New Wallpaper added

2004/04/30/Erik v/d Berg/EPGold.com

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SIGN PETITION FOR 'ELVIS PRESLEY DAY' .

Would everyone please sign this petition to get January 8th named 'Elvis
Presley day' in the U.S.A.

http://www.petitiononline.com/elvis/petition.html

2004/04/29 Brian Quinn / Ep.Gold.Com

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March of Dimes Marks 5oth Anniversary.

MCLEAN, Va., April 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Fifty years ago today, thousands of
parents drove their school-age children to designated sites across the
country for immunizations of an experimental vaccine that they hoped would
stop, once and for all, the raging polio epidemic that was leaving young
Americans paralyzed and sometimes dead. Organized on the grass-roots level
by the March of Dimes, this was the largest voluntary clinical field trial
ever undertaken. One year later, the Salk vaccine was declared "safe, potent
and effective" and polio was virtually eliminated from North America and,
hopefully, from the world by 2005.

Today's anniversary celebration was also marked by the launch of the new
book "Images of America: March of Dimes," featuring hundreds of historic
photos from the Salk vaccine field trials to celebrities, such as Elvis
Presley, Louis Armstrong, Marilyn Monroe, and Lucille Ball, who supported
the March of Dimes during the polio years. More information about the book
and March of Dimes Polio Pioneers can be found at marchofdimes.com/polio.

2004/04/29 Archie Lee / Ep.Gold.Com

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Elvis on Stage Revisited - Live Vegas Recordings from February 1970 FTD
Release Date: July 1, 2004.

Elvis On Stage Revisited is the WORKING  title for a compilation of live
recordings from Elvis's Las Vegas engagement of February 1970.

Note : Ernst Jorgensen NEVER denied the fact that this release will be the
next one.
Ernst Only  stated on Ep.Gold ( two weeks ago ) after insinuations were made
"it would be a soundboard - release and  contain rehearsals" on this new
FTD Cd, wich Ernst stated this was NOT the case.

Also the tracklisting was published on other sites , was according to
Ernst a educated guessing, since he did not even had the change to decide
wich songs will be on it.
And even the title was not decided two weeks ago.
And again at this moment  "On Stage Revisited"  is the Working title.

2004/04/28  Ernst Jorgensen - FTD Label / Andylon Lensen / Ep.Gold.Com

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Billboard Chart Updates.

Billboard Top 200 Albums - Elvis 30 #1's - #156 (sg)
Billboard Comprehensive Albums - Elvis 30 #1's - #174 (sg)
Billboard Top Country Albums - Elvis 30 #1's - #19
Billboard Top Country Albums - Ultimate Gospel- #38
Billboard Top Christian Albums - Ultimate Gospel - #18
Billboard Hot Dance Singles Sales - Rubberneckin- #17

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

2004/04/28 Elvis Charts/EPGold.com

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For more Informatiom go to : http://www.essentialelvis.co.uk

2004/04/27 Essential Elvis UK / Andrew Hearn / Andylon Lensen / Ep.Gold.Com

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Graceland Magazine Out Now!!!!


GRACELAND Nr. 156. This German magazine is one of the best quality magazines
in the E- World

Elvis-Presley-Gesellschaft e.V
Am Schießstand 9a
96450 Coburg

Telefon 09561-238733
Telefax 09561-238758
http://www.elvis-presley-gesellschaft.de

2004/04/27 Andylon Lensen / Ep.Gold.Com

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Front Covers Elvis At SUN  - 68 Comeback And Aloha DVD and Elvis On
Commemorative 50th Anniversary CD.

2004/04/27 EPE / Ep.Gold.Com

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BMG and Elvis Presley Enterprises are working with an impressive roster of
marketing partners.

To help commemorate the anniversary and promote the companion CDs and DVDs,
BMG and Elvis Presley Enterprises are working with an impressive roster of
marketing partners including The Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau, Sun
Studio, Hard Rock Cafe, TV Guide, Rolling Stone, QVC, Pepsi, Miller Beer,
Warner Bros., and others. Together, these companies will create innovative
and memorable events, promotions and partnerships to celebrate one of the
most relevant anniversaries in pop culture history.

2004/04/27 EPE / Ep.Gold.Com

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1000 limited editon Elvis CD.


1000 limited editon CD cases includes a 5 song Elvis BMG-CD (That's All
Right, Trouble, Little Sister, If I Can Dream, Always On My Mind) $78.

Forsale at : Paul Frank Accessories -
http://store.yahoo.com/eyecandyboutique/paulfrank.html

2004/04/27 Elvis World Japan / Ep.Gold.Com

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New Frontcover  DVD : Elvis: A 50th Anniversary Celebration.



Region: All - Color: color/b&w - TRT: 60 Minutes - Street Date :August 6th,
2004.

On July 5th, 1954, Elvis Presley stepped into Sun Studios in Memphis,
Tennessee and changed the world forever.

In this remarkable, 50th Anniversary tribute, stars such as Tom Jones, Glen
Campbell, Kenny Rogers, ZZ Top, Suzi Quatro, Buddy Holly's Crickets, and
Neil Sedaka reflect on Elvis' extraordinary talent and his enduring
popularity.

2004/04/27 Pass Port Productions.Com  / Ep.Gold.Com

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Elvis Presley: The Man, The Life,The Legend.


Author Pamela Clarke Keogh , 272 pages, release date July 6th, 2004
available at Atria Books.
(ISBN: 0743456033)

At Simon & Schuster this book will also be published on September 6th, 2004.
More details later.

2004/04/26 Elvis Club Berlin / Ep.Gold.Com

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There are several Bootleg DVD's on the market. Some of them are really interesting.

You can view the new bootleg-page by clicking this hyperlink BOOTLEGPAGE

2004/04/26/Robin Klarenbeek/EPGold.com

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Presley profile programmes on the Biography Channel...

Wednesday (28th April) features a top night of Presley profile programmes on
the Biography Channel.

7pm - Priscilla Presley

8pm - The Presley Family (includes home-movies and interviews with the
Stanley's)

10pm - Lisa Marie Presley

There's even a hour long profile about Leiber and Stoller at 6pm just before
the Priscilla programme!

All times are UK listing times...

2004/04/26 Mark Nicholson UK / Ep.Gold.Com

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NEW ELVIS LIVE-SHOWS -  IMPORT CD'S RELEASED.

In A Class Of His Own.


Union label  contains the February 23, 1970 closing show.
Recorded live at the International Hotel, Las Vegas with several bonus
songs.

Track listing:
All Shook Up, I Got A Woman,  Long Tall Sally,  Don't Cry Daddy,  Hound Dog,
Love Me Tender,  Kentucky Rain,  Let it be Me,  I Can't Stop Loving You, 
C.C. Rider,  Polk Salad Annie,  Blueberry Hill,  Lawdy Miss Clawdy, 
Heartbreak Hotel,  One Night,  It's Now Or Never.

Due through technical problems the songs Sweet Caroline, Suspicious Minds
and Can't Help Falling In Love were not recorded.

Bonus tracks : Elvis rehearsing  in  January / February 1970 :
True Love Travels On A Gravel Road,  Any Day Now,  You Don't Have To Say You
Love Me,  Fever

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Elvis The First Of The Last.


Elvis The First OF The Last" from the Whitehaven label is a 2 CD set
recorded live Las Vegas Hilton, December 2, 1976 opening night.

Tracklisting:

CD 1:
2001 / C.C. Rider, I Got A Woman/Amen,  Love Me, If You Love me let me
Know,  You Gave me A Mountain,  Jailhouse Rock,  It's Now Or Never,  All
Shook Up/ Teddy Bear/ Don't Be Cruel,  And I Love you So,  I Just Can't
Help Believin',  Fever,  Softly As I Leave You,  Polk Salad Annie

CD 2:
Band Introductions,  Early Morning Rain,  What'd I Say,
Johnny B Goode, Band Solo's,  Love Letters, Hail Hail Rock And Roll, 
Introductions of Vikki Carr and Glen Campbell,  Hurt (with reprise),  Hound
Dog,  Hawaiian Wedding Song, Blue Christmas,  That's All Right, Bridge
Over Troubled Water,  Can't Help Falling In Love

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Sweet Sweet Spirit.


"Sweet Sweet Spirit"  a recording from  Whitehaven label the February 15,
1973 dinner show.
During this show Elvis leaves the stage and The Stamps take over for the
break.
Track listing: 2001 Theme, CC  Rider,  I Got A Woman/Amen,  Love me Tender,  You Don't
have To Say You Love Me,  Steamroller Blues,  You Gave me A Mountain,  Fever,
Elvis Leaves The Stage, JD Sumner And The Stamps: Walk That Lonesome Road,  Sweet Sweet Spirit, 

When It Is My Time,  How Great Thou Art,  I Should Have been Crucified,
Elvis Returns,  Can't Help Falling In Love,  Faded Love,  I'm So Lonesome I
Could Cry,  Polk Salad Annie,  An American Trilogy,  Can't Help Falling In
Love

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Saturday Night Special.


A recording of Elvis' July 24, 1971 in Lake Tahoe. Whitehaven label

Track listing: 2001 Theme, That's All Right, proud mary,  My Babe,  Love me Tender, You Don't
Have To Say You Love Me,  You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling,  Polk Salad Annie, 
Johnny B. Goode,  Love me,  I Just Can't Help believin',  It's Impossible, 
Blue Suede Shoes,  Heartbreak Hotel,  Teddy Bear/Don't Be Cruel,  One
Night, It's Over, Suspicious Minds, Bridge Over Troubled Water,  I Can't
Stop Loving You,  Band Introductions,  Help me Make It Through The Night, 
Bridge Over Troubled Water

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In The Heat Of The Desert.


Union label the CD "In The Heat Of The Desert"  containing the September 4,
1972 Dinner Show from the Las Vegas Hilton.

2001 / C.C. Rider / Johnny B. Goode / Until It's Time For You To Go / Polk
Salad Annie / What Now My Love / Fever / Love me / Blue Suede Shoes /
heartbreak Hotel / All Shook Up / Love Me Tender / Teddy bear - Don't be
Cruel / Little Sister - Get Back / Hound Dog / I'll Remember You / Walk That
Lonesome Road (J.D. Sumner And The Stamps) / Suspicious Minds /
Introductions (incl. British Fan Club) / For The Good Times / A Big Hunk Of
Love / You gave Me A Mountain / Can't help Falling In Love

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Caught In A Trap.


Opening show from August 6, 1973 in the Las Vegas Hilton.

Track listing: 2001 Theme, C.C. Rider, Trouble, Raised on Rock, Love me,  Steamroller Blues,
What Now My Love,  Blue Suede Shoes,  Memphis, Tennessee,  Medley: Long Tall
Sally/Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On/ Mama Don't Dance/ Flip Flop And Fly/
Jailhouse Rock, Love me Tender,  Hound Dog,  Fever,  My Boy,  Suspicious
Minds,  Introductions,  I Can't Stop Lovin' You,  An American Trilogy, 
Bridge Over Troubled Water,  How Great Thou Art,  A Big Hunk O' Love,  Help
Me make It Through The Night,  Can't help Falling In Love.

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Autumn In Nevada.


September 4, 1972 closing show, recorded live in the Las Vegas Hilton.

More Information and  Details later.

2004/04/26 Ebay / Ep.Gold.Com

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Ann-Margret and Andy Williams on Larry King Tonight.

Ann-Margret and Andy Williams discuss their careers, Elvis, Bing Crosby and
more on Larry King Live on Monday, April 26. Tune in at 9 p.m. ET.

