Elvis Presley News | Information, Interviews, Articles, Reviews
'Elvis Presley News' for the latest Elvis Presley news, reviews, articles and interviews. Plus Elvis videos, Elvis photos and an Elvis SongDataBase (Lyrics and more). Everything Elvis from www.elvispresley.news
Scotty Moore | Meeting Elvis | The Sun Sessions | '68 Comeback Special
View three video interviews with Scotty Moore. Scotty talks about meeting Elvis, about The Sun Sessions, where Scotty says that it was Bill Black that came up with the flip side for what would be their first record. It was their rendition of the bluegrass standard 'Blue Moon of Kentucky', made famous by Bill Monroe and the Bluegrass Boys. And in a third interview Scotty talks about The 68 Comeback Special.
Marian J. Cocke Remembers Elvis Presley
In this article, published by NurseZone on July 8, 2002, Marian J. Cocke talks about Elvis Presley and the day made his way into her life.
MRS Camden CD Re-issues 1969 and 1970
The Memphis Recording Service announced the release of budget editions of their 'Las Vegas - August 1969' and 'Las Vegas - January Thru February 1970' albums on their Camden sub-label. These albums, housed in digi-sleeves, will be released in April 2025. Publicity for the August 1969 show stated: A captivating performance from Elvis' first Las Vegas International Hotel engagement from August 3, 1969. The digisleeve includes a bonus booklet.
Marian J. Cocke Died
Elvis' former nurse Marian Justice Cocke died. She was 98. Cocke was Elvis Presley's nurse from 1975 to 1977. She began taking care of Elvis in January 1975 while he was a patient at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis and continued to take care of him during later hospitalizations and at Graceland until the end in August 1977.
Mark James: Caught in a Trap: Suspicious Minds: Elvis' Last No. 1 Hit
Mark James: The next day I heard the track at the studio. At first, I thought it sounded too slow. But when I heard how it was embellished later, I was blown away. This is important to note as Chips has always stated he was disgusted (As you will read in the next paragraph) with what Felton Jarvis did, and we are referring to the fade out and back in at the end of the song, yet here is the songwriter giving his overwhelming blessing to the extra production. Elvis fans also approve it should be noted, when in 1987 RCA removed the ending for the release, 'The Memphis Record', fans cried out demanding it be restored.
Released | Elvis June '75 4CD Soundboard Concert Set from FTD
As part of its ongoing live soundboard on tour CD series, FTD has released Elvis: June '75. Released as a 4-CD 5" digipak this set features 4 great show from Mobile, Alabama: June 2 (afternoon show), Houston, Texas June 5 (evening show, Shreveport, Louisiana June 7 (afternoon show) and Jackson, Mississippi June 8 (afternoon show). Recorded in mono.
Annett Wolf, co-producer of Elvis In Concert 1977 has died
Danish director, writer producer, interviewer for TV documentaries, feature films and stage plays, Annett Wolf died. She was 88. R.I.P. In 1977, director Dwight Hemion and producer Gary Smith were commissioned by the CBS television network to produce a one-hour special, 'Elvis in Concert'. The show became Elvis Presley's final tour. Wolf was hired to cover all the behind the scenes activities and to interview Elvis's fans. One of the most haunting moments she captures is Elvis Presley, just before going on stage, bowing his head in prayer. During the tour it becomes clear that Presley's physical condition is deteriorating. Out of respect Annett decides to cancel her scheduled interview with the King.
James Brown and Elvis Presley
James Brown and Elvis Presley were good friends and admired each others talents. James Brown said of Elvis: 'I wasn't just a fan, I was his brother. He said I was good and I said he was good; we never argued about that. Elvis was a hard worker, dedicated, and God loved him ... I love him and hope to see him in heaven. There'll never be another like that soul brother'. James did get to spend quite a bit of time at Graceland
Elvis: Clambake Behind The Scenes 400 page/700 pictures Hardcover Book with 2 LP Set & Bonus 45rpm from Erik Lorentzen
Elvis: Clambake Behind The Scenes 400 page/700 pictures Hardcover Book with 2 LP Set & Bonus 45rpm from Erik Lorentzen.
Elvis Presley - Elvis 1960 : Everybody's Got the Fever RSD 2025
Elvis Presley, hailed by Bernstein as 'the greatest cultural force of the 20th century', could sing anything. This unique triple album features 54 tracks, mostly alternate takes, showcasing his versatility and revolutionary impact on music and society in an unprecedented collection. Triple album 1 red, 1 yellow and 1 red and yellow with cloud effect, limited edition of 2,500 copies.
