary letters was from Nixon aide Egil Krough Jr.,
thanking a friend for helping secure a Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous
Drugs badge for Elvis Presley following Presley's 1970 Oval Office meeting
with the president.
“We meet many fascinating creatures in this business," Krough wrote, "but I
think that meeting between the president and Elvis Presley was one of the
most interesting."
Elvis pledged his support to the president in the war on drugs, and had the
president look in his desk for presents for his bodyguards… and their wifes…
But Elvis was not the only celebrity to visit Nixon.
Frank Sinatra became a Nixon buddy, but early in Nixon’s presidency, his
staff debated whether it was appropriate to have Sinatra sing at the White
House. "I am sure that many of our friends in the entertainment field would
think it wrong to have a former anti-Nixon person entertain at the White
House," presidential aide Dwight Chapin wrote in a 1970 memo.
But Sinatra did perform, and he was soon signing his hand-written notes to
the president, "Affectionately, Francis," while Nixon, ever the stiff,
signed a photo of the two, "Richard Nixon."
2007/11/29 MSNBC -
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Judge rules
Wecht's jury to remain anonymous.
PITTSBURGH - A federal judge says jurors will remain anonymous at the
trial of former Allegheny County Coroner Dr. Cyril Wecht.
U.S. District Judge Arthur Schwab isn't saying why, but defense attorneys
objected, saying it's not necessary and raises constitutional issues.
With an anonymous panel, names are withheld from the public and attorneys.
Neither the defense or prosecution made the request.
Wecht is scheduled for trial in January on charges he used his county staff
to do work for his private pathology practice. Wecht, who has consulted
privately in the deaths of Elvis Presley, JonBenet Ramsey and others,
resigned in January after being indicted on 84 counts by a federal grand
jury.
2007/11/29 The Associated Press /
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Rock 'N' Roll Portraits.
Released November 27, 2007 is the 3CD box "Rock 'N' Roll Portraits"
with CDs by Elvis Presley, Little Richard and Chuck Berry. This set was
released on the Power Station GmbH label.
CD 1 : Little Richard : Good Golly Miss Molly -
Tutti Frutti - Long Tall Sally - The Girl Can't Help It - She's Got It -
Lucille - Jenny, Jenny - I Don't Know What You Got - Blueberry Hill - Baby
Face - Dancin' 'Round The World - Groovy Little Suzy - Cherry Red - Talkin'
'Bout Soul - Only You - Goodnight Irene - Whole Lotta Shakin' - Money Honey
- Hound Dog - Without Love
CD 2 : Chuck Berry : Maybelline - Sweet Little
Sixteen - School Days - Rock 'N' Roll Music - Johnny B Good - Carol - Reelin'
And Rockin' - Memphis Tennessee - Bring Another Drink - Good Lovin' Woman -
Roll Over Beethoven - Back In The USA - Sweet Little Rock 'N' Roller - Oh
Baby Doll
CD 3 : Elvis Presley : Don't Be Cruel - I Want
You, I Need You, I Love You - Heartbreak Hotel - Too Much - Just because -
Harbor Lights - Good Rockin' Tonight - I Don't Care If the sun Don't Shine -
That's Alright Mama - Mil Cow Blues Boogie - Blue Moon - I'll Never Let You
Go - Tomorrow Night - Blue Moon Of Kentucky - I Love You Because - You're A
Heartbreaker - Love Me Tender - I'm Left You're Right She's Gone - Hound Dog
- Tutti Frutti
2007/11/29 Amazon.de -
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Filmmakers to Share Experiences of Making Elvis Presley Bio-Movie at LDS Film Festival.
OREM, Utah — Tears of a King, a bio-pic of Elvis Presley that
explores Elvis' spiritual search, will be discussed as part of the LDS Film
Festival in Orem, Utah, this Friday.
Film writer and director Rob Diamond, Producer Josh Pearson, and Director of
Photography/editor/ producer Kels Goodman will discuss their experiences in
the creation of their new motion picture at 2:00 PM on January 19. It will
be one of several presentations given as part of the 6th Annual LDS Film
Festival, chaired by Christian Vuissa.
The location is the SCERA Theater at 745 South State Street in Orem. (www.ldsfilmfestival.org)
The festival runs from January 17-20 and features dozens of films by, for,
and about members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Tickets for all events are available at 801/225-ARTS, online at
http://www.scera.org
or at the door.
Tears of a King was filmed in Orem in September 2006. It explores a part of
Elvis' life never before told — his personal quest for spiritual knowledge
and peace. During their presentation, the filmmakers will give
festival-goers a “sneak peak” at some of the footage from the movie, which
is still being edited. There will also be a Q&A session.
Millions know Elvis Presley’s music and the flashy jewel-studded costumes,
but few have explored the man behind the myth, the loneliness behind the
legend, and the spiritual hunger lurking beneath the glitz and glamour of a
rock ‘n roll “King.”
Elvis Presley, as depicted in Tears of a King.
Behind closed doors, Elvis often escaped from his daunting public life into
his bedroom at Graceland for weeks at a time — especially in his later
years. This is where much of the film Tears of a King takes place. The
filmmakers built a replica of Elvis’s room from the few existing photos and
floor plans of the mansion in Memphis, in order to give fans a glimpse of a
place where no fan has gone before — Elvis' personal sanctuary. The actual
room at Graceland was sealed shortly after his death and remains untouched
even today.
It is there that we meet the man Elvis, not the
star. We see a man searching for answers in a world that for him has gone
wrong. We witness first hand the struggles and hopes of a man humbled by his
excesses — a grieving human being in despair.
Elvis Aron Presley grew from humble beginnings to become one of the most
famous men ever to walk the face of the earth. He was known worldwide almost
as well as Jesus Christ himself. Elvis seemingly had everything anyone could
ever want. But what he wanted most — a family — he had lost due to bad
choices and public demand on his time and energies.
Much of the film is told in surreal flashback sequences where Elvis comes
face to face with his past. In a manner similar to the Scrooge character in
A Christmas Carol, he gains insight from each of his reflections. And like
Scrooge, he is guided in his discoveries about himself by a “mysterious man”
— a supernatural character from the Beyond.
Newcomer Matt Lewis plays Elvis in the film, and in
addition to his uncanny physical resemblance to Presley his speaking and
singing voice almost perfectly match that of Elvis. In several musical
numbers Lewis captures both the voice and spirit of “The King” so exactly
that many visitors to the movie set thought they were hearing and seeing a
ghost.
Power comes with fame and fortune, and Elvis lived in a world governed by
his own rules, which ultimately became the catalyst for his demise and also
his eventual journey to redemption. In spite of his human weaknesses, he was
known to be a kind and generous man and a devout Christian — a good soul who
sought peace and knowledge from his Maker. An avid reader, Elvis devoured
many books and studied many religions. In one particular ancient and sacred
volume, the film shows the “King of Rock n' Roll” as he comes face to face
with the King of Kings and finds spiritual guidance in a time of great need
and sorrow.
The film’s producers were able to obtain permission
to use in the movie a copy of The Book of Mormon that was owned by Elvis,
which is now kept in the LDS Church archives.
Tears of a King tells a story of struggle, of self-discovery, and of
forgiveness and redemption. It is a film to be loved by both young and old
alike. Regardless of religious affiliation, Tears of a King promises to be
both entertaining and enlightening for movie-goers worldwide.
Tears of a King will be released in theaters during August of 2007 to
coincide with the thirtieth anniversary of Elvis’s death.
At the same time, a factual documentary program
about Elvis’s spiritual quest will be released on television and DVD.
Both films are produced by “7 Films 7” Productions and Matthew Reese Films.
For more information go to
www.tearsofaking.com or call 801/824-2843.
2007/11/28 Matthew Reese Films
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Picture report: The Imperials live in Europe.
The fantastic Imperials have just returned home from a great show in
Sussex, UK.
By invitation of Essential Elvis fanclub president
Andrew Hearn, the best gospel group in the world, performed a selection of
their and Elvis's favorite gospel songs.
As usual, the fans thanked this wonderful - magnificent - vocal group with a
standing ovation.
The following night, they played in Burghausen, Germany for an evening concert and another sold-out auditorium.
Click the link below for a picture report.
2007/11/28
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The Imperials to Perform With Tanya Tucker.
Elvis Presley’s backing group are appearing with the country music
star for her Christmas tour.
Produced by Joe Guercio, Tanya Tucker’s Family Christmas tour starts on
December 12 and sees her backed by Elvis Presley’s backing band the
Imperials. The Country singer is also planning a tour with the Imperials in
2008.
The Christmas show starts at Harrah’s Casino in Kansas City and continues
its tour for just over two weeks when the final performance takes place at
the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville.
2007/11/28
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From Elvis In Memphis Vinyl Release?
The UK on-line store HMV has the vinyl edition of Elvis' "From Elvis
In Memphis" on pre-order.
This disc should be out since November 5, 2007 (Catalogue Number: LSP4155 on the RCA label).
2007/11/28
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THE MEMPHIS RECORDING SERVICE VOL. 1 & 2 - BOOK / VINYL / DVD-A IN STOCK.
Many ElvisFans were told the MRS Vol. 1 & 2 were COMPLETELY sold out and even today the volume 2 is sold as rare for easily 60 Euro or more....
But Epgold webshop has been able to have some in stock on both volumes to supply our customers.
THE MEMPHIS RECORDING SERVICE VOL. 1 - BOOK / VINYL / DVD-A
"The Memphis Recording Service, Vol. 1" is a book, a 5.1 DVD audio;
and a vinyl 45 single. A 100 PAGE BOOK with exclusive new information,
unseen documents and colour photos covering the humble beginnings of Elvis
Presley's music career and its effects on the birth of Rock n' Roll during
1953 -1954.
The 5.1 audio DVD contains 11 fully restored tracks
from 1953-1954. All of these has been remastered using never before released
original sources of masters, acetates and tapes to produce high quality
sound never before heard. A selection of photographs is used to accompany
each song.
Highlights Include: For the first time since 1954 - That¹s All Right in its
true Sun sound without the fake RCA echo. This track has now finally been
re-mastered from the original Sun Mother master straight to 5.1 Audio/ Dolby
Digital sound. This original version has never before been re-released on
record, CD or any digital disc until now.
The 45 RPM VINYL SINGLE is processed and pressed for the first time since
1954 from the original Sun master ³Mother stamper². The original Sun 209 45
rpm issue of That's All Right was Elvis Presley¹s first commercial record.
It was recorded on the July 5, 1954 at the Memphis Recording Service and was
released later that month. In late 1955 That's All Right was re-released by
RCA Records with an added echo effect on the vocal track. Subsequent
re-issues of this song from 1955 to the present day have all contained that
same echo effect, not faithful to the first Sun recording. If you have never
been fortunate to own the original pressing and hear the sound as it was
intended, here it is.
Through acquisition of the Sun's master 'Mother' - the part responsible for
pressing the first run of records, we can present 'That's All Right' back in
its original format with the same same matrix number and three pushmarks.
This will give all true Elvis fans an exclusive chance to experience the
birth of R+R for themselves.
Please note that this disc is a DVD-A and not a CD. It will not play on any
CD player but will only play on DVD players and Roms. For optimum sound, it
should play on DVD-A players but since most people do not have this it will
play as dolby digital.
Order Now: THE MEMPHIS RECORDING SERVICE VOL. 1 - BOOK / VINYL / DVD-A - Euro 36,95
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THE MEMPHIS RECORDING SERVICE VOL. 2, BOOK / VINYL / DVD-A
As with Volume 1, this is a book, a 5.1 DVD audio;
and a vinyl 45 single.
DVD-AUDIO & DOLBY DIGITAL DVD DISC
1. This will contain Unreleased footage, never before seen, which will mark
the first known for Elvis Presley that predates the Magnolia Gardens and
Lubbock footage of 1955.
2. A 5.1 DVD- AUDIO / DOLBY DIGITAL Recording Of 40 fully restored tracks
from 1955 (including 9 Bonus Tracks from 1954) including Studio, Interviews
and Live with sound quality that surpasses all previous Elvis¹ releases on
this era including ELVIS AT SUN.
Please note that this disc is a DVD-A and not a CD. It will not play on any
CD player but will only play on DVD players and Roms. For optimum sound, it
should play on DVD-A players but since most people do not have this it will
play as dolby digital.
BOOK:
The 368 page book contains lots of exclusive new information on Elvis
Presley in 1955 and is written by Joseph Pirzada and Co- Written once again
by John Michael Heath. The book contains exclusive new information, unseen
documents and colour photos covering the 1955 period of Elvis' career.
45 RPM VINYL RECORD:
Original 45rpm SUN Master 223 MYSTERY TRAIN Vinyl Repress PROCESSED AND
PRESSED FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 1955 FROM THE ORIGINAL SUN 45rpm MASTER 223
'MOTHER STAMPER'
The original Sun 223 45rpm issue of MYSTERY TRAIN was Elvis Presley's last
record on the Sun Record Label released in August 1955.
It has now been released here for the first time since 1955 in its original
format, processed from the same mother stamper that SUN used at the time. If
you have never been fortunate to own the original pressing we present
MYSTERY TRAIN back in its original format.
Order Now: THE MEMPHIS RECORDING SERVICE VOL. 1 - BOOK / VINYL / DVD-A - Euro 44,95
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2007/11/27 EpGold.
Book Inside Graceland.
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Here is a preview of the upcoming Elvis Unlimited Production
book Inside Graceland.
This preview of the book Inside Graceland feature many never before seen
pictures from Elvis Presley’s Graceland in 1975.
Back then did the mansion look a lot different than it does these days.
As a special addition to the “Inside” series from Elvis Unlimited will a
book titled Inside Graceland will be released on December 10, 2007.
Inside Graceland is the book that every Elvis fan has been waiting for.
Inside Graceland bring you on a pictorial journey back to the time when
Elvis Presley - the biggest entertainer in the history of popular music
lived in the mansion.
What you can find on the 112 pages of never before seen pictures is that the
foyer, the living room, the dining room and even the jungle room has changed
a lot since Elvis died.
What you will see here for the fist time in print is the red Ludwig XV style
rooms that were installed in 1974.
More than half of the pictures were shot in 1975. Elvis’ girlfriend from
1972-75 Linda Thompson takes the photographer on a tour through the house.
The rest of the pictures were shot after August 1977, with several of them
right after Elvis died and around the time of the opening of Graceland.
Apart from the unique pictures the book is also filled with quotes from the
people who were there in the 1970’s.
The pictures in the book are from the collection of the mega Elvis collector
Sherif Hanna. The well informative text in the book has been written by
Megan Murphy. You will also find quotes from well know persons like Linda
Thompson, Sandi Miller,
Larry
Strickland and others.
Don’t miss this unique chance to travel back in time and visit Elvis’ home
in the 1970’s.
Welcome inside Graceland!
Pre - Order Now:
Book
Inside Graceland Euro 34,95
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2007/11/27 www.elvisunlimited.com / www.epgold.com
Lelands Auctions Personal Elvis Items.
(Elvis signed jacket
worn in the film " King Creole" )
Christie's - New York live Auction Personal Elvis Items
november 30.
(Elvis Presley A rare signed Eko
acoustic guitar, inscribed on the body of the guitar To Marco, Best Wishes,
Elvis Presley in blue ballpoint pen.)
Elvis Presley
An Emenee official Elvis Presley musical toy guitar, circa 1950s
2007/11/27 Leland
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A BIRTHDAY PARTY FIT FOR A KING JANUARY 8th 2008 (evening)
Essential Elvis, the UK's largest Elvis organisation, is planning a
wonderful party to commemorate what would’ve been Elvis’ 73rd birthday, and
the venue is as exciting as what’s on offer.
Join fans at Vernon Presley’s former home on Dolan Drive, just yards from
Graceland, to enjoy some great music and delicious birthday cake. You’ll
also be able to mingle with Elvis’ friends, associates and colleagues.
The team are currently finalising details with some very exciting guests.
Tickets (in advance only) are just £15.00 ($30.00) per person.
You’ll need to book your places in advance as space is limited. Email Andrew
Hearn as soon as possible with any questions at
enquiries@essentialelvis.com
Essential Elvis were resposible for a similar gathering during Elvis
Week in August. To see who attended, visit their photos page at
www.essentialelvis.com
If you couldn't make it in August, please come and have some fun
during the Birthday Week in January.
2007/11/27 Andrew Hearn
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Kathy Westmorland Interview.
Kathy westmorland video interview: http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=9Bh7ZloAn6o&feature=related
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Top Musicians Honored In Nashville.
Many of the musicians who sang, strummed, plucked and drummed behind
some of the biggest names and songs in popular music were honored Monday
during the Musicians Hall of Fame Awards Show.
The inaugural class of inductees include the Nashville A-Team (Harold
Bradley, Ray Edenton, Charlie McCoy, Bob Moore, Hargus "Pig" Robbins and
Jerry Kennedy); the Funk Brothers (Uriel Jones, Joe Messina, Eddie Willis
and Bob Babbitt); the Wrecking Crew (Billy Strange, Don Randi, Larry
Knechtel, Joe Osborn, Hal Blaine, Lyle Ritz, James Burton, Jim Horn and Mike
Deasy); the Memphis Boys (Bobby Emmons, Bobby Wood, Gene Chrisman, Mike
Leech and Reggie Young); the Tennessee Two (Marshall Grant and Bob Wooten,
who replaced the late Luther Perkins); and the Blue Moon Boys (Scotty Moore
and D.J. Fontana).
These musicians played on hits for the Beach Boys, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, George Harrison, Patsy Cline, Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, George Jones, the Supremes, Frank Sinatra and many others.
2007/11/27 NewsChannel5.com
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Elvis Presley Leads the Early Voting for the Greatest Rock n' Roll Artist of All-Time.
SEATTLE, Nov. 26 With a little over five weeks remaining to vote,
Elvis Presley has an impressive lead in RockinTown.com's annual poll of the
Greatest Rock n' Roll Artist of All-Time. The King leads Led Zeppelin and
Evanescence, who are virtually tied for 2nd and 3rd, in the most recent
tally. Last year's winner, Pearl Jam, is fourth while the 2005 winner,
Nirvana, sits at 7th. Fans have until New Year's Eve to vote for their
favorite artist.
"The 30th anniversary of Presley's death was this year," said RockinTown
editor Mark Clinton. "Elvis has been gone a long time. So it's pretty
amazing he still has a hold on a sizable audience." Led Zeppelin has
consistently placed in the survey's Top 5 while Evanescence is the most
current band to land in the Top 10.
Presley is the only 1950's star to make the survey's Top 50. 1960's legends
The Beatles and Rolling Stones are at #12 and #22, respectively.
"Whether you are talking about his '50s rock or
legendary comeback, Presley's music and image obviously has enormous staying
power," added Clinton.
There might also be another reason. The 1950s are seen as a peaceful and
optimistic era (even though that's not entirely true). "And after the
tumultuous '60s, the '70s were practically docile, or as close to the '50s
as we'd ever get," said Clinton.
"Elvis reached iconic status in the '70s
performing sold-out shows in Vegas when he wasn't touring. So he's directly
associated with two of the better decades - at least in memory. When times
are uncertain, people get nostalgic."
A complete list of the Greatest Rock n' Roll Artists is available at:
http://www.rockintown.com
RockinTown also conducts polling on the Best Rock Act of the Year.
RockinTown members are allowed to vote once a day
for their favorite band/performer. Membership is free. The winners are
posted at
http://www.rockintown.com
on New Year's Day.
RockinTown is dedicated to Rock music with 700 artist biographies, a fan
forum for sharing news and opinions about a group or performer, a daily
(365) calendar of important events in Rock history and over 2,100 Rock music
trivia questions to test a fan's knowledge.
Contact: Mark Leader (206) 579-2716
info@rockintown.com
Note: You can vote once every day.
2007/11/26 Mark Leader -
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Elvis “Jungle Room” in Wild Life Magzine.
A very nice article in the Dutch “Wildlife Magzine”. With one black
and white and three full colour pictures.
It gives the readers a very positive view on the room where Elvis recorded
his famous “Jungle Room Sessions”.
2007/11/26
www.itselvistime.nl
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Rev. Frank Smith Died.
Rev. Frank Smith, the man who pastored the Assembly of God church in
East Tupelo when Elvis, Vernon and Gladys lived here, died Sunday morning
approximately 9:00. He had been to breakfast and returned to his room. When
the nurses came to check on him later, he was gone, sitting in his recliner.
Funeral arrangements are tenative; most likely Tuesday night for visitation;
Wednesday for the funeral. Pegues Funeral home is in charge of arrangements.
2007/11/26
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Hello from Memphis!
It has been awhile since our last update, and we hope everyone has
been doing well. This year has been a busy one for us here at Sun. More
people have visited us than ever before.
Elvis week was absolutely crazy(as some of you may
already know). We have also been busy recording. Groups such as Chemisite,
Drew Nix, The Machine is Off, and David Brookings have all spent time in the
studio(among many others).
This November marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Jerry Lee Lewis'
'Great Balls of Fire'. We are offering some great deals in our
online store to
celebrate the anniversary of this landmark recording, so keep us in mind if
anyone you know would like some Sun gear.
Just type 'GBOF' in the "purchase code" window
located in the bottom left of the checkout page to receive 40% off any
clothing items.
We hope the year is going well, and wish you all a happy holiday season.
Sincerely, The Sun Crew.
2007/11/26 Charmaine
Voisine -
www.elvisinfonet.com /
www.epgold.com
Christmas Spirit by the Osbornes.
Lisa Marie Presley & Jennings Osborne.
The Osbornes have provided holiday lighting to many properties around the
country through the years and for the past eight years have brought
elaborate displays to the visitor center across the street from Graceland as
an annual gift to their fellow Elvis fans.
This year, the Osbornes and the EPE staff, have focused their efforts on
making it a special Christmas for the families of Presley Place and the
other MIFA's Estival Communities locations in Memphis. The Osbornes and EPE
feel certain that Elvis would approve.
The Osbornes will provide a special Christmas delivery to each one of the 88
families on the campuses of MIFA. They will also host a Christmas dinner for
all MIFA residents and staff. At Presley Place there will be a touch of
Osborne Christmas Lights on the front gates and and inside each unit all
families will receive a 6 ft Elvis styled white Christmas tree with blue
lights and ornaments and a gift of Osborne Christmas cheer in memory of
Elvis.
2007/11/26 EPE - www.itselvistime.nl / www.epgold.com
Elvis, The King Of Rock 'N' Roll (30 Hit Performances And More)
Elvis, The King Of Rock 'N' Roll (30 Hit Performances And More) Region
2 DVD release in Japan on 8 Jan 2008.
Note: All region release of Elvis #1 Hit Performances already available in Japan.
Elvis, Very Best Of Love.
Elvis, Very Best Of Love (+ Bonus DVD): Combo CD + DVD due for release from
Madacy in US and Japan on 11 December.
2007/11/26
www.biwa.ne.jp -
www.elvisinfonet.com /
www.epgold.com
Graceland in
Scandinavia.
The Danish Elvis Unlimited fan club appears to have big plans.
Their latest magazine mentions the decision to build a copy of Elvis'
Graceland mansion.
The fan club wants to use the building for their museum, their shop and a
restaurant and hope to have the building ready in less than two years.
2007/11/26
www.elvisunlimited.com
-
www.itselvistime.nl /
www.epgold.com
Uk Chart.
Always On My Mind enters the UK chart at No. 17 today, It sold 9013
copies in its first week.
'You Don't Have To Say You Love Me' sold 8794 copies in its first week.
2007/11/25 Brian Quinn / www.epgold.com
HIGH VOLTAGE - Birmingham '76 Revisited.
HIGH VOLTAGE - Birmingham '76 Revisited - As Recorded live from mixing desk
in Birmingham, Alabama, Jefferson Coliseum, on December 29, 1976.
The two leading import labels have now joined forces, and are proud to
present the first results of this very special partnership, a strictly
limited edition release of the classic December 29th , 1976 concert in
Birmingham, Alabama, under the title "High Voltage - Birmingham '76
Revisited".
Some of you may recall that this concert was originally released in mono on
“Burning In Birmingham” back in ’98, and that it quickly became a firm
favorite. In fact, many fans preferred this show over the legendary
Pittsburgh concert from two nights later, as Elvis’ performance in
Birmingham was far more relaxed and authoritive, and particularly Elvis’
intense reading of “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” was a great
surprise to many.
