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Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 5
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 5 (of a 5 part series).
Turning 50, 'Elvis On Tour' remains a valuable document of the 1970s
'Elvis On Tour' shows Elvis Presley in the midst of the whirlwind touring that dominated his career in the 1970s. 'Elvis On Tour' directors and members of Elvis' backing band tell about the experience - with the film now reissued as an expanded edition in a Blu-ray/CD set.
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 4
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 4 (of a 5 part series).
Update on Elvis Sessions IV Book by Joseph Tunzi
Despite rumors to the contrary, the fourth volume of Joseph Tunzi's informative Elvis 'Sessions' series is still being published, and hopefully it will be this year. Daryl R. (who is helping Joe Tunzi with the release) posted this message: Recently, I received an email questioning whether Elvis Sessions IV by JAT Productions has been cancelled, abandoned, delayed, whatever you want to call it. The answer is a resounding no, the book has not been cancelled or abandoned. We have too much time, effort and financial resources tied up into the book for it to simply be cancelled or abandoned.
Released | From Elvis Presley Boulevard (Limited 2-LP Blue Vinyl Edition) from FTD
FTD Vinyl has released the special blue vinyl edition of From Elvis Presley Boulevard and our order is on the way to us. Each double album is individually numbered and features great outtakes and masters recorded in the legendary Jungle Room. Songs include Hurt, For The Heart, Love Coming Down, I'll Never Fall In Love Again and The Last Farewell. Available only while stock of 3500 lasts!
Released |Elvis: Let Me Be There 3 CD Set from FTD
FTD has released 'Elvis: Let Me Be There' and our order is on the way to us.. This first new release for 2023 is part of its ongoing live on tour series.
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 3
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 3 (of a 5 part series).
Elvis: Las Vegas Summer Festival 1972 4 CD Set from MRS
'Memphis Recording Service' (MRS) will release a 4 CD Deluxe titled 'Las Vegas Summer Festival 1972' on 28th April 2023. This 4 CD set contains a varied selection of live performances drawn from Elvis' seventh engagement in Las Vegas. The shows, recorded at the Hilton Hotel, took place during Elvis' summer festival in the month of August 1972. Bonus rehearsal tracks, recorded days before the engagement began, are also included. The accompanying 40-page booklet includes rare photographs, memorabilia and liner notes to set the scene.
Elvis Is Black! double CD + He Was The One 'Elvis Sings Aaron Schroeder' CD
Along with the vinyl record releases of Elvis Is Black! and Elvis Presley: He Was The One 'Elvis Sings Aaron Schroeder' the French VPI / LMLR record label will release deluxe CD versions of the same titles.
Las Vegas Hilton Presents Elvis - Opening Night 1972 LP Record Set from MRS
UK Memphis Recording Service have released its vinyl 180-gram LP version of 'Las Vegas Hilton Presents Elvis – Opening Night 1972' and this is now in stock at ElvisPresleyShop.com. 'Las Vegas Hilton Presents Elvis – Opening Night 1972' contains a thrilling new show - featuring a revised setlist - from Elvis' Opening Night at the Las Vegas Hilton on the 26 January 1972. The soundboard recording has been remastered and for the first time presented in true stereo. The accompanying booklet includes rare photographs and memorabilia along with introductory notes.
Elvis Is Black! 3 LP Vinyl Record Set | Record Store Day 2023
For Record Store Day 2023, from the French VPI / LMLR record label Elvis Is Black! 3 LP Vinyl Record Set (colored vinyl). This triple album contains no fewer than fifty-three titles. This set is a unique compilation that has never been produced before. It is exceptional as a tribute to all the fabulous songwriters who contributed to make the records of Elvis an incomparable body of work that is not only flamboyant, but eternal.
He Was The One 'Elvis Sings Aaron Schroeder' single LP | Record Store Day 2023
For Record Store Day 2023, from the French VPI / LMLR record label He Was The One 'Elvis Sings Aaron Schroeder' single LP (colored vinyl).
Burning Love: The RCA Rehearsals 2 Lp Vinyl Record Set
For Record Store Day 2023 from Sony Music Burning Love: The RCA Rehearsals 2 LP Vinyl Record Set. Burning Love: The RCA Rehearsals compiles the best of the recordings made during rehearsals for Elvis' April 1972 US tour, and the tracks are all taken from the new Elvis On Tour collection.
'And Then There Was Elvis | A Superfan's Adventures in the Elvis World' 400-page Hardcover Book
Erik Lorentzen's KJ Consulting will publish 'And Then There Was Elvis', a 400-page hardcover book containing the richly illustrated memoirs of superfan Virginia Coons in April or May.