Elvis Presley - Sings Sid Tepper & Roy C. Bennett - Just for Old Time Sake - RSD 2025
Just For Old Time Sake vinyl LP record and CD releases highlight Elvis Presley's collaboration with songwriters Sid Tepper & Roy C. Bennett. This unique collection features alternate takes from 1957-1962, showcasing the influence of Elvis' films and the lasting significance of these songs in his musical and cinematic legacy. Vinyl, half blue and half red, limited edition of 2,500. copies.
Elvis Live At The Houston Astrodome 1974 STEREO CD & Vinyl Sets from MRS
'Memphis Recording Service' (MRS) will release a CD Deluxe and an 180 gram LP titled 'Live At The Houston Astrodome 1974' in April 2025. Near the start of his extensive tour on 3rd March 1974, Elvis made a major appearance at one of the country's biggest venues, The Astrodome in Houston Texas, entertaining well in excess of 88,000 fans that day. The CD contains Elvis' performance from the occasion and for the first time ever, this recording is presented in stereo. The booklet includes rare photographs and memorabilia from the event which set the scene for this historic performance.
Elvis Presley 'Introduced' Me To Johnny Cash
Following is an essay written by June Carter Cash telling of how she came to meet Johnny Cash. The story is largely about June and Johnny Cash but contains a very interesting story of how Elvis 'introduced' June to Johnny Cash. We hope you enjoy the story. He was stooped down on one knee and grasping a guitar trying to tune it to somewhere near the correct pitch to make a correct cord ring .... Who is Johnny Cash I asked Elvis Presley ....
Johnny Cash Remembers Elvis Presley
There were a lot of white people listening to 'race music' behind closed doors. Of course, some of them (some of us) were quite open about it, most famously Elvis Presley.
Elvis June '75 4CD Soundboard Concert Set from FTD
As part of its ongoing live soundboard on tour CD series, FTD is pleased to announce the release of Elvis: June '75. Released as a 4-CD 5" digipak this set features 4 great show from Mobile, Alabama: June 2 (afternoon show), Houston, Texas June 5 (evening show, Shreveport, Louisiana June 7 (afternoon show) and Jackson, Mississippi June 8 (afternoon show). Recorded in mono.
Animal Instinct: Elvis Presley's Pets
In 'Tiger Man', Elvis Presley sings that he's the 'king of the jungle' - and that's a pretty accurate description of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Elvis loved animals of all kinds. He had many pets during his lifetime - so many, in fact, that it would be a pretty difficult to name them all.
Released | Elvis On Tour 1974: California 3CD Deluxe & Live In Los Angeles 1974 2LP
Memphis Recording Service (MRS) has released the 3CD Deluxe 'On Tour 1974: California' & 2LP 180-gram vinyl titled 'Live In Los Angeles 1974. The 3CD set 'On Tour 1974: California' contains a range live performances from Elvis' five-day tour of California in May 1974, during which he performed in front of 60,000 fans, including an attendance by the legendary British rock band, Led Zeppelin, whom he met afterwards. Bonus Tracks included with 'Home Recordings'. For the first time ever, the material from these shows is presented in stereo. The accompanying booklet includes general background notes as well as presenting rare photographs and memorabilia dating from this short tour. The vinyl 'Live In Los Angeles 1974' Limited Edition sets are available in both Black and Clear vinyl.
The aftershocks of King Creole by Paul Simpson
In the second of two articles, Paul Simpson traces the impact of 'King Creole's comparative commercial failure on Hal Wallis, Elvis Presley and the King's movies.
Kurt Russell and Elvis Presley
Kurt Russell began his film career at the age of 10 in an uncredited part as in Elvis Presley's It Happened At The World's Fair. A favorite scene in the movie is when a ten-year-old Kurt Russell is paid by Elvis' character to kick him in the shins. Little did anyone dream that years later the same Kurt Russell would play Elvis in the made for TV move 'Elvis' and receive an Outstanding Lead Actor Emmy nomination for his portrayal.
Jan Shepard Dies: 'King Creole' Actress Was 96
Jan Shepard, who acted opposite Elvis Presley in 1958's King Creole and 1966's Paradise, Hawaiian Style, and appeared in more than 30 TV Westerns, died Jan. 17 at a hospital in Burbank, Calif. of pneumonia brought on by respiratory failure. She was 96.
Baz Luhrmann: Unseen Elvis footage documentary film
Baz Luhrmann is using the voracious amount of research he put into the 2022 'ELVIS' film he co-wrote into a second feature film, this one closer to documentary than narrative feature. He shared an advance look at a teaser trailer on where he's going. Luhrmann posted a new video on Instagram: 'I'm really thrilled that I am finally able to announce that we have all been working hard and collaborating on unearthing and showcasing a treasure trove of unseen footage, sound and other materials to create something special for the big (and small) screen TCB!'