For this reissue, we worked directly from the first generation DAT, and we
were able to make significant audio improvements. After a long and
painstaking process of repairing and enhancing the original binaural
recording, we were able to mix it down to genuine stereo, thus ensuring a
much more satisfying listening experience. Originally, the left channel
consisted of all the vocals and nearly all of the instruments, while the
right channel featured the (isolated) keyboards.
To give you an idea of how the tape originally sounded in binaural, we added
two bonustracks “as recorded”. This release is neatly packaged in a 16-page
full color booklet with ultra-cool design, relevant liner notes and a
collection of stunning pix taken during Birmingham show.
'Audionics / 2001' hope that this special joint-production will satisfy all
those fans who have been clamouring for a reissue of this much sought-after
title.
A great deal of care and thought went into this release, and we promise you
that the improved sound will blow you away. In a time where you constantly
see bugball labels ripping off classic titles with cheesy equalizer-jobs,
it’s becoming harder to do quality releases, but we will continue as long as
you want us to.
The original 2001 people want to thank everybody for their loyalty, and add
that, “It ain’t over until the fat lady sings!”. And with this little gem of
a CD, she finally has a good reason to sing with joy. This CD is scheduled
for late December release.
Tracks:
01. Also Sprach Zarathustra (Theme from "2001 A Space Odyssey") - 02.
Opening Vamp / C. C. Rider - 03. I Got A Woman / Amen (medley) - 04. Love Me
- 05. Fairytale - 06. You Gave Me A Mountain - 07. Jailhouse Rock - 08. O
Sole Mio (by Sherrill Nielsen) / It's Now Or Never (medley) - 09. Tryin' To
Get To You - 10. My Way - 11. Polk Salad Annie - 12. Band Introductions -
13. Early Mornin' Rain (complete) - 14. What'd I Say - 15. Johnny B. Goode -
16. Drums Solo (by Ronnie Tutt) - 17. Bass Solo (Blues - by Jerry Scheff) -
18. Piano Solo (by Tony Brown) - 19. Electric Piano Solo (by David Briggs) -
20. Love Letters - 21. School Day - 22. Funny How Time Slips Away - 23. Hurt
(with last part reprise) - 24. Hound Dog - 25. For The Good Times (with
false start, last live version) - 26. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
(last live version) - 27. Unchained Melody (Elvis at the piano) - 28.
Mystery Train / Tiger Man (medley) - 29. Can't Help Falling In Love -
30.Closing Vamp.
All tracks mixed to stereo.
Bonus tracks in original binaural sound - as recorded:
31. You Gave Me A Mountain - 32. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face (last
live version).
2007/11/25 E-mail
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Status of Elvis On Tour DVD Release.
Recently, Elvis Australia asked Todd Morgan of EPE for comment
regarding rumors about Warner Brothers' having cancelled plans to release
Elvis on Tour on DVD. We also put forth for his reaction a suggestion
regarding the future of the bank of footage shot for the films Elvis On Tour
and Elvis, That's the Way It Is.
Elvis Australia asked Todd Morgan if the story that Warner Brothers' 2001
DVD release Elvis: That's The Way It Is, Special Edition did not sell very
well was true. And if so, was this causing Warner to drop plans for the
anticipated Elvis On Tour DVD release.
Todd's reply to us was, "Elvis: That's the Way It Is, Special Edition was
very successful. There's no truth to any rumor to the contrary. There's also
no truth to the rumor that Warner Brothers has cancelled their plans for the
release of Elvis on Tour on DVD. We should see that come along from them in
a couple of years or so. Until Warner Brothers is ready to share more
details publicly, we aren't at liberty to say anything more regarding what
they have let EPE know about their plans so far."
Elvis Australia suggested that since it seems unlikely to many Elvis fans
that Warner Brothers would financially commit to releasing DVD box sets of
the material shot for these two Elvis concert films, could it be possible
for EPE, possibly with Sony BMG, to approach Warner for access to their
vaults, offering to finance, produce and distribute special additional DVD
releases of the footage with a royalty paid to Warner.
We suggested that it has been proven with EPE and
Sony BMG's partnership on the Aloha from Hawaii and the '68 Comeback Special
box sets that a financial success can be made with such comprehensive
releases.
Todd Mogan's response to this was "We have suggested to Warner Brothers on
several occasions the possibility of their someday licensing to EPE the
Elvis, That's the Way It Is and Elvis on Tour footage for us to produce
special additional DVD releases or partnering with us on such special
releases as Andrew Solt did with us on last year's Elvis/Sullivan DVD set.
Nothing like that is actually in the works with Warner and EPE at this time, but it remains open for consideration in our ongoing and very good relationship with Warner Brothers. In whatever scenario it might happen, we just hope there will be special additional DVD releases of material from the two Elvis MGM concert films."
2007/11/24 Todd Morgan
- EPE /
www.elvis.com.au
/
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X-mas decoration 2007.
A little later than expected, the Christmas lights
went on at Graceland, for the new Holiday Season.
As usual, there was a little ceremony and an Elvis-look-a-like Santa,
wearing an
Elvis belt and Elvis style sunglasses.
The special decoration stays in place until January 8th, Elvis's 73rd
birthday.
The interiors of Graceland mansion will also be decked in Elvis' Christmas
decor for the holiday season and will include Presley family Christmas
artifacts on display for the first time.
Also new for this year is a special display featuring gifts and Christmas
cards from fans, as well as rarely seen artifacts and Christmas cards sent
to Elvis by other celebrities.
Throughout the mansion tour, various Christmas gifts will be displayed for
visitors, including: a set of bongo drums Priscilla Presley gave to Elvis,
Elvis' Bible, given to him by members of the Memphis Mafia, Portable
television Elvis gave to his mother in 1957 (her last Christmas), gifts to
Lisa Marie from Santa, including a giant stuffed animal, chalkboard, makeup
table, and tricycle, …
2007/11/24
www.elvismatters.be /
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Looks like Jay Leno bought a Harley.
In the Elvis newsletter that came out today it said:
Quote:
Jay Leno, the host of NBC's The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, is the lucky owner of one of the 30 Elvis Presley 30th Anniversary Signature Harley-Davidson motorcycles. You can check out lots of photos and even a video at Jay Leno's Garage.
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/photos/index.shtml
2007/11/24 James V Roy - http://scottymoore.net / www.epgold.com
Elvis evening
now on South African (internet) radio channel.
I am listening to an elvis evening on the south african channel RSG
(Radio Sonder Grense)...it's great to know that Elvis is still the King,
even down there!
Radio Sonder Grense:
http://www.antfarm.co.za/clients/rsg/rsg_22.asx
Jovan
2007/12/24 Jovan -
http://www.antfarm.co.za
/
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BIRTHDAY WEEK 2008 - BIG NEWS!!!
A MEMPHIS CITY TOUR WITH A DIFFERENCE
JANUARY 8th 2008 (during the day)
Christmas is certainly in the air, and fans are
beginning to look forward to their annual Birthday Week journey to Memphis.
If you’re planning on being there, we have some exciting news.
Due to the success of our city tour in August, Essential Elvis is planning
another all-day tour of the city. Bigger and better than anything offered
before, we aim to show fans a huge number of Elvis-related sights in and
around the city of Memphis - and all in the comfort of a luxury coach.
In August, a hundred excited fans were shown a total of eighty Elvis-related
places (the general fan club / package holiday will offer around twenty)
over a period of 8 hours. Instead of disinterested holiday reps, your tour
is organised and conducted by Elvis historians who provide expert commentary
along the way. You’ll enjoy accurate facts and stories by experts.
Our tour will begin at Elvis’ Circle G Ranch in Mississippi, and progress
towards downtown Memphis. We have enlisted the help of a surprise guest, who
will be coming along for the ride. This person was a personal friend of
Elvis’ and rode around the city with him over many years in the 1970s. So,
we guarantee some first-hand tales of life with the King - making this
particular tour very unique.
The tour is on January 8th and will leave from the Graceland area once the
ceremony on the lawn has finished. Cost is just £35.00 ($70.00) per person.
Please reserve your places as soon as possible as seats are limited, and we
expect the tour to be very popular. Email us now at
enquiries@essentialelvis.com with your telephone number.
A BIRTHDAY PARTY FIT FOR A KING
JANUARY 8th 2008 (evening)
If our great tour isn’t enough, we are also planning a wonderful party to
commemorate what would’ve been Elvis’ 73rd birthday, and the venue is as
exciting as what’s on offer. Join us at Vernon Presley’s former home on
Dolan Drive, just yards from Graceland, to enjoy some great music and
delicious birthday cake. You’ll also be able to mingle with Elvis’ friends,
associates and colleagues. We are currently finalising details with some
very exciting guests. Tickets (in advance only) are just £15.00 ($30.00) per
person.
You’ll need to book your places in advance as space is also limited. Email
us as soon as possible with any questions at
enquiries@essentialelvis.com
SPECIAL DEAL
Combine both events and we'll end your tour by
dropping you at the party, and we'll also reduce the price to just £40.00
($80.00).
OUR AUGUST VISIT
For those who are in any doubt that we offer the very best time whilst in
Memphis, take a look at our photos, now on our website. Simply visit
www.essentialelvis.com and
look out for the red link at the bottom of the page. If you missed out in
August, we’ll make sure you make up for it in January!
2007/11/24 Andrew Hearn -
www.essentialelvis.com
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Brian Setzer Wishes Elvis Unlimited Subscribers Happy Holidays!.
On November 21, Elvis Unlimited met with Brian Setzer before his
Christmas Extravaganza at the Beacon Theater in New York City. Pictured here
is Henrik with Brian Setzer.
Brian wished all the Elvis Unlimited subscribers Happy Holidays! He also
said, " Elvis Unlimited of Denmark....WOW!"
Brian's show started with an Elvis looking Santa complete with an Elvis style cape. Brian ended the show with Elvis singing Jailhouse Rock while he danced off the stage with Elvis' choreography of Jailhouse down to a science.
2007/11/24
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Elvis International
Shop - The Netherlands.
OPEN: Saturday & Sunday November 24 & 25, 2007 - 1300. PM - 1800 PM.
E-Mail: elvisinternational@casema.nl
The Netherlands : 0251 - 821240
Other Country's Dial : 00 - 31 - 251 - 821240
2007/11/23 ElvisInternational /
www.epgold.com
Please pray for
Bill Burk and his family.
Many Elvis fans will know Bill Burk, a writer and friend of Elvis,
who lives in Memphis TN.
We are sorry to report that we have just received an email telling us that
his son, Michael, died suddenly on Thanksgiving Day.
Please pray that Bill will know the comfort of the Holy Spirit through this
difficult time, that the Lord will strengthen him and his family. Also that
they will be able to rest in the Shalom of the Lord and share and enjoy the
good memories.
Thank you,
God bless you
Madeleine.
2007/11/23 www.elvisgospel.com / Hubert Vindevogel - www.ueps.be / www.epgold.com
Inside Graceland Book.
As a special addition to the “Inside” series from Elvis Unlimited will a
book titled Inside Graceland be release in early December 2007.
Inside Graceland is the book that every Elvis fan has been waiting for.
Inside Graceland bring you on a pictorial journey back to the time when
Elvis Presley - the biggest entertainer in the history of popular music
lived in the mansion.
What you can find on the 112 pages of never before seen pictures is that the
foyer, the living room, the dining room and even the jungle room has changed
a lot since Elvis died.
What you will see here for the fist time in print is the red Ludwig XV style
rooms that were installed in 1974.
More than half of the pictures were shot in 1975. Elvis’ girlfriend from
1972-75 Linda Thompson takes the photographer on a tour through the house.
The rest of the pictures were shot after August 1977, with several of them
right after Elvis died and around the time of the opening of Graceland.
Apart from the unique pictures the book is also filled with quotes from the
people who were there in the 1970’s.
The pictures in the book are from the collection of the mega Elvis collector
Sherif Hanna. The well informative text in the book has been written by
Megan Murphy. You will also find quotes from well know persons like Linda
Thompson, Sandi Miller,
Larry
Strickland and others.
Don’t miss this unique chance to travel back in time and visit Elvis’ home
in the 1970’s.
Welcome inside Graceland!
Release date December 10, 2007.
2007/11/23
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Interview with
Sam Thomson.
Sam Thompson, the former bodyguard for Elvis Presley, Deputy Sheriff,
Judge and more has taken an appointment to the Nevada Transportation
Authority in Las Vegas.
Sam met Elvis in 1972 when his sister Linda Thompson started to date Elvis
after his split from wife Priscilla. Fans have always been very fond of
Linda and Sam, and in an interview with the Las Vegas Review Journal, Sam
speaks warmly of the time he spent with Elvis.
To read the interview please
follow this link.
2007/11/23 Reviewjournal.com - www.elvis.co.uk / www.epgold.com
Showbiz writer Braun dies at 86.
(Photo: Eric Braun
pictured with his dog, Swanee, in 1991)
Eric Braun, one of Britain’s most famous showbiz
writers, has died at the age of 86.
He began his career as a an assistant film director in the 1940s and went on
to write bestselling biographies of Doris Day, Elvis Presley and Deborah
Kerr. He also co-authored three books with the actress and comedienne Beryl
Reid.
In 1945 he became an assistant director to the film producer Gabriel Pascal
at Denham Studios and later he worked on David Lean’s classic 1946 film
Great Expectations.
He went on to become one of the West End’s leading theatrical publicists
representing stars such as Peter Sellers, Michael Denison and Dulcie Gray,
and the pop star Ruby Murray.
As a showbiz writer he interviewed many leading Hollywood stars including
Marlene Dietrich, Joan Crawford, Veronica Lake and Joan Bennett.
He contributed to many leading publications including The Stage. Ill health
forced Braun to give up his Twickenham home in 2003 and he became resident
at Brinsworth House, the Entertainment Artistes Benevolent Home in
Middlesex, where he died yesterday.
Eric Braun wrote "The Elvis Film Encyclopedia" (ISBN: 9780879518141 /
ISBN10: 0879518146) which was issued in the UK by B.T. Batsford Ltd. and in
the US by Penguin Books in 1997.
Description:
From "Clambake" to "Viva Las Vegas", this complete illustrated guide to
Elvis on film is filled with meticulous entries which include date, original
length, director, co-stars, complete credits, soundtrack details, and a
complete summary and fascinating anecdotes about the making of each film. 75
illustrations, 40 in color.
2007/11/23 by Patrick Newley -
www.thestage.co.uk
- Various /
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UPDATE: Latest
Ruling Over Dr.Nick's Collection.
The ongoing dispute over Dr. Nick’s
collection of Elvis memorabilia continues. Although the Supreme Court upheld
a ruling granting businessman Richard Long ownership of the disputed Dr Nick
Collection, it seems that Defendants Robert Gallagher and Betty Franklin
wanted an appeal. That was thrown out by a panel, so they are appealing
their failed appeal.
Its all too much...
Here is the story so far:
California businessman Richard Long is suing ex-Las Vegas lounge singer
Bobby Freeman (real name Robert Gallagher) for $1.2 million dollars, which
he invested into a remarkable collection of Elvis memorabilia known as Dr
Nick's Memories of Elvis.
Apparently this huge collection fills three large trailers and includes Dr Nick’s medicine bag - complete with drugs prescribed for Elvis, a laryngeal scope, Elvis’ copy of Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet, several guns, a 14k gold and diamond TCB, Dr Nick’s tour jacket and a Tissot watch inscribed with Elvis Presley.
Items from the collection have been displayed in New Mexico, Harrah’s in Laughlin Nevada, the Hollywood Casino in Tunica and the full collection was due to be displayed at the Stardust Hotel in Las Vegas, which has now been conveniently demolished.
Freeman claims he has a 50% share in Dr. Nicks
collection, but he has used the collection as collateral to raise several
loans, along with other scams that mean he is being chased for several
hundreds of thousands of dollars, and even the FBI are watching him. His
latest deal with California businessman Long, for $1.2 million included the
money to buy Dr. Nick out, but Long says he was duped and Dr Nick, is
denying all knowledge of Freeman’s financial shenanigans.
The collection now sits in an aircraft hangar in Nevada, but it looks as
though Mr Long will be packing it back into the trailers and taking it home
by convoy and Gallagher and Franklin need to get back to their day jobs.
2007/11/23
www.elvis.co.uk /
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Jay Leno's "Elvis" bike.
Jay Leno, the host of NBC's The Tonight Show. A replica of Elvis's
50s Harley was limited to only 30 bikes, Jay Leno is one of the owners of
one of the 30 Elvis Presley 30th Anniversary Signature Harley-Davidson
motorcycles.
Video & photo's: http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/photos/index.shtml
2007/11/23 EPE /
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Top Rockers
Ranked In The UK.
The Brits have dubbed Queen front man Freddy Mercury the greatest
rock legend of all time in a new survey out today. Elvis Presley narrowly
missed out on the rock n' roll crown coming in second, while Woodstock
veteran Jimi Hendrix was hot on his heels in third place.
Other contenders include Brit rockers Slash, Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton.
The research commissioned to coincide with the launch of Guitar Hero III:
Legends of Rock, also reveals the most memorable moment in rock history is
Ozzy Osbourne biting off a bat's head on stage. Guitar Hero III: Legends of
Rock is a video game that allows players to strum along to rock hits.
1. Freddie Mercury
2. Elvis Presley
3. Jimi Hendrix
4. Ozzy Osborne
5. Jon Bon Jovi
6. Slash
7. Meatloaf
8. Eric Clapton
9. Mick Jagger
10. David Bowie
2007/11/23
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Stars We'd Like To Come Back To Us
According to an UK poll Princess Diana is the icon
most people would wish to bring back from the dead. More than a third of
Britons would like her to return – even for just five minutes – a survey
revealed yesterday.
The tragic Princess was followed in the poll by Marilyn Monroe, Elvis
Presley, John Lennon and George Harrison. At sixth position in the Top 10
was Jesus Christ. In Liverpool Diana was the surprise No1 choice at the
expense of Lennon, the cityís most famous star.
2007/11/23
www.express.co.uk
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www.elvisnews.com /
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Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story - Preview.
America loves Cox! But behind the music is the
up-and-down-and-up-again story of a musician whose songs would change a
nation. On his rock ‘n roll spiral, Cox sleeps with 411 women, marries three
times, has 22 kids and 14 stepkids, stars in his own 70s TV show, collects
friends ranging from Elvis to the Beatles to a chimp, and gets addicted to –
and then kicks – every drug known to man… but despite it all, Cox grows into
a national icon and eventually earns the love of a good woman – longtime
backup singer Darlene (Jenna Fischer).
John C. Reilly stars in a big-budget parody of big-budget musician biopics.
What sets it apart from the lousy, parody stuff we’re used to getting is the
cast. Come on, John C. Reilly wouldn’t do it if it was The Comebacks.
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Release Date: 2007-12-21
Starring: John C. Reilly, Jenna Fischer, David Koechner, John Michael
Higgins
Directed by Jake Kasdan
Produced by Judd Apatow, Jake Kasdan, Clayton Townsend
Written by Judd Apatow, Jake Kasdan
Visit the movie's Official Site:
http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/walkhard/index.html
2007/11/23 Previewed by Rafe Telsch -
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/
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Music And The Legend - 30th Anniversary Edition.
Due for release on the Edge Hill label on February 18, 2008 is the 4 DVD set
"Music And The Legend - 30th Anniversary Edition".
Charro Re-issue.
Due for release on January 7, 2008 on the Video International label
is the DVD "Charro".
With a price of 3.99 UK Pounds this is most likely a budget re-issue.
2007/11/23
www.hmv.co.uk -
www.elvisnews.com
/
www.epgold.com
Graceland Zoning Issue Among Deferred Council Items.
Memphis City Council members will attend three more meetings together before
most of them leave office at the end of the year. As their terms draw to a
close, an agenda set by council chairman Tom Marshall back in September is
shaping much of the last-minute business the council is pursuing.
It's also creating a to-do list that will require action after the New Year.
Marshall originally had drawn up an 11-point action plan to guide the
current council's final days. One of those 11 tasks had called for the
council quickly scheduling a vote to approve a rezoning request needed as
part of the large-scale redevelopment of Graceland, the famous home of Elvis
Presley, along with the neighborhood around it.
That item has been punted down the road for the new council to address.
"The Graceland rezoning application just couldn't make it, because it came
down to a matter of timing," Marshall said, referring to the fact that
council ordinances must be voted on three times. "They simply couldn't make
application in time in order for this council to go through three readings.
"So instead of jeopardizing that huge financial initiative with two readings
before one council and then another reading before a new council, they've
elected to start their initial presentation to the new council," he said,
"which I actually recommended to them to do."
'Tremendous' but close to the vest: As far as what that presentation will
consist of or the details surrounding the need for that rezoning, Marshall
isn't saying. Whatever they are, Elvis Presley Enterprises - the corporation
that officially conducts and manages Elvis-related business - apparently
intends to make a big announcement about the effort soon.
"I can't tell you specifically what they'll be doing," Marshall said. "But I
can tell you in very large and general terms that they are going to be
pursuing a tremendous, unprecedented financial infusion to the current
Graceland site. And they're going to be requiring council action to make it
a reality. That action will include zoning and other potential community
enhancement initiatives."
The most recent annual report of CKX Inc., which acquired an 85 percent
ownership stake in EPE in February 2005, hints at what those efforts entail.
Company officials already have held several meetings with local government
officials in Memphis about revamping Graceland.
That redevelopment effort includes "building an expanded visitors center,
developing new attractions and merchandising shops and building a boutique
convention hotel," CKX management writes in the annual report. "This project
is conditioned on a number of factors including obtaining necessary
approvals and concessions from local and state authorities and attracting an
appropriate hotel partner."
2007/11/22 Andy Meek -
Memphis Daily News /
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SIRIUS'
Thanksgiving music programming Graceland Holiday Lights.
Thanksgiving Day specials will feature live coverage of Graceland
Holiday tree lighting ceremony, Arlo Guthrie, Jimmy Buffett, Tommy Lee,
Dionne Warwick, Fred Imus and Mojo Nixon - The exclusive programming will
feature the annual lighting of Elvis's "Blue" Christmas tree, broadcast live
from Graceland; a special broadcast of Arlo Guthrie's epic Thanksgiving song
"Alice's Restaurant Massacree"; Radio Margaritaville's Annual Thanksgiving
Jimmy Buffett Concert;
Tommy Lee and DJ Aero spinning electro-house beats live from Pacha in New
York City; a visit by Dionne Warwick; a special Thanksgiving edition of Fred
Imus' Trailer Park Bash and an exclusive interview with Arlo Guthrie. S
SIRIUS' Thanksgiving music programming schedule is as follows: The Graceland
Holiday Lights Come Alive on Elvis Radio channel 13 -- November 23 at 7 pm
ET Live coverage of the traditional lighting of Elvis's "Blue" Christmas
tree.
2007/11/22 PRNewswire / www.epgold.com
Rhys Meyers arrested at Dublin airport.
(Photo:Jonathan Rhys Meyers — who was admitted to a California alcoholism-treatment clinic in April and checked out the following month — was in Dublin to appear on "Tubridy Tonight," a Saturday night national talk show to promote his new film, "August Rush," costarring Robin Williams.)
‘The Tudors’ star charged with public
drunkenness, breach of the peace.
DUBLIN, Ireland - Irish actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers, star of the Henry
VIII soap opera "The Tudors," has been charged with public drunkenness and
breach of the peace at Dublin Airport, police said Monday.
Rhys Meyers, 30, was arrested Sunday after police twice confronted him over
his erratic, abusive behavior at an airport gate and at a desk of the
British airline BMI, on which he was planning to fly to London.
Dublin Airport Police said they called Ireland's national police force, the
Garda Siochana, after Rhys Meyers refused repeated requests to calm down.
2007/11/22
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The Billboard chart listings for the week ending 1 December 2007.
Top 200 Albums: Home For The Holidays: #127
Comprehensive Albums: Home For The Holidays: #149
Comprehensive Albums: Elvis Christmas #95
Comprehensive Albums: It's Christmas Time #150
Pop Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #11
Pop Catalogue Albums: It's Christmas Time #22
Pop Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #44
Country Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #6
Country Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #2
Independent Albums: Home For The Holidays: 14
Holiday Albums: Elvis Christmas: #17
Holiday Albums: It's Christmas Time: #29
Holiday Albums: Home For The Holidays: #22
Music Video: ELV1S #1 Hits Performances: #18
Music Video: '68 Comeback Chart: #39
Music Video: Aloha From Hawaii: #40
Comprehensive Music Video: ELV1S #1 Hits
Performances: #18
Comprehensive Music Video: '68 Comeback Special: #39
Comprehensive Music Video: Aloha From Hawaii: #40
2007/11/22
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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL - GOSPEL INSPIRATIONAL FAVORITES BMG CHINA.