2004/04/26 AEK / Ep.Gold.Com

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Following is a press release issued today from BMG:

BMG STRATEGIC MARKETING GROUP ANNOUNCES :

MULTIPLE CD, DVD RELEASES TO COMMEMORATE HISTORIC 50th ANNIVERSARY OF ROCK
'N' ROLL

Product To Be Released on June 22 And Includes Official Anniversary
Compilation CD - "Memphis Celebrates 50 Years of Rock 'n' Roll;" Signature
"ELVIS AT SUN" Recording; Two Special Elvis Presley DVDs "ELVIS: '68
Comeback Special -Deluxe Edition DVD" and "ELVIS, Aloha From Hawaii- Deluxe
Edition DVD"

New York (April 26, 2004) - On July 5, 2004, rock n' roll officially enters
adulthood as fans everywhere will join to celebrate the art form's 50th
anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, BMG Strategic Marketing Group
will issue four special releases that embody the inherent spirit and history
of rock. This includes: the official CD of the 50th anniversary "Memphis
Celebrates 50 Years of Rock 'n' Roll" and the signature "ELVIS AT SUN"
record, as well as two comprehensive, deluxe Elvis Presley DVD box sets,
"ELVIS: '68 Comeback Special - Deluxe Edition DVD" and "ELVIS, Aloha From
Hawaii - Deluxe Edition DVD." All products will be released on June 22.

To help commemorate the anniversary and promote the companion CDs and DVDs,
BMG and Elvis Presley Enterprises are working with an impressive roster of
marketing partners including The Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau, Sun
Studio, Hard Rock Cafe, TV Guide, Rolling Stone, QVC, Pepsi, Miller Beer,
Warner Bros., and others. Together, these companies will create innovative
and memorable events, promotions and partnerships to celebrate one of the
most relevant anniversaries in pop culture history.

On July 5, 1954 Elvis Presley recorded his first hit song, "That's All
Right" at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. Historians the world over
point to this one occurrence as the official arrival of rock 'n' roll, and
now, 50 years later, millions will celebrate this landmark, with the
majority of the events emanating from the music's birthplace and Elvis's
home - Memphis. To celebrate, BMG Strategic Marketing has assembled original
master recordings of quintessential rock 'n' roll music from artists who
were born in Memphis, or those closely associated with it, for the official
CD compilation of the anniversary "Memphis Celebrates 50 Years of Rock n'
Roll."

"Memphis Celebrates 50 Years of Rock n' Roll" features a diverse array of
musicians such as Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Aretha Franklin, B.B. King,
Otis Redding and Dusty Springfield, among others, singing some of rock's
most indelible songs, including the song that started it all "That's All
Right " by Presley. (A full track listing is attached.)

"That's All Right" also appears on the BMG compilation "ELVIS AT SUN," the
definitive collection of Presley's work at this historic studio, recorded
with the legendary producer Sam Phillips. "ELVIS AT SUN" is the single CD of
all of Elvis's Sun master recordings updated for improved audio quality,
featuring many performances recorded from newly found tapes.

"Rock 'n' roll has been the soundtrack for several generations of fans and
through the years BMG Music has been one of its foremost archivists," said
Executive Vice President of BMG Strategic Marketing, Joe DiMuro. "Now, we
are proud to be able to continue the tradition and release these storied
recordings for people to rediscover where it all began."

In addition to the two CD releases, BMG Strategic Marketing has partnered
with Elvis Presley Enterprises to distribute two comprehensive deluxe DVD
box sets chronicling two of Elvis Presley's most memorable television
appearances. The DVDs "ELVIS: '68 Comeback Special - Deluxe Edition DVD" and
"ELVIS, Aloha from Hawaii - Deluxe Edition DVD" feature all the previously
released material and an abundance of previously unreleased footage.

The Aloha set :
retail $ 29,95.  (  242 min.)


The "ELVIS: '68 Comeback Special - Deluxe Edition DVD" is a three-disc set
featuring all the material shot for Elvis Presley's 1968 television special,
which is considered one of rock 'n' roll's greatest moments on television
and one of the most magical and important moments of Elvis's career. The
original broadcast version of the special is included for historical
context. The DVD set features the two complete jam session concerts and the
two complete solo concerts - all with Elvis in black leather - that were
shot as the resource for the heart of the original broadcast. These four
concerts have never been released in their entirety. Also included are all
takes of the material shot for the original broadcast's two big production
numbers and for the show's opening and closing segments. Over half of the
seven hours of material on this set is previously unreleased. The material
is presented with newly re-mastered sound and picture.

Retail Price; $49.95 ( 440 min.)


"ELVIS, Aloha from Hawaii - Deluxe Edition DVD" is a two-disc set featuring
all the performance material formally shot in conjunction with Elvis's
"Aloha from Hawaii" television special - an historic concert event seen in
more than 40 countries by 1.5 billion people when it initially aired in
1973. The original American broadcast version of the show is included for
historical context. The DVD set features the complete concert that was
adapted for that special and the complete rehearsal concert performed two
days before. Both concerts are presented with newly re-mastered sound and
picture and are being released in their complete, uncut form for the first
time. Also included is the raw, uncut footage shot for the "Elvis arrives"
sequence of the special's original opening and the raw, uncut performance
footage of songs recorded for the after-show session that Elvis taped as a
resource of extra material for the American broadcast.

BMG is the global music division of Bertelsmann AG, one of the world's
leading media companies. BMG owns more than 200 record labels in 41
countries including Ariola, Arista Records, J Records, Jive Records, BMG
Heritage, RCA Music Group and RCA Label Group - Nashville. BMG Strategic
Marketing Group is a new fully integrated organization for the U.S. that
brings together BMG Heritage, BMG Special Products, Strategic Marketing,
Digital Licensing and Direct Response TV, as well as licensing activities on
behalf of all the BMG U.S. labels. This combined structure of the BMG
Strategic Marketing Group offers tremendous benefit to BMG and its
businesses by increasing coordination amongst various teams and business
units responsible for all levels of exploitation, across product lines and
across labels.

Track List -
"MEMPHIS CELEBRATES 50 Years of ROCK 'N' ROLL"

1. Rocket 88 - Jackie Brenston
2. That's All Right - Elvis Presley
3. Blue Suede Shoes - Carl Perkins
4. I Walk The Line - Johnny Cash
5. Ooby Dooby - Roy Orbison
6. Great Balls Of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis
7. Last Night - The Mar-Keys
8. Green Onions - Booker T & the MG's
9. Rock Me Baby - B.B. King
10. Wooly Bully - Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs
11. The Dark End Of the Street - James Carr
12. Respect - Aretha Franklin
13. The Letter - The Box Tops
14. Soul Man - Sam & Dave
15. (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay - Otis Redding
16. Memphis Train - Rufus Thomas
17.Son Of A Preacher Man - Dusty Springfield
18. Suspicious Minds - Elvis Presley
19. Theme From Shaft - Isaac Hayes
20. Let's Stay Together - Al Green
21. I'll Take You There - Staple Singers

Track List - "ELVIS AT SUN"

1. Harbor Lights
2. I Love You Because (alternate take 2)
3. That's All Right
4. Blue Moon Of Kentucky
5. Blue Moon
6. Tomorrow Night
7. I'll Never Let You Go (Little Darlin')
8. Just Because
9. Good Rockin' Tonight
10. I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine
11. Milkcow Blues Boogie
12. You're A Heartbreaker
13. I'm Left, You're Right, She's Gone (slow version)
14. I'm Left, You're Right, She's Gone
15. Baby, Let's Play House
16. I Forgot To Remember To Forget
17. Mystery Train
18. Trying To Get To You
19. When It Rains It Really Pours

2004/04/26  EPE / Ep.Gold.Com

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Northwest Airlines EW '04 Discount Info Now Posted.

Each year, Northwest Airlines offers a discount for fans traveling to
Memphis for Elvis Week.
Discount fare information for Elvis Week 2004 is now posted.

Click here : http://www.elvis.com/elvisweek/2004/ew_nwa.asp  to go to that
section of the Elvis Week area.

2004/04/24 EPE / Ep.Gold.Com

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Elvis' Hair Auctioned.

During an auction by MastroNet Inc memorabelia from sports, politics, the
military and Hollywood were sold. Locks from Abraham Lincoln and Elvis
Presley each brought $19,861, while Marilyn Monroe's sample garnered
$13,225. Ted Williams' clippings sold for $5,829. The largest known lock of
George Washington's hair sold for $58,139, the top price in the collection
of locks.

2004/04/24  Google / Ep.Gold.Com

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The 50th Anniversary of Rock & Roll Events Calendar.

All year, Graceland joins the entire city of Memphis in celebrating 50 Years
of Elvis with a year-long, global commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of
Rock & Roll.

Friday, July 2

Memphis Sound Drum Corps Performs at Graceland
The 100-member Memphis Sound Drum & Bugle Corps will perform at Graceland
beginning at 11:00 AM in the Plaza. The concert will include a special brass
tribute to Elvis.

Graceland Goes Gold
See Graceland like never before. Beginning Friday, July 2, Graceland will be
adding an extra-special touch to this golden anniversary by temporarily
switching the existing multi-colored lights that illuminate the mansion and
grounds at night to festive gold-tinted lights.


Saturday, July 3


FM100 presents a 50 Years of Rock 'n' Roll and Independence Day Celebration
8:30 p.m., Shelby Farms, East Memphis
Celebrate 50 years of Rock 'n' Roll in a scenic, wooded area only a few
minutes East of Memphis. Experience one of the largest displays of fireworks
in the region, much of it set to Elvis music. The event is free and open to
the public. A $5 parking fee will be charged. Live music starts at 4:00 PM,
featuring local and national acts, followed by the fireworks at 9:45 PM.
Kids' games and activities available for additional charge throughout the
day.



Sunday, July 4


50 Years of Rock 'n' Roll and Fourth of July Celebration
8:30 p.m., Tom Lee Park, Downtown Memphis
Fireworks set to Elvis music on the bank of The Mississippi River


Monday, July 5


Global Moment in Time
At 11:00 a.m. CT/12:00-noon ET, radio stations around the world will
commemorate the 50th anniversary of the July 5, 1954 recording session that
produced Elvis's first single, "That's All Right", by simultaneously playing
that record. At Sun Studio the recording will be played and sent out via
satellite. The legendary Scotty Moore, lead guitarist on that recording,
will be the one to "press play" for this historic occasion. Any radio
stations that cannot access the live feed are encouraged to join in by
playing the record on their own. Click here for more details.

Sun Studio Commemorative Concert
4:00 - midnight, Sun Studio
Celebrate this historic event when special guest, Billy Bob Thornton joins
Sun Studio favorites Billy Lee Riley, Sonny Burgess & The Pacers, Rock A
Billy Country, Stan Perkins, Cordell Jackson and many more to be announced
soon.


Multiple Date Events


At Graceland see special items on display just for 2004 and enjoy live
entertainment at The Graceland Entertainment Pavilion.

This year's Hard Rock Mobile Memorabilia tour includes a special Memphis
room celebrating the 50th Anniversary. This traveling exhibit will park near
the covered outdoor activity area next to the Lisa Marie Jet in the
Graceland visitor center complex daily on July 2, 3 & 4. Free admission.

Terry Mike Jeffrey and his band perform sets of Elvis music live at
Graceland in the covered outdoor activity area next to the Lisa Marie Jet in
the Graceland visitor center complex. 12:00 Noon - 4:00 PM daily on July 3,
4 & 5. Free admission.

Edy's Ice Cream will in the Graceland visitor center complex with their
Edy's logoed antique ice cream truck offering free sames of their soon-to-be
luanched Elvis-themed flavors. Daily on July 3,4 & 5.