William Schallert on working with Elvis Presley in 'Speedway'
William Schallert recalls working with Elvis Presley in 'Speedway' (1968).
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 2
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 2 (of a 5 part series).
I Am Tuesday Weld | Elvis Presley's co-star in 'Wild In The Country'
Susan Ker Weld was born on Friday, August 27th 1943 in New York City. When her father, Lathrop Motley Weld, died three years later at the age of 49, the cute little girl, whose name by then had somehow been transmogrified into 'Tuesday', took over the role of the family breadwinner: Tuesday became a successful child model, posing for advertisements and mail order catalogs. Her work and the burden of responsibility estranged her from her mother Aileen and her two elder siblings and catapulted the preteen girl into adulthood.
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 1
Elvis Presley co-star Interviews 1992 Part 1 (of a 5 part series).
Interview with George Klein
George Klein was one of Elvis' oldest friends, having first met him in high school way back in 1948. Over the years, he has championed Elvis' name and is still involved with the Elvis world. I spoke to George Klein from his home in Memphis.
Interview with Elvis Presley Fort Wayne, Indiana, March 30, 1957
Bob Chase WOWO Exclusive Interview with Elvis Presley Fort Wayne, Indiana, March 30, 1957.
Billy Joel, 'Elvis Presley Boulevard'
'Elvis Presley Boulevard' was the B-side to the single 'Allentown' released in 1982. It was a rare instance of a Billy Joel single being backed by a non-album track. The song is sort of lament about the hyper-commercialization of Elvis Presley after his death where they sell 'plastic souvenirs of Elvis on the cross'.
Interview With Elvis Presley | August 28, 1956
Interview With Elvis Presley. August 28, 1956. About the 'Criticism', About the Show, So I'm Never Nervous, Huh?, My Special Girl, What, No Singing Lessons?, The Green Scrapbook, My Greatest Ambition, My Sideburns, My True Religion, Have I Changed?, Who Am I Going to Act Like?, Do I Really Play the Guitar?, Do I Say All Those Things?, On Amusement Parks, Why Do I Sing Like I Do?, And Now, What Can I Say?, Fan Club Address Change.
Elvis: Let Me Be There 3 CD Set from FTD
FTD is pleased to announce as part of its ongoing live on tour series, FTD is pleased to announce the release of 'Elvis: Let Me Be There'. This first new releases for 2023 has an estimated release date of March 6. Released as a 3-CD 5" digi-pak, this set features three 1974 concerts recorded at The Hilton Hotel, Las Vegas on January 28, 29, February 1, 1974.
From Elvis Presley Boulevard (Limited 2-LP Blue Vinyl Edition) from FTD
FTD Vinyl is pleased to announce the release of a special blue vinyl edition of From Elvis Presley Boulevard. Each double album is individually numbered and features great outtakes and masters recorded in the legendary Jungle Room. Songs include Hurt, For The Heart, Love Coming Down, I'll Never Fall In Love Again and The Last Farewell. Available only while stock of 3500 lasts!
For Ol' Times Sake: An Interview With Norbert Putnam About Elvis
What do Tony Joe White, Jimmy Buffett, Joan Baez, Ray Charles, Henry Mancini, Dan Fogelberg, and Elvis Presley have in common with each other, other than all being consummate musicians? The answer is obviously the subject of this article, but how they are all connected to this man is a world of wonder for the historically-minded music aficionado, mainly me. When the opportunity arose to speak with Norbert Putnam, I jumped at the chance. Very rarely does a window like this open to discuss music with the masters, because honestly, interviews are proverbially pimped to scribes like us to promote newer, younger artists … those who have a tendency to brood professionally, emulate authenticity, and basically make an ass of themselves on a regular basis. Even with the parameters set to interview Putnam about the new Elvis Presley release (and having only 20 minutes to do so), I knew beforehand this conversation would take a left turn or two … I was going to make sure of it. How can I not bring up JJ Cale, Tony Joe White, or any other legend Putnam has worked with? How can we not discuss 'Polk Salad Annie' and 'After Midnight' in the same conversation as 'Promised Land'? To me, it's just impossible.
Just A Boy From Tupelo Bringing Elvis To The Big Screen
Warner Bros. Pictures' 30-minute special 'Just a Boy from Tupelo: Bringing Elvis to the Big Screen', which premiered on HBO Max on January 8th for Elvis Presley's birthday, will now be available to everyone on YouTube beginning today, February 2nd.
Released | Elvis On Tour 6 CD + 1 Blu-ray box set
RCA/Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, has released the Elvis On Tour box set, a newly-compiled 50th anniversary celebration of Elvis Presley's monumental 1972 concert trek (premiering unreleased live and studio material) - our order is on the way to us.
