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2007/11/30 ElvisInternational / www.epgold.com

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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?

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

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.

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.

"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 www.itselvistime.com / www.epgold.com

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 - www.elvismatters.be / www.epgold.com

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 / www.epgold.com

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

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.

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.

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.

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).

"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

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

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!

(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.)

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.

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.

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.

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”.

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.

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.

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.

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 (+ Bonus DVD): Combo CD + DVD due for release from Madacy in US and Japan on 11 December.

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.

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 - 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).

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."

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, …

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.

Actually he didn't get one of the 30, he bought a prototype. This was one of the first they made and it was on display at Graceland Plaza (or one was) at least through Elvis week this year when they delivered the 30 at Graceland.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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 - www.sonypictures.com / www.epgold.com

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.

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."

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.

(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.

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

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 www.elvischarts.com / www.epgold.com

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

2007/11/22 Paul Dowling - www.worldwideelvis.com / www.epgold.com

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!”