Beale Street
It first rang out over the cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta. It
migrated to the streets and clubs of Memphis. It went on to influence the
sound of music all over the world. Memphis is also the Home of the Blues and
it all starts on Beale Street. Every club on Beale Street will be jumping as
Memphians and guest from around the world join together to celebrate 50
Years of Elvis.

The Dixon Gallery and Gardens
In conjunction with the Rock and Roll 50th Anniversary celebration in
Memphis, The Dixon is dedicating its Third Thursdays: Art After Dark Music
Series - In the Mix...Music and Art that Rock - to regional up-and-coming
artists. The series will take place on the third Thursday of each month,
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, starting in May and running through June. Weather
permitting, all performances will be held in the 17-acres of gardens
surrounding the museum, which will be at their peak in May and June. In
addition to the fabulous regional talents performing, the Dixon is also
pleased to present an exhibition curated by Jennifer Church fusing musicians
with art, In the Mix opening in May. Admission is $5.00 for non-members,
free for Dixon members.

50th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll Musical Art Exhibit at Anna's Steakhouse
April - December 2004. 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Anna's Steakhouse, 6963 Highway
70, Bartlett, TN. In celebration of 50 years of rock 'n' roll, Anna
Hamilton, a Humes High graduate and owner of Anna's Steakhouse, will host at
her restaurant a special musical art exhibit featuring the art of
internationally known Elvis artist Betty Harper. Walking through the
steakhouse, you can experience the history of Elvis and Memphis in every
room. For more information or directions, call (901) 383-9989.



Other Local Events


Saturday, July 3rd

Children's Fishing Rodeo
Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center, Bartlett, TN

Fireworks Extravaganza
Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center, Bartlett, TN

Sunday, July 4th

Independence Day Celebration
HW Cox Park in Collierville

WONDERS: Masters of Florence Exhibit
Willis Gallery
Original Works Depicting Music-Based Themes

Transformation 3: Works in Jewelry and Small Metals
National Ornamental Metal Museum
This exhibition will include 36 pieces that highlight a variety of
techniques and forms - jewelry, vessels, and sculpture - all addressing the
theme of transformation.

50th Anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education Exhibit
National Civil Rights Museum

Jeckyl and Hyde
Playhouse on the Square

Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
Circuit Playhouse

Think Tank Exhibit
Children's Museum of Memphis

Stax Museum
Stax Records was the hub of a neighborhood that produced so much musical
talent it came to be called Soulsville, U.S.A. The Stax Museum of American
Soul Music showcases more than 2,000 exhibits that are fun, fascinating,
interactive, and entertaining.

The Memphis Rock `n' Soul Museum
Featuring the Smithsonian Institution's Rock `n' Soul: Social Crossroads
exhibition, a dazzling chronology of rebellious hearts and echoes that
shaped "the Memphis Sound." Artifacts, pictures, words-- and of course,
music-highlight slices of our cultural and musical past.

Picasso: 25 Years of Edition Ceramics from the Edward and Ann Weston
Collection.

More details and Information Click Here :
http://www.elvis.com/news/full_story.asp?id=563

2004/04/24 EPE / Ep.Gold.Com

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Kathy Westmoreland Latest CD.


Elvis Unlimited does now offer Kathy Westmoreland's latest CD Heavenly
Father

Tracklist:

You Were The Music
What Am I Living For
What Would I Do Without Your Music
My Father Watches Over Me

We have a limited amount of signed copies in stock

Click here to order Kathy Westmoreland's CD : http://www.elvisunlimited.com

2004/04/23 Elvis Unlimited / Ep.Gold.Com

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New Elvis DVD's.

The Follow That Dream DVD is  for release on May 11th, 2004.

July, 2004 Releases : Harum Scarum, Spinout, It Happened At The World's
Fair, Trouble With Girls, Double Trouble, Speedway and This Is Elvis -
Extended Version.

More official details - Release dates  later.

2004/04/23 EPE / Ep.Gold.Com

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Concerts In Tunica In August


Scotty Moore, DJ Fontana, Ronnie McDowell and The Jordanaires will be
performing at the Horseshoe hotel and casino in Tunica, Mississippi this
August. The shows will take place on August 6 and 7. These shows are sure to
sell out so be sure to buy your tickets in advance

2004/04/23 Elvis Unlimited / Ep.Gold.Com

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What Is Happening In Memphis During Elvis Week?


SATURDAY 7

Listings for one-time events on this date are forthcoming. See the
multiple-dates event listings below for activities that include this date.
Note: There is a possibility that the City of Memphis could have a special
Elvis Week kick-off event on this day and evening to celebrate the 50th
Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll. We will update you on that as soon as
possible, but wanted you to know now that something was brewing so you could
make your travel plans accordingly.


SUNDAY 8

Welcome Elvis Fans Picnic
12:00 Noon. Elvis Presley American Legion Post 249, 8313 Highway 70 (Summer
Avenue),Bartlett, TN. Admission is $20.00/Adults,$10.00/Children 7-13 years,
Children under 7 - free. Admission includes food, beverages and
entertainment. Entertainment will be provided by Joe Kent, an Elvis tribute
singer. Special Guests TBA. If you need transportation, directions or for
advance ticket purchases, please contact Gigi Ballester via E-mail or Glenda
Vilseck at via E-mail. Or call (901) 388-2492 and leave a message and
someone will return your call.

MONDAY 9


Listings for one-time events on this date are forthcoming. See listings
further down this page for multiple-date activities that include this date.


TUESDAY 1O

The Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center Reception
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon. The Park Cafe, 1st Floor-Jefferson Building, The
Regional Medical Center at Memphis, 877 Jefferson Avenue. A special
reception to honor Elvis fans, fan clubs and individuals who are "Wall of
Honor" recipients. For more information, contact The MED Foundation office
at (901) 545-8372 or via E-mail.

Elvis Youth Trivia Contest
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Graceland Plaza Tent located in front of Rockabilly's
Diner. Kids - come out and test your knowledge about Elvis. Admission for
contestants and audience is free. Great prizes for winning contestants.

18th Annual Elvis World Lunch
1:00 ­- 3:00 PM. Marlowe's Restaurant, 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis.
Elvis World magazine Publisher Bill E. Burk brings in a who's who of Elvis
friends, family and book authors to speak. EW Fan & Fan Club of the Year
awards are presented. Reservations only. Door prizes. Admission is $13.00.
For more information contact: Elvis World, Box 16792, Memphis, TN 38186.


WEDNESDAY 11


Elvis Fan Forum with EPE
10:00 AM - 12 Noon. Lucille Ballroom, Gibson Guitar. Located at the corner
of Third, one block south of Beale Street. $5.00 parking at rear of
building. Free admission. No tickets. Fans get the latest news from
Graceland/EPE management and have the opportunity to make comments and ask
questions. EPE's CEO and the directors and managers of various departments
attend.

1st Annual Elvis Film Festival - Presented by Hollywood Casino
1:00 PM ­- 9:00 PM. Malco Paradiso Theatre, 584 S. Mendenhall, Memphis.
$8.00 per person per film. Come and experience Elvis on the big screen!
Jailhouse Rock at 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM. Viva Las Vegas at 3:00 PM & 9:00 PM.
Elvis: That's the Way It Is, Special Edition at 5:00 PM. Film times are
subject to change. Special celebrity guest appearances in lobby. Guests TBA.
Advance tickets on sale May 3 through August 2 via the Graceland
sales/reservations department. Phone: (901) 332-3322 or (800) 238-2000.
E-mail: glsales@elvis.com. More ticket info.


THURSDAY 12

Mike Freeman's Tupelo Tour
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Leave from Graceland Parking Lot. Cost is $75.00. See as
many places in Tupelo as possible. Your ticket cost of $75 includes
birthplace and museum entrance fee, lunch, a chance at prizes, and admission
to Elvis' first Memphis home, 1034 Audubon Drive. For tickets or
information, call (901) 761-1838 and ask for Mike or Cindy or E-mail Mike.
Please pay in advance with US check, international money order or traveler's
checks (in US dollars) sent to Mike Freeman, 1034 Audubon Drive, Memphis, TN
38117. Can't go on the 12th, but have other days available? Contact Mike or
Cindy to see where they can fit in a tour for you.

Elvis Fan Club Presidents Luncheon
12 Noon - 3:00 PM. Harrah's Tunica Casino and Hotel, 1100 Casino Strip
Blvd., Robinsonville, MS. The annual Elvis Week gathering of Elvis fan club
presidents and officers with Graceland/EPE management. This is an
invitation-only event. Fan club leaders receive detailed information
directly from Fan Relations at Graceland/EPE. Sponsorship support provided
by Harrah's Tunica Casino and Hotel for this year's luncheon.

Graceland Scavenger Hunt
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Graceland. Guests are invited to tour Graceland Mansion
and the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum while simultaneously participating
in a trivia scavenger hunt. Adult and Junior version of scavenger hunt will
be
available. More details to come. Cost: adults $20.00; children 7-12 $10.00;
children 6 and under free. Advance tickets on sale May 3 via the Graceland
sales/reservations department. Phone: (901) 332-3322 or (800) 238-2000.
E-mail: glsales@elvis.com. More ticket info.

Collingwood Rocks with Elvis Fan Club Presents Stephen Kabakos: The Way It
Was Rocks Hard Rock Café
5:00 PM dinner show seating. Hard Rock Café, 315 Beale St, Memphis.
Mastering the look, sound and mannerisms with amazing accuracy of the King
of Rock 'n' Roll, Stephen Kabakos delivers an astonishing high-energy stage
performance, successfully capturing an authentic portrayal. Tickets for the
dinner/show are $25.00. Tickets for the show only are $10.00. For
information on tickets contact Kathleen DeNike via E-mail or call (705)
445-9477. (There's also an afternoon show at 2:00 PM on August 14. Same
price.)

Party With the Pandas and Alfred Wertheimer
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place. Elvis fans are invited
to an exclusive after-hours party at the Memphis Zoo with Alfred Wertheimer
and giant pandas, Ya Ya and Le Le! Mr. Wertheimer will be signing autographs
and telling stories. Guests will enjoy a private panda viewing, an intimate
setting to hear stories from Mr. Wertheimer and enjoy live entertainment and
a cash bar. Tickets are only $10.00 per person. To purchase tickets, visit
the Web site or call (901) 276-WILD.

Rock 'n' Roll Sock Hop with Sonny Burgess and The Pacers
8:00 PM ­- 1:00 AM. Marriott Hotel Downtown, 250 N. Main Street, Memphis.
Come join the Brits for a great night of 50's rock'n'roll. Live performances
by Sun record artist Sonny Burgess and the Pacers, Europe's top Elvis
sound-alike Colin Paul and Britain's finest rockin' band The Firebirds. Kick
off your shoes and dance until there are holes in your socks to Elvis's
hottest rock 'n' roll songs. Jive, doo wop, rockabilly and rock'n'roll.
There will be something for everyone at the Brit's 50's extravaganza.
Tickets are $20.00 in advance and $25.00 at the door. For tickets, call
(866) 320-5295, fax (901) 525-2901, visit the Web site or via E-mail.

Elvis Country Annual Auction
9:00 PM. Ramada Limited-Airport, 2979 Millbranch Rd., Memphis. Auction of
Elvis memorabilia, collectibles and crafts. Door prizes, raffles and lots of
fun! Sponsored by Elvis Country Fan Club. Proceeds benefit the Elvis
Charitable Foundation and benefit the production of the opening ceremony the
fan club produces for the start of the Candlelight Vigil event. Free
admission.