First of all, as everyone can see, this may be the most attractive
promotional CD package that BMG China has released!
Well, actually it's not out yet but will be in early December. It is
interesting because, since the Chinese don't celebrate Christmas but do
enjoy gospel songs, they have titled this a CHRISTMAS SPECIAL!
Very odd but who cares as it's a REAL BEAUTY! Rumors are that there are some
alternate takes and outtakes on this although it is not known how many and
if they have already been issued.
Content:
Reach Out To Jesus; How Great Thou Art; Rock My Soul; Lead Me, Guide Me; Let
Us Pray; In The Ghetto; Joshua; Mansion Over The Hilltop; I'm Gonna Walk Dem
Golden Stairs; True Love Gravels On A Gravel Road; Follow That Dream;
Somebody Bigger Than You And I
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Crone Corkill celebrates 30 years in careers.
1977 saw ‘Rocky’ pick up the Academy Award for best picture, the
death of Elvis and the launch of the Apple II computer.
1977 was also a special year for office support recruitment consultancy
Crone Corkill as they saw the opening of their first office in Eldon Street,
London.
30 years later, 2007 sees the release of Rocky Balboa, ‘the King of rock and
roll Elvis Presley’ firmly positioned as the second highest earning
posthumous entertainer and the launch of the new Apple i-phone,
demonstrating that quality brands are still impacting on today more than
ever.
With over 90 consultants in five locations, Crone Corkill is one of the UK’s
most respected secretarial recruitment consultancies.
The 30 years since 1977 have seen the role of the Secretary change out of
all recognition. “The status and responsibility of office support staff has
developed enormously” comments Tracy Durrant, Managing Director of Crone
Corkill. “Whereas PAs and secretaries used to act mainly as gatekeepers,
diary managers and typists for the boss, roles today have a much more
strategic angle. Responsibilities can cover a multitude of differing areas –
from office management to marketing – from HR to PR! Consequently, salaries
are now on a par with many other professional staff and are a far cry from
the £30 a week you would have got paid in 1977!”
“One thing that has remained consistent over the past thirty years is Crone
Corkill’s dedication to a quality recruitment service” adds Tracy. “From day
one we have worked hard to achieve the best results for both clients and
candidates which is what has kept us as leaders in our field for the past 30
years.”
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Elvis Harley in Milwaukee.
Start your engines, Harley fans: Next summer will see the opening of
the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee.
The legendary motorcycle manufacturer's new museum will double as a
gathering spot for up to 15,000 riders on its parklike setting, the
Menominee River.
Among the expected exhibits are Elvis Presley's 1956 Harley-Davidson KH
motorcycle and the famous King Kong, a customized 13-foot-long bike.
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Blues Vs. Rock
And Roll - Elvis Pays Tribute To The Blues.
(Saga Jazz 44)
2 Cd "Blues Vs. Rock And Roll: Elvis Pays Tribute To The Blues"
Release date December 12, 2007.
CD 1:
That's All Right (Arthur 'Big Boy' Crudup) - Good Rocking Tonight (Roy
Brown) - Milk Cow Blues (Kokomo Arnold) - Baby Let's Play House (Arthur
Gunter) - Mystery Train (Junior Parker) - My Baby Left Me (Arthur 'Big Boy'
Crudup) - Hound Dog (Big Mama Thornton) - Tutti Frutti (Little Richard) -
I've Got A Woman (Ray Charles) - Money Honey (Clyde Mcphatter & The
Drifters) - Lawdy Miss Clawdy (Lloyd Price) - Shake (Rattle And Roll (Big
Joe Turner)
CD 2 - Elvis Recordings:
That's Alll Right Mama - Good Rockin' Tonight - Milk Cow Blues Boogie - Baby
Let's Play House - Mystery Train - My Baby Left Me - Hound Dog - Tutti
Frutti - I Got A Woman - Money Honey - Lawdy Miss Clawdy - Shake (Rattle And
Roll
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New Frontier page added to Scotty's site.
(Photo: Here's a picture of the Strip in late 54 or 55, you can see the new
tower/sign for the new frontier up on the left)
http://scottymoore.net/vegas56.html
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Matthew Stringer - Elvis' Catalogue Manager Sony/BMG.
Should anyone wish to write to Sony BMG regarding:
(1) Updating Elvis' record sales in the U.S.A.
(2) The Garth Brooks Issue
(3) Any other issue concerning Elvis' Catalogue Management
Then the man to contact is as follows:
Matthew Stringer
Senior Vice President
New Product Development/Marketing
Sony BMG Music Entertainment
550 Madison Avenue
New York
NY 10022-3211
U.S.A.
Many Thanks.
Best Wishes.
Brian Quinn
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Double Feature DVDs.
Cover art Paramount double feature set DVD "Blue Hawaii & Paradise
Hawaiian Style" and "King Creole & G.I. Blues"
Release date USA : February 5, 2008.
Regioncode: 0
2007/11/21
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Larry
Strickland joins new gospel quartet.
Away from the music business for several years, Larry Strickland, the
former bass singer with Elvis Presley's Stamps Quartet, is making the music
he loves again with his new band: Classic Sound Quartet.
Born in North Carolina and the son of a preacher, Larry began singing bass
as a teenager and quickly advanced from appearances at local events to
singing further across the state and then around the USA.
When his band opened for JD Sumner and The Stamps, JD was so impressed with
Larry's singing he invited him to audition in Nashville for the Stamps.
So, in 1974 Larry joined Elvis Presley on stage in Las Vegas as the bass
singer for the Stamps Quartet, and 'Life,' he admits, 'would never be the
same after that.'
Larry is married to country singer Naomi Judd, who is well known for her
Grammy Award winning partnership with her daughter Wynonna in the legendary
country duo The Judds.
After Larry and Naomi were married 18 years ago, Larry stopped touring and
singing to devote his time to his family and his wife’s career. Although he
still manages Naomi, Larry recently began to miss singing and especially
missed the Southern Gospel Music, which prompted him to make music again
with Classic Sound Quartet.
The group has just released a new single to great acclaim, entitled Day By
Day from their debut album In God We Still Trust.
2007/11/21 www.elvis.co.uk / www.epgold.com
Almost Graceland.
Buy Almost Graceland from Amazon
Steve Carlson, is regarded as one of the most successful commercial
actors in USA, having filmed or supplied the voice for over 600 TV and radio
commercials, industrial films and narration.
He has appeared as a series regular on General Hospital, The Young and The
Restless and A New Day In Eden among many other appearances in hit shows
such as Seinfeld, Baywatch and Hawaii 5-0
Steve has also been a writer in Hollywood for nearly twenty years, writing
books on the craft and know-how of acting, but has now turned to Elvis as
his subject matter in Almost Graceland, the tale of unemployed construction
worker Ray Johnson.
Steve explained the reasons for writing his book to Elvis.co.uk:
'I think Almost Graceland started writing itself in my mind when I first
heard that Elvis was born a twin but that the twin was still-born. I hadn't
heard that before a few years ago but immediately started to wonder what
would have happened if little Jesse had lived?'
'Would we have had the Presley brothers like the
Everly brothers? ' 'How would that have changed Elvis's life and career as
we know it?'
'The tack I decided to take was that they didn't meet until later in life.
Elvis's life played out just as it really did. The twin possibility was kept
from everyone; his family, friends, the press.'
'The whole experience has been great fun. This was one of the most unique of
lives and it was a pleasure to spend time in and around it - even in a
fictional sense.'
Here is a brief synopsis from Steve’s website:
Ray Johnston was an unemployed construction worker, whose only real
claim-to-fame was that hardly a day went by without someone telling him how
much he looked like Elvis. He got pretty tired of it.
Ray's life changed dramatically when he found some of his mother’s journals
and learned that he was adopted. This was compounded when he later
discovered that he had been born in Tupelo, Mississippi and shared the same
hospital and the same birthday with … Elvis Presley.
Now, wait a minute! Those facts, plus the way Ray looked, (which even he had
to grudgingly admit, was a dead ringer for Elvis) were just too many
coincidences.
What was he supposed to do now? What should he do with this information?
Would anybody believe him? How would Elvis feel? Ray found out. Word got out
which led to the two men meeting face to face. That changed everything. As
upset as Elvis was, thinking someone was trying to capitalize on his dead
brother, neither could deny what they saw. Their eyes were mirrors.
An uneasy relationship ensued while they tried to figure out what to do
about this.
Ray also got to know Vernon, Elvis's dad (and Ray's dad?). Though Elvis
hadn't told anyone but Vernon about Ray, Elvis still couldn't decide if he
wanted him around or not. One day he would, the next, everything would be
called off. It was very frustrating for Ray, especially with a 'rag'
offering up to a million dollars for the 'brother' story, which was awfully
tempting at times
Eventually, Ray and Elvis rode motorcycles together, they argued, played
racquetball, sang, dealt with a blackmail, shared stories about their very
different lives and started growing closer. Ray was even mistaken for Elvis
and kidnapped for ransom. Elvis got quite a kick out of that one. Ray also
saw Elvis getting sicker by the day.
ALMOST GRACELAND tells the story of these two men, up to Elvis' death and
it's aftermath. We are also privy to the poignant legacy left by Elvis, one
that would change Ray's life forever.
Donny Osmond: "Elvis was a really nice, down to earth guy" .
Donny Osmond told a US entertainment show about his
first encounter with Elvis Presley and how ‘The King’ became a family
friend.
The singer told Entertainment Tonight he first met Elvis in Las Vegas.
Osmond said: “I was sitting on the sofa looking at Elvis talking in that way
he did and thought there’s a real person. He was down to earth and a really
nice guy.”
Osmond also revealed how Elvis liked to check in on the family to see how
they were, and even invited them round for dinner.
Donny said: “He loved calling my mum on the phone because he wanted to learn
more about our family.”
He added: “He invited us over to his house to cook us some steaks. But he
passed in 77′, three months before we were supposed to do that, so
unfortunately it never happened.”
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Plans for top release of Houston Press Conference.
The new Elvis Unlimited magazine features an interview with
top-collector Sherif Hanna. Sherif, for obvious reasons, doesn't go into
detail, but one quote is extremely interesting.
When interviewer Megan Murphy asks about his future plans, Sherif replies:
"We can talk about the Houston Astrodome Press Conference. I have that in 16
mm. The original footage of that is absolutely stunning, it is gorgeous.
That is something that I plan to release on some kind of high definition format. And to do that, you have to have the original source to transfer to HD's." Sounds promising!
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Zero Tolerance For (Public Domain) Bootlegs - Update.
Here is the latest full detailed FTD newsletter sent to FTD sellers.
"Unfortunately Sony BMG’s legal department has informed us about several of
you selling illegal records, and apparently there is more to come.
As the guilty ones know, it’s both unpleasant and expensive to be caught,
and for the future there will be a ”no tolerance” policy. Any customer
getting in trouble with the authorities on this issue will automatically be
dropped by FTD.
One of the key reasons for the development of FTD was to give the fan clubs
legal product to sell in order to substitute the sales of bootlegs that
escalated in the nineties. Not only are these illegal activities potentially
hurtful to your business, but they also put the whole future of FTD in
jeopardy.
We have heard many absurd excuses over the years for selling product that
wasn’t legal (Czech republic releases is just one example), but all of you
are experienced Elvis dealers, and it is your responsibility to know if the
product you are selling is legal or not.
As some will know, the so-called P.D. releases in many instances are not P.D.
at all. Original masters recorded AND released more than 50 years ago are
public domain (free for all), but masters and outtakes released within the
50-year period are not automatically P.D. Selling illegal P.D. recordings is
exactly the same as selling bootlegs. Don’t let yourself down!!"
According to Elvis Presley Scrapbook posted on
a forum:
Music Service Recording
"New York RCA Studio 1: The Complete Sessions" .
The reason that HMV had stock problems distributing the latest Music
Service Recording release was partly due to Sony/BMG's current zero
tolerance campaign.
A friend of mine who works for the distribution company that was responsible
for shipping the product to the HMV stores told me that he was aware that
his management had been notified by Sony/BMG to cease the distribution on
the M.R.S. product !
200711/20 FTD -
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Last Train To Memphis French Reissue.
Due for release by Castor Astral on November 22, 2007 in France and
January 14, 2008 in Canada is a paperback re-issue of Peter Guralnick's
"Last Train To Memphis" (in French: Last Train To Memphis, Le Temps De
L'innocence") ISBN-10: 2859207201 / ISBN-13: 978-2859207205.
German Re-issues.
In February 28, 2008 "The Elvis Encyclopedia" by Adam Victor" will be
(re-)issued by B&T in Germany (ISBN-10: 1585675989 / ISBN-13:
978-1585675982).
The book "Up Close: Elvis Presley" by Wilborn Hampton will be re-issued by
Puffin Books on July 3, 2008 in Germany (ISBN-10: 0142411485 / ISBN-13:
978-0142411483).
Long Tall Sally.
Due for release from the German Power Station GmbH is a compilation
Cd of Elvis songs entitled "Long Tall Sally".
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Elvis in Tickle Me.
JAT Productions informed their latest book Elvis in Tickle Me with bonus CD & pocket calendar will be shipping early next week.
This is the last chance to order directly from them at jatpublishing.com as the book is nearly sold out on pre-sales only.
2007/11/20 Joe Tunzi / www.epgold.com
Ernst Jorgensen "Zero tolerance for bootlegs" .
Ernst Jorgensen, driving force behind the ‘Follow
That Dream’ releases, leaves no doubt about it.
In a letter to the fanclubs, he points out that, for the future there will
be a ”no tolerance” policy regarding bootleg sales.
“Any customer getting in trouble with the authorities on this issue will
automatically be dropped by FTD.
These illegal activities put the whole future of FTD in jeopardy.
” One of the key reasons for the development of FTD was to give the fan
clubs legal product to sell in order to substitute the sales of bootlegs
that escalated in the nineties.
2007/11/20 Ernst Jorgensen - www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com
New FTD release “Wild In The Country” January 2008.
The new Follow That Dream of Sony/BMG will release as a Special -
Edition 7” digipack early January, 2008 as a single disc release of “Wild In
The Country” . Cat. No.: 88697 03630-2
All tracks have been remixed and remastered.
Trackinglist:
Original Soundtrack:
Wild in the Country / Lonely Man / I Slipped I Stumbled I Fell / In
My Way / Forget Me Never / Lonely Man (solo) / I Slipped I Stumbled I Fell
(low key)
Outtakes:
Lonely Man (take 1) / Wild in the Country (takes 1,2) / Wild in the Country
(takes 10,11) / I Slipped I Stumbled I Fell (takes 1,2,3) / Lonely Man
(solo, take 1) / In My Way (take 1) / Forget Me Never (takes 2,1) / Lonely
Man (take 4) / Lonely Man (solo, takes 2,3) / In My Way (take 2) / In My Way
(takes 4,5,6/8) / Wild in the Country (takes 12,13) / Wild in the Country
(take 14) / I Slipped I Stumbled I Fell (takes 7,8,9) / I Slipped I Stumbled
I Fell (take 11) / Lonely Man (takes 6,7,8) / Lonely Man (takes 11,12) / I
Slipped I Stumbled I Fell (takes 14,15,16) / Wild in the Country (take 16)
Note from Ernst: Raised On Rock demand had taken FTD by surprise and a re-print is in the making to meet the new orders.
Pre - Order Now FTD “Wild In The Country”
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2007/11/20 FTD - Ernst Jorgensen - www.itselvistime.nl / www.epgold.cold.com
Steel guitar player John Hughey dies at 73.
(Photo: 1951 John Hughey, Conway Twitty, Wesley Pickett)
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — John Hughey, a steel guitar player who
toured for years with country legend Conway Twitty and recorded with Elvis
Presley and many other stars, has died. He was 73.
Hughey died Sunday night, according to a statement from his publicist. The
Tennessean reported that he died of heart complications.
The Elaine, Ark., native was credited with developing a unique style of
playing that focused on the instrument's high tones, resulting in a
distinctive "crying sound."
He started playing professionally in the early 1950s with a Memphis-based
band, Slim Rhodes and The Mother's Best Mountaineers, before playing for
about 20 years with Twitty, who was a school mate of Hughey's when his
family lived in Horn Lake, Miss.
Hughey later recorded songs with Presley ,Loretta Lynn, Marty Stuart, Willie
Nelson, Dickey Betts of The Allman Brothers and others. He recorded and
toured with star Vince Gill for about 12 years.
"He gave my music definition," Gill told the newspaper. "His introduction to
Look At Us makes that song recognizable by what happens before any words
even get sung."
He still played live regularly with The Time Jumpers, a Western swing band
composed of top Nashville session players.
"This is a pure heartbreaker," said Stuart, who had Hughey play on his 1992
album This One's Gonna Hurt You. "John was a top-drawer statesmen who helped
define the whole 20th century sound of country music. The work he leaves
behind is timeless."
Hughey is survived by his wife of 45 years, Jean, a daughter, four brothers
and four sisters.
A visitation was scheduled for Tuesday at Hendersonville Funeral Home, with
a funeral on Wednesday at Hendersonville First Baptist Church.
Note by www.ashlandcitytimes.com:
John was known as one of the best steel guitar players in the USA and was inducted in the Pedal Steel Guitar Hall of Fame. He also was a session musician for the album 'From Elvis in Memphis', with classics as 'In The Ghetto' and 'Long Black Limousine'.
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UK Midweek Charts - 20th November, 2007.
'Always On My Mind' - Top 10 UK Midweek Charts.
2007/11/20 Brian
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Elvis article in "History Today" (August 2007 edition).
There is an is an interesting story, based overall on Elvis' place in
history, and how it developed in the magazine "History Today" (August 2007
edition).
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Virtual Elvis wall.
Sign the virtual wall at Graceland with Your personal Holiday
Greetings!
http://elvis.com/vigilcast/show_messages.asp
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RADIO DIXIE.
RADIO STATION Dixie, every Sunday 10.00 AM ‘till midnight Elvis only!
http://www.freewebs.com/radio-dixie
2007/11/20 www.itselvistime.nl / www.epgold.com
ELVIS PRESLEY – "YOU KNOW, IT DOESNT HAVE TO BE STRICTLY COUNTRY “ VOLUME 1 and 2.
Here is a better quality of the two covers for the upcoming import releases
from the import label Gravel Road Music:
ELVIS PRESLEY – "YOU KNOW, IT DOESNT HAVE TO BE
STRICTLY COUNTRY “ VOLUME 1 and 2.
The front Cover of Volume two will have a different design/photo's as now
shown.
Also, soon there will be an extra detailed - information from Gravel Road
Music on these two volumes and some samplers promised by them for EpGold.
For the previous detailed information - scroll down on this page dated November 16, 2007.
Note:
ELVIS PRESLEY – "YOU KNOW, IT DOESNT HAVE TO BE STRICTLY COUNTRY “ VOLUME 1 and 2.
Includes studio talk, count in, left & right channels (many songs were released in the past with one channel - like Pure Diamond volumes) longer fade outs or even different lyrics or simply differently sung.
Most will be stereo.
2007/11/19 EpGold.com
Elvis' 'Rubberneckin' In New 'Fred Claus' Movie.
Please go to the following URL to see a clip:
http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1809772232/video
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Christmas Decoration at the Graceland Mansion started.
The Christmas crib and other Christmas decorations are being
prepared.
Live shots of the Graceland Mansion and the front lawn this afternoon.
2007/11/19 EPE / www.itselvistime.nl / www.epgold.com
Insiders Conference with Priscilla in pictures.
During Elvis Week 2007, 100 random guests were selected from the
Elvis Insiders Conference to attend the filming of the Elvis-themed Dinner
Impossible episode with guest host Priscilla Presley at EP Delta Kitchen and
Bar in Downtown, Memphis.
For those who'd like to see what went on - he first photos from the event
have now been posted on the Elvis.com site.
2007/11/19 EPE - www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com
The Buzz 100.
The 100 most discussed and blogged
about artists.
Billboard's "Buzz 100" compiles a list of one hundred of the week's most
discussed artists on blogs: "The Buzz 100 Chart is currently formulated
based on the number of times an artist that appears on Billboard's Hot 100
singles chart is mentioned in blogs. Each week, as new names appear in the
Hot 100, they are added to the pool of artists from which the Buzz 100 is
drawn."
The current top five is as follows:
1. Britney Spears (0)
2. The Beatles (0)
3. Kanye West (-4)
4. Radiohead (+1)
5. Alicia Keys (-8)
(Number in parentheses indicates change from last week; a lower number is
better, so a negative number in the parentheses indicates an improvement. A
zero indicates no change.)
Elvis is currently at twenty-eight, moving up four slots from last week's
position (thirty-two). Other vintage artist in the top thirty include Bob
Dylan (10), The Temptations (13), Pink Floyd (14), Bruce Springsteen (17),
John Lennon (19), and Johnny Cash (29).
Click Here:
http://billboard.cgmsearch.com/billboardBuzz_1.html
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Celebrate Elvis - Volume 2.
Released October 31st. 2007 is volume two in the "Celebrate Elvis"
series from Joe Esposito. This second volume counts 144 pages and was penned
down by Joe Esposito and Daniel Lombardy and designed by Lauren McMullen.
The book was published by TCB JOE Enterprises.
Book Description:
Celebrate Elvis is a series that will leave no stone unturned. ... From
rumor busters to private personal memories and experiences to emotionally
gripping fan interviews. Celebrate Elvis is an ongoing collaboration with
fans from around the world that are interested in preserving and broadening
the Elvis Presley legacy. Get ready to sit back and relax as Joe Esposito
and the fans share experiences, insights and memories that have never before
been published...until now. I want to thank you from the depths of my heart
for giving me the "Elvis Fan" insight and truths to the man with the soulful
voice. This book is "off the hook" genius. I await patiently for the next
one. Joe you are the Elvis fans "Best Friend". (by Phyllis Davis).
Note From Joe Esposito for EpGold:
The Elvis Straight Up! series has been officially
discontinued. The topics reserved for Elvis Straight Up! will from this
point on be incorporated into the Celebrate Elvis series.
For more information about Celebrate Elvis or how to obtain a copy visit:
http://www.tcbjoe.com/celebrateelvis/bookbyjoeesposito.php
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History of the (New) Frontier online.
Now that the old ("New") Frontier hotel is no more, James v.Roy -
webmaster of Scotty Moore's site - wrote an extra page to his site, with the
history of this unique hotel.
In the old archives, he found the first postcards, old (and older) pictures,
news paper ads and videoclips.
If you like to know more about the hotel where Elvis made his Las Vegas
debut, this is the place to be.
2007/11/17
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"Elvis Presley: The Life and Times of the King" book release.
Due for release from Taschen Publishers in the Movie
Icons series is the 192 pages book "Elvis Presley: The Life and Times of the
King" by F.X. Feeney (Author), Paul Duncan (Editor). The languages available
are German, French and English (ISBN-10: 3822823236 / ISBN-13:
978-3822823231)
Synopsis (The New York Times Book Review): Elvis Presley would have been the
first to laugh at the mad, godlike status he attained after death, but he
would have surely identified with the human, gospel-haunted need such
adoration rises out of. He shared that need, and courted it. He could sing
and move with a spellbinding violence and grace. Yet his nature was also
marked by a startling passivity - an eerily contented lack of ambition at
his essence that kept him from growing after his first fiery years of
success. That early fire still burns, nevertheless, and his mythical figure
remains an omnipresent fixture today.
In "The Movie Icon" series, people talk about Hollywood glamour, about
studios that had more stars than there are in heaven, about actors who
weren't actors but were icons. Other people talk about these things, "Taschen"
shows you. "Movie Icons" is a series of photo books that feature the most
famous personalities in the history of cinema.
These 192-page books are visual biographies of the stars. For each title, series editor Paul Duncan has painstaking selected approximately 150 high quality enigmatic and sumptuous portraits, colorful posters and lobby cards, rare film stills, and previously unpublished candid photos showing the stars as they really are.