Carl Perkins | Blue Suede Shoes and Elvis Presley
Carl Perkins was born in Tennessee on April 9, 1932. He kicked off his musical career in the mid 1940s, performing at local dances with his brothers Jay and Clayton as the 'Perkins Brothers Band'.
Interview with Norm Crosby
I met Elvis first in Las Vegas. I think I was appearing with Tom Jones and he came backstage to say hello to Tom or we went to his dressing room to say hello. And then I was working at Harrah's up in Lake Tahoe and Elvis I believe was at the Sahara across the street. And we renewed our friendship. You know, we used to go over after the show and in the evening and hang out a little bit and got to chat with him in his suite and all the guys would go up for get together. And just he was a delightful person.
Hal Wallis and Elvis Presley
Hal B. Wallis, C.B.E., was born, Harold Brent Wallis on 14 September 1899 in Chicago. He died on October 5, 1986. He was an Academy Award-winning American motion picture producer. His family moved to Los Angeles, California, in 1922 where he found work as part of the publicity department at Warner Bros. in 1923. Hal Wallis received sixteen Academy Award nominations for Best Picture, winning for Casablanca in 1943. For his consistently high quality of motion picture production, he was twice honored with the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award. He was also nominated for seven Golden Globe awards. He won two Golden Globe awards awards for Best Picture. In 1975, he received the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter died, he was 100
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter died, he was 100. Elvis Presley met then-Governor Carter and Rosalynn Carter backstage at a concert at the Omni Hotel in Atlanta on June 30, 1973, before his evening show.
Elvis Presley's Stutz Blackhawk's
Among many of Elvis Presley's prized cars was his Stutz Blackhawk's. Elvis was the first in America to own a Stutz, and probably his favouite car of the '70s was his 1973 Stutz Blackhawk III.
Christmas With Elvis
The arrival of winter at Graceland was always a special time of year for Elvis. It meant the holiday season was fast approaching and the anticipation of all the fun things the season would bring, including decorating for Christmas, opening Christmas presents with friends and family, the annual New Year's Eve party, Elvis' birthday, building snowmen in the front yard of Graceland and more.
Elvis On Tour 1974: California 3CD Deluxe & Live In Los Angeles 1974 2LP Vinyl
Memphis Recording Service (MRS) will release a 3CD Deluxe 'On Tour 1974: California' & 2LP 180-gram vinyl titled 'Live In Los Angeles 1974' in February 2025. The 3CD set 'On Tour 1974: California' contains a range live performances from Elvis' five-day tour of California in May 1974, during which he performed in front of 60,000 fans, including an attendance by the legendary British rock band, Led Zeppelin, whom he met afterwards. Bonus Tracks included with 'Home Recordings'. For the first time ever, the material from these shows is presented in stereo. The accompanying booklet includes general background notes as well as presenting rare photographs and memorabilia dating from this short tour. The 2LP version 'Live In Los Angeles 1974' Limited Edition sets and will be available in both Black and Clear vinyl. The clear vinyl is ONLY available from exclusive Elvis dealers.
Annette Day | Elvis Presley's Co-Star in Double Trouble
One of the youngest actresses to ever costar with Elvis, English ingenue Annette Day was just 18 years old when she acted in Double Trouble. Day was discovered in typical Hollywood fashion. Producer Judd Bernard was shopping in an antique store on London's famed Portobello Road when he caught a glimpse of the red-haired teenager. The shop belonged to Day's mother, and Day was working behind the counter that day. Months later, when Bernard was casting for the film, he remembered the perky girl and called on her to ask the fateful question, 'Do you want to be an actress?'.
Beyond The Reef | The Elvis Presley Hawaii Connection
Much has been written about the various musical styles that influenced Elvis: Country, bluegrass, blues, gospel, pop and rhythm & blues. However, one very distinct style has always been omitted from this list: Hawaiian music. From the early 20th century Hawaiian music or Hawaiian-inspired music was present in the U.S. both as an influence on various forms of popular music as well an artistic and commercial force of its own.
Minnie Mae Presley | Elvis' paternal grandmother
Minnie Mae Presley was Elvis Presley's paternal grandmother, whom he affectionately called 'Dodger'. Elvis was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, in Lee County. His family tree traces both east and west of the All America City. His parents came from the the two counties that surround Lee County: His mother's family is from Pontotoc County, which is to the west of Lee County, and his father's family is from Itawamba County, which to to the east.
Released | Elvis: 'California Holiday' Aka 'Spinout' 2-LP Vinyl Record Limited Edition
FTD Vinyl has released the new special edition of Elvis' 1966 soundtrack 'California Holiday' Aka 'Spinout' as a 2-LP Vinyl record Limited Edition. In October 1966, an MGM UK representative announced that California Holiday would have its world premiere in London, and that the original US title, Spinout, was changed because it was felt that would have more appeal to British and overseas audiences. Spinout was only used in the US and Canada. This unique FTD limited edition is based on the original UK release and features the red dot RCA Victor label. The double album includes the original soundtrack masters, studio outtakes and bonus tracks.