FRIDAY 13


Walk a Mile in My Shoes ­- All Elvis City of Memphis Tour
Boarding at 8:15 AM, departure at 8:30 AM, return to Graceland at 12:30 PM.
Tour departs Graceland parking lot next door to Heartbreak Hotel. Bus will
be at the walkway from the hotel to the Graceland parking lot. All-Elvis
tour for the dedicated fan. This tour focuses on the life of Elvis Presley
and includes many sites that are not featured on traditional Memphis City
tours. Follow the footsteps of the King from "rags to riches" starting from
Elvis's first home on Poplar Avenue to his beloved Graceland. This special
Elvis tour takes you to the Overton Park Band Shell and Lamar Shopping
Center where Elvis first performed in public, Pop Tunes, Supercyle, Humes
High School, Hotel Chisca, Crump Stadium, Libertyland, the Coliseum, Forest
Hill Cemetery, the Memphian Theater and Lauderdale Courts. A "Closer to You"
stop at the home Elvis owned on Audubon Drive, now owned by
historians/authors Mike Freeman and Cindy Hazen, will be included. A true
Elvis Fan will not want to miss this once-in-a-life time tour! $40.00 per
person includes transportation and narrated tour with Elvis Tour Guide. For
reservations contact Sweet Magnolia Tours toll-free at (866) 320-5295, fax
(901) 525-2901, or visit the Web site, or via E-mail.

Tupelo Day Trip by Unique Tours
8:30 AM ­- 4:00 PM. Departs from the Graceland parking lot at 8:30 AM.
Music, games, and Elvis videos will entertain fans on a deluxe motor-coach
Tupelo-bound. After touring Elvis's first home, fans will visit the Times
and Things Remembered Museum and the memorial chapel, followed by a short
city tour, highlighting the places important to Elvis' life. Tickets are
$65.00 per person. For tickets, go to the Web site or call (800)235-1984.

Gospel Brunch at The Lodge
10:00 AM - 12 Noon. Gospel Brunch at The Lodge, home of Elvis's Paradise,
Hawaiian Style co-star, Suzanna Leigh. Starring Chris MacDonald performing
Elvis gospel music, movie memories with Suzanna Leigh and DJ Tyke Harrison
spins more Elvis gospel! Sponsored by D&N's Elvis Presley Fan Club.
Benefitting the Elvis Presley American Legion Post. $25.00 per person,
advance purchase only. Checks to Nancie Craft, 2350 Bering Dr., Suite 116,
Houston, TX 77057. E-mail or phone: (713) 782-1122.

Conversations on Elvis
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Lucille Ballroom, Gibson Guitar. Located at the corner of
Third, one block south of Beale Street. $5.00 parking at rear of building.
Friends and colleagues of Elvis share personal recollections and take
questions from the audience. Panelists to be announced. Admission $10.00.
Advance tickets on sale May 3 via the Graceland sales/reservations
department. Phone: (901) 332-3322 or (800) 238-2000. E-mail:
glsales@elvis.com. More ticket info. Any tickets not sold in advance will be
available at the door.

Elvis Collectors Club Meet & Greet
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Les Paul Room, Gibson Guitar, at the corner of Third, one
block south of Beale Street. 145 Lt. George Lee Ave., Memphis TN 38103,
$5.00 parking at rear of building. Official Elvis Collectors Club members
plus one guest. Must show Collectors Club membership card at door to attend.
Admission is free but space will be limited. Get to know your fellow
Collectors Club members, the EPE leadership team and others in Memphis for
Elvis Week. Due to legal restrictions, there will be no alcoholic beverages
at this event.

The Legends ­- Good Rockin' Tonite
7:00 PM. The Peabody Hotel, downtown Memphis. The legendary musicians who
shaped rock 'n' roll - Scotty Moore, D.J. Fontana, The Jordanaires, Boots
Randolph, Billy Swan, Millie Kirkham, Bob Moore and so many more of the
original force behind Elvis and other rock 'n' roll performers will return
in an all-star gathering. Reserved tickets are $48.00, general admission is
$38.00. For tickets contact Elvis International.The Magazine at (818)
991-3892 or via E-mail. Also visit the Web site.

The TCB Band Concert
10:00 PM. The Peabody Hotel, downtown Memphis. The legendary TCB Band along
with Terry Mike Jeffrey return for another incredible concert as they pay
tribute to Elvis and the 50th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll. As always, on
our Good Rockin' Tonite concerts, there will be a few surprise guests
stopping by. This will be the TCB Band's only appearance in Memphis this
year. Reserved tickets are $48.00, general admission is $38.00. For tickets
contact Elvis International.The Magazine at (818) 991-3892 or via E-mail.
Also visit the Web site.


SATURDAY 14


22nd Annual Elvis Presley International 5K and Fun Walk
Starts at 8:00 AM at Graceland Plaza. Finish at Graceland Gates. Be part of
this annual tradition and join the more than 2,000 people from all around
the world that raise money for United Cerebral Palsy of the Mid-South, a
nonprofit organization that provides programs and services to the many
children and adults within our community who have disabilities. Cost is
$18.00 to enter. For more information or to enter, call (901) 761-4277 or
visit the Web site.

Elvis Tupelo Tour by Coach USA
8:00 AM ­- 4:30 PM. See the town where Elvis was born and lived till he was
thirteen. Tour his home, museum, meditation chapel and statue of "Elvis at
13." Guided City tour and lunch provided. $69.00 per person. For tickets
call (901) 382-6366. Web site.

Official Elvis Collectors Club Conference
9:00 AM ­- 5:00 PM. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Lucille Ballroom, Gibson Guitar, at
the corner of Third, one block south of Beale Street. 145 Lt. George Lee
Ave, Memphis TN 38103, $5.00 parking at rear of building. The annual Elvis
Week gathering of members of the Official Elvis Collectors Club. Elvis
Presley Enterprises is putting together a very full day for Collectors Club
members that will give them advance notice and behind-the-scenes, exclusive
information about Elvis, music, collecting and other aspects of Elvis's
career. Experience an exciting panel discussion and view some rarely seen
Elvis artifacts from a group of archivists including: Kelly Hill, EPE's
photography manager; Angie Marchese, EPE's archives manager; Jerry Osborne,
music collecting and memorabilia expert; Alan Stoker, recorded sound and
moving image curator at The Country Music Hall of Fame (and son of
Jordanaires member Gordon Stoker). EPE's Todd Morgan and colleague Ray
Miller - two of the producers of the exciting new (June 2004 release)
comprehensive Elvis sets Elvis,'68 Comeback Special - Deluxe Edition DVD and
Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii - Deluxe Edition DVD - will lead a discussion and
give a demonstration letting attendees in on the all the behind-the-scenes
scoop from these historic projects. Executives from BMG/RCA will be joining
us again this year to share details about upcoming Elvis releases. And even
more guests will be added soon! Attendees will again receive a welcome kit
loaded with Elvis-themed gifts and everyone attending wins a door prize.
Tickets are $35 per person. Collectors Club members may purchase one guest
ticket in addition to their own. Tickets are limited and we do expect a
sellout. Advance tickets on sale May 3 via the Graceland sales/reservations
department. Phone: (901) 332-3322 or (800) 238-2000. E-mail:
glsales@elvis.com. More ticket info.

Collingwood Rocks with Elvis Fan Club Presents Stephen Kabakos: The Way It
Was Rocks Hard Rock Café
2:00 PM show. Hard Rock Café, 315 Beale St, Memphis. See the listing for the
August 12th dinner show for all the details.

Let's Have A Party - A Tribute to Elvis
3:30 PM. Clarion Hotel, 1471 E. Brooks Rd., Memphis. Sponsored by Living the
Dream Fan Club. Come join us for an evening of fun, good food and door
prizes. Then, sit back and listen as Bruce Wilburn performs his tribute show
of your favorite songs. Admission is $23.00 per person. Advance reservations
required. Limited seating. For tickets, contact Ruth Hensley at (513)
741-0145.

Aloha from Tupelo
6:00 PM ­- 10:00 PM. Woody's Resturant, 609 Glouster St,Tupelo, MS. Tribute
show and book reading of the novel Around Elvis by fan club president Thorne
Peters.

Save the Shell
7:00 PM. Overton Park Shell, 1928 Poplar Ave., Memphis. Celebrate the 50th
anniversary of Elvis's first recording and first performance at the Overton
Park Shell. Contact Larry via E-mail for details. Tickets just $15.00.
Please help save the Shell.

Elvis 50th Anniversary Special Dance Party Celebration
8:00 PM - 12:00 Midnight. Location to be announced. Graceland/EPE's annual
dance event goes all out for the 50th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll and of
Elvis Presley's career. Elvis music performed live by the Terry Mike Jeffrey
Band, plus Elvis records and video. Admission price, on-sale date for
advance tickets and other details to be announced. Advance tickets on sale
May 3 via the Graceland sales/reservations department. Phone: (901) 332-3322
or (800) 238-2000. E-mail: glsales@elvis.com. More ticket info.


SUNDAY 15


Audubon Drive Pool Party
12:00 Noon ­- 4:00 PM. Elvis's former home, 1034 Audubon Drive. To benefit
MASH - Moving Animals Safely Home by Labs4Rescue. Entertainment by Tyke
Harrison's Tomcat DJ Show. Food. Swim in Elvis's pool. Tour his home. Bop
contest. Silent auction. Raffle. $35.00 per person. Advance purchase only.
Checks to: Labs4Rescue, P.O. Box 3272, Cordova, TN 38088. E-mail for more
information, E-mail Kim Adkins. Web site.

The New Gladiators Reunion Luncheon
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Rock 'n' Roll Café, Graceland Crossing, Memphis. To mark
the 30th anniversary of the filming of Elvis' unfinished dream project, The
New Gladiators, Essential Elvis magazine will be re-uniting several karate
experts and colleagues who either starred in it or were a part of the
production team. Guest speakers include Jerry Schilling, Wayne Carmen and Al
Holcomb. Other guests will be announced as confirmed. Tickets are $15.00 at
the door. For further details, please call (0044) (0) 1903-525917 or visit
the magazine Web site.

Elvis Presley Memorial Mass
3:00 PM. St. Paul Catholic Church, 1425 E. Shelby Dr., Memphis. The church
is located south of Graceland, approx. 2-1/2 miles. Recorded music at 2:15
PM. St. Paul Choir sings at 2:45 PM. Memorial Mass at 3:00 PM. Come together
to pray and to remember Elvis. Spaghetti dinner will follow. Church Web
site.

Elvis Trivia Contest
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Graceland Plaza Tent located in front of Rockabilly's
Diner. Test your Elvis knowledge against that of your fellow fans by being a
contestant, or simply enjoy the show as a member of the audience. Admission
for contestants and audience is free. Great prizes for winning contestants
and audience drawings.

George Klein's Elvis Mafia Reunion
4:00 PM. Alfreds, 197 Beale St., Memphis. A reunion of people who were close
to Elvis. Lifelong friends and associates of the King of Rock 'n' Roll
reminisce and answer questions. $30.00 admission includes a $10.00 donation
to the Make a Wish Foundation and dinner for one. Dinner reservations only,
no later than 3:00 PM. For further information call Alfred's at (901)
525-3711 and ask for Eddie, Jay or Nick. Web site.

Candlelight Vigil & VigilCast
At 9:00 PM there is an opening ceremony at the gates of the Graceland
Mansion property. Then, fans are invited to walk up the driveway to Elvis's
gravesite and back down carrying a candle in quiet remembrance. No admission
charge. Gates remain open until all who wish to participate in the
procession have done so, which typically takes until the early morning hours
of August 16, the anniversary date of Elvis's passing. Free secured parking
at the Graceland visitor center complex after 6:00 PM.