These images are accompanied by concise introductory essays by leading film writers; each book also includes a chronology, a filmography, and a bibliography, and is peppered with apposite quotes from the movies and from life.More bang for your buck! "...a fast-food, high-energy fix on the topic at hand."
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Re-issue of Alan Fortas book - 'Elvis From Memphis to Hollywood'.
Finally, Alan Fortas' book with noted Elvis author,
Alanna Nash, will republished by Arum Press in June2008.
Book Description: When in June 1968, clad in black leather, a nervous Elvis
Presley made his television "Comeback Special", Alan Fortas was one of the
five friends asked to be on stage with him.
Fortas ultimately spent nearly twelve years working for Elvis, having been
asked to join his fraternity of bodyguards and close buddies that came to be
known as "The Memphis Mafia" back in 1958.
He lived, travelled and played hard with Elvis
during that time, watching Elvis become increasingly disillusioned with the
endless stream of movies he was forced to act in, saw him become
increasingly reliant on drugs, and witnessed Elvis's colourful sex life.
The only other memoir of Elvis that can offer such genuine inside knowledge
and intimacy is Elvis and the Memphis Mafia, by three other members of his
bodyguard fraternity, which Uncut magazine acclaimed as "the best Elvis book
written to date", and which Aurum has already re-published and seen reprint
four times.
Now it re-issues Alan Fortas' book, which has been out of print for over ten
years. Written in collaboration with Elvis authority Alanna Nash, who also
collaborated on Memphis Mafia and wrote the definitive biography of Elvis's
sinister manager, Colonel Tom Parker, it is a must for every Elvis fan.
About the Author: Alan Fortas subsequently worked as an investment banker in
Memphis, and died in 2004.
Alanna Nash is the acclaimed author of The Colonel, a biography of Colonel Tom Parker (also published by Aurum, 978 1 84513 025 1), and co-author of Elvis and the Memphis Mafia. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky.
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New Elvis related movie in the pipeline.
UK stage musical star Connie Fisher is to make her TV acting debut in
a new drama about an obsessive Elvis fan.
The former telecoms girl, starring in the West End
production of The Sound of Music, will play Gemma Perkins in the film, which
is inspired by a true story.
In Caught in a Trap, Gemma lives with her overbearing mother and downtrodden
father and has a dull job emptying car park meters. But when she finds an
easy way to improve her fortunes she goes on a spending spree for Elvis
memorabilia - which soon spirals out of control.
Connie, 24, said she was "thrilled" to have landed the role. "I am very
excited and can't wait to start filming."
2007/11/17 Daily Mirror
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You Ain't Ain't Ain't Nothing But A Hound Dog.
Here is another new import audience CD release "You Ain't Ain't
Ain't Nothing But A Hound Dog" from July 29th, 1976 Springfield, Mass.
Tracklisting:
2001 Theme / See See Rider/ I Got A Woman / Amen / Love Me / If You
Love Me Let Me Know / You Gave Me A Mountain / Help Me / All Shook Up /
Teddy Bear / Don't Be Cruel / And I Love You So / Jailhouse Rock / America
The Beautiful / Polk Salad Annie / Elvis introduces his band / Love Letters
/ Hail, Hail Rock & Roll / Hurt - repeat / Hound Dog / Funny How Time Slips
Away / Can't Help Falling In Love.
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Big Boss Man In Trouble Out Now!!!
Link with a MP3 file with a sample of six songs.
http://www.uploading.com/files/AEKV13NF/Samplebigbossintrouble.mp3.html
The NEW Import EPB76 records label is proud to announce its first release
scheduled early November and titled " Big Boss Man In Trouble " This Brand
new CD will feature previously unreleased audience recording of an Elvis
show in Atlanta, June 06, 1976.
This show last 80,00 minutes of pure magic music.
This release is taken directly from original MASTER tape and professional
remastered with a great audio-quality. Its a full length show , the best of
the June tour. It's a very good performance with Elvis in good mood and
strong voice, the highlights of the concert are surely the rare last live
version of “SHAKE A HAND” and an outstanding performances of
“AMERICA&HURT&BIG BOSS MAN”.
The CD contains a de-luxe 16-page full color booklet with 16 rare photos
mostly unreleased taken from the original concert in a very professional
layout.
Extract from the inside note:
Atlanta, June 6th and the end of a tour of 13 shows where the last four were
just in Atlanta. In spite of a passable tour with Elvis often not in good
condition, slow in his movements and lacking concentration in some songs.
Despite this the tour was completely sold out and with the public full of
enthusiasm. The last show, presented here lasts 80 minutes. We decided to
leave out the solos because the audio quality was very bad in respect to the
rest of the tape and overall to keep the concert to one CD of purely
Elvis.The Show is good the repertoire result very interesting without doubt
is no the classic boring concert of the last period of Elvis' live activity.
Elvis sings 19 songs with a great mood with a great public reaction, here is
almost possible to breath the atmosphere of the Elvis' performance. The
electricity that Elvis generates in the attendance is possible to touch with
our hands what mostly considering the limitation of the audience tape here
is the winner element…
TRACKLIST:
01. Also Sprach Zarathustra- 02. C.C. Rider- 03. I Got A Woman/Amen- 04.
Love Me- 05. If You Love Me- 06. You Gave Me A Mountain- 07. All Shook
Up-08. Teddy Bear/Don't Be Cruel- 09. Help Me- 10. Jailhouse Rock- 11.
Fever- 12. America The Beautiful- 13. Band Introductions- 14. Love Letters-
15. School Days/Hurt #1- 16. Hurt #2- 17. Burning Love- 18. Big Boss Man-
19. Shake A Hand- 20. Funny How Time Slips Away- 21. Mystery Train- 22.
Tiger Man- 23. Can't Help Falling In Love- 24. Closing Vamp/Announcements
TIME 80.00 minutes
A concert not just for the hard core fans. Don’t Miss it.
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Elvis - Greatest Hits Volume 2.
A new Import Cd entitled '' Elvis - Greatest Hits Volume two ''
will be released soon.
This is reminiscent of the original volume one released by RCA with a
similar artwork.
The compilation is aimed to Collectors, and pressed in very limited
quantity.
Track listing:
1- My Boy 3:02 ( undubbed master ) ; 2- When I'm Over You 3:31 ( unedited
undubbed master ) ; 3- Steamroller Blues 3:01 ( Memphis, TN March 16, 1974
AS ) ; 4- It's Midnight 3:13 ( Las Vegas, NV September 2, 1974 CS ) ; 5- You
Don't Have To Say You Love Me 2:05 ( Macon, GA April 24, 1975 ) ; 6- For The
Good Times 3:03 ( Richmond, VA April 10, 1972 ) ; 7- I Just Can't Help
Believin' 4:56 ( rehearsal, July 24, 1970 ) ; 8- Little Sister 1:55 (
Alexandria, LA March 30, 1977 ) ; 9- America The Beautiful 2:12 ( Charlotte,
NC March 20, 1976 ) ; 10- Make The World Go Away 3:36 ( undubbed ) ; 11-
Patch It Up 3:33 ( rehearsal, August 10, 1970 ) ; 12- Hurt 2:09 ( Johnson
City, TN March 17, 1976 ) ; 13- Down In The Alley 2:08 ( rehearsal, August
16, 1974 ) ; 14- And I Love You So 2:25 ( West Palm Beach, FL February 13,
1977 ) ; 15- Just Pretend 3:38 ( rehearsal , July 24, 1970 ) ; 16- It's Now
Or Never 2:16 ( rehearsal, July 29, 1970 ) ; 17- Never Been To Spain 3:25 (
Richmond, VA April 10, 1972 ) ; 18- Loving Arms 2:52 ( undubbed master ) ;
19- Suspicious Minds 5:15 ( rehearsal, July 24, 1970 ) ; 20- Return To
Sender 1:56 ( Hampton Roads, VA August 1, 1976 AS ) ; 21- That's All Right
1:48 ( Memphis, TN July 5, 1976 ) ; 22- I'm Leavin' 3:15 ( Boston, MA
November 10, 1971 ) ; 23- Polk Salad Annie 4:30 ( Las Vegas, NV February
1970 ) ; 24- Love Letters 2:34 ( San Francisco, CA November 28, 1976 ) 25-
Unchained Melody 2:25 ( Montgomery, AL February 16, 1977 )
Running time 76:55
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The Billboard chart listings for the week ending November 24, 2007.
Top 200 Albums: Home For The Holidays: #131
Comprehensive Albums: Home For The Holidays: #151
Comprehensive Albums: Elvis Christmas #133
Comprehensive Albums: It's Christmas Time #176
Pop Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #16
Pop Catalogue Albums: It's Christmas Time #26
Pop Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #37
Country Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #7
Country Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #2
Independent Albums: Home For The Holidays: 16
Holiday Albums: Elvis Christmas: #19
Holiday Albums: It's Christmas Time: #25
Holiday Albums: Home For The Holidays: #22
Music Video: ELV1S #1 Hits Performances: #13
Music Video: '68 Comeback Chart: #40
Comprehensive Music Video: ELV1S #1 Hits
Performances: #13
Comprehensive Music Video: '68 Comeback Special #40
The "Aloha From hawaii" special drops off both the Comprehensive Music Video
and Music Video charts.
"Home For The Holidays is also #15 on the Cashbox Hot Christmas Album Chart.
2007/11/16 www.elvischarts.com / www.epgold.com
ELVIS PRESLEY – "YOU KNOW, IT DOESNT HAVE TO BE STRICTLY COUNTRY “ VOLUME 1 and 2.
‘ELVIS PRESLEY – YOU KNOW, IT DOESNT HAVE TO BE STRICTLY COUNTRY “ VOLUME 1
and 2 are 70% unreleased and 100% better sounding 45 amazing tracks
collected from private collections of which many for the first time in this
shape on CD.
These are the acetates which Elvis took home to play-back and agreed to be
released! All tracks have been digitally restored and re-mastered. These
acetates often sound better & different than what we know and made it to a
LP or nowadays on CD.
Some tracks which appear to be known are now for the first time in their
complete form. So in a way it’s released and unreleased……… This includes
studio talk, count in, left & right channels, longer fade outs or even
different lyrics or simply differently sung. Most will be stereo.
As happened in the past some releases only used one channel (This was a easy
way to reduce the distortion but so much got lost!) The audio difference
between tracks is purely the source and the transfer.
Some have been transferred on to DAT others on to regular cassette tapes in
the past. Keep in mind that the original acetates are various in
playability.
Original acetates can only be played a few times (after that the quality
gets less.) We chose for maximum sound quality per track instead of making
them similar to each other! In this way you always get the best sound out of
very recording.
The synopsis for these two cds: The masters without dubbing and without
repairs in their complete form. Unfortunately we don’t have every master on
acetate of the June and September sessions.
So we added some first takes to cover all songs. Also a few tracks of work
in progress, a rare chance to hear, a song still being built up to a
complete dubbed final master. Guide-strings, -horns, -backing vocals, the
talking, it’s all there!
Something which will strike everybody is that
Elvis’s voice remains impressive on each track.
Background information; It’s a public known fact that Elvis regularly
disagreed with the released version of the songs. Unluckily he hardly made
his point towards the ones responsible, knowing there were times he was
wrong and the song became a hit (In the ghetto, Suspicious minds, Burning
love and others) These two cd’s contain the versions how Elvis liked it!
All together a really new kind of release which will make many Elvis fan’s
happy to hear these rare acetates available in their best possible form. The
purist will be happy since no effects have been used to enhance the sound.
There are no further copies of acetates available in better sound, only a
very few copies were made of each song and most are gone or badly damaged.
The acetate lacquer wears out very fast so every track is unique.
DISC 1 - VOLUME 1 - JUNE 4
- 5 - 6 ,1970.
JUNE 4
01. Twenty days and twenty nights (Take 9 – Master , undubbed –unedited)
Acetate
02. I’ve lost you (Take 7 – Master , undubbed –unedited) Acetate
03. I was born about 10.000 years ago (Take 1 – Master , undubbed –unedited)
04. The sound of your cry (Take 11 – Master , undubbed –unedited)
Acetate
05. The fool (Take 1 – try out)
06. Little cabin on the hill (Take 2) – Master, undubbed
07. Cindy ,Cindy (take 1) unedited
JUNE 5
08. Bridge over troubled water (Take 8 – Master , undubbed –unedited,
unrepaired)
09. Got my mojo working /Keep your hands off it (Take 1 – Master , dubbed
brass & horns –unedited)
10. How the web was woven (take 3 – Master, back-up vocals, no additional
overdubbing ) (previous unreleased)
11. It’s your baby, you rock it (Take 5 – Master , undubbed –unedited)
Acetate
12. Stranger in the crowd (take 9 - Master, Guide strings & backing vocals )
(previously unreleased)
13. I’ll never know (Take 7 – Master, undubbed –unedited) Acetate
14. Mary in the morning (Take 5 – Master, undubbed, unedited) Acetate
JUNE 6
15. Ain’t no big thing (Take 9) (dubbed strings) (previously unreleased)
16. You don’t have to say you love me (take 3– Alternate Master, dubbed
strings – no backing vocals) (previously unreleased)
17. Just pretend (Take 3 – Master , undubbed –unedited) Acetate
18. This is our dance (Take 11 – Master , undubbed –unedited) Acetate
19. Life (Take 20 – Master , undubbed –unedited) Acetate
20. Heart of Rome (Take 3 – Used for composite Master , undubbed –unedited)
Stereo (previously unreleased)
BONUS TRACKS
21. Bridge over troubled water - V.O July 2 3 (Acetate) stereo (previously
unreleased)
22. There goes my everything (Take 3 – Master , undubbed –unedited) Acetate
23. The next step is love - June 22 (backup vocal overdubs )Acetate
Total running time 78.38
DISC 2 - VOLUME 2 - JUNE 7 - 8 &
SEPTEMBER 22, 1970.
JUNE 7
01. When I m over you (Take 1 – Master , undubbed –unedited) Acetate
02. I really don’t want to know (Take 4 – Master, undubbed) Acetate
03. Faded love (take 1 – Master, undubbed – unedited) Acetate
04. Tomorrow never comes (take 13 – Master, undubbed) Acetate
05. The next step is love (Take 11 – Master, undubbed) Acetate
06. Make the world go away (Take 3 Master, undubbed spliced with work part
Take 1 (ending)Acetate
07. Funny how times slips away (Take 1 – Master , undubbed , unedited)
Acetate
08. I washed my hands in muddy water (Take 1 – Master, unedited, undubbed)
09. Love letters (Take 5 – Master, unedited, undubbed) Acetate
JUNE 8
10. There s goes my everything (Take 1) complete
11. If I were you (take 9 – master, undubbed ,unedited) Acetate
12. Only believe (Take 4 – Master , unedited, undubbed) Acetate (previously
unreleased)
13. Sylvia (Take 8 – Master , undubbed ,unedited)) Acetate (previously
unreleased)
14. Patch it up (Take 8 – Master , undubbed ,unedited) Acetate
SEPTEMBER 22
15. Snowbird (Take 6 – Master, undubbed, unedited) Acetate (previously
unreleased)
16. Where did they go lord? (Take 6 – Master, undubbed , unedited) Acetate
17. Whole lotta shakin’ goin’ on (Take 2 – Master, undubbed, unedited)
18. Rags to riches (Take 4 - unrepaired master, undubbed, unedited)
BONUS TRACKS JULY 18
19. I’ve lost you (Take 7 – Master, back up vocal overdubs) (previously
unreleased)
20. Bridge over troubled water (Take 8 – Master, brass & string overdubs mix
down) (previously unreleased)
21. The next step is love (Take 11 – Master, mix down) (previously
unreleased)
22. I’ll never know (Take 7 – Master, no backing vocals, mix down)
(previously unreleased)
Total running time 76.25
Note EpGold: From the Import label Gravel Road
Music - previous Import Cd release was their great sounding &
package "Vegas Rhythm" .
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Baby Let's Play House 2007 Remix.
The classic "Baby Let's Play House" has been remixed and will be
released in Europe as a single on December 10, 2007.
The mix is already available on iTunes, and will be released on CDvinyl, a
special compact disc playable in a normal CD player but also by a
traditional 33rpm turntable.
The packaging of this original Elvis Presley CDvinyl, will also be very
special and will resemble that of a 12" vinyl.
Click Here To Watch The Video:
http://www.babyletsplayhouse.com
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Remix by GlenVincert: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-uSa0QbIug
Track listing:
Baby Let's Play House - Radio Edit
Baby Let's Play House - Extended Version
Baby Let's Play House - Original Version
Baby Let's Play House - Ringtone
Baby Let's Play House - Video Clip
The video is also already available on YouTube
The press release:
November 16th, 2007 press release:
HISTORIC REMIX OF ELVIS PRESLEY'S BABY LET'S PLAY
HOUSE HAS EVERYONE TALKING.
NEW REMIXED PRESLEY SONG BY A CONTEMPORARY DJ/ARTIST IS RELEASED: SPANKOX
(OF CLUB ANTHEM TO THE CLUB FAME) BRINGS ELVIS' VOICE BACK TO RADIOS AND
CLUBS WORLDWIDE FOR THE THIRD TIME AFTER CHART-TOPPERS A LITTLE LESS
CONVERSATION AND RUBBERNECKIN'
Recognized worldwide as one of the most influential figures in music and pop
culture, Elvis Presley is today on the verge of another career milestone,
exactly 30 years after his death. Presley's classic Baby Let's Play House,
re-mixed by progressive DJ/producer Spankox, will be released in several
territories as a commercial single on the 10th of December.
Canada, Italy, Finland, Sweden and Norway will be the first territories to
release the single and the reaction has been a mix of delight, surprise and
respect. In Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Spain, Holland, Belgium and UK
the track is available from today as exclusive download from the iTUNES
store.
Spankox (his real name is Agostino Carollo) is a Verona (Italy) based
progressive DJ/producer/composer who most recently wrote and produced the
club classic "To The Club" and has produced and remixed tracks for Roxette,
Snap! and Vasco Rossi (Italy's n.1 rockstar) among the others. This release
of his treatment to the Elvis classic marks the third time in history that a
Presley song that has been remixed by a contemporary DJ/artist will be will
mass market: the first two, Rubberneckin' (remixed in 1998 by American DJ
Paul Oakenfols) and A Little Less Conversation (remixed in 2003 by Dutch DJ
JXL) were wordwide hits, selling millions of copies.
"Initially, we're always wary of anything that involves altering Elvis'
master recordings in any way, but this Spankox Re:Version is fantastic and
just blew us away. Elvis is a great and constant source of inspiration for
the creativity of other artists, and this is an outstanding example of
that," said Tom Holzen, President of EP Ltd.
"The Spankox Re:Version of Baby Let's Play House will deliver Elvis to a new
generation of music fans in an unexpected, cool and compelling way," said
Edward Johnson, Brand Partnership Marketing Manager of ELPR Inc.
After the digital release, the physical release of the record will be on
CDvinyl: it's a special compact disc playable in a normal CD player but also
by a traditional 33rpm turntable. The packaging of this original Elvis
Presly CDvinyl, which is indeed a charming collectable item, will also be
very special and will resemble that of a 12" vinyl. It will include a radio
edit version, an extended version and the original Presley song. Also, as
bonus, the ringtone and the fantastic videoclip (that can also be already
watched on YouTube) will be included in the disc.
The United States release is tentatively set to Dec. 24th, although
negotiations are still in process.
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Elvis International
Shop - The Netherlands.
OPEN: Saturday & Sunday November 17 & 18, 2007 - 1300. PM - 1800 PM.
E-Mail: elvisinternational@casema.nl
The Netherlands : 0251 - 821240
Other Country's Dial : 00 - 31 - 251 - 821240
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Beale Street: first financial results for 2007.
The Elvis celebrations in Memphis seem to have had a positive effect on the
whole town. The first financiel reports for the cafes and bars in Beale
Street show another increase in income.
According to The Financial Times USA, these were the best performing clubs
the first 10 months of the year: Blues City Cafe, followed by Hard Rock
Cafe, Alfred's, and Kings Palace Club - all with an income of over one
million dollar.
2007/11/16 The Financial Times USA -
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Hot Hot Import News !!!!
2001 and Audionics Team Up !
Beginning with a re- issue of Burning In Birmingham, the 2 labels- working
together- are to release several classic titles from the 2001/ Baxter
catalog .
Some of the other titles mentioned are: Hot Winter Night In Dallas and the
march 22nd 75 Vegas show from Profile Box 2.
Others are taken in consideration, depending on the demand . Birmingham is
to be released before the end of this year. Dallas and Vegas 75 are set for
early next year.
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Elvis Presley / Elvis X2.
This is a new digipack released by Sony/BMG Canada containing the first two
albums.
Elvis Presley - The Holiday Collection.
Sony/BMG Canada just released on November 13 their
Christmas Collector's Tin box with 3 CDs.
The Holiday Collection includes all of Elvis' original 20 Chritmas songs as
well as 10 additional sacred performances.
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B & K Enterprises Announces Exclusive Partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises to Produce Authentic Replicas of Elvis' Famed Jumpsuits and Stage Costumes.
www.elvis.com
- For the first time ever, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE) has
licensed a company to create replicas of Elvis' iconic jumpsuits. B & K
Enterprises, known internationally for its attention to detail in the
creation of authentic replica jumpsuits worn by the King of Rock and Roll,
has signed a formal licensing partnership with EPE
B & K has exclusive rights to manufacture these replicas, originally
designed and produced by Bill Belew and Gene Doucette in the 1970s. Many of
the original jumpsuits worn by Elvis in concert are currently on display at
Graceland. Doucette remains involved with B & K in the creative process by
producing the embroidery work on the costumes using original patterns and
designs.
B & K has produced jumpsuit costumes for numerous films, television shows
and print campaigns, including Disney's recent release "The Game Plan," the
2001 film, "3000 Miles to Graceland" and the November 2007 cover of Conde
Nast's new magazine Movies Rock, featuring Bill Murray in an Elvis jumpsuit.
The designs have also become popular with celebrity clients, including John
Mellencamp and Madonna. EPE's first-ever and highly successful Ultimate
Elvis Tribute Artist Contest held in August of this year featured many of
the contestants performing in B & K costumes including the winner, Shawn
Klush.
The family-owned business headquartered in Charlestown, IN, is one of the
premier full-service custom costume shops in the world and produces costumes
for stage and screen in addition to Elvis jumpsuit replicas. Butch Polston,
owner of B & K Enterprises says, "This is more than a business, it's a
passion. I'm a lifelong Elvis fan and his jumpsuits are pieces of art to me.
The costumes personified Elvis' larger than life image as a music artist,
it's an honor to create these costumes with EPE's stamp of approval."
In addition to replicas of Elvis stage wear, B & K offers a line of shirts,
vests, belts, jackets, casual wear, jewelry, all authentic replicas of
clothing worn by Elvis Presley. Consumers of B & K's products include Elvis
Presley tribute artists, music memorabilia collectors, Elvis fans and
various celebrities.
About Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.
Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE) is based in Memphis, with additional
offices in Los Angeles. In addition to Graceland and its related attractions
in Memphis, including the Heartbreak Hotel, EPE is aggressively involved in
a worldwide licensing program, merchandising, music publishing, and
television, film, video and Internet projects. For more information on EPE
and Graceland, visit
www.elvis.com . EPE is a subsidiary of CKX, Inc. (www.ckx.com), a
publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ National Market System (NMS)
under the ticker symbol CKXE.
Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.
Kevin Kern, 901-332-3322
The new upcoming Dvd Documentary "Fit For A King"
The Trailers From “Fit for a King” The Story
of B&K Enterprises.
Fit for a King Trailer 1
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Fit for a King Trailer 2
(Picture: holding the
Belt from Ed
Parker
Producer & Director Andy Dumas visiting & filming Larry Moss in Memphis for
the upcoming Documentary " Fit For A King "
- Ed Parker's
belt was recently acquired by Larry Moss in Memphis )
The new upcoming Dvd Documentary "Fit For A King" produced & Directed by
Andy Dumas tells the story of B&K Enterprises, a unique costume company
famous for their extraordinary recreations of the stage-wear and personal
wardrobe made famous by the late King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley.
It is also the story of childhood sweethearts who followed their dreams from Indiana to Graceland and around the globe.
Gene Doucette in Memphis 2007 Butch Polston & Bill Belew
“Fit for a King” also showcases the close personal relationships B&K
Enterprises shares with designer Bill Belew, Presley’s personal designer,
and Gene Doucette, who later designed some of the most famous and
recognizable stage outfits for Elvis, until his death in 1977.