Released | Elvis: The Making Of King Creole Hardcover Book, 2CDs, Vinyl in Slipcase
Follow That Dream (FTD) has released Elvis: The Making Of King Creole FTD Book in Slipcase, a brand new hardback coffee style deluxe book that contains 380-pages with many newly discovered photographs, details on deleted scenes, pages from the script, the shooting schedule, memos, contracts, as well as memories from the cast and crew.
Released | Elvis: The Last Tours Vol: 2 | 3 CD Set from FTD
As part of its ongoing live on tour series, FTD has released 'Elvis: The Last Tours Vol: 2'. Released as a 3-CD 5" digipak, this set features great shows from March 1977. The concerts were not recorded in their entirety. but all songs recorded by the engineer are included. Recorded in mono.
Released | Elvis: The Girl Happy Sessions 3 CD Set from FTD
As part of its successful 'Sessions' series, FTD has released 'The Girl Happy Sessions'. Mixed by Vic Anesini and mastered by Jan Eliasson, It contains all the masters and available outtakes. Highlights include unedited masters and the rare vocal re-record of 'I Feel That I've Known You Forever' especially made for the motion picture Tickle Me.
Elvis Presley Rocks 'n Rolls Tacoma Teenagers into Frenzy at Bowl
Elvis Presley sang to a crowd of 5,000 in Lincoln Bowl yesterday afternoon. A smile played on the full lips of the husky, loose-jointed young man in the gold jacket. His black shirt was unbuttoned to his breastbone. He wiggled his hips in tight fitting black pants and several thousand girls gasped and screamed in unison. He spread his arms and they shrieked again. 'I'll take care of you in a minute,' Elvis Presley said husky-voiced to the loudest of his fans. And 6,000 people in Lincoln Bowl yesterday erupted in shouts, screams and hand-clapping.
Released | Elvis Portraits The Fabulous 50's Hardcover Book from Erik Lorentzen
Elvis Portraits The Fabulous 50's Hardcover Book from Erik Lorentzen has been released. Elvis Portraits The Fabulous 50s, as the title suggests, provides a hardcover photo book with 400 pages printed on glossy paper with the best and most intimate & beautiful moments from Elvis in the fifties. As a fan of this period, I can say with great confidence that the selected photos are extremely beautiful and very well-picked. As you expect from TEF / KJ Consulting you will find many unseen images of Presley at his best.
Norbert Putnam Reflects On The King
Elvis Presley strolled into RCA Studio B in Nashville on the evening of June 4, 1970, his attire accentuated by a black cape and matching cane. 'I was wondering', he said to his musicians, a smile creasing his lips', if you folks would like to make some phonograph records tonight?' The room erupted in cheers.
Elvis Presley Biography | A Comprehensive history of Elvis Presley's dynamic life
In this comprehensive Elvis Presley biography, you will find a complete history of Elvis' dynamic life story from his humble beginnings through his rise to stardom. It is a fascinating journey which has earned Elvis Presley his still undefeated title of the "King of Rock 'N Roll".
Interview with legendary guitarist, Reggie Young
One of the most recorded guitar players of all time, Reggie Young has played on hundreds of hit songs in multiple genres. His career spans over 50 years and between the years 1967 thru 1971 alone his guitar was on 120 Top 40 pop and R&B hits. He's recorded with Elvis and opened for The Beatles along with playing guitar on several hundred different artists recordings, playing rockabilly, R&B, rock, pop, country and jazz with some of the greatest of all time: ... Do you have a special memory with Elvis? Well, it's all a special moment. But especially American, the one on one, when we were just sittin' around talking and you know, after the fact I look back and say, man I was just sittin' around talking to Elvis.
next page >>
Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley DVD
Never before have we seen an Elvis Presley concert from the 1950's with sound. Until Now! The DVD Contains recently discovered unreleased film of Elvis performing 6 songs, including Heartbreak Hotel and Don't Be Cruel, live in Tupelo Mississippi 1956. Included we see a live performance of the elusive Long Tall Sally seen here for the first time ever. + Plus Bonus DVD Audio.
This is an excellent release no fan should be without it.
The 'parade' footage is good to see as it puts you in the right context with color and b&w footage. The interviews of Elvis' Parents are well worth hearing too. The afternoon show footage is wonderful and electrifying : Here is Elvis in his prime rocking and rolling in front of 11.000 people. Highly recommended.
Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley DVD Video with Sound.