MONDAY 16


George Klein's Elvis Memorial Service
12:00 Noon ­- 3:00 PM. Main Theater at the University of Memphis. Annual
event hosted by Memphis entertainment personality and long-time friend of
Elvis, George Klein. Speakers will include friends and relatives of Elvis
and celebrity guests. For more information, call the University of Memphis
Dept. of Communication at (901) 678-2565.


MULTIPLE DATES


50th Anniversary of Rock & Roll Tours by Sweet Magnolia Tours
In collaboration with Graceland, special 50th Anniversary of Rock & Roll
packages are available from Sweet Magnolia Tours for transporation, tickets
to Graceland and other Memphis attractions, hotel accommodations and more.
Click here to go directly to all the 50th Anniversary package details on the
tour company's Web site. Sweet Magnolia Tours, P.O. Box 753548, Memphis, TN
38175. Phone: (901) 525-2842 or toll-free at (866) 320-5295. Fax: (901)
525-2901. E-mail. Web site.

Enhanced Exhibits on the Graceland Tour
In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of Rock & Roll and of Elvis Presley's
career, all the Elvis exhibit areas on the Graceland Mansion tour and in the
Sincerely Elvis Museum in Graceland Plaza will be enhanced with rarely
displayed and never-before-displayed items from the extensive Graceland
archives. See Graceland Tours for information and reservations for tours of
Graceland Mansion and its related attractions on the Graceland complex. If
you plan to tour Graceland during Elvis Week, we strongly recommend that you
make advance reservations for your preferred day and time for the mansion
tour. Tickets to tour the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, Elvis's airplanes
and the Sincerely Elvis Museum are not on a timed/reserved system like the
mansion tour, but you may enjoy a substantial cost savings by purchasing
your tickets for these attractions in the all-inclusive Platinum Tour
package.

Walk-Up Times for the Meditation Garden
Daily throughout the year, there is a special period of time for
free-admission walk-up visits to the Meditation Garden at Graceland, where
the gravesites of Elvis and members of his family are located. The summer
hours for free walk-up visits are 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM daily, and then the
garden becomes part of the regular ticketed Graceland tour. As a special
courtesy to Elvis fans, there is always an additional schedule of evening
walk-up times during Elvis Week. Evening walk-ups for Elvis Week 2004 are:
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, August 7-14 & 16. (The 15th is omitted to accommodate
preparation for the Candlelight Vigil.)

Earn Elvis Gift Items at Harrah's
Open 24 hours a day. Harrah's Tunica Casino & Hotel, 1100 Casino Strip
Blvd., Robinsonville, MS. (662) 363-7777. Want a special Elvis souvenir gift
item to take home? Looking for something to do after Graceland? Come to
Harrah's Tunica Casino & Hotel ­ recently voted luckiest casino and located
just south of Memphis ­ featuring all the hottest slots and table games,
along with delicious restaurants, a golf course, and signature
Southern-style service! Sign up for a Free Total Rewards Card! Earn Reward
Credits by using your card when playing slots or table games. Then use those
Reward Credits towards great Elvis merchandise in August! We'll see you at
Harrah's, home of the MOST first-place awards from Strictly Slots magazine
readers! Web site.

Memphis/Tupelo Tours by JB Tours
8:00 AM daily. Memphis Tours $35/Tupelo Tours $65. JB Tours offers daily
detailed tours of Memphis, Tupelo and Nashville. Also offer special step-on
guides. For information, call (901) 864-0811 or E-mail.

The Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Daily. 4339 Park Avenue. Amid 17 acres of formal and informal gardens, the
Dixon is a former private estate featuring Impressionist and
post-Impressionist paintings, the Stout Collection of 18th century porcelain
and changing exhibitions. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $4.00 for
seniors. For more information, call (901) 761-5250 or visit our web site.

Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Hours March thru October: Mon. ­ Sat. 9:00 AM ­- 4:00 PM, Sun. 1:00 ­- 4:00
PM. 926 East McLemore Ave., Memphis, TN. See the world's first music museum
devoted to preserving and interpreting Soul music and where Elvis, Otis and
Isaac recorded. For more information, call (901) 942-SOUL. Web site.

Sun Studio
Open daily. 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. 706 Union Ave., Memphis. Experience guided
tours of the "Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll." Hear session out-takes, touch
Elvis' s first microphone, see loads of memorabilia and relive the history
of the world's most famous recording studio - the one that launched the
careers of Elvis, Johnny Cash, BB King, Charlie Rich, Howlin' Wolf, Carl
Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and many other musical legends. Phone: (901)
521-0664. Web site.

Masters of Florence
April 23 ­- October 3, 2004. 9:00 AM ­- 7:00 PM. The Pyramid, downtown
Memphis. The exhibition tells the story of the rise and fall of the Medici,
the wealthiest family of their time, patrons of great art, bankers,
collectors, cardinals, popes, queens and grand dukes. It tells the story of
the passion and creativity of the greatest artists in the world, including
works by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Botticelli. For
tickets, call (800) 263-6744. Web site.

Elvis Art Contest & Exhibit
Exhibit in place August 6-15 in the ticket office pavilion in Graceland
Plaza. Free admission to view this exhibition of Elvis-themed artwork from
amateur and professional artists from around the world. Detailed information
for artists who which to enter the contest to be announced.

Elvis Presley Birthplace Fan Appreciation Day
August 7 & 9. 10:45 AM. 306 Elvis Presley Dr., Tupelo, MS. All-day
celebration and fan appreciation day. Event specifics to be listed on Web
site. Phone: (662) 841-1245.

Tea with Suzanna Leigh
August 7-11. The Lodge. Have tea with Elvis' Paradise, Hawaiian Style
co-star, Suzanna Leigh. Join Suzanna in her new home, The Lodge, for tea and
a personal tour of her film memorabilia. $15.00 per person. By appointment
only. Contact Suzanna via E-mail.

Special Elvis '68/Aloha Videotheater Screenings
August 7-12, daily and nightly, in the Walk a Mile in My Shoes videotheater
in Graceland Plaza. Times and program details to be announced. Free
screenings of material from the new (to be released in mid-2004),
comprehensive '68 TV Special and Aloha from Hawaii DVD releases. You'll
probably already have these DVDs in your collection at home, but there's
nothing like watching Elvis on a big screen in a theater with your fellow
Elvis fans. Free advance tickets for all the screenings you choose will be
issued at the Guest Services desk in Graceland Plaza during regular business
hours. Tickets are your guarantee of a seat. Staff at the door of the
theater will admit non-ticket-holders if any seats remain open after all
ticket holders have been accommodated.

Club Elvis at Graceland
August 7-12, 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM. The ticket office pavilion in Graceland
Plaza becomes Club Elvis at night and you're invited. Come hang out and
enjoy a private party with your fellow Elvis fans. A disc jockey spins Elvis
records for your listening and dancing pleasure. Cash bar featuring adult
beverages (I.D.'s checked) and soft drinks. Outdoor smoking area designated
- no smoking inside. Admission to Club Elvis each evening is a $5.00 cover
charge paid when you arrive (if Club Elvis is not sold out to capacity) or
in advance. Space is limited. Rockabilly's Diner next door will be open with
its full menu available. You may also enjoy the free activities taking place
nightly at Graceland Plaza and Graceland Crossing. See separate, detailed
listings for Live Entertainment at Graceland Crossing, '68 & Aloha Special
Elvis Videotheater Screenings, Elvis Big-Screen Videos in Graceland Plaza,
Happy Hour at Heartbreak Hotel, and the evening schedule of free Walk-Up
Times for the Meditation Garden. A wristband ticket allows you to come and
go from Club Elvis as much as you like during the evening in order for you
to enjoy all the other activities on the property. Advance tickets for Club
Elvis go on sale May 3 via the Graceland sales/reservations department.
Phone: (901) 332-3322 or (800) 238-2000. E-mail: glsales@elvis.com. More
ticket info.

Audubon Drive House Tours
August 7, 8 and 14. 10:00 AM ­- 4:00 PM. Elvis' former home, 1034 Audubon
Drive, Memphis. Exclusive tours of the first home that Elvis bought. This
private home is owned by Mike and Cindy, who are lovingly restoring it to
the way it was when Elvis lived there in 1956. This, the only home owned by
Elvis in Memphis other than Graceland, is open for private tours by
appointment only. $10.00 per person. To make an appointment call (901)
761-1838 or E-mail. Also visit the Web site.

Mississippi River Museum at Mud Island River Park
Aug. 7 - 16. 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM. 125 North Front St. Five of the eighteen
museum galleries tell the story of the music of the Mississippi Delta from
the origins of the blues through rock 'n' roll. Artifacts include early
recording studio equipment, a 1950s Rock Ola juke box, an authentic Elvis
jumpsuit, records, photos and a video biography of Sam Phillips. For
information call (901) 576-7241 or visit the Web site.

Live Entertainment at Graceland Crossing
August 7-16. Day and night throughout Elvis Week in the entertainment tent
in the Graceland Crossing shopping center. Elvis music performed live by
various singers and bands. Roster of entertainment is announced shortly
before Elvis Week and will be available here on Elvis.com as well as at the
entertainment tent and at the Elvis Week information table in Graceland
Plaza.

Elvis Big-Screen Videos Outdoors in Graceland Plaza
August 7-16. All day and well into the night, a wide array of Elvis concert,
television and movie clips run on a big outdoor screen in Graceland Plaza,
across the street from the mansion. Enjoy the videos while you make your way
through the plaza, or bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax a while on the
plaza green.

Happy Hour at Heartbreak Hotel
August 9, 10 & 11. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. It's Happy Hour at Elvis Presley's
Heartbreak Hotel in the Graceland visitor center complex. Enjoy drink
specials, camaraderie with your fellow Elvis fans and Elvis music performed
live by entertainer Chris MacDonald. No cover charge.

Elvis ­ Legacy In Light Laser Show
August 9-16. 1:30 PM & 3:00 PM daily. Sharpe Planetarium/Pink Palace Museum,
3050 Central Ave., Memphis. This year's all new laser concert features some
of The King of Rock 'n' Roll's most memorable tunes. The music surrounds
choreographed laser images, lighting effects and spinning stars. See photos
of Elvis from the early years to his appearances as a superstar. Not
recommended for children under 7. Cost is $6.25 per person. Call (901)
320-6362 for reservations and information. Web site.

Tours of The Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center
August 9-16. 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM. Please contact THE MED Foundation to
schedule a tour for your group at (901) 545-8372 or E-mail.

Elvis Fan Club Festival
August 11-15. 11:00 AM ­- 6:00 PM. Conference Room, Graceland Inn, 3280
Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN. Various Elvis fan club tables. Elvis
videos, Vegas atmosphere. Best Elvis collectibles at the best prices.
Coffee, donuts and relax in a pleasant atmosphere. Donation at door is $1.00
or purchase a 27th Anniversary Pass for $3.00 for all five days. Benefits
the Faith Haven Children's Home in Tupelo, MS. For more information call
Fred Whobrey at (217) 875-3598.

Elvis CON 2004
August 11-15. 10:00 AM ­- 6:00 PM daily. Clarion Hotel, 1471 E. Brooks Rd.,
Memphis, TN. This 11th annual convention features over 60 tables of Elvis
memorabilia dealers buying, selling and trading Elvis collectibles. Special
guests: D.J. Fontana, Red Robinson, Darwin Lamm, Jerry Osborne and more!
Stop by and sign Elvis Presley's Sweet, Sweet Spirit Fan Club petition to
induct D.J. Fontana into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. Admission is $3.00
daily or $6.00 for all 5 days. For more information, call Soundz Good
Records/Robert Alaniz at (815) 464-7681 or E-mail.