Containing rare video footage and archival photographs of Elvis wearing his
amazing outfits, “Fit for a King” also showcases the risk-taking costume
styling and imagery that was part of Presley’s power as a Rock and Roll
Icon.Other segments include complete access to the new Jumpsuit display, and
we were allowed to film inside Graceland.
Butch
Polston & George Klein in Memphis 2007
We have great untold stories behind the suits. Rare Sketches of Jumpsuits
that were never made. We have great interviews with George Klein, one of
Elvis best friends. There is a great section on some of the best tribute
artist. Even people who don’t like the tribute artist will enjoy this part
of the story.
2007/11/15 Butch & Kim Polston from BK Enterprises - Andylon Lensen -
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Graceland - The National Historic Landmark Nomination.
The following article is one of the best overviews of Elvis' career I have ever read. It is 50 pages long, and in the PDF format, but well worth the read and would be very handy to keep as a reference source.
http://www.nps.gov/nhl/designations/samples/tn/Graceland.pdf
I commend it to you.
Brian.
2007/11/15 Brian Quinn / www.epgold.com
Another Elvis hotel?
Dream or reality? A group of investors is contacting fanclubs from
around the world to see if they would be interested in another Elvis hotel
in Memphis, near Graceland. From the mail by Fred Powers: “We have been
planning to build the project as residential condominiums when a local Elvis
fan (someone in the Memphis music scene) said "Why don't you create a hotel
catering to Graceland visitors from around the world?" We think the idea has
merit, so we decided to drop you an email and ask you, the friends and fan
members who visit Graceland, what you think is needed.”
The four buildings (see picture) can accommodate about 100 rooms and a
number of suites. There will be a very large rooftop entertainment area for
parties (and play Elvis' songs as loud as you wish) food, swimming and more!
Secure parking, concierge and room service, health facilities, parking for
tour busses, the works! We are open to a creative way to make this project a
Friends of Elvis residential project . . . with lots of activities related
to the fan's wishes, like limousine service to and from Graceland, trips to
the Casinos nearby in Mississippi, tours of famous Beale Street for great
food and to hear the 'blues'.”
2007/11/15
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Belgian gold record presented to Graceland.
(Picture: Angie Marchese and EM co-worker David Hamal in Memphis)
The gold award that was presented to Joe Guercio last September in
the Elisabeth Music Hall (at the ELVIS 2007 concert) for sales exceeding
30.000 copies of ‘The Essential Elvis Presley’ is now in Graceland.
Angie Marchese, director of the Graceland Archives, received the award in
the offices of Elvis Presley Enterprises in Memphis. Ms. Marchese told us
that the award will be put on display in the racquetball building next week,
right on time for the Christmas decoration.
Also note that the award is received with white gloves: the most precious
items from the Graceland archives go through this hands!
2007/11/15
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New DVD Trilogy.
EMI is releasing a new DVD Trilogy, combining both the "Elvis Lives" DVD
(‘the so-called screen show recorded Live in Memphis 2002’) and the Gospel
double disc set ‘He Touched Me'.
Both sets, here sold as one package deal, offer over 5 hours of interviews
and music.
Soon available.
2007/11/15
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Cover Art The Beginning of Rock N Roll.
Elvis graces the cover of a ten CD box featuring
hits from Ray Charles, Fats Domino, Bill Haley, B.B. King, Elvis Presley and
other artists who contributed to the birth of Rock And Roll.
This CD was released October 1, 2007 on the Weton label
Cover Art The King of Rock and Roll.
Released October 19, 2007 on the Forever Gold label is the budget CD
"The King Of Rock And Roll" featuring the now standard budget compilation
content.
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Analysis: Vegas has become a political boomtown.
LAS VEGAS, Nevada (CNN) -- What's new in Las Vegas? Everything -- including
the politics!
Las Vegas is a boomtown, literally. Take Tuesday
night's giant implosion of the Frontier Hotel. It was the Las Vegas Strip's
first themed casino. It went up in 1942 and came down at 2:30 a.m. (5:30
a.m. ET) Tuesday.
Elvis Presley and Siegfried and Roy made their Vegas debuts at the Frontier,
and Ronald Reagan performed there.
Now it's being replaced by -- what else? A $5 billion development modeled
after New York City's Plaza Hotel.
They say what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. But not for long.
This is a town where everything changes -- fast.
Las Vegas's Rep. Shelley Berkley, a Democrat, points out, "I've got the
fastest growing congressional district in the United States with 1.9 million
people. We have 5,000 new residents a month coming into town."
Who are all those people?
They're young people with families, taking new jobs in the booming service
sector. They're retirees, veterans, Hispanics and Asian-Americans.
"We build a school a month in order to keep up with the growth," Berkley
said, noting that her congressional district also has the fastest growing
senior population.
"I've got 212,000 veterans here in the Las Vegas Valley," Berkley said, in
addition to the fastest growing Asian and Hispanic populations.
You've heard how the American labor movement is struggling to survive? Not
here.
Berkley says Las Vegas is "the only community in the United States that has
a growing union population."
The politics are changing, too. Until the 1980s, Nevada tended to vote
Democratic. It's the Silver State. William Jennings Bryan, the candidate of
"free silver," carried it three times. New Deal Democrats like Lyndon
Johnson did well here.
The population boom of the 1970s and '80s brought a lot of new voters.
Mostly white, mostly Reagan Republicans.
Now with a new population boom, it's changing again.
"We have recently flipped the state and there are now more registered
Democrats than Republicans in the state of Nevada." Berkley said.
Who's this "we?" Vegas, baby, Vegas.
"Seventy percent of the state population is located here in southern Nevada.
We've dramatically changed the state," she says.
With just five electoral votes, why is Nevada significant?
It's a bellwether. Nevada has voted for the winner in every presidential
election since 1912, save one -- 1976.
What happens in Vegas may happen everywhere.
2007/11/14 By Bill Schneider - CNN senior political
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No On Tour on DVD.
Despite all the rumors that are flying around on the internet and
specialized Elvis sites, there are no plans for a DVD-release of the 1972
rocumentary “Elvis On Tour”.
EPE’s spokesman Todd Morgan has just clearly given their view on the matter.
Elvis Presley Enterprises is willing to work together with Turner/Warner,
but there’s no project in the pipeline for now.
Therefore, and for the time being, “On Tour” will only be available on
homevideo, not on DVD – let alone a DVD with a bonus disc and unreleased
footage.
2007/11/14
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Elvis to kick start Christmas lights switch on in UK.
SHOPPERS will get a taste of Las Vegas glitz and glamour at the Christmas
light switch-on this Sunday.
Elvis Presley aka Leigh Casling will shake things up with the Skyswood Vegas
Dancers outside St Albans Town Hall before the great switch on at 5.30pm.
Sight n' Sound Roadshow will kick start the festivities at 2pm. Father
Christmas will pop along in the afternoon for a sing song with Sandringham
School Junior Choir, Sandringham Community Jazz Band and the St Albans
Cathedral Girls Choir. Top Hat Stage & Screen School will also take centre
stage to entertain the crowds.
Then from 5pm youngsters can greet the stars of the Alban Arena's panto,
Cinderella - including The Ugly Sisters and Buttons, played by Tony Rudd who
is returning to the Arena for his third consecutive season.
St Albans Mayor, Councillor Kate Morris, will start the countdown to the
much awaited switch-on at 5.30pm. As well as a children's fairground, Market
Place will also host a one-off Christmas Market, selling various gifts,
stocking fillers and top quality local produce until 6pm.
Councillor Melvyn Teare, portfolio holder for culture and heritage, said:
"The Christmas lights switch-on event is a great way for the people of St
Albans to start the Christmas Shopping season and give our local shops a
boost.
"This year, as part of our ongoing support for local retailers, we have
started to address the need for new Christmas lighting in St Peter's Street.
I do hope everyone will come into town to have a look."
For a list of all the city centre shops and events happening over Christmas,
pop into the Tourist & Information Centre and pick up the Christmas Shopping
and Events Guide 2007. For more details contact the Tourist and Information
Centre on 01727 864511.
2007/11/14 By Angela Knight -
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Donations for an Elvis Forest in Israel.
The Elvis Show Fanclub of Switzerland is collecting donations for our own
project of a park in Israel with 500 donated trees...this park shall be
then, when the 500 tress are collected, named after Elvis Presley, the King
of Rock & Roll.
It will be planted next to the See Genezareth in the Swiss-Tiberias-Forests.
This is a non-political project which is co-sponsored by the Jewish National
Foundation KKL. This organisation is the main non-profit-organisation in
Israel which stands in for the nature, such as resources of water and
planting trees! Even in the desert!
So far we have collected approx. 100 tree-donations. Each tree costs only
CHF 30.-, or in Euro: € 20.- (the amount in $ is becoming enormous). There
are forests (of each 5000 trees) in Israel, which have been planted in the
name of J.F.Kennedy and the Pope, so why not have an own forest with a
beautiful plaque named after Elvis Presley?
Once JNF/KKL-Switzerland has received the money, they will (if you wish)
send you a wonderful Elvis-tree-certificate (see picture below) with the
amount of the donated trees. Therefor they will need your name and address
so that they can send it to you or to a person that you want to offer it to.
The Certificate comes in English language or in German language.
For more Infos, contact:
kkl-basel@bluewin.ch or
www.jnf-kkl.ch or
esfc@bluewin.ch
Or call JNF/KKL, Switzerland: 0041-61272 72 36 or send a fax: 0041-61-272 72
37
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Elvis items to be
auctioned by Bonhams.
Television producer, ex Mr Minnelli and star of the jungle David Gest, is
selling a huge collection of entertainment memorabilia in auction on
December 5th in London.
The auction of over 600 lots will be held at Bonhams Knightsbridge saleroom
and includes the largest collection of Gold Presentation Discs ever to
appear at auction as well as an array of important items relating to Film,
Television and Popular Music.
There are several items included within this sale, which may appeal to Elvis
collectors:
Lots
218 - An Elvis Presley toy guitar by Selcol
219 - A collection of Elvis Presley jewellery merchandise
220 - An 'Elvis Presley' compact
221 - An 'Elvis Presley' wallet
222 - A collection of Elvis Presley jewellery
223 - An Elvis Presley comb case
224 - An Elvis Presley 'Autograph Model' Phonograph
225 - An 'Elvis Presley' school folder/binder
226 - Jailhouse Rock (Rock Du Bagne), French film poster
227 - Kid Galahad (Un Direct Au Couer), French film poster
238 - 'Rock And Roll Recording Stars' "wax box" with thirty-six trading card
"wax packs", including Elvis Presley
In a press release David Gest stated, “Since my appearance on ‘I’m a
Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!’ and move to permanently live in the UK, my
life has dramatically changed. I no longer need a lot of the materialistic
things I once felt so passionate about. In fact, when I came out of the
jungle, I was giving away so many rare items to my friends, that they
advised me to put them on auction so that others could at last get enjoyment
from them."
The sale is on Wednesday December 5th:
Part One - 10.30 am
Part Two - 2pm
Before that, viewing starts Sun: 11am – 3pm
Mon: 9am – 7pm
Tues: 9am – 4.30pm
For more details and pictures of the Elvis lots visit the
Bonhams website
website and start your search at lot 218 onwards.
More details on the rest of this huge sale:
Gold Records:
The David Gest Collection includes more than 120 presentation Gold singles
and albums in recognition of sales over 1,000,000 records, from artists
including:
The Beatles: Yellow Submarine (£3000-5000), Help! (£4000-6000), Lady Madonna
(£3000-5000) and Penny Lane (£3000-5000).
The Rolling Stones: (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction presented to the late
Brian Jones (£10000-15000).
The Doors: Light My Fire (£8000-10000) and Hello, I Love You (£6,000-8,000)
both Jim Morrison’s personal copies.
The Monkees: I’m A Believer (£4,000-6,000) and Daydream Believer
(£3000-5000) presented to The Monkees.
Simon & Garfunkel: Mrs. Robinson (£4000-6000) and The Sound of Silence
(£4,000-6,000) presented to Simon & Garfunkel.
Led Zeppelin: Whole Lotta Love presented to Jimmy Page (£6000-8000).
Steppenwolf: Born To Be Wild (£3000-5000) and Magic Carpet Ride
(£2,000-3,000) presented to Steppenwolf.
The Mama and The Papas: California Dreamin’ (4000-6000) and Monday Monday
(4000-6000) both presented to original member, founder and leader of the
group John Phillips.
Signed Contracts and Autographed Memorabilia:
One of the most significant pieces in the sale is The Supremes original
Motown recording contract (£5000-6000) signed by all three original members.
There is an entire collection of the original ‘Shindig’ scripts and original
photos of all the legendary artists who performed on the show from the
classic 60’s US television series produced by Jack Good.
A further important archive of contracts and signed original sheet music
relating to Motown artists, includes The Temptations, The Four Tops, Stevie
Wonder, Martha Reeves and The Vandellas, The Jackson Five (the sheet music
of every one of their hits signed by all five) Edwin Starr, The Supremes
with Florence Ballard, Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, R Dean Taylor, Kim
Weston, Rare Earth, Smokey Robinson and The Miracles (post Smokey Robinson
(£6,000-8,000) entire collection.
Fans will be able to purchase autographed sheet music from major recording
artists such as Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston (signed in her full name),
Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark and Nancy Sinatra and autographed programmes
including the 1950’s and 1960’s artists such as The Four Tops, The
Temptations, The Hollies and Tom Jones. Letters and signed correspondence
are available from celebrities such as Paul McCartney, Bill Clinton, James
Stewart, Elizabeth Taylor, Frank Sinatra, Whitney Houston.
Music Merchandise and Concert Posters:
The collection includes an enormous array of fan based merchandising from
the 1960’s and 1970’s, with jewellery, toys, games and fashion items all
present from the major pop music performers of the day. Many of the items
are in rarely seen original packaging and original shop displays and give an
insight into the importance of collecting in the marketing of these bands.
The sale will include memorabilia from artists such as The Beatles,
including a complete original shop display stand of Beatles purses
(£1,000-1500), Beatles flicker flip-button badges (£1000-1500) and a rare
pair of unused Beatles sneakers in original box and tissue paper
(£800-1200), The Monkees including games, toys and jewellery, Curtis
Mayfield’s extremely rare ‘Superfly’ Sunglasses Display with all the
sunglasses (£2500-3500), The Osmonds including jewellery and toys, Elvis
Presley and The Rolling Stones, including a shop display of flicker badges
and The Jackson 5.
A large collection of concert posters from Jazz, Soul and R&B artists, The
Grand Ole Opry as well as 1950’s Rock & Roll to 1960’s bands such as the
Grateful Dead will be included.
Film Posters and Film Memorabilia:
One of the most significant items of film memorabilia in the sale is a pair
of boots worn by the acclaimed actor Joseph Cotten in the film Duel In The
Sun (£2000-3000) with an original signed lobby card.
A collection of over 50 film posters and lobby cards will also be offered
including an original Sullivan’s Travels Three Sheet Poster on linen from
the Preston Sturgers classic starring Joel McCrea and Veronica Lake
(£5000-7000). There is also the two original One Sheet Posters from
Sullivan’s Travels on linen including Style A (£3,000-5,000) and Style B
(£2,000-3,000). Also promotional material for actors and actresses such as
John Wayne, Audrey Hepburn, Frank Sinatra and Bette Davis are included. An
interesting lot in the sale is a “Film Weekly Magazine Award” which is a
beautiful bronze plaque for the Alfred Hitchcock 1930’s film, The 39 Steps
(£800-1200) in its original velvet lined case.
There are several important books relating to Walt Disney included within
the collection, a rare Walt Disney autographed and inscribed first edition
copy of the book “Fantasia” (£1500-2500) and an additional book from the
film entitled “ The Nutcracker Suite “ (£3000-4000) signed by Walt Disney
and 12 of the team who worked on the film production. The team have signed
on the title page as well as many of their illustrations.
Bonhams website
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Rock stars who have dominated the decades.
We've had Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Madonna and Kurt Cobain.
Who next?
Since the inception of rock'n'roll over half a century ago it's been
reasonably easy to identify the key figures who have dominated each decade,
squeezing out all the other contenders not only in terms of their lasting
musical influence (not to be confused with huge commercial appeal) but also
making a significant social and cultural impact.
Setting aside all matters of personal musical taste and taking a tilt - for
once - at objectivity, this list reads:
1950s Elvis Presley: Not the first. Not necessarily the best. But the most.
1960s Bob Dylan: Rewrote the rule book. Revolutionised the language of the
pop lyric, and invented not only a behavioural template for the modern rock
star but - with the Band behind him - rock music itself.
1970s David Bowie: Recognised - and, crucially, popularised - the almost
limitless range of possibilities of what popular music could do, say, be,
sound and look like.
1980s Madonna: The perfect pop construction. An almost indestructible
marriage of ambition, sex, media manipulation, the ability to change faces -
and a fistful of brilliant tunes. Everyone from Kylie and Robbie to Britney
and Christina have watched and learned.
1990s Kurt Cobain: Yes, he died in 1994, but he brought the electric guitar
and the intensely introspective "bedwetter" mentality back into the heart of
pop music - where, for good or ill, they have remained ever since.
Some of you will no doubt have a problem with the list, but I'd argue that
the enduring credentials of that rather motley crew are clear: in terms of
sheer global impact, when it comes to a battle between Madonna and, say,
Morrissey, there can only ever be one winner.
The real problem is finding the next influential name on the list: who on
Earth is going to be in the frame come the end of the noughties? I've racked
my brains and can only come up with a shortlist of Thom Yorke, Tupac (yes,
he died in 1996 but his "afterlife" has been far more influential than his
actual one) and, and ...
In fact, it's probably Simon Cowell. Tell me I'm wrong.
2007/11/14
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Elvis Lives on The
Food Network.
Elvis Week Episode of Dinner Impossible to Air on Food Network Wednesday,
November 14th, 10PM EST/9PM CST
A surprised and awe struck Chef Robert arrives at Graceland to receive his
challenge from Priscilla Presley. She asked him to make a down home country
family-style dinner for 100 Elvis Insiders of the over 75,000 fans who
traveled to Memphis to mark the 30th anniversary and Elvis Week.
Can he please Priscilla with a unique spin on her menu and make the deadline
during one of the hottest days of the summer?
Be sure to tune in and watch the debut of this new
episode of Dinner Impossible shot at Graceland and EP’s Delta Kitchen on
Beale during Elvis Week 2007.
Air Times:
November 14, 2007 10:00 PM ET/PT
November 15, 2007 1:00 AM ET/PT
December 23, 2007 10:30 PM ET/PT
December 24, 2007 1:30 AM ET/PT
2007/11/14 EPE /
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EP Blvd-sign still not repaired.
(Photo: David Hamal)
Months after a driver destroyed the beautiful “Elvis
Presley Boulevard”’ signage on the crossing of EP Boulevard and Brooks Road,
(mid September), the city has not yet begun repairing it.
According to the representative for the Visitor’s Center right behind the
signage, there is even a reasonable chance that the plaque stays the way it
is now, for at least another year.
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Jay-Z locks his 10th No. 1, that will tie him with Elvis Presley.
Jay-Z is on course to achieve his 10th No. 1 album
on The Billboard 200, as his "American Gangster" set (Roc-A-Fella) leads
Nielsen SoundScan's Building Chart, released (Nov. 7).
If Jay-Z locks his 10th No. 1,
selling between 425,000 to 450,000 units that will
tie him with Elvis Presley for second place among artists with the most
chart-toppers. Only the Beatles have more, with 19.
Unweighted sales for "American Gangster" through the close of business
yesterday from the Building Chart's panel of reporters stood at 179,000.
That's the third largest figure seen on the Wednesday Building Chart since
SoundScan began compiling it in September. Jay-Z trails only the first-day
numbers for Kanye West's "Graduation" (437,000) and 50 Cent's "Curtis"
(310,000).
Jay-Z's last album, 2006's "Kingdom Come," opened atop The Billboard 200
last fall with 680,000.
On the Wednesday Building Chart, Chris Brown's sophomore Jive set,
"Exclusive," was in second place with 107,000, while the Eagles' "Long Road
Out Of Eden" was third with 89,000. Garth Brooks' new "Ultimate Hits" (Pearl
Records) claimed the fourth slot, with 61,000.
2007/11/13 BILLBOARD /
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New FTD's Has Been Released.
Elvis Unlimited - Denmark just confirmed the The two new FTD titles Girls!
Girls! Girls! and Pot Luck has now been released.
In the following days other dealers will have them soon!
Order Now: FTD titles Girls! Girls! Girls! and Pot Luck
Click on the banner to enter the shop
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The New Frontier Reduced to Rubble.
Lights then counted down from ten on the southern side of the hotel, which had already been prepped for the implosion by the removal of windows and sections of the outer shell. As the timer reached zero, the number hovered for a few seconds before the big booms signaled the charges had been detonated.
Falling on top of its foundation, the building crumbled into a pile of rubble around 2:40am. A huge cloud of smoke billowed into the air from the explosions and the impact of the concrete, and we in the media area were blessed that the bulk of the dust and air debris was blown away from us, providing a clear look at the hotel’s final moments.
I’m still working on editing the video, but here are a few photos taken during this early morning event. This truly has to be one of the top most memorable moments I’ve ever witnessed, seeing this slice of Vegas history gone in a matter of minutes.
Watch the video:
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30-CD-Collectors-Box (Sony Music)
Although up untill now not officially confirmed - rumours were already spread on this new Release 30-CD-Collectors-Box (Sony Music)
Here is the artwork of the upcoming release where it should contain Elvis's Life Work?
A limited Edition - 1000 made and contains 30 Cd's in a loud-speaker box in white leather.
More details coming soon.
2007/11/13 www.collectors-service.de.vu / www.epgold.com
UK Midweek Charts - 13th November, 2007.
'You Don't Have To Say You Love Me' - Top 10
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Lewis honored as ‘ American Music Master’ .
(Actor and songwriter
Kris Kristofferson presents Lewis, 72, with a statuette naming him the 2007
"American Music Master" during the celebration in Cleveland. Lewis was the
first living recipient of the honor.)
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- When all was said and done, Jerry Lee Lewis did not kick
over any stools, did not set his piano alight, or wail songs of fire.
Instead, he played and sang gently and beautifully of rainbows and
bluebirds, and left very few dry eyes in the house.
Well into the autumn of his years, Lewis' body may have begun to wither, but
his stature as one of the singular artists of all time has only grown. On a
chilly Saturday night in Cleveland, he joined two of his personal heroes --
Jimmie Rodgers and Hank Williams -- in being honored by the Rock and Roll
Hall of Fame and Museum and Case Western Reserve University as an "American
Music Master."
A three-hour tribute concert at the Playhouse Square's State Theatre capped
a week-long celebration titled "Whole Lot of Shakin': The Life and Music of
Jerry Lee Lewis." Previous years had seen Rodgers, Williams, Leadbelly and
Sam Cooke, among others, recognized, but Lewis was the first-ever living
recipient of the honor.
Still irascible and unpredictable at age 72, much speculation had centered
on whether Lewis would show for the concert, and whether the resident of
Nesbit, Miss., would actually perform if he did.
Read the full account of the show:
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2007/nov/11/cold-night-cleveland-killer-warms-hall-fame
2007/11/13 By Bob Mehr - Contact /
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The New New Frontier.
The Las Vegas Strip is changing once again as another hotel implosion is
just hours away. Demolition of the New Frontier hotel/casino should be quite
impressive. Dynamite is wired up throughout the property.
This old hotel is where Elvis made his Las Vegas Debut in April of 1956. The implosion will be held Tuesday morning at 2:30 local time, and aired live on TV.
The company that bought the property is demolishing
it so they can build a luxury resort modeled after New York's Plaza Hotel.
But what will the New New Frontier look like? This artist's rendering made
available Monday, Nov. 12, 2007 by Preferred Public Relations & Marketing
shows a $5 billion megaresort planned for the former site of the New
Frontier hotel in Las Vegas.
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Elvis Jumpsuit: update.
The gorgeous white 'Turquoise' jumpsuit that
ElvisMatters offered for sale on behalf of a private collector, sold for
210.000 dollar on eBay.
ElvisMatters, the current owner and the future owner will finalize the sales
process the following days.