Betty Harper Art Exhibit
August 12 - 14, 9:00 AM ­- 6:00 PM. August 15, 9:00 AM ­- 3:00 PM. Elvis
Presley's Heartbreak Hotel. Internationally known Elvis artist, Betty
Harper, will be exhibiting her new artwork. During the exhibit, there will
be an on-going taste testing of Elvis Style Seasonings for your enjoyment.
Free admission. Web site.

Elvis Week Blood Drive
August 12, 13, & 14. 10:00 AM ­- 4:00 PM. The American Red Cross will be
hosting a blood drive during Elvis Week. The Bloodmobile will be located
behind the Lisa Marie jet in the Graceland visitors parking lot. All donors
receive a commemorative Elvis T-shirt.

G.L. Wesley and Elaine Grant Tribute to the King of Rock 'n' Roll and Patsy
Cline
August 12, 13 & 14. 6:00 PM. Alfreds, 197 Beale St., Memphis. 15th annual
tribute to the King of Rock 'n' Roll by G.L. Wesley. Complete with full
band, back-up singers, costumes, lighting and as much Elvis music as
possible. Elaine Grant opens each show with a stirring performance of her
own music plus the music of Patsy Cline. Dinner reservation only ­ no later
than 5:00 PM. Dinner and show admission is $25.00. Rehearsal night is Wed.
Aug. 11 at 9:00 PM with a $5.00 cover-charge. For further information and
reservations, call Alfred's at (901) 525-3711 and ask for Eddie or Jay. Web
site.

Elvis Dinner Cruise
August 13 & 14. 7:30 PM ­- 10:00 PM. Downtown Memphis at the foot of Monroe
on Riverside Drive. Cruise with the music of the king and a Memphis-style
barbecue and barbecued chicken dinner. Each guest receives a souvenir of the
Memphis Queen Riverboat. Enjoy the sunset and the beautiful Memphis
waterfront. Cost is $44.95 plus tax. 10% discount for groups of 15 or more.
For tickets, E-mail or call (901) 527-BOAT. Web site.

Cruisin' with Elvis the King
August 13 & 14. 11:00 PM ­- 1:00 AM. Downtown Memphis at the foot of Monroe
on Riverside Drive. Cruise on the mighty Mississippi with the lovely Memphis
skyline and listen to the songs of Elvis with bits of Elvis history between
the songs. Includes a souvenir for each person, unlimited soft drinks. Cash
bar. Cost is $24.95 plus tax. 10% discount for groups of 15 or more. For
tickets E-mail or call (901) 527-BOAT. Web site.

Stutz Meet 2004
August 13 & 15, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. August 14, 2:00 PM ­- 6:00 PM. Graceland
visitors parking lot. Stutz automobile owners rally to show off their cars.
No admission. Web site. (Elvis was a fan of Stutz Motorcar vehicles and had
three of them. His two Stutz Blackhawks are in the Elvis Automobile Museum
at Graceland.)

Elvis Bingo
Graceland Plaza Tent located in front of Rockabilly's Diner. Dates and time
TBA.

Children's Activity Tent
Graceland Plaza Tent located in front of Rockabilly's Diner. Dates, times
and activities TBA.


2004/04/23 www.elvisunlimited.com / Ep.Gold.Com

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As A Child, Bush Wanted To Be Elvis.

During the 1950s when he was in the fourth grade, President George W. Bush's
greatest aspiration was to be Elvis Presley, First Lady Laura Bush said
Wednesday during a ceremony to honor Teacher of the Year.

Laura Bush said the president's mother Barbara Bush had to rescue her son
from the principal's office after he used charcoal to draw sideburns on his
face and he disrupted his music class.

These remarks by the First Lady Mrs Bush where made to the 2004 National and
State Teachers of the Year. Full transcript below. Relevant comments in
blue.

MRS. BUSH: Welcome everyone, welcome to the Rose Garden. This is the perfect
day to be here in the Rose Garden, and it's such a wonderful opportunity for
us to be able to honor great teachers from all around our country.
Congratulations to all of the teachers here who have been chosen as the
Teacher of the Year from your state. Thank you for your dedication to
America's children.

I also want to thank the members of Congress who are here with us today.
John Adams, the first President to live here in the White House, was a
congressman, but he was also a lawyer and a writer and a teacher. But Adams
didn't quite take to teaching. He once referred to some of his students as
"little runtlings." (Laughter.) I know none of you have ever thought
anything like that. (Laughter.)

But John Adams knew that education was vital for the development of our
country, and for the development of our character. He once said, "There are
two educations -- one should teach us how to make a living, and the other
should teach us how to live." And I know that every one of you do both.

I know how rewarding and how challenging teaching can be and what a
remarkable difference a teacher can make in the life of a child. When I was
eight years old, I made the decision to become a teacher. My mother said she
knew I'd be a teacher when she heard me scolding my dolls for not paying
attention. (Laughter.) But I wanted to teach because I loved school and I
loved my 2nd grade teacher -- I wanted to be just like her.

And, certainly, one of my most memorable days was my very first day
teaching. I had everything ready in the classroom: the pencils were
sharpened, the chairs were perfectly positioned, and then the children
walked in. Well, some walked in, some ran, and a few were pulled in by their
parents. (Laughter.) I had earned a teaching degree, but no textbook could
prepare me for the pressure of 20 sets of eyes staring at me with total
expectation. At 9:00 a.m. we started to work. We recited the alphabet and
numbers. We colored and we put together puzzles. We read a few books. And a
few more. And by 9:15 a.m., I'd gone through my entire day's lesson plans.
(Laughter and applause.)

Even if teachers don't fill every day with lesson plans, we know that
teachers fill children's lives with hope. Congratulations to every one of
you, and especially to the four finalists for the National Teacher of the
Year -- Jason Fulmer, Dennis Griner, Kyle Hileman, and Kathy Mellor.

Each of you are remarkable teachers, and you're also role models and
friends, and sometimes even surrogate parents. You listen, you challenge,
you motivate and mentor. And you inspire children to believe that they can
do anything, or be anything they want -- even if they dream of becoming
Elvis - (laughter) -- which was one little boy's hope who grew up in
Midland, Texas. In the late 1950s, many children across the country dreamed
of being just like Elvis. (Laughter.) And one little student found the
inspiration to follow his dream in his 4th grade music class.

One day, my mother-in-law, Barbara Bush, received a call from the school
principal, who said that George was in his office. She was shocked. George
was a perfect student who was well-behaved and earned straight A's. She
hurried to Sam Houston Elementary determined to give the principal a piece
of her mind. But Barbara had to bite her tongue when the principal reported
that George had disrupted his music class. In true Elvis fashion, he'd taken
a piece of charcoal and drawn sideburns and then tried to perform for the
other children. (Laughter.)

America's teachers help prepare writers, and doctors, and even the Elvis' of
tomorrow. Our next speaker never made it to the Ed Sullivan Show, but this
stage will have to do. Ladies and gentlemen, my husband, President George W.
Bush. (Applause.)

THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all, very much. Please be seated. Welcome to the
Rose Garden.

I told you not to tell the Elvis story. (Laughter.)

She told it anyway, didn't she?

Every President since Harry Truman has presented this award -- Teacher of
the Year Award. And there's a good reason for that. When you're in the
company of some of the nation's finest citizens, our greatest teachers,
you're in the company of people who give their hearts and their careers to
improving the lives of children. You're in the company of the best of our
country.

I want to congratulate the teachers who are here from around the country. It
is a -- it is a great experience for Laura and me to greet you in the Oval
Office. I guess the word I would describe the teachers who came through is
they're joyous people. There's such a joy that radiates on your face and in
your character. And on behalf of our nation, I want to thank you for what
you do. You make a great contribution. (Applause.)

In spite of the fact that she told the Elvis story, the best decision I made
was to marry a teacher. Laura is a great First Lady for our country, and I'm
really proud of her. (Applause.)

Besides the distinguished teachers who are here, I see we've got some other
distinguished citizens with us today. Gene Hickok is the Deputy Secretary of
the Department of Education. Thank you for coming, Gene. I'm glad you're
here. From the great state of Kansas, Senator Brownback and Congressman
Dennis Moore. I'm honored you both are here. Thanks for coming. I appreciate
the fact that Lindsey Graham from South Carolina is here, and Congressman
Gresham Barrett. Thank you both for coming.

I see Maria Cantwell, Senator from the state of Washington is with us today,
and Congressman George Nethercutt. Appreciate you all being here. I
appreciate so very much the Governor of the great state of Rhode Island, and
the First Lady, Sue, is with us. Thank you both for being here today --
honored you took time to come. I'm confident our honoree is really pleased
you're here.

I appreciate the fact that Senator Chafee -- Senator Linc Chafee -- and
Senator Jack Reed have joined us. Thank you for coming. And Congressman Jim
Langevin is with us, as well. Good to see you, friend. I'm glad you're back.

I also, too, want to congratulate the National Teacher of the Year
finalists: Kyle Hileman, from DeSoto, Kansas; Jason Fulmer, from
Graniteville, South Carolina -- you've been there, haven't you, Senator?
That's good. (Laughter.) Dennis Griner, from Palouse, Washington. And, of
course, our honoree, Kathy Mellor.

I also want to congratulate Kathy's family, Duke and her three children who
have joined us today. I know there are some friends here with Kathy. Chris
Sirr is with Kathy. She came all the way over, and I know there's other
friends, as well, and I'm honored that they would take time out of their
lives to support their friend and honor their -- honor their buddy in what
is an important moment for our nation as we honor those who dedicate their
lives to teaching.

I want to thank Tom Houlihan, who is the Executive Director of the Council
of Chief State School Officers. Ernie Fleishman, the Senior Vice President
of Education of Scholastic, Inc., thank you for being here. I want to thank
the Council of Chief State School Officers and Scholastic, Inc. for
organizing this program. I also want to thank Peter McWalters, who's the
Chief State School Officer of Rhode Island.

Welcome, everybody. Thanks for coming. (Applause.)

It is fitting we have this annual ceremony because teachers are charged with
a great mission. You do the vital work of teaching our children. You give
them the skills that will help them succeed. You lay the foundation for
realizing the American Dream.

You do more than that, though. You kindle imaginations. You foster a love
for learning that can last a lifetime. What a fantastic gift to give a
child. The best teachers treat every child with dignity and fairness and
insist that their students treat others the same way. And through your
encouragement and caring, you teach the students to respect themselves.

To a child, it's a special feeling when a teacher knows your name, and asks
your opinion, cares what you think, and gives you encouragement. For some
students, unfortunately, you might be the only person who does that. Anyone
who has visited the classroom can see that teaching demands poise and
warmth, and oftentimes, extraordinary patience -- as my 4th grade teacher
had to show. (Laughter.) Yet, only the family members of teachers know some
of the other traits that define great teachers. They've seen you stay up
late rewriting lesson plans. They've seen you seek new ways to advance your
skills. They've seen you somehow summon the energy to make an after-school
game or a play. For you, teaching is not just a profession, it's a calling
you have answered. And we thank you for that. We thank you from the bottom
of our hearts. (Applause.)

We ask a lot from our teachers, and you're right to expect a lot from
society. I oftentimes say to people that if you're interested in being a
responsible citizen, and you're worried about the quality of the education
in the community in which you live, do something about it. Support your
schools. Support your teachers. Make a difference. As opposed to sitting on
the outside complaining, get involved, help people search for excellence.

State government has got a responsibility, as well. I used to say when I was
governor of Texas, education is to a state what defense is to the national
government -- it's the most important priority. If people are worried about
the quality of the education in the state in which they live, get your
governors to make education the number one priority of the state.

And finally, the federal government has got a role to play, as well. We've
increased spending here by 43 percent. The next budget will make it 50
percent over the past four years. In other words, there's a role for the
federal government. Under the No Child Left Behind, we're making sure that
federal money actually goes to help students learn.

I love the spirit of the No Child Left Behind Act, by the way. It's what I
call challenging the softy bigotry of low expectations. You see, the reason
you're Teachers of the Year is because you set high expectations. You know
in your heart of hearts every child can learn. You're willing to raise that
bar, to set high standards.

I appreciate so very much the willingness for teachers also to use the
accountability systems to determine whether or not what you're doing is
working. It's a vital part of making sure that no child gets left behind.
But make no mistake about it, we understand here in Washington that the
people who really make student achievement possible are the good-hearted
teachers who work hard every single day to make sure that no child is left
behind. And that's why we honor you here in the Rose Garden.

Our 2004 National Teacher of the Year is Kathy Mellor. She embodies the
qualities that all students and parents hope for in a teacher. For nearly 20
years, Ms. Mellor has taught English as a second language in North
Kingstown, Rhode Island. Kathy redesigned her district's ESL program to
better integrate students with their English-speaking classmates. And the
educational benefits of her innovation have been clear.

As the parents of one of Mrs. Mellor's students wrote, "My daughter's
English improved unbelievably that year." Gosh, that must be the best words
a teacher can hear: "My daughter's English improved unbelievably that year."
At the end of the year, she was able to finish her regular class
assignments. The mom said, she's able to do so alone, or with a little help
from her.

Ms. Mellor's creative approach extends well beyond the classroom. She
applied for and received a grant to teach English to the mothers of her ESL
students. What a great gift. What a caring soul. Working with two
colleagues, Ms. Mellor taught a group of women for two-and-a-half years. At
the end of the program, the women's language skills and personal confidence
were both vastly improved, and many went on to further education and to new
jobs.

Ms. Mellor's 19 years in North Kingstown has earned her the reputation for
creativity and caring and consistent success. She's humble and generous,
always willing to share credit with others, and committed to serving as a
mentor to every colleague. Because she understands the importance of her
work, her energy and her spirit have never waned. As Kathy put it, "After
many years, I still look forward to Monday mornings. Working with this
diverse community of learners and their supportive families is one of the
most rewarding things I have ever done or ever could do." No wonder she's
Teacher of the Year.

Every teacher here has chosen a rewarding and optimistic profession. And the
families of America are glad that people like you show up every Monday
morning. I thank each of you for your skill and dedication. I thank you for
being an integral part of making sure America is a hopeful and optimistic
country for all.

And now, it's my honor to introduce and to present this award to the
National Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Kathy Mellor. (Applause.)

END 11:32 A.M. EDT

2004/04/23 Whitehouse Goverment / Ep.Gold.Com

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ELVIS: A MUSICAL INVENTORY 1939-55
By Richard Boussiron
ISBN 0-9519888-7-5 (paperback, 250 pages) 2004


DETAILS :

This 'musical inventory' is the product of over 30 years' original research
including interviews with Elvis' teacher, church ministers, work colleagues
and fellow musicians.  Presented like a discography, it is an
extraordinarily detailed listing of the King's earliest musical influences -
hymns and spirituals he sang at church, songs he learned at school or heard
on the radio, the live blues he listened to outside Eulysses Mayhorn's
grocery store in Shakerag - with full historical details shown for each
song.  But it doesn't stop there.  The enormous variety of numbers he sang
on the radio, in clubs and at backstage jams during his early career reveals
an already extensive repertoire encompassing blues, R&B, gospel, country and
pop.  As an added bonus, the book also includes - for the first time
anywhere - complete details of all the legendary Sun sessions, taken
directly from the personal files of Marion Keisker.  Possibly the best-kept
secret of the last century, these files have revealed a mass of new
information including details of wiped songs and several previously unknown
sessions.  Quite simply a 'must have' for Presley specialists and anyone
with an interest in early Elvis.


CONTENTS :

Section 1        Tupelo 1939-48

                       Hymns and spirituals Elvis sang at the First Assembly
Of God Church, East Tupelo.  Songs Elvis learned at school.  Songs Elvis
sang at home.  Blues that Elvis heard in Shakerag.


Section 2        WELO Appearances 1944-48

                       Details of no fewer than fourteen appearances by
Elvis on WELO's Black & White Saturday Jamboree talent show + the
Mississippi-Alabama Fair & Dairy Show broadcast of 3 October 1945.


Section 3        Memphis 1948-54

                       Hymns and spirituals Elvis sang at the First Assembly
Of God Church, East McLemore Avenue and at East Trigg Baptist Church.  Songs
Elvis sang at Lauderdale Courts, at school, etc.  Songs Elvis sang at Crown
Electric.


Section 4        The Sun Sessions 1953-55

                       Details of every Elvis Presley Sun recording session
annotated in meticulous detail by Marion Keisker.  Includes hitherto unknown
songs and entire sessions that were wiped.


Section 5        Personal Appearances 1954-55

                       Details of 92 shows compiled from public performance
copyright records.  Includes locations, personnel, instrumentation and
notable songs.  Complete playlists are listed in a separate Appendix at the
back of the book.


Section 6        Informal Jams 1954-55

                       Songs that Elvis sang informally at Scotty Moore's
house, at Sun studio, backstage at various clubs, etc.


Section 7        Radio, TV & Film 1954-55

                       Details of 80 radio, TV and film appearances and
radio station recording sessions including Grand Ole Opry, Louisiana
Hayride, Big D Jamboree, Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts, The Pied Piper Of
Cleveland, two appearances on Charline Arthur's TV show in the spring of
1955, and two appearances on Roy Orbison's TV show in October 1955.

Appendix A      Flatbed Truck & Honky Tonk Performances 1955

Appendix B      The Sun Sessions - At A Glance

Appendix C      The Sun Tapes

Appendix D      Complete Show Playlists

Appendix E       Amateur Films & Recordings

Appendix F       Elvis' Record Collection


Index of People's Names :

                         Index of Song & Album Titles

                         Index of Films & Shows



ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Richard Boussiron was born in Angoulême, France in 1964 and is an archivist
by profession.  He first heard Elvis Presley on the radio in 1971 and became
part of the European rockabilly revival generation in the mid-Seventies.  A
serious music researcher since the Eighties, he has contributed to many
specialist periodicals - most notably the Eddie Cochran Connection, who made
him an honorary life member in 2002.  He is also well known for his
collaborations with Derek Glenister for Rockstar Records in the UK.  This is
his first book.

For more details&Information and to Order Click Here :
http://musicmentor0.tripod.com/book_elvis_a_musical_inventory.html

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Elvis 30 #1 Hits is now 77 weeks in the Billboard Chart.

May 1, 2004 Billboard Top-200
(sg - greatest sales gainer, ne - new entry, re - re-entry)

Billboard Top 200 Albums - Elvis 30 #1's - #172
Billboard Comprehensive Albums - Elvis 30 #1's - #190 (re, sg)
Billboard Top Country Albums - Elvis 30 #1's - #22
Billboard Top Country Albums - Ultimate Gospel- #35
Billboard Top Christian Albums - Ultimate Gospel - #12
Billboard Hot Dance Singles Sales - Rubberneckin- #16

Here are the longest-charting Elvis albums, as of now (Billboard Album Chart
for the week ending May 1, 2004):

1. "G.I. Blues", 111 weeks (#1 for 10 weeks)
2. "Blue Hawaii", 79 weeks (#1 for 20 weeks)
3. "Elv1s: 30 #1 Hits", 77 weeks (#1 for 3 weeks, on chart for 42
consecutive weeks, returned to charts for 2 weeks Week of Aug. 30, 2003 and
again on Sept 20, 2003).
4. "Elvis' Golden Records", 74 weeks
5. "Elvis Gold Records, Volume 3", 63 weeks
6. "Elvis Is Back!", 56 weeks
7. "Aloha From Hawaii via Satellite", 52 weeks (#1 for 1 week)
8. "Elvis Presley", 48 weeks (#1 for 10 weeks)
9. "Worldwide 50 Gold Award Hits", 36 weeks (Elvis' First Box Set)
10. (Tie) "Elvis As Recorded At Madison Square Garden", 34 weeks
10. (Tie) "From Elvis In Memphis", 34 weeks

2004/04/23 Elvischarts - Jason Edge / Ep.Gold.Com.

Top-50 Country Charts.

Elv1s 30 #1 Hits stays at #12 this week for 82 straight weeks in the
Canadian Top-50 Country Charts

Elvis Ultimate Gospel also stays at #11 this week for 4 weeks in the
Canadian Top-50 Country Charts

http://www.canoe.ca/JamMusicCharts/COUNTRY.html

Elvis Ultimate Gospel moves up to #183 from #200 last week for 4 straight
weeks in the Canadian Top-200 Album Charts!

http://www.canoe.ca/JamMusicCharts/ALBUMS.html


2004/04/23  2nd To None - Jelvis King / Ep.Gold.Com

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First Joe Guercio article in newspaper.


The Belgian newspaper "Het Belang van Limburg" was the first to publish an
article about the two Joe Guercio-shows in Mol, next month. Other news
papers will follow, but "Het Belang" beat them to it. Tickets for this very
special event are still for sale (only for the Sunday Show) here:
peter@elvismatters.be. Ticket prices: 27 and 17 euro.


2004/04/23 http://www.elvismatters.be / Ep.Gold.Com

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"My Elvis Craze"  New Book From Japan.


A Japanese Elvis book "My Elvis Craze"  will be issued this month.
The book is a personal "Elvis Craze" from a fan. The book contains 47 pages.

2004/04/23 Elvis World Japan / Ep.Gold.Com

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EPGold has updated the following movies with great pictures

Kid Galahad, Girls! Girls! Girls!, Fun In Acapulco, Change Of Habit, Wild In The Country, 

Clambake, Easy Come, Easy Go, Elvis On Tour, Flaming Star

Elvis Movies

2004/04/22/Robin Klarenbeek/EPGold.com

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John Wilkinson In Italy.


John Wilkinson will be in our big party on May 29th 2004.
It will be the first time that an original Elvis' bandmember will be the
guest star in an Italian Elvis' meeting.
In the afternoon he will be available for pictures and autograph and in the
evening he will sing with an Italian Elvis' band: The Dreamers.

The event will be in Cortemaggiore (PC) near Milano, in the north of Italy,
from 2,00 pm to Midnight.
During the party there will be many attractions:

American Cars and Bikes Expo, an Elvis' portraits contest, Elvis' Karaoke
and three of the best Italian Elvis' tribute bands:

Rocking (fifties)
Contromano (sixties)
Dreamers (seventies)
The proceeds of the event will be donate to the 'Alzheimer' and 'Armonia'
(fight the breast cancer) Associations.

For More Information go to :
Stefano Bardelli
Elvis Friends Fan Club Italia
http://www.elvis-friends.it
Email: slebar@tin.it

2004/04/22 Stefano Bardelli - Elvis Friends Fan Club Italia  / Andylon Lensen / Ep.Gold.Com

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Elvis chante Leiber & Stoller available in May  15th,2004.