2007/11/13 www.elvismatters.be
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Bob Gray Died.
Bob Gray, a major leader of southern Fundamentalism, died Sunday of
an unspecified cause. A picture of Bob Gray preaching against the sensuality
of Elvis Presley’s music appears in a 1956 edition of Life magazine. Elvis
marked a “new low in spiritual degeneracy” according to Gray. Gray died one
week before he was to stand trial for molesting several girls while he was a
pastor.
This is what Elvis said about him:
When Elvis rolled into Jacksonville, Florida, on August 10, 1956, Judge
Marion Gooding had prepared an arrest warrant for Presley charging him with
impairing the morals of minors in the event that Elvis swiveled his hips.
Young people at the Murray Hill Methodist Church heard Elvis denounced in a
sermon entitled, "Hotrods, Reefers, and Rock and Roll." Elsewhere in town,
the Rev. Robert Gray, pastor of Trinity Baptist Church, offered up prayers
for Presley's salvation after declaring that the singer had "achieved a new
low in spiritual degeneracy."
Elvis later confessed frustration at the Baptist preacher's actions. "I
think that hurt me more than anything else at first. This man was supposed
to be a religious leader, yet he acted that way without ever knowing who I
was or what I was like," said Presley. "I believe in the Bible. I believe
that all good things come from God.…I don't believe I'd sing the way I do if
God hadn't wanted me to. My voice is God's will, not mine."
2007/11/13 Various / www.epgold.com
Vote for Elvis in Dutch Top 2000.
The popular Dutch national radio station Radio 2
launched its annual Top 2000 campaign today.
Listeners (that means everybody!) are welcomed to cast their votes.
Last year, over 10 million people did so, resulting in 18 singles for Elvis,
of which "Suspicious Minds" entered the Top 100 (# 97).
So... let's help Elvis here, and vote Suspicious Minds in the Top 100 again!
Click the link to vote.
2007/11/12
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Musicians HOF Awards
show in Nashville.
If you are going to be in or around Nashville you might want to check it
out.
I'm told Amy Grant has also just been added to the list of
performers/presenters.
http://www.scottymoore.net/mhofminduction.html
Thanks,
Jim
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Elvis On the frontcover of Arts Memphis Magazine.
Read Arts Memphis magazine featuring an in-depth discussion about the new
ArtsMemphis (formerly Greater Memphis Arts Council).
For more information:
http://www.artsmemphis.org
2007/11/12
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ASCAP Announces Top 25 Holiday Songs.
The Top 25 most performed ASCAP holiday songs of the past five years are listed.
Each song cites the most popular artist version played on radio.
Please go to the following URL: http://www.marketwire.com/mw/release.do?id=791532
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Elvis - Portraits.
The art cover published on our site yesterday wasn't the correct
(cover photo also had a reversed image)
The new one above may still be a mock up cover for this project as they might decide later on for something different.
As mentioned yesterday, Elvis - Portraits is for celebrating twenty years of JAT Productions and this special project will be a hardback ALL COLOR BOOK.
This new book is scheduled for the first quarter of 2008.
2007/11/12 JAT
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Elvis - Portraits.
JAT Productions next project right after Elvis In Tickle Me will be a book
titled Elvis - Portraits.
For celebrating twenty years of JAT Productions this special project will be
an hardback ALL COLOR BOOK .
This new book is scheduled for the first quarter of 2008.
2007/11/11 JAT Productions /
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Last Days For Jumpsuit Auction.
The marvellous Turquoise Jumpsuit that ElvisMatters was asked to sell on
eBay, seems to be a 'hit' in the Elvis World.
All the major news sites reported about the suit, which resulted in a large
number of questions and, consequently, bids.
With two more days to go, the highest bid is 120.000 $US, even though the
reserve price is not yet met.
The day the auction ends, we'll give an update on this site.
2007/11/11
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Springtime Elvis.
From the makers of "The Lord is my Sheppard, Tigeman Anthology series, new
Legendary performer releases and many more releases they will release now
the "Springtime Elvis".
Here's the info:
Springtime! is a new CD release from a new label: Memphis. The CD contains a newly remastered soundboard recording of the Elvis Presley show, April 10, 1972 (from the original Elvis On Tour mastertapes)
And Elvis recorded live at Eddie Fadal's home in Waco, Texas, May 27, 1958. Both recordings are for the first time available in this quality! The cd release with the Texas homerecording recording was very poor.
Trackinglist:
SOUNDBOARD RECORDING - ELVIS RECORDED LIVE IN RICHMOND, APRIL 10, 1972.
1. See See Rider 2. Proud Mary 3. Never Been To Spain 4. You Gave Me A Mountain 5. Until It's Time For You To Go 6. Polk Salad Annie 7. Love Me 8. All Shook Up 9. Bridge Over Troubled Water 10. Love Me Tender 11. It's Over 12. Introductions of musicians and backup vocalists 13. For The Good Times 14. An American Trilogy 15. Elvis Walks & Talks 16. Funny How Time Slips Away 17. Can't Help Falling In Love 18. End Theme 19. Elvis has left the building / souvenir announcement.
HOME RECORDING - ELVIS RECORDED LIVE IN WACO, TEXAS, MAY 27, 1958.
Elvis - Anita Wood - Eddie Fadal - Janice Fadal 20. I Understand Just How I Feel 21. Dialogue 22. Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 23. Dialogue 24. I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You) 25. Dialogue 26. Who's Sorry Now 27. Who's Sorry NOw 28. Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 29. Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 30. Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 31. Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 32. Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 33. Dialogue 34. Tumblin' Tumbleweeds 35. Baby Don't Ya Know 36. Tomorrow Night 37. Tomorrow Night (by Elvis) 38. Little Darlin' 39. Monologue 40. Just A Closer Walk With Thee
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Elvis: From
Memphis to Hollywood Re-issue.
Announced for April 2008 is the re-issue of Alan Fortas' book "Elvis:
From Memphis to Hollywood". The first edition was published in 1992.
Synopsis:
"When in June 1968, clad in black leather, a nervous Elvis Presley made his
television "Comeback Special", Alan Fortas was one of the five friends asked
to be on stage with him.Fortas ultimately spent nearly twelve years working
for Elvis, having been asked to join his fraternity of bodyguards and close
buddies that came to be known as "The Memphis Mafia" back in 1958. He lived,
travelled and played hard with Elvis during that time, watching Elvis become
increasingly disillusioned with the endless stream of movies he was forced
to act in, saw him become increasingly reliant on drugs, and witnessed
Elvis' colourful sex life. The only other memoir of Elvis that can offer
such genuine inside knowledge and intimacy is "Elvis and the Memphis Mafia",
by three other members of his bodyguard fraternity, which "Uncut" magazine
acclaimed as "the best Elvis book written to date", and which Aurum has
already re-published and seen reprint four times. Now it re-issues Alan
Fortas' book, which has been out of print for over ten years."
To be published by Aurum Press Ltd in April 2008 (paperback, 338 pages,
ISBN: 1845133226 / 978-1845133221)
Ancestors Of "Elvis Aaron Presley"
The book "Ancestors Of Elvis Aaron Presley - 50 Generations - The
Unofficial Genealogy" by Lorina Bolig was published by CreateSpace October
2007.
Synopsis:
Ancestors of "Elvis Aaron Presley" is a unique look at Elvis's heritage. He
has many interesting Ancestors. He has many Royal Lines. For anyone who
wants to know if they are related too. The Author has found she is his 8th
cousin once removed. You too, could be related.
Paperback, 482 pages, ISBN 1434811360/978-1434811363.
2007/11/11
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The REAL VIC COLONNA
has returned!!!
Vic Colonna says: Hello sports fans.
I am back. Back from the dead thanks to Paul Dowling who somehow tracked me
down in my cave in Montana where I've been holed up because I thought the
feds were still after me. Any questions about those records that changed the
recording industry?
You know, those nineteen single lps, three double
lps, and the 4lp box set, they will be answered here while I work on the
book that will chronicle those thrilling days of yesteryear.
Paul has provided me with a laptop and urged me to get in touch because he
says some of you actually still care. I only ask one thing of you: If you
are a fan of George Bush or approve of his policies please kill yourself
immediately because we do not want you infecting the gene pool.
I saw enough fighting in Vietnam and in various African countries during my
mercenary days and for what dumbya has done he should right now be hanging
from a yardarm or walking the plank to shark–infested waters below. When men
were men we would have run this scoundrel out of town on a rail, tarred and
feathered. Enough of that, before I tell you how I really feel let's talk
about the Elvis records, those fun days, days when many of you could not get
enough of that stuff and kept asking about our next release.
Yes, we had more records "In the can" when we hung up our Rock 'n' Roll
shoes but those pesky g-men, thanks to the election of Ronnie Rayguns,
forced us to call it a day. I see Ernst has carried on the tradition quite
capably. He still has some goodies for you, of that I am sure, either that
or we had some things he did not.
We'll have to see, and if you still have not heard "Afternoon jam", what
would have been our next record, a great session with Elvis and the boys
jamming in NBC studios one afternoon during the filming of the '68 comeback,
then we will have to petition him to get that out to you all. Elvis sings
"Young love" and "Oh, Happy day" and it is a treat.
Vic Colonna.
Published on the forum Fecc.
2007/11/10 Vic Colonna
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1957 Original Graceland Signed Real Estate Contract Archive.
Vernon and Gladys Presley lived in a well-appointed house on Audubon Drive
in Memphis, TN, purchased for them by their increasingly famous son, Elvis.
They would have been comfortable there had their son not become the biggest
show business sensation in the western world. It soon became apparent that
1034 Audubon Drive failed to provide privacy from an increasing army of fans
who even started camping on the home’s front lawn.
Consequently, Elvis and his parents spent much of early 1957 in Hollywood
where Elvis was filming “Loving You”, which featured his parents as extras.
On Saturday, March 17, 1957, a day after they returned to Memphis, Elvis’
mother and father called real estate agent Virginia Grant to see what she
had to offer. Grant wasted no time. That day she showed them two properties,
leaving Graceland to last. By 6 p.m. she had accepted a $1,000 deposit from
the Presleys and drawn up a provisional sales contract detailing the terms
of sale, including an asking price of $90,000.
At 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 19, 22-year-old Elvis, accompanied by his
parents, met Grant at Graceland. According to the real estate agent's highly
detailed, published account of the transaction, Elvis surveyed the property
for a few minutes, then baptized the house by playing some Rock & Roll at a
piano. Elvis, Vernon and Gladys Presley signed the sales contract on the
spot as purchasers, and a closing date was set for Tuesday, March 26, at
4:30 p.m.
The remarkable archive Mastro Auctions’ is offering in its December
Connoisseur Sale details these landmark events. It includes two legal size
copies of the sales contract document, each double-sided and dated March 17,
1957. The Graceland signing is written in Grant's hand in red ink,
hand-dated by Grant and signed on the reverse by the Presley family as
purchasers and Virginia Grant as selling agent. Vernon Presley signed first
in bold deep blue fountain pen, Elvis appears immediately below in a
different ink, and Gladys Presley signs below in different black ball point.
The trio of signatures is immensely scarce, particularly Gladys Presley who
died on August 14, 1958.
Accompanying is a second, final version of the sales contract. Amendments
include a revised price of $102,500, inflated due to several offers made to
the seller as news of the deal leaked out. Also included is a remarkable
survivor from the closing: a receipt slip dated March 26, 1957,
acknowledging repayment from Virginia Grant of the $1,000 and signed by
Elvis Presley.
Auction estimate is $50,000 - $75,000.
www.mastroauctions.com
2007/11/10 Vissie -
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Vote For Your Top 20 Elvis Tracks.
What's this all about?
Dave Bishop and Paul Coogan will be playing listeners' top 20
ELVIS songs on Saturday 22 December 2007, 8pm UK time - only here on
Phoenix FM.
http://www.phoenixfm.com/top20-elvis.php
2007/11/10 Brian quinn
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Play addresses Elvis' influence.
The nature of Elvis Presley will be explored in the world premiere of a play
that presents a down-to-earth portrayal of Elvis' past and challenges
audiences to reconsider their opinions about his origins.
"Tupelo: to Elvis and the town he left behind," will open at 8 p.m. today at
the ArtsCenter in Carrboro. It is the inaugural event of UNC's 15th annual
Southern Writers in Performance Series. It will play again tomorrow and also
15-18 November.
The play deals with two fictional boys, one black and one white, who, as
friends, went to see a free concert Elvis gave for his hometown of Tupelo in
1956. Paul Ferguson, professor of performance studies at UNC and the play's
director, described the town of Tupelo, Miss., as "a highly segregated place
with a lot of racial tension and socioeconomic disparity," which enjoyed a
rare sense of unity at the concert.
"Because (Elvis') music was so deeply influenced by African-American blues
artists and jazz singers, he appealed to that community," Ferguson said."
The concert was a time when an African-American kid and a white kid could go
to the same concert, as friends, without any kind of societal barriers
between them."
Ferguson said after seeing the concert, the boys were deeply moved and found
something they wanted to embrace: an undivided Tupelo. The play's theme of
illuminating the past runs parallel to a motive of Ferguson's to dispel a
rumor about The King.
"There was a persistent kind of myth that Elvis might have been a racist; in
fact he was the opposite," Ferguson said. "The play offered me a chance to
continue the debunking of that myth."
The belief that Elvis was racist is based on claims that he made a bigoted
remark during a radio show moderated by Edward R. Murrow.
"In reality, (Elvis) was never on the radio show and never said that. Even
Edward R. Murrow said that it was completely untrue," Ferguson said. "If
anything, Elvis is the only artist who is giving African-Americans the due
credit for his works."
LaMark Wright, who plays one of the lead roles in the play, said he was at
first unsure about assuming the role of a black man in the context of Elvis'
supposed racism.
"I had always heard the story about 'Yeah Elvis is racist and all this and
all that,' and that's the notion I had gathered," Wright said. "I had
preconceived notions of who and what Elvis was. (Tupelo) spoke volumes to me
about what I had to personally let go of or re-evaluate."
Andrea Powell, an actress in the play, said performing in "Tupelo" gave her
a new picture of the famed singer.
"One thing that I really love about this play is that it approaches the
story of Elvis from a completely different perspective," she said.
"(People) think Graceland, 'Viva Las Vegas' sequined guy, but this play
focuses on what really made him different in terms of changing music
forever."
2007/11/10 Daniel Stainkamp
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Elvis is Alive Museum sold.
Someone from Elvis Presley's home state of Mississippi has placed the
highest bid in an EBay auction of memorabilia from a museum devoted to
proving that the King is still alive. The bidder had until the close of
business Friday to put up the US$8,300 and arrange to pick it up from the
Missouri museum, which is shutting down. The auction closed at 5:20 p.m.
Thursday.
If the high bidder does not emerge, the museum's proprietor can offer the
memorabilia to the second-highest bidder at $8,200. As of Friday afternoon,
three e-mails to the high bidder had not been returned.
"He could be a very busy individual and hasn't slowed down or he could be so
excited he won he had a heart attack and is in the hospital," said Steve
Beeny, the son of museum owner Bill Beeny. "I'm keeping an open mind.
Hopefully, he will make contact."
Bill Beeny, 81, placed the memorabilia on EBay late last month. He hoped
someone would buy the collection and open a new museum dedicated to the idea
that Elvis never died. The collection includes photographs, books, yellowed
news clippings and replicas of Elvis' Cadillac and the casket and gravestone
from his 1977 funeral - which Beeny believes was a fake.
The Baptist minister founded the quirky museum in 1990. Steve Beeny declined
to put a value on his father's collection.
"Value is in the eye of the beholder," he said. "One man's trash is another
man's treasure."
He said Bill Beeny would have liked the museum to stay in the family but all
of his six kids "have real life going on."
"I'm sure there's some regret there," Steve Beeny added. "But he's always
been one to look forward and not look back. It's bittersweet. It's kept us
entertained through the years."
2007/11/10 The Canadian
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Original Nativity set for sale.
The original Nativity set that was used at Graceland, beginning with the
1965 Christmas season, is now for sale on eBay.
The seller, Med Phipps, is the son of the late Hardy Phipps, a local Memphis artist who contracted to provide the annual Christmas scene at Graceland until the early 1990’s. Hardy created this handmade, hand-painted fiberglass nativity scene for Elvis and Priscilla to display at Graceland in the 1960’s.
The stable was later upgraded and enlarged. As a
young man, the current seller helped his father set up the scene each year.
The set includes
• Mother Mary
• Joseph
• Three kneeling wise men
• One standing shepherd
• One angel
• One calf’s head
• Three-piece stable
2007/11/10 Ebay -
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Elvis International
Shop - The Netherlands.
OPEN: Saturday & Sunday November 10 & 11, 2007 - 1300. PM - 1800 PM.
E-Mail: elvisinternational@casema.nl
The Netherlands : 0251 - 821240
Other Country's Dial : 00 - 31 - 251 - 821240
2007/11/09 ElvisInternational /
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The Billboard chart listings for the week ending November 17, 2007
Top 200 Albums: Home For The Holidays: #165
Comprehensive Albums: Home
For The Holidays: #188
Comprehensive Albums: #196
Pop Catalogue Albums:
Elvis Christmas #25
Pop Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #36
Country Catalogue Albums:
ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #4
Country Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #3
Independent Albums: Home For The Holidays: 16
Holiday Albums: Elvis
Christmas: #13
Holiday Albums: It's Christmas Time: #24
Holiday Albums: Home For The Holidays: #12
Music Video: ELV1S #1 Hits
Performances: #4
Music Video: Aloha From Hawaii #36
Music Video: '68 Comeback Chart: #28
Comprehensive Music Video:
ELV1S #1 Hits Performances: #4
Comprehensive Music Video: Aloha From Hawaii: #37
Comprehensive Music Video: '68 Comeback Special #29
Dropping of the chart is the "Ultimate Gospel compilation from the Country
Catalogue chart.
2007/11/09 www.elvischarts.com / www.epgold.com
"Elvis The King- 30 tracks" / "Elvis #1 Hits - 15 tracks"
The DVD "Elvis #1 Hit Performances" released in the U.S.A. with 15 tracks
has been released as ""Elvis The King" in Europe with 30 tracks.
The U.S.A version has fewer tracks, according to Graceland, because of clearance problems with the extra tracks. Anyway, SONY/BMG in Germany has released it in NTSC, Region code "0," which is playable on U.S.A. DVD players and TVs.
I just got my copy from Amazon/Germany (approximately $45 U.S.D.) in about 10 days - it's really nice to have the extra 15 tracks.
Any U.S.A. fan who is
interested in buying the 30 track edition, go to:
http://www.amazon.de/Elvis-Presley-King-Rock-Roll/dp/B000WC4D04/ref=sr_1_8/303-4774915-0139449?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1194572782&sr=1-8
If you have an account with Amazon/USA, your address and other data is
already there.
Please go to the following URL for more information:
http://www.noblepr.co.uk/Press_Releases/sonybmg/elvis_the_king_rnr.htm
2007/11/09 Mistery Train
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Cyrus out-Elvises Elvis.
Elvis Presley was a lot of things. He was a rags-to-riches success story. He
borrowed blues and gospel licks from the black performers he admired and
introduced them to a mainstream audience. He wasn't a mere American Idol,
but the king himself. But he didn't really know how to tell a woman to "Love
Me Tender," singing the song with a syrupy sincerity that's rarely the best
way to a lover's heart.
Cyrus Chestnut, on the other hand, knows how to conjure up a spirit of
genuine romance. Just listen to the jaunty jazz pianist's reinvention of
"Love Me Tender" on his new CD, Cyrus Plays Elvis. It's a great example of
how a gifted musician can take a sappy song and set it free.
The much-heard melody, lifted from an old Civil War ballad, rings out with
newfound oomph, sounding insistent yet dreamy. Chestnut reinvigorates the
song with lush chords, playful grace notes, worshipful tremolos and
effortless runs up and down the 88s. Sometimes, the melody disappears
altogether before returning, as if by magic. Chestnut works over the
keyboard to win over the unnamed object of his desire, and it's hard to
imagine anyone not giving in.
2007/11/09 CD Review:
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'Home For The Holidays' Enters Billboard Top 200 Album Chart.
HITTING A TRIPLE: "Home for the Holidays" (Sony BMG Special Products) is the
third Elvis Presley album to debut on The Billboard 200 this year, following
"The Essential Elvis Presley" in January and "Elvis: Viva Las Vegas" in
August.
"Home," new at No. 165, gives Presley his first set of three new entries in
a calendar year since 2002.
The above information from Billboard's Fred Bronson.
The Billboard Top Holiday Albums Chart also has the following entries:
'Home For The Holidays' - No.12.
'Elvis Christmas' - No.13.
'It's Christmas Time' - No.24.
The said album is also No.15 on the Cashbox Hot Christmas Album Chart.
The Casbox Charts also have the following entry:
Hot Country Christmas Albums - 'It's Christmas Time' at No.6.
2007/11/09 Brian Quinn /
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Je t’aime, Nicolas Sarkozy tells America as he aims to be the ‘ally-in-chief’
President Sarkozy of France yesterday dazzled President Bush and Congress by
proclaiming his love for America as he sought to rekindle a long alliance
that turned soured over war in Iraq.
His address to both Houses of Congress was delivered in French. He began by
breathing warm words of fidelity into the translation earpieces worn by
almost all the US legislators.
To the first of many standing ovations he spoke of the shared values and
history of the two nations, dating back to the War of Independence, and
declared: “France is the friend of the United States of America.”
At a dinner held in his honour the previous evening, Mr Sarkozy had
signalled his amorous intentions when he toasted President Bush, saying: “On
behalf of all Frenchmen, I want to reconquer the heart of America.”
Mr Bush replied by making a rare foreign-language foray, welcoming his guest
with the words “Bienvenue à la Maison Blanche.” The White House — as it is
more usually known — has been enthralled by Mr Sarkozy, who appears ready to
slip into the role of “ally-in-chief” so recently vacated by Tony Blair.
The British former Prime Minister’s own address to Congress in 2003 had been
received with a huge ovation. But yesterday Senator Patrick Leahy suggested
that Mr Sarkozy had outdone him, saying that the response to a foreign
leader had been the “most positive that I’ve heard in 30 years”.
At a joint press conference with Mr Bush held at the Mount Vernon home of
George Washington, Mr Sarkozy reiterated his hardline stance against the
nuclear ambitions of Iran, saying that “the outstretched hand of continued
discussion” must go together with the “worst-case scenario” of military
action.
Mr Bush said that there had been disagreement with France over the invasion
of Iraq, but added: “I don’t sense any difference of opinion now.” He
continued: “It’s safe to say that you’ve impressed a lot of people here on
your journey. I have a partner in peace, somebody who has clear vision,
basic values, who is willing to take tough positions to achieve peace.”
In his speech to Congress yesterday the French President did not even
mention Iraq. Instead he chose to pay tribute to the sacrifice of US
soldiers in both world wars for which France owed America “an eternal debt”.
He added: “Whenever an American soldier falls somewhere in the world, I
think of what the American Army did for France. I think of them and I am
sad, as one is saddened to lose a member of one’s family.”
He promised that the two countries would stand together in the “fight
against terror”, solemnly declaring that French troops would “remain engaged
in Afghanistan for as long as it takes” and suggesting that Iran should not
“doubt our determination” to stop it developing nuclear weapons.
Mr Sarkozy described “the American dream” and went on to cite such figures
as Elvis Presley, John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe
and Neil Armstrong as he spoke of the impact that the US had made on his
generation. But he also knew that his performance would be closely followed
back in France. The Opposition is ready to pounce on him for fraternising
too closely with Mr Bush, cartoonists have already started depicting Mr
Sarkozy as an American “lap-dog” and his own Gaullist party is itself
nervous about his enthusiasm for America.
With this is mind he concluded his speech by setting out areas of
disagreement, including monetary policy and currency speculation with a
country that should be “setting an example”.
Mr Sarkozy said that America’s admirers expected it “to stand alongside
Europe in leading — I repeat, leading — the fight against global warming”.
The US hopes that he will bring France back into full Nato membership,
healing a rift that dates from 1966, during the presidency of Charles de
Gaulle. But yesterday Mr Sarkozy suggested that America needed first to be
less suspicious of plans for a common European defence force.
“The more successful we are in establishing a European defence, the more
France will be resolved to resume its full role in Nato,” he said.
Curdled relationship
1778 France enters American Revolutionary War, providing crucial support for
the US
1803 France sells the US 530 million acres of French North American
territory. The Louisiana Purchase was the biggest land deal in US history
1886 The Statue of Liberty is presented by France to the people of the US.
It is agreed that France would produce only the statue, whereas the US would
have to pay for her (more expensive) pedestal
First and Second World Wars US troops are instrumental in pushing German
forces from French soil, joining the First World War in 1917 and
contributing 70,000 men to the Normandy landings in 1944
2003 French President Jacques Chirac is a leading opponent of the US foreign
policy, pledging to veto a second UN Security Council resolution that would
have authorised the use of military force against Iraq. Chirac’s stance
leads to growing anti-French feeling in the US, with a Capitol Hill
Administration Committee ordering French fries be renamed freedom fries.
News Information & Photo's Jean-Marc Gargiulo - www.treatmenice.org / www.itselvistime.nl
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Supreme Court upholds
ruling in dispute over Elvis memorabilia.
DOVER, Del.—The Delaware Supreme Court has upheld a ruling granting a
California businessman ownership of an odd collection of Elvis Presley
memorabilia, including a glass nasal douche reportedly used to irrigate the
King's sinuses before he took the stage.
A Chancery Court judge entered a default judgment in July in favor of
Richard Long after his erstwhile business partners, Robert Gallagher and
Betty Franklin of Nevada, repeatedly failed to appear for court hearings and
depositions and ignored court orders to allow the collection to be inspected
for insurance purposes.
Gallagher, also known as Bobby Freeman, appealed to the state Supreme Court
after vice-chancellor Leo Strine Jr. held him and Franklin in contempt and
gave Long authority to dissolve the partnership and sell the collection.
The Supreme Court rejected arguments by Gallagher and Franklin that their
behavior was excusable, and that Strine violated their due process rights in
entering a default judgment for Long.
"To the contrary, the Court of Chancery demonstrated commendable patience
and forbearance in its dealings with the Gallaghers," Justice Jack Jacobs
wrote in a ruling handed down Tuesday. "Only when the Gallaghers had clearly
demonstrated an extreme degree of willfulness and conscious disregard for
the Court of Chancery's orders did the Court of Chancery impose its
sanctions."
The collection, known as "Dr. Nick's Memories of Elvis," consists of items
once owned by Dr. George Nichopolous, once a personal physician to the rock
star who died of heart disease and prescription drug abuse in 1977 at his
Memphis mansion. Among the items is a black doctor's bag used by Nichopolous
and containing prescription bottles bearing Presley's name. The collection
also includes jewelry, guns, and a laryngeal scope used to examine Presley's
throat.
According to the lawsuit, Nichopolous, who has collaborated with Gallagher
and Franklin in past exhibitions of the collection, agreed last year to sell
it to them and Long for $1 million.
Long said he agreed to put up the $1 million, and that Gallagher and
Franklin, who claimed to have a "half interest" in the collection, agreed to
assign all their rights to a limited liability company he controlled. Long
also allegedly agreed to lend the new company $1 million to cover expenses
incurred by Gallagher and Franklin, and another $1 million for operating
capital.
Long alleged in his lawsuit that Gallagher and Franklin refused to surrender
access to the memorabilia and would not provide proof of their expenses and
the paperwork needed to obtain insurance. He also claimed that within weeks
of closing the deal, Gallagher said he was putting together a group to buy
him out. The sale never developed and Franklin blamed Long for "tremendous
losses" after plans to exhibit the collection at the Stardust casino in Las
Vegas before it closed last year fell through.
At one point, the collection was being stored inside three tractor-trailers
in Nevada airport hangars. David Finger, an attorney for Long, said
Wednesday that his client doesn't know where the collection is now but is
determined that Gallagher give it up.
"If he does not turn it over, we will seek to have him incarcerated," Finger
said.
Michael Matuska, an attorney representing Gallagher and Franklin in a Nevada
lawsuit against Long, did not immediately return a telephone message
Wednesday.
2007/11/08 By Randall Chase
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Update - Follow That Dream Releases.
Andylon Lensen just got the confirmation personally from Ernst Jorgensen on the New Ftd -Special Editions 1 Cd "Girls, Girls,Girls" & 2 Cd "Pot Luck"
We always said it would be early November, and we are starting to pack them tomorrrow and will ship over the next 2-3 working days.
Best,
Ernst.
2007/11/07 Ernst Jorgensen - Andylon Lensen / www.epgold.com
STAR´PROUDLY THE ULTIMATE 2007 SEASONS´ GIFT OUT NOW!!!
HAVE YOU BEEN naughty OR nice???? YOU BETTER WATCH OUT...... SANTA IS
EARLY THIS YEAR!!!!
´STAR´PROUDLY PRESENTS THE ULTIMATE 2007 SEASONS´ GIFT:
´Elvis- The Definitive Christmas Collection.......and favourite spirituals.
Has been sent out last week Friday and is now in
stock at the dealers!!!
A SUPERB 4 DISC BOX SET - includes:
3 CDs - 70 tracks!! Christmas and Spiritual masters, outtakes, live songs
and many more rare recordings!
1 DVD - 20 clips!! You know ´STAR´ ??
Then you know you´ll get THE VERY BEST brand new VIRTUAL Christmas and
Gospel clips!
Hear and see Elvis sing ´If Everyday Was Like Christmas´ and many others!!
Never before seen, this will bring your holidays to a higher level!!
FREE ELVIS CHRISTMAS CARD!! - Only available in this box set.
Limited Edition Only.
PRICE OF THIS BEAUTIFUL SET: ONLY 20,00 EURO ! ( and that´s a present
already)
TRACKLIST: CD 1
Elvis´ Christmas Message / I´ll be home for christmas ° White Christmas °
Here Comes Santa Claus ° Santa Claus Is Back In Town ° Peace In The Valley °
Blue Christmas ° Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me ° O Little Town Of Bethlehem
° Silent Night ° Known Only To Him ° If Everyday Was Like Christmas ° In The
Garden ° Somebody Bigger Than You And I ° Where No One Stands Alone ° Mama
Liked The Roses ° O Come, All Ye Faithful° The First Noel ° An Evening
Prayer ° On A Snowy Christmas Night ° Winter Wonderland ° A Thing Called
Love ° The Wonderful World Of Christmas ° It Won´t Seem Like Christmas
Without You ° I´ll Be Home On Christmas Day ( master)° Holly Leaves And
Christmas Trees ° If That Isn´t Love ° If I Get Home On Christmas Day °
Merry Christmas Baby ° Silver Bells ° I´ll Be Home On Christmas Day( take
10, remake )
TRACKLIST: CD 2
Blue Christmas ( live, 1968 ) ° Somebody Bigger Than You And I ( take 11 ) °
It Wont Seem Like Christmas ( take 6 ) ° Silver Bells ( take 1) ° Oh Holy
Night/The First Noel ( remix ) ° A Thing Called Love ( take 1 ) ° I´ll Be
Home On Xmas Day ( take 3 ) ° Merry Christmas Baby ( unedited complete
master ) ° Santa Claus Is Back In Town ( live, 1968 ) ° Where No One Stands
Alone ( spliced take )° Life ° If Everyday Was Like Xmas ( takes 1,2 ) °
Holly Leaves And Christmas Trees ( take 4 ) ° The Wonderful Wold Of
Christmas ( unedited master ) ° If I Get Home On Xmas Day ( take 1 ) ° We
Call On Him ( take 5 ) ° Listen To The Bell ( informal recording) ° Blue
Christmas ( live, 1975 ) ° Winter Wonderland ( undubbed master ) ° How Great
Thou Art ( take 4 ) ° I´´ll Be Home On Christmas Day ( take 9, remake )
TRACKLIST: CD 3
Mama Liked The Roses ( undubbed master take 10 ) ° O Come ,All Ye Faithful
(extended version ) ° Merry Christmas Baby ( overdubbed ) ° Holly Leaves And
Christmas Trees ( take 8 ) ° Known Only To Him ( spliced take ) ° I´ll Be
Home On X,as Day ( take 2, remake) ° On A Snowy Christmas Night ( remix ) °
It Won´t Seem Like Xmas ( take 3 ) ° Silver Bells ( remix, take 2 ) ° You´ll
Never Walk Alone ( take 2 ) ° Stand By Me ( take 10 ) ° Somebody Bigger Than
You And I ( take 15 ) ° I´ll be Home On Christmas Day ( take 4, remake ) °
Blue Christmas ( live, 1977 ) ° Auld Lang Syne ( live, 1977 ) °
BONUS TRACKS:
The Elvis Christmas Medley ( unreleased ) ° The Wonderful World Of Christmas
( vocal overdub ) ° If Everyday Was Like Xmas ( demo, sung by Red West ) °
Silent Night ( sung by Lisa- Marie ) ° Jingle Bells / White Christmas (
informal SUN recording, 1956, Million Dollar Quartet)
TRACKLIST: DVD:
IF EVERYDAY WAS LIKE CHRISTMAS ° WINTER WONDERLAND ° HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS
° MAMA LIKED THE ROSES ° PEACE IN THE VALLEY ° MY FAVOURITE CHRISTMAS SONG °
ON A SNOWY CHRISTMAS NIGHT ° I , JOHN ° PUT YOUR HAND IN THE HAND ° SANTA
BRING MY BABY BACK (TO ME) ° I´LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS ° HOLLY LEAVES AND
CHRISTMAS TREES ° THE GOSPEL MEDLEY ° HOW GREAT THOU ART ( live 1977 ) °
BLUE CHRISTMAS ( live 1977 ) ° YOU´LL NEVER WALK ALONE ° WHITE CHRISTMAS °
OH, HAPPY DAY ° SANTA CLAUS IS BACK IN TOWN ° AULD LANG SYNE
( RUNNING TIME APPROX: 60 mins - DOLBY DIGITAL SOUND)
2007/10/27 EpGold.Com
Memorial
planned for Alex Romero.
Memorial service for Alex Romero, a Hollywood dancer and
choreographer who directed Elvis Presley's dancing in "Jailhouse Rock" and
several other movies, is scheduled for Sunday at 3 p.m.
It will be held in the Dance Theater at Glendale Community College, 1500 N.
Verdugo Road. Parking is available in the faculty lot.
Romero, 94, died Sept. 8 of natural causes at the Motion Picture and
Television Fund home in Woodland Hills.
2007/11/07
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COMMITTED TO DIGITAL: Malco Speed Deployment in Partnership with Dolby.
The King of Rock 'n' Roll recently had one last encore on celluloid
at the fourth annual Elvis Film Festival in Memphis, Tennessee, during the
30th edition of the city's official Elvis Week. Although digitally
remastered by Warner Home Entertainment, the return of four of Elvis
Presley's movies to the big screen at Malco Theatre's Studio on the Square
still happened on film. At this classic house, Malco VP of operations and
technology Mike Thomson contends, digital deployment "is a little difficult
because of how the theatre was built, but we'll definitely do it."
Elvis may have mused "Live a Little, Love a Little", but at Memphis-based
Malco, management and audiences love digital a whole lot. Elsewhere at the
17th-largest circuit in North America with 330 screens at 33 locations
across the mid-South, film has already pretty much left the building. "Even
at 2K resolution", Thomson enthuses, "it is amazing what these pictures look
like at Malco. For me, they exceed film already in many, many ways. Our
customers are asking for digital presentations. Every screen in the Malco
circuit will be Dolby Digital - that is the commitment."
... Adding the same Barco 3000 projector that during this past ShoWest "put
something like seven-plus foot-lamberts on that Real D screen at the Jubilee
Theater", Thomson envisions the very first dual-digital-projector 3D at his
62.5-foot (19 m) giant Memphis Paradiso screen. "If all that comes together
for Beowulf in the way I';m hoping it will, with all the final calibrations
done perfectly, we'll have something to compete with IMAX. It will make that
3D image stand out like you would't believe". What would Elvis have crooned
about that?
2007/11/07 By Andreas Fuchs -
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JAY-Z LOOKING TO TIE WITH ELVIS.
Rap mogul JAY-Z will tie with ELVIS PRESLEY for the most number one
albums if his new release, AMERICAN GANGSTER, hits number one, as expected.
The rapper has claimed nine top spots on the Billboard charts, the same
number as the Rolling Stones. The Beatles top the list with 19 number ones.
2007/11/07
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Chart update UK Mid Week sales.
'In The Ghetto' - Top 10.
On the U.K. singles chart the re-issue of "Viva Las Vegas" is a new entry at
#15.
2007/11/07 Brian Quinn /
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TCB Band With Danish Artists.
On April 19, 2008 the TCB Band will be performing in Denmark again.....
This time they will the be performing with three well known Danish artists.
Flemming "Bamse" Jørgensen is a well know performer in Denmark. He is one of
the best selling Danish artist ever.
Last August he record his new new
album Love Me Tender with the TCB Band and The Imperials in Memphis and
Nashville. The album is doing really well and is on the Danish charts at the
moment.
Pernille Højmark is an Danish actor and lead singer in the well know party
band Sweethearts.
Jimmy Colding is the leadsinger in the Danish band Zididada.
The show will take place on April 19, 2008 at Vaerket in Randers, Denmark.
You can order your ticket at Elvis Unlimited -
info@elvispresley.dk
2007/11/07 www.elvisunlimited /
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Sing Along With ...
The Just Me Music label will release several Elvis
themed CDs for children on November 9, 2007.
The titles are: Sing Along with Barney and Friends, Sing Along With Elmo and
Friends, Silly Songs with VeggieTales, Sing Along with the Wiggles and the
Disney Princess Tea Party: Presley.
2007/11/07 Amazon.com -
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Cover Art Blue Christmas Ringle.
Here is the cover art for the "Blue Christmas" ringle which is due
for release on November 20, 2007 from Sony.
Other ringles available are "Love Me Tender" and "Suspicious Minds".
Track listing Blue Christmas:
1 Blue Christmas
2 Santa Claus Is Back In Town
3 Blue Christmas
4 Blue Christmas
2007/11/07 Amazon.com -
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Graceland Art.
A Dutch woman, Mireille Kreukniet, Elvis and Lisa fan, started
painting in 2004.
During an interview she tells us, that she started
out trying to make a computer illustration. But she really found her drive
and now she is using oil-paint. She loves to paint Elvis or Lisa, but now
she got inspired by Graceland.
2007/11/06
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When All Was
Kool NOW AVAILABLE!!!
Limited Edition Release.
-Original & Alternate Recordings
-Great album Artwork- PICTURE DISC
-Limited Edition release
Contains:
That's When Your Heartaches Begin (1953 version)
That's When Your Heartaches Begin (1956 version)
Elvis In Canada (Radio broadcast, April 4, 1957)
Live In Toronto : Heartbreak Hotel (part one)
Toronto Teenagers talk about Elvis
Heartbreak Hotel (part two) (April 2, 1957)
About the EP show
Elvis talks to Mac Lipson in Ottwawa (April 3, 1957)
The magical Sun recordings directly from 78 RPM
I'm left, You're right, She's gone
Trying To Get To You
That's All Right
Blue Moon of Kentucky
I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine
Good Rockin' Tonight
Baby let's play house
Mystery Train
How Do You Think I Feel (Sun Studio rehearsal - Scotty Moore, Johnny Bernero,
Elvis - Date unknown)
Radio Promo June 3rd, 1956 concert in Oakland, California
Elvis live at the Milton Berle show
Complete & unedited Elvis performances
(April 3, 1956, San Diego, California)
Introduction
Shake, Rattle and Roll
Heartbreak Hotel
Blue Suede Shoes
Comedy Skit
Radio spots for March of Dimes (January 2, 1957)
Elvis talks to "happy " on NBC (Late 1956)
Million Dollar Quartet radio spot
I Shall Not Be Moved (with Jerry Lee Lewis & Carl Perkins)
2007/11/06
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Garth Brooks Outsells
Elvis In The U.S.A.
Garth Brooks has once again become the greatest selling solo artist in
U.S.A. history with over 123 million albums sold.
A very sad situation and one that Sony BMG do not appear to wish to do
anything about.
2007/11/06 Brian Quinn /
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MUSEUM PROPRIETOR PUTS ELVIS MEMORABILIA ON EBAY.
(Photo: Bill Beeny, proprietor of the Elvis
is Alive Museum in Wright City, Mo., has placed his Elvis memorabilia on
eBay in hopes someone else will keep the dream alive that the King never
died.Jeff Roberson - Associated Press)
The King needs some help to stay alive.
WRIGHT CITY, Mo. — If Elvis were here today, he
might say, "Thank you, thank you very much" for the 17 years an odd Missouri
outpost has been making the case that the King never died.
But the burden of proof soon will fall on someone else's shoulders.
Bill Beeny, the 81-year-old proprietor of The Elvis is Alive Museum, said he
has placed his Elvis Presley memorabilia on eBay in hopes that someone else
will take up the cause. His collection includes photographs, books, FBI
files, replicas of the Cadillac the King drove and of the casket and
gravestone from his 1977 funeral, even a painted Elvis head.
Beeny, a self-described "western Kentucky hillbilly" Baptist minister who
wound up in Missouri 50 years ago, is selling the contents of his roadside
attraction, a transformed coin-operated laundry 55 miles west of St. Louis
that he opened in 1990, to satisfy something else that drives him.
"I have a burden to help people," said Beeny, wearing the penciled dark
mustache, long sideburns and slick black hair of an Elvis aficionado.
"Someone else can run, will run, the museum. No one in the whole county is
doing the job I intend to do."
Beeny wants to put his energy into serving the needy in rapidly growing
Warren County by providing child care, senior services, a food pantry and
counseling for the addicted.
Beeney said he'll miss Elvis, "but life has its changes. You have to let
go."
He hopes someone will buy the collection and open a new museum dedicated to
the theory that Elvis lives — although the look and feel of Beeny's place
could be hard to duplicate.
Outside, a 16-foot sign of a rhinestone-belted Elvis holding a microphone
dominates an otherwise humdrum small-town landscape. A replica of Elvis' old
Cadillac that hasn't been started for years is parked out front.
Inside the small museum, signs in large, bold letters and exclamation points
scream out, "FREE MUSEUM," "SEE FUNERAL ROOM," "10 REASONS WHY I BELIEVE
ELVIS IS ALIVE!" and "DNA PROVES ELVIS IS ALIVE."
Visitors wind their way around a casket, complete with a mannequin that
doesn't look anything like Elvis, hundreds of photographs and yellowed news
clippings, and a poster of the famous photo of President Nixon and Presley
from 1970.
Visitors can hear what is said to be a tape recording of Presley's voice,
supposedly copied off a telephone answering machine six years after the
funeral, as well as see piles of documents that Beeny said are FBI files
proving Presley's involvement with federal authorities.
Beeny, who had been only a nominal fan of Elvis Presley, started to doubt
his death when customers at Beeny's former 1950s Cafe in Wright City asked
questions that couldn't be answered.
Beeny said he eventually showed that the tissue samples of Elvis he says he
obtained from a Memphis doctor did not match samples he says were taken from
the cadaver "purported to be Elvis." Beeny later wrote a book, "Elvis' DNA
Proves He's Alive!"
He also claims Presley had good reason to disappear: He's in the federal
Witness Protection Program for assistance he provided federal law
enforcement authorities.
President Nixon and Presley from 1970.
Visitors can hear what is said to be a tape recording of Presley's voice,
supposedly copied off a telephone answering machine six years after the
funeral, as well as see piles of documents that Beeny said are FBI files
proving Presley's involvement with federal authorities.
Beeny, who had been only a nominal fan of Elvis Presley, started to doubt
his death when customers at Beeny's former 1950s Cafe in Wright City asked
questions that couldn't be answered.
Beeny said he eventually showed that the tissue samples of Elvis he says he
obtained from a Memphis doctor did not match samples he says were taken from
the cadaver "purported to be Elvis." Beeny later wrote a book, "Elvis' DNA
Proves He's Alive!"
He also claims Presley had good reason to disappear: He's in the federal
Witness Protection Program for assistance he provided federal law
enforcement authorities.
David Beckwith, a spokesman for Elvis Presley Enterprises, which manages
Graceland, the King's estate and mansion in Memphis, Tenn., said the company
has no comment.
2007/11/05 By Cheryl
Wittenauer - Associated Press -
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Implosion Date Set For The New Frontier.
Its been expected for some time, but the New Frontier Hotel in Las Vegas is
to be imploded at 2.30am on November 13, to make way for The Plaza, a
multi-billion dollar resort which will open in 2011.
Elvis made his Las Vegas debut at the New Frontier in 1956 in the futuristic
new showroom - the Venus Room. From the Western-themed hotel that had opened
as the Frontier in 1942, the resort was re-modelled in 1955 and renamed the
New Frontier with a décor that encompassed the nations growing curiosity
with space travel, featuring planets and flying saucers in the Cloud Nine
dining room and celestial chandeliers hovering over the casino, where six
alien figures headed towards its entrance.
The Venus Room, where Elvis appeared, was a circular showroom and could seat
up to 972 people, who surrounded the revolving stage, but Elvis' appearance
did little to excite the stuffy Vegas clientele, when he was used to
performing to screaming teenagers. Elvis was reportedly paid $12,500 a week,
during an era when headline acts could command double that amount in other
resorts.
It was at the New Frontier where agent Bill Miller, who was booking acts for
the Dunes at the time, spotted Elvis and is quoted as saying 'Boy, some day
I'm going to fire up this guy's career.'
So, at the close of the next decade as the booking agent for Kirk
Kerkorian’s International Hotel, Bill Miller booked Elvis for his famed Las
Vegas comeback in 1969 and the rest, they say, is history.
Julie Mundy
2007/11/05
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Chart update.
On the U.K. singles chart the re-issue of "Viva Las Vegas" is a new entry at
#15.
On the Dutch singles Top 100 the re-issue of "Viva Las Vegas" is a new entry at #57
2007/11/05
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MRS New York Sessions first look and comments.
New York RCA Studio 1: The Complete Sessions CD / DVD / Book
I was VERY surprised to recieve this pre-release copy (official
releasedate November 12, 2007) that did hit with a THUD today, oh happy day
I can tell you as it was not expected..... nice one MRS.
I've got to say that the NEW YORK - RCA STUDIO 1 sessions release looks,
feels and SOUNDS fantastic. No doubt in my mind that this is a first classs
project and for those who don't like DVD-Audio you get a CD as well.. that's
right the same tracks on CD and DVD-A so you can take your pick and enjoy.
Packaging and presentation first class (as always) and this caught my eye on the screen while playing the DVD audio...... just gorgeous ain't it?
For a closer look at the package go here and enjoy:
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2007/11/04
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Bastiaan on ELVIS 2007.
Bastiaan Ragas, our special guest for the ELVIS 2007 show in Eindhoven, The
Netherlands, can't seem to stop talking about the unique opportunity he had
to perform with the Original Elvis Cast.
If you understand Dutch and would like to know what Bastiaan had to say
about the atmosphere on and back-stage, click the following link and move
forward to the 17th minute.
2007/11/04 www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com
Elvis in the 11/4 Mallard Fillmore comic strip.
Mallard Fillmore:
A seasoned, rumpled ex-newspaper reporter, Mallard now works for WFDR-TV in
Washington, D.C. The fact that he is a duck doesn't stand out at Channel 3
nearly as much as his unapologetic political viewpoints do. Mallard loves to
question his colleagues' more liberal-minded views about current affairs.
He thinks average, hardworking Americans need a break instead of a lecture. Mallard thinks taxes are too high, educational standards are too low, and that the "radicals" of the '60s and '70s now set the establishment's politically correct media agenda. Mallard tells it the way he sees it and he isn't afraid to ruffle feathers to get his point across.
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Having Fun With Elvis in Hoogeveen, The Netherlands.
A very nice day, yesterday, November 3th in Hoogeveen, The Netherlands.
An Elvis bazaar with lots and lots of Elvis stuff. Three official Elvis Fan
clubs had a lot of fun together. “Elvis For Everyone”, “There’s Always
Elvis” and “It’s Elvis Time”. The doors opened to the public at noon.
The paying visitors received a nice cd to take home as a souvenir. Mr. John
Weema did his own TCB-ing, by singing for his live audience. Then a nice
auction started.
Some Elvis related items were sold to the people (for example: an original
concert ticket ’76, Elvis magazine 1956, autograph Lisa Marie Presley).
We’d like to thank Constantijn Zantingh for inviting us, so we could be part
of it all.