The double CD set '' Elvis Chante Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller '' will be
available in May 15th. 2004. This is an exclusive product of the '' Elvis My
Happiness '' fan club from France. This double CD set will be in the same
vein as the previous titles '' Elvis Chante Mort Shuman & Doc Pomus '' and
'' Elvis Chante Sid Tepper & Roy C. Bennett ''. The double CD set will
contain 24 original tracks and about 40 alternative tracks, including a few
bonuses of certain versions sung by other artists. It will come with a 36
pages booklet and as a limited edition. CD 1 - Baby, I don't care - Bossa
Nova Baby - Dirty, Dirty Feeling - Don't - Fools Fall In Love - Girls !
Girls ! Girls ! - Hot Dog - Hound Dog - I Want To Be Free - If You Don't
Come Back - Jailhouse Rock - Just tell Her Jim Said Hello - King Creole -
Little Egypt - Love Me - Loving You - Santa Claus Is Back In Town - Saved -
She's Not You - Steadfast, Loyal and True - Three Corn Patches - Treat Me
Nice - Trouble - You're The Boss.
CD 2 - Baby I Don't Care - Bossa Nova Baby - Don't - Girls ! Girls ! Girls !
- I Want To Be Free - If You Don't Come Back - Jailhouse Rock - Just Tell
Her Jim Said Hello - King Creole - Little Egypt - Loving You - Saved -
Steadfast, Loyal and True - Three Corn Patches - Treat Me Nice - Trouble -
You're The Boss

2004/04/22 My Happiness / Ep.Gold.Com

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Jordanaires Concert dates 2004 & 2005.


http://www.jordanaires.net/recent/performances.htm Just click the hyperlink


2004/04/22 Ray Walker - The Jordanaires / Andylon Lensen / Ep.Gold.Com

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ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK WORLD TOUR.

In his current Engelbert World tour Andylon Lensen will have a private
meeting with Engelbert in June.

Also an exclusive Interview with Engelbert Humperdinck  for Ep.Gold will be
conducted by her, that will coincide the new Gospel Album  : "Always Hear
The Harmony : The Gospel Sessions" .
And his Tribute to Elvis's Gospel Songs and much more.....


Engelbert Humperdinck, The Jordanaires, The Blackwood Brothers Quartet and
The Light Crust Doughboys.
Produced by Art Greenhaw.

Songs:
Always Hear The Harmony; The Old Rugged Cross; At The Cross; Sending Me You;
Take My Hand, Precious Lord; How Great Thou Art; Our Wedding Song; What A
Friend We Have In Jesus; It Is No Secret; Nearer My God To Thee; In The
Sweet By And By; Amazing Grace

Engelbert was a dear friend to Elvis and Engelbert features a tribute
segment and songs to Elvis in his current Engelbert World tour---

To order the CD from Engelbert Humperdinck  : ALWAYS HEAR THE HARMONY: THE
GOSPEL SESSIONS. Click Here : http://www.artgreenhaw.com/music.htm#ALWAYS

2004/04/22 Engelbert Humperdinck / Andylon Lensen / Art Greenhaw / Ep.Gold.Com

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2nd book project from Follow That Dream Records: "FLASHBACK"


(FTD #27) 82876-60931-2
Release Date; May 15, 2004.

"Flashback" provides an insightful look at the 30 months when Elvis truly
reigned as "The King Of Rock 'n' Roll". With 285 classic, rare and
previously unpublished photos and 69 minutes of previously unreleased music,
"Flashback" is a unique journey from January 1956 through June 1958. 172
pages and CD.

Track Listing :

The MONO Outtakes : Heartbreak Hotel - take 5 (1. part), 4 (2. part), Money Honey - take 10 intro only, 
I'm Counting On You - takes 1,2, unknown take, I Was The One - take 7 unedited, Lawdy, Miss Clawdy - takes 11,12, 
Shake, Rattle And Roll - takes 3,5,6,7, I Want You, I Need You, I Love You - take 3, Rip It Up - takes 10,11,12,16, 
Loving You (slow) - takes 2,3, I Need Your Love Tonight - takes 12,13, A Big Hunk O Love - take 2, 
Ain't That Loving You Baby - take 8 - fast fade on Elvis laughing, A Fool Such As I - takes 4,5, I Got Stung - takes 4-8

The BINAURAL Outtakes :That's When Your Heartaches Begin - take 1, It Is No Secret - take 5, Blueberry Hill - take 3, 
Have I Told You Lately That I Love You - takes 6,7, Is It So Strange - takes 8,9, Loving You (main title version) - take 6,
Loving You (main title version) - take 12, Treat Me Nice (1st version) - takes 1,2,3, Young And Beautiful - take 6, 
I Want To Be Free - take 11, Don't Leave Me Now - takes 7,8

NOTE : Interesting Tracks :
Heartbreak Hotel - Take 5 1st part-  Take 4 last part -  Take 4 is new, 
Money Honey - Take 10 intro ,takes went beyond 6, 
I'm Counting On You - Takes 1, 2 & an unknown take - Lowest take was always 13, 
Rip It Up - Takes 10, 11, 12 & 16 - Hot Stuff, 
Treat Me Nice 2003 - Takes 1, 2 & 3 - Take 19 was on Close Up, 
Young & Beautiful 2004 - Take 6 -  Takes  4 & 5 were on TT & F, 
I Want To Be Free 2009 Prison TV version - Take 11 - Only some splices of
this version but non from Take 11 released, 
Don't Leave Me Now 2017 Takes 7 & 8 -  Takes 16, 17 & 18 were on Silver
Screen Stereo.

Ernst Jorgensen / Colin B ( Note)  / Ep.Gold.Com

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Spinout - Special Edition.


(FTD #1008) 82876-59847-2 ( 7 inch Package )
Release Date; May 15, 2004

Track Listing : Stop Look And Listen, Adam And Evil, All That I Am, Never Say Yes, Am I Ready, 
Beach Shack, Spinout, Smorgasboard,I'll Be Back

ORIGINAL BONUS SONGS :Tomorrow Is A Long Time, Down In The Alley, I'll Remember You

NEW BONUS SONGS : Stop Look And Listen - takes 1,2,3, Am I Ready - take 1, Never Say Yes - takes 1,2, 
Spinout - takes 1,2, All That I Am - takes 1,2, Adam And Evil - takes 1,14,16, Smorgasboard - take 1, 
Beach Shack - takes 1,2,3, Am I Ready - takes 3,4, Never Say Yes - takes 4,5, All That I Am - take 4, 
Stop Look And Listen - take 6, Smorgasboard - take 5

2004/04/21 Ernst Jorgensen - FTD  /  Ep.Gold.Com

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Elvis Festival, June 5th, 2004 Rheinhausen-Halle Duisburg

For Further Information you can contact Michael Schutz

Telefax 0211/65 85 90 25  Email; meeting@epg-ev.de

2004/04/22/Michael Schutz/EPGold.com

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Sonny West & John Wilkinson In Europe.

On Saturday May 29, 2004 John Wilkinson will visit Cortemaggiore (Piacenza)
near Milano in Italy for a 100 percent Elvis convention.

Sonny West will be doing a one off show in Blackpool on July 3rd 2004.

2004/04/20  2nd To None  / Ep.Gold.Com

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Elvis' Palm Springs home sold for $1.25M.


A home in Palm Springs, California, owned in the '70s by Elvis and Priscilla
Presley has been sold for $1.25 million. The 5,000-square-foot house, with
five bedrooms and 4½ bathrooms, is in the Old Tuscany area of Palm Springs,
in the foothills of the San Jacinto Mountains.

Considered a historic site by the city, the 1946 house is protected against
demolition; any changes to the exterior are subject to planning-department
review. The Presleys bought the house in 1970 for $85,000. They were
divorced in 1973. The rock star owned it until he died in 1977.

Preserving the exterior may mean maintaining a spa that the King of Rock 'n'
Roll had built into an outside corner of his property. The spa is covered by
a gazebo, which shielded Elvis from helicopters. The home sits on nearly two
residential-zoned hilltop acres with valley views and also has a sauna and a
steam room. It was a party house for Elvis.

204/04/20 Google / Ep.Gold.Com

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RIAA CONSUMER PROFILE ROCKING, BUT INDUSTRY'S STILL REELING

The music consumer may be rocking, but the industry continues to fall off
the cliff. The RIAA 2003 Consumer Profile shows that rock & roll is still
the choice of music consumers, with 25.2% of the pie, almost double the
second-place finisher, Rap/Hip-Hop, with 13.3%.

ROCK 25.5
Rap/Hip Hop 13.3%
R&B 10.6
Country music 10.4%
Pop 8.9%
Religious 5.8%
Classical 3.1%
Jazz 2.9%
Soundtracks 1.4%
Oldies 1.3%
New Age .9 %
and Children.6%,

2004/04/21 Daily Double / Ep.Gold.Com

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MTV PLANNING MAJOR CONCERT THIS FALL IN MEMPHIS!!

MTV has said NO to the MTV Music Awards in Memphis, but they are planning to
do a HUGE concert to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Birth of Rock this
fall in Memphis at the new FedExForum sports arena here and it will feature
many of the big names in music today. They have not made this official but
it is a guarentee that it will happen, according to a local radio station.

2004/04/21 2nd To None - Lakeisha / Ep.Gold.Com

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The UK Commemorates JULY 5th 1954.

Elvisly Yours are organising the biggest Elvis Event in UK history when we
hope to have 50 Elvis Tribute Artists outdoors our shop on Baker Street on a
London double-decker open top bus singing, "That's All Right" at 5pm on July
5th 2004. This is the exact time (11am in Memphis) that TV and Radio
Stations all over the world will play "That's All Right" to commemorate the
50th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll. We want the streets to be filled with
Elvis fans and the ETA's celebrating the music of Elvis Presley. This is a
Golden Anniversary and the last major Elvis worldwide celebration and it is
FREE. The 25th Anniversary of Elvis' death was massive but this Elvis Event,
the 50th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll will be even bigger. Throughout the
World this historical event is known as an "Elvis Moment in Time" but we
want the UK celebration to be the biggest and best.

Be part of history, finish work earlier or take the day off, come straight
from school or college, catch a bus, boat, train or plane and share your
love for Elvis Presley on July 5th 2004. It is going to be a glorious,
historic musical celebration for Elvis and a day you will be able to tell
your grandchildren about. Although, our July 5th 2004 is in memory of that
earth-shattering day 50 years ago when Elvis recorded his first record at
"Sun Studios" the Event will probably turn into the world's greatest outside
Elvis Presley karaoke show. Also, importantly we will be using the occasion
to raise money for the 'Lynda Jackson Macmillan Centre' for Cancer Support.

Bring along all your family and friends and tell them to pass the word to
join in history being made for our man, Elvis, at 5pm on July 5th 2004 at
the Elvisly Yours Shop, 233 Baker Street, London NW1

2004/04/21 elvisly-yours.com / Ep.Gold.Com

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D. EDWARD STANLEY ANNOUNCES DEVELOPMENT OF FIRST FEATURE FILM AT AMERICAN
FILM MARKET.


DALLAS, TX-(FEBUARY 26, 2004) D. Edward Stanley, independent film producer
and president of Impello Films Inc., announced the development of his first
feature film "THE HEADHUNTER" at the American Film Market (AFM) held in
Santa Monica, California February 25 to March 3, 2004. Stanley, the film's
writer/producer, is drawing from the wealth of his own life experiences to
bring this powerful original story to the screen. Experiences which for
Stanley, began when he was four-years-old and suddenly found himself living
in the Graceland Mansion with new big brother Elvis Presley following the
1960 marriage of his mother Dee to Vernon Presley, Elvis's widowed father.

THE HEADHUNTER hits high gear with its portrayal of Stanley as a 16-year-old
high school student who just 24 hours later finds himself with the biggest
and hottest rock show of the 70's as a personal bodyguard to the King of
Rock and Roll. Growing up fast, Stanley quickly builds a repertoire of
skills from martial arts to guarding the secrets of his big brother. From
1972 to 1977 Elvis refuses to leave the house without Stanley. The