2007/11/04
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Elvis Presley Tribute
Coming to Ryman.
The music of Elvis Presley will be celebrated with a tribute concert at the
Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Feb. 12, 2008.
The concert will feature Vince Gill, Amy Grant and other celebrities singing
Presley's songs.
A fundraiser for Belmont University's music business scholarships, the
concert will be hosted by George Klein, a Memphis radio DJ and close friend
of Presley's.
Tickets are $35 and $100. Patron tickets, priced at $500, include a party at
the historic RCA Studio B, where Presley recorded many of his hits.
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David Schwimmer - Graceland's Latest Celebrity Visitor.
Actor David Schwimmer, best known for playing the character of Ross of the
hit TV series Friends, toured Graceland today.
2007/11/03 EPE /
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Experience Winter at Graceland this Season.
The arrival of winter at Graceland was always special time of year. It meant
the holiday season was fast approaching and the anticipation of all the fun
things the season would bring, including decorating for Christmas, the
annual New Year’s Eve party, Elvis’s birthday, building snowmen in the front
yard of Graceland and more.
No matter where you are staying warm this winter season, you can experience
the beauty and magic of Elvis and Graceland during this special time of year
right here online with lots of Elvis winter and holiday content, including
e-cards, wallpapers, videos, trivia games, a special Web cam and much more.
Winter Wonderland
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Original Turquoise Suit for Sale.
Tons of pictures of Elvis in this Turquoise suit were taken at his
August/September 1973 engagement in Las Vegas. Elvis gave the suit to the
Alden family, who later sold it to Jimmy Velvet. This suit was THE eye
catcher of the first Jimmy Velvet Auction in Las Vegas, NV.
Here is your chance to bid on a stage suit, worn by
Elvis and designed by Bill Belew/Gene Doucette in 1973 for Elvis. The
Turquoise Suit is also known as “The White Spanish Flower Suit” and “Aqua
Blue Vine”. It is the original, authentic suit as worn by Elvis Presley – it
is not a replica. The suit is in splendid condition and may very well be the
last suit available on eBay, as most suits are in private collections or on
display in Graceland.
Description in the Jimmy Velvet Catalogue: Elvis Presley Stage Suit, Circa
Mid 1970’s. Disigned by Bill Belew. A cream-colored Stage jumpsuit having
zip front closure, high Pointed collar, flared sleeves and legs with Blue
lined inverted kick pleats. Studded with Faux turquoise stones and gold
beads allover.
2007/11/03 www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com
Ancestors of "Elvis Aaron Presley" 50 Generations The Unofficial Genealogy.
Lorina Bolig has written a terrific book about
Elvis' ancestors - tracing his genealogy back a very impresive 50
generations!
2007/11/03 Lorina Bolig - www.elvisinfonet.com / www.epgold.com
Mae Boron Axton inducted to Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame.
Two of Ada’s legends were honorees for Thursday night’s annual Oklahoma
Music Hall of Fame Concert and Induction ceremony. Mother and son, Mae Boren
Axton and Hoyt Axton, Ada natives, where honored.
Mae Boren Axton is most famous for writing Elvis Presley’s first No. 1 hit
in 1956, “Heartbreak Hotel.” The song became the biggest-selling record of
1956 and eventually earned her a Grammy hall of Fame award in 1995.
Mae Boren Axton is also known for writing other hits, including Patsy
Cline’s “Pick Me Up (On Your Way Down)” and “Honey Bop” by Wanda Jackson.
She was also influential in fellow Ada native Blake Shelton’s career. Mae
Boren Axton told Shelton he might have a chance in Nashville after he
performed in a tribute concert in her honor. Mae Boren Axton is also
recognizd as an East Central University Distinguished Alumna.
She was the mother of fellow 2007 inductee Hoyt Axton as well as the sister
of former Oklahoma Gov. and U.S. Sen. David Boren, who now is serving as
president of the University of Oklahoma. Mae Boren Axton died in 1997.
Hoyt Axton enjoyed a wide-ranging succes as both a songwriter and performer.
He wrote “Greenback Dollar” for the Kingston Trio and “The Pusher” for
Steppenwolf. Hoyt Axton wrote “Never Been to Spain;” Presley also recorded
the song. In doing so, Presley recorded songs by mother and son.
Hoyt Axton continued his career writing “Joy to the World” which became a
huge hit as performed by Three Dog Night. Hoyt Axton appeared as a character
actor in “The Black Stallion” and “Gremlins,” among other films. Hoyt Axton
died in 1999.
Other inductees in Thursday night’s ceremony were Sammi Smith, Tommy Crook,
Cal Smith and the rock band Hinder. Three Dog Night was to perform a tribute
to Hoyt Axton at the post-ceremony concert, along with tributes to other
deceased honorees. Hinder was scheduled for an acoustic performance.
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Voyage from Star Trek to Lampeter.
Man who produced award winning Elvis documentary.
During the 1960s and '70s, Herb Solow was arguably one of the most
influential people in Hollywood.
As a studio chief, he oversaw two of the most successful and enduring shows
in TV history - Star Trek and Mission Impossible.
Not only that, but he produced an award-winning documentary about Elvis, and
worked with Frank Sinatra and Clint Eastwood, among others.
So it may come as a surprise that he now lives quietly in mid Wales.
The market town of Lampeter, Ceredigion, may be a long way from Captain
Kirk's journeys to the far reaches of the universe, but Herb and his wife
Harrison seem to love it.
They have lectured part-time at the town's university for the last three
years. Mrs Solow works part-time at Trinity College Carmarthen too, but she
primarily moved to Lampeter to study a PhD - where she is also learning
Welsh and singing in two choirs.
Her husband maintains contact with his previous life as a member of the
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and is currently reviewing
movies for next year's Oscars.
Star Trek remains one of the best-loved series in TV history, but he
recalled how worried he had been that - going boldly or not - it would fail
to make it to air at all.
He also had to convince creator Gene Roddenberry to alter Mr Spock's
original look, which he described as satanic.
"I had been working for the US network NBC and was offered a job at the
Desilu Studios (later to become part of Paramount) which was owned by TV
star Lucille Ball and her husband Desi Arnaz," said Solow.
"I was keen to start making programmes for the studio and put the word out
that I was looking for ideas.
"I was soon approached by Bruce Geller, who I made Mission Impossible with,
and it was a huge hit around the world.
"But Star Trek was a slightly different story. I was approached by this
softly-spoken Texan who was nervous, sweating and was holding a crumpled
piece of paper. This man was Gene Roddenberry.
"On the crumpled piece of paper he had the outline of a story which was to
become Star Trek.
"He wanted to create a new version of Buck Rogers, but we had to change a
few things. Initially, Gene had Spock with a red face, pointed ears and a
tail, and he looked just like Satan."
A pilot made in the mid-1960s was mauled by the critics. A second with a new
cast, apart from Leonard Nimoy as Spock, led to a three-series run between
1966-69.
By then Solow had quit Paramount to become MGM's vice-president of worldwide
TV and motion picture production.
He also headed MGM's studio in California and its set-up at Borehamwood in
England.
This led to work with legendary British director David Lean on the
Oscar-winning Ryan's Daughter, and at around the same time he also worked
with two 20th Century icons in Sinatra and Elvis.
Solow commissioned the comedy western, Dirty Dingus Magee, starring Sinatra.
"I found Frank Sinatra to be a very pleasant and professional performer,"
said Solow.
"Frank always turned up on time and knew exactly what he had to do, he
didn't interfere and just got on with it."
Solow was called on next to produce the documentary Elvis: That's The Way It
Is.
"Just like Sinatra, he was an absolute delight. He had stopped performing
for a bit and the documentary showed him on the comeback trail and finally
ended up with him performing in Las Vegas.
"Everybody loved Elvis - that's the way it was."
Solow was also responsible for commissioning the WWII comedy caper Kelly's
Heroes, which starred Clint Eastwood, Telly Savalas and Donald Sutherland.
"I've enjoyed my life and I've worked with some great people. On Star Trek
there was DeForest Kelley (Dr McCoy), who was a lovely guy.
"Leonard Nimoy is devoid of any ego and remains a close personal friend, and
so does George Takei (who played Sulu in Star Trek)."
As for his work at Lampeter University, his lectures focus on
Jewish/American influences in Hollywood, a topic close to his heart as he is
descended from a Russian/Jewish family.
2007/11/02 BBC News.UK
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Follow That Dream Released Next Week.
The New Ftd -Special Editions 1 Cd "Girls, Girls,Girls" & 2 Cd "Pot Luck" will be released next week.
Girls! Girls! Girls!
Original Album
Girls! Girls! Girls!
I Don’t Wanna Be Tied
Where Do You Come From
I Don’t Want To
We’ll Be Together
A Boy Like Me, A Girl Like You
Earth Boy
Return To Sender
Because Of Love
Thanks To The Rolling Sea
Song Of The Shrimp
The Walls Have Ears
We’re Coming In Loaded
New Bonus Songs
Mama
Plantation Rock
End Title: Dainty Little Moonbeams/Girls! Girls! Girls!
Outtakes
A Boy Like Me, A Girl Like You (takes 1, 2)
Mama (takes 1, 2, 3, 4)
Thanks To The Rolling Sea (take 3)
Where Do You Come From (take 13)
Earth Boy (movie version-splice of take 2 & 4)
We’ll Be Together (takes 8,10)
Mama (takes 5, 6, 7, 8)
I Don’t Wanna Be Tied (movie version-take 8 & take 10 intro)
A Boy Like Me, A Girl Like You (takes 3, 4)
Thanks To The Rolling Sea (take 10)
Plantation Rock (take 17 & insert)
Mama (take 9)
Mama (The Amigos)
Mama (instrumental)
Mama (1970 Let’s Be Friends album version)
Pot Luck
Cd 1
Original Album
Kiss Me Quick
Just For Old Time Sake
Gonna Get Back Home Somehow
(Such An) Easy Question
Steppin’ Out Of Line
I’m Yours
Something Blue
Suspicion
I Feel That I’ve Known You Forever
Night Rider
Fountain Of Love
That’s Someone You Never Forget
Singles
She’s Not You
Just Tell Her Jim Said Hello
You’ll Be Gone
Bonus Songs
For The Millionth And The Last Time
I Met Her Today
First Takes
Kiss Me Quick (take 1)
Just For Old Time Sake (take 1)
Gonna Get Back Somehow (take 1)
(Such An) Easy Question (take 2)
I’m Yours (take 1)
Something Blue (take 1*)
Suspicion (take 1*)
I Feel That I’ve Known You Forever (take 1)
Night Rider (take 1)
Fountain Of Love (takes 1, 2)
That’s Someone You Never Forget (take 1)
She’s Not You (take 1)
Just Tell Her Jim Said Hello (take 1)
You’ll Be Gone (take 1)
For The Millionth And The Last Time (take 1)
I Met Her Today (take 1)
Cd 2
March 1962 Session
Something Blue (take 2)
Something Blue (takes 3, 4)
Gonna Get Back Home Somehow (take 2)
Gonna Get Back Home Somehow (takes 3*, 5)
(Such An) Easy Question (takes 1, 3)
Fountain Of Love (takes 4*, 9*)
Just For Old Time Sake (takes 2*, 3, 4)
Night Rider (takes 2, 3)
Night Rider (take 5)
You’ll Be Gone (take 2)
You’ll Be Gone (take 4)
I Feel That I’ve Know You Forever (takes 4*, 3)
Just Tell Her Jim Said Hello (take 2)
Just Tell Her Jim Said Hello (take 4)
Just Tell Her Jim Said Hello (take 5)
Suspicion (takes 3*, 2)
She’s Not You (take 2*, WP take 4)
October 1961 Session
For The Millionth And The last Time (takes 10*, 7*)
I Met Her Today (take 4)
I Met Her Today (takes 8, 9)
I Met Her Today (take 16)
Night Rider (takes 1-FS, 2)
June 1961 Session
Kiss Me Quick (take 4)
I’m Yours (take 2)
I’m Yours (take 4)
I’m Yours (take 5)
That’s Someone You Never Forget (take 5)
That’s Someone You Never Forget (take 7)
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CD High Sierra Fever Out Now!
This new import Cd High Sierra Fever is from Lake Tahoe, May 7th, 1973 Midnight show as taken from an excellent quality audience source. Compared to the January/February 1973 Las Vegas shows, Elvis was in better voice in Lake Tahoe, and his shows were more engaged and playful again.
This concert includes classy performances of "Steamroller Blues", "You Gave Me A Mountain", "I'm Leavin' ", "What Now My Love", "I'll Remember You", "Bridge Over Troubled Water" and "A Big Hunk O'Love". As a bonus, an excerpt of "Surrender" and the seldom performed "It's Over", recorded during the Midnight Show the previous day were added. Both mastertapes were recorded by the same person, and they are of equal sound-quality. This recording comes from a 1st generation copy of the original tape. As you’ve come to expect from us, the sound was restored in a renowned studio to achieve the best possible results. And it's not necessary to emphasize another Straight Arrow label tradition – this new CD comes in a deluxe package with a 16-page booklet, containing a collection of live- and candid photographs from April, May and June 1973, rare Lake Tahoe memorabilia, informative liner notes as well as details about Elvis' Lake Tahoe 1973 season.
Tracks:
01. Also Sprach Zarathustra (Theme from "2001 A Space Odyssey") - 02.
Opening Vamp / C. C. Rider - 03. I Got A Woman / Amen (medley) - 04. Love Me
Tender - 05. Steamroller Blues - 06. You Don't Have To Say You Love Me - 07.
You Gave Me A Mountain - 08. Love Me - 09. Blue Suede Shoes - 10. Heartbreak
Hotel - 11. Long Tall Sally / Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On (medley) - 12.
I'm Leavin' - 13. Hound Dog (slow & fast) - 14. Fever - 15. What Now My Love
- 16. Suspicious Minds - 17. Band Introductions - 18. I'll Remember You -
19. I Can't Stop Loving You - 20. An American Trilogy - 21. A Big Hunk
O'Love - 22. Bridge Over Troubled Water - 23. Can't Help Falling In Love -
24. Closing Vamp.
Special bonus (recorded in Lake Tahoe, May 06, 1973 Midnight show):
25. Surrender (excerpt) / It's Over
Approximate running time: 60:00
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Ernest Young thinks he is
Elvis’ son.
Ernest Young, or Jason Presley as he believes he is called, claims he
is the 50-year-old son of Elvis Presley.
In a court hearing yesterday, he was sentenced to jail after
years of threatening Graceland and several judges in his efforts to claim
$700 million from the Estate – what he believes he is entitled to as his
heir.
Not Surprisingly the Estate did not take any notice of his demands, so he
started to pester several judges, accusing Graceland of criminal acts that
included rape, murder and extortion.
The charge of retaliation against a judge earned him sentance a of zero to five years for a third-degree felony, but having already served 520 days in jail, he may be released on probation with mental health supervision.
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GMA GOSPEL MUSIC HALL OF FAME TO INDUCT PHIL KEAGGY, STATLER BROTHERS LARNELLE HARRIS, THE WINANS AND JOE MOSCHEO.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - September 13, 2007 - The GMA Foundation (GMAF) will
induct artists Phil Keaggy, the Statler Brothers, Larnelle Harris and The
Winans along with former music executive Joe Moscheo, announced John W.
Styll, president and CEO of the GMAF.
"This year’s class of GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductees are each
unique in their significant contributions to the heritage and diversity of
gospel music, but together share a legacy of creating redemptive music that
has inspired music audiences for decades,” said Styll.
The GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner will be held
at the Richland Country Club in Nashville on Monday, Oct. 29 beginning at
6:30 p.m. Tickets are available to the general public.
The GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame was established in 1971 and has inducted
more than 140 members since its inception, including Elvis Presley, Mahalia
Jackson, Keith Green, Amy Grant, the Blind Boys of Alabama, Andrae Crouch,
Sandi Patty, Vestal Goodman, Tennessee Ernie Ford, 2nd Chapter of Acts, The
Oak Ridge Boys, Petra, Bill and Gloria Gaither, the Rambos, Evie, Richard
Smallwood, Jake Hess, The Lewis Family, Thomas A. Dorsey, the Fairfield
Four, Billy Graham and the Jordanaires.
Phil Keaggy has been a beloved artist and musician in Christian music for
over two decades. Born and raised in Ohio in a Catholic family of 10, Keaggy
always loved music and spent hours listening to singers like Elvis Presley
and Johnny Ray. His first guitar was a late-'50s Gretsch Anniversary model;
at age ten his father bought him a Sears Silvertone, and by the end of fifth
grade, he was playing in front of his entire school. He and his longtime
friend, drummer John Sferra, founded Glass Harp in the late '60s when Keaggy
was still in high school. They became known as one of the most innovative
power trios around, even though they only made four albums for Decca
Records, Glass Harp earned a devoted fan base, thanks in great part to
Keaggy's lightning-fast guitar riffs and experimental sounds. At their
pinnacle, Glass Harp was opening for such major acts as Iron Butterfly, Yes,
Traffic and Chicago. He left Glass Harp in 1972 and the following year
recorded his first solo album, What a Day. His first instrumental project,
The Master and the Musician was released in 1978. Keaggy has released well
over 45 albums earning critical acclaim for both his virtuosity on guitar
and his songwriting, which ranges from Beatles’ pop to more subtle
instrumentals. Over the years, Keaggy has shared in the music ministries of
artists such as Love Song, Paul Clark, Randy Stonehill, Barry McGuire,
Honeytree and others who were pioneers in the Christian music movement.
Few names are as synonymous with inspirational Christian music as Larnelle
Harris. Admired by fans and peers alike for his majestic tenor voice, Harris
has enjoyed a career that spans over three decades. Before becoming a
soloist, Harris toured with the gospel group The Spurlows and was a member
of the Gaither Vocal Band. Honored with five Grammy Awards, 11 Dove Awards
including three Male Vocalist of the Year honors, a Stellar Award and
numerous other accolades, Harris has garnered 19 No. 1 radio singles and
many of his songs such as "How Excellent Is Thy Name," "I Miss My Time With
You," "I've Just Seen Jesus" and his signature song, "Amen," are considered
modern classics. From the White House to the danger zone of the 38th
Parallel, Harris has impacted audiences across the globe with his music and
ministry. He was the first Christian artist to perform inside the Kremlin
after the fall of the Soviet Union. He is one of a handful of celebrities to
receive the Ad Council's Silver Bell Award for Distinguished Public Service
in recognition of his song "Mighty Spirit" as the theme song for the
longest-running Public Service Announcement in television history. Still a
sought-after vocalist for special events and ceremonies, Larnelle also
continues to perform 75-100 solo concerts for churches and Christian
organizations worldwide each year. Wowing crowds with a voice that still
soars with both soulfulness and tenderness, Harris continues to receive rave
reviews for his performances.
The Statler Brothers - Harold Reid, Phil Balsley, Jimmy Fortune and Don Reid
- was the premier group in country music for nearly 40 years. Starting out
in 1964 as backup for Johnny Cash on stage, record and TV, they served their
apprenticeship with him for nearly nine years. During that time they
recorded their first hit record, "Flowers on the Wall", and were regulars on
the weekly "Johnny Cash Show" on ABC. Leaving the Cash troupe in 1972, they
continued with such hit songs as "Bed of Rose's", "Class of '57" and "I'll
Go to My Grave Loving You." Their original harmonies, sense of humor and
lyrical style of writing highlighted a career that led them to the top of
the music charts countless times and to a concert touring success that
packed arenas and theaters with every performance. They have also appeared
at the White House a total of five times. Their award winning (Grammys,
CMAs, Gold and Platinum records and etc.) is legendary and they are
considered to be the most honored of any act in the country music field. The
'90s saw them starring in their own television series, "The Statler Brothers
Show," on TNN (The Nashville Network) for seven years and remaining the
number one show on the network its entire run. Deciding to retire from a
lifetime of traveling and enjoy the good life in their homes in the
Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, they gave their farewell concert in the fall
of 2002. Although no longer touring, the group remained active, releasing a
new gospel album, Amen, on Crossroads Records and following it in 2003 with
a CD/DVD of their final show. In 2006, Mercury Records released Favorites, a
12-song compilation handpicked by the band's remaining members.
The Winans, a contemporary gospel music group was formed by four brothers,
from Detroit. The family has additionally produced two well-known solo/duo
gospel performers, BeBe and CeCe Winans. After having sung in gospel choirs
all their lives brothers Marvin, Carvin, Ronald and Michael Winans, began
their professional career in the early '80s, following in the footsteps of
their siblings BeBe & CeCe but forging their own successful career. The
brothers were first discovered by Andraé Crouch, who signed them to Light
Records with their first record, Introducing The Winans, released in 1981.
The group always stayed close to their gospel roots but created a more urban
contemporary sound that drew mainstream attention from leading R&B artists
such as Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Anita Baker and Michael McDonald and
resulting in their signing a record deal with Quincy Jones’ label Qwest
Albums in the early '90s. After two successful R&B charting albums All Out
and Return, which featured the hit single "It's Time" which was produced by
Teddy Riley (who also rapped on the song). In 1995 the Winans returned to
their trademark gospel with Heart & Soul. The group took a break after this
album to pursue personal endeavors and reunited in 2000 to release a holiday
album, Christmas: Our Gifts to You. In 2002, Rhino Records released The Very
Best of The Winans and the whole Winans family, not just the group itself,
went on tour together making it the first time in a decade all the family
members had performed together.
Few people associated with gospel music have had such a diverse and
long-standing impact on the industry as Joe Moscheo. His career, which
stretches over four decades, has run the gamut from musician to manager to
songwriter to producer to author, putting Moscheo in a category all of his
own. In 1964 Moscheo joined The Imperials as a singer, keyboard player and
arranger. Throughout a very successful career, they worked with the likes of
Elvis Presley, Jimmy Dean, Roy Clark, Carol Channing and Pat Boone and
Moscheo wrote gospel songs recorded by many different gospel groups. His
musical accomplishments earned him multiple Grammy and Dove Awards. In 1978,
Moscheo joined the business of music at BMI where he served as Vice
President of Special Projects. After a 16-year stint at BMI, he formed his
own management company, working with such notable recording artists as BeBe
& CeCe Winans, Michael English, Wynonna and Naomi Judd. In 1996 Moscheo
launched the Entertainment/Music Division for Nashville’s First Union Bank,
and served there for nearly a decade before joining MCS America, Inc., where
he oversaw the U.S. operations of this London-based company, and was later
made President in 2004. Moscheo was a member of the founding council of
Leadership Music. He has served as a past president and trustee of the Board
of Governors for the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS).
He was also a board member (and past president) of the W.O. Smith /
Nashville Community Music School. Moscheo is also a past president and
permanent board member of the Gospel Music Association. In 2007, Moscheo
published his first best-selling book remembering his years with Elvis
Presley, The Gospel Side of Elvis.
The GMA Foundation (GMAF) is a non-profit educational association working in
connection with the Gospel Music Association (GMA) The GMAF recognizes and
preserves the history and legacy of all forms of gospel music and provides
educational resources that encourage participation and appreciation by the
general public. Founded in 1964, the Gospel Music Association serves as the
face and voice for the Christian/Gospel music community and is dedicated to
exposing, promoting and celebrating the gospel through music of all styles
including pop, rock, praise & worship, black gospel, R&B, hip hop, southern
gospel, country, and more. The GMA community consists of 4,000 members
including agents, artists, church leaders, managers, promoters, radio
personnel, record company executives, retailers, songwriters and other
industry visionaries. The GMA produces the GMA Dove Awards, GMA Music Week,
GMA Music in the Rockies, and the GMA Academy. For more information, please
visit
www.gospelmusic.org.
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The Billboard chart listings for the week ending November 10, 2007.
Pop Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #23
Country Catalogue Albums: ELV1S 30 #1 Hits #2
Country Catalogue Albums: Ultimate Gospel #22
Country Catalogue Albums: Elvis Christmas #13
Independent Albums: Home For The Holidays: 29
Holiday Albums: Elvis Christmas: #20
Holiday Albums: It's Christmas Time: #24
Holiday Albums: Home For The Holidays: 14
Music Video: Aloha From Hawaii #28
Music Video: '68 Comeback Chart: 24
Comprehensive Music Video: Aloha From Hawaii: #28
Comprehensive Music Video: '68 Comeback Special #24
Dropping of the chart is the "ELV1S 30 #1 Hits compilation from the
Comprehensive Albums chart.
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