Elvis Movie Scores 8 Oscar Nominations
Just two days after Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin attended a memorial service for Lisa Marie Presley, their grief turned to celebrations when their 'ELVIS' movie was nominated for eight Oscars including best picture.
Lisa Marie Presley laid to rest at Graceland
Lisa Marie Presley has been laid to rest at Graceland after her death at age 54 on Jan. 12. The service for the late singer-songwriter began at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 22 on the front lawn of Graceland, the former home of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley. She is survived by her mother, Priscilla Presley, and three of her children: actor Riley Keough, 33, and twins Finley Aaron Love and Harper Vivienne Ann Lockwood, 14.Priscilla Presley, 77, spoke during her daughter's memorial, sharing a tribute she said that one of her granddaughters wrote.
Released | Las Vegas Hilton Presents Elvis - Opening Night 2 CD Set from MRS
UK Label 'Memphis Recording Service' (MRS) has released the Deluxe CD 'Las Vegas Hilton Presents Elvis - Opening Night 1972' and our order is on the way to us. 'Las Vegas Hilton Presents Elvis – Opening Night 1972' contains a thrilling new show - featuring a revised setlist - from Elvis' Opening Night at the Las Vegas Hilton on the 26 January 1972. The soundboard recording has been remastered and for the first time presented in true stereo. The accompanying booklet includes rare photographs and memorabilia along with introductory notes.
Elvis On Tour 6 CD + 1 Blu-ray box set | January Release
RCA/Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, will release the Elvis On Tour box set, a newly-compiled 50th anniversary celebration of Elvis Presley's monumental 1972 concert trek (premiering unreleased live and studio material), on January 27, 2022. Fans can get their first taste of Elvis On Tour when the previously unreleased 'Burning Love (Rehearsal 2),' recorded live at RCA Recording Studios in Hollywood in March 1972.
Lisa Marie Presley Memorial Service Information
Lisa Marie Presley's Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 22, at 9:00 am (Memphis time) on Graceland's Front Lawn. In addition to family and friends, the general public is invited to attend. Following the service, there will be a procession to view Lisa's final resting place in Meditation Garden. If you are unable to attend the service in Memphis, the ceremony will be available to watch online via Graceland's Livestream page.
Lisa Marie Presley's Sweetest Moments with Her Parents, Elvis and Priscilla
Lisa Marie Presley died on Jan. 12, 2023, at age 54. 'It is with a heavy heart that I must share the devastating news that my beautiful daughter Lisa Marie has left us', her mother Priscilla confirmed in a statement to PEOPLE. Take a look back at her sweetest moments with her mother Priscilla and her late father, Elvis.
Tributes to Lisa Marie Presley
Fans paid their respects at Graceland's gates on Friday, writing messages on the stone wall, leaving flowers and sharing memories of Elvis Presley's only child, who was one of the last remaining touchstones to the icon whose influence and significance still resonates more than 45 years after his own sudden death.
Lisa Marie Presley: How she turned personal tragedy into hope
Lisa Marie Presley, who has died at the age of 54, stepped out of her father's shadow with her music, but experienced 'more than anyone's fair share' of tragedy and heartbreak in her life. 'I've dealt with death, grief and loss since the age of nine years old', she wrote last August. She was just nine when her father Elvis Presley, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, died.
Lisa Marie Presley Has Died Following Cardiac Arrest
Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of American rock legend Elvis, has died aged 54. Her mother Priscilla confirmed her daughter's death in a statement to People magazine on Thursday evening (local time). 'It is with a heavy heart that I must share the devastating news that my beautiful daughter Lisa Marie has left us', she said. 'She was the most passionate strong and loving woman I have ever known. We ask for privacy as we try to deal with this profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers. At this time there will be no further comment'.
Lisa Marie Presley Hospitalized after Cardiac Arrest
Lisa Marie Presley has been hospitalized after experiencing a medical emergency. Presley was transferred to a local hospital Thursday after suffering cardiac arrest at her home in Calabasas, the L.A. County Fire Dept. confirmed to Rolling Stone. She reportedly had CPR performed on her by paramedics when they arrived on the scene, according to TMZ. She regained a pulse and was transported to receive further medical care.
Cissy Houston Remembers Elvis Presley
In 1963 Cissy Houston and three other singers formed a backup group that became known as the Sweet Inspirations and performed around the country with various headliners. It was during Cissy Houston's soprano obbligato on 'Are You Lonesome Tonight?' that Elvis started laughing at the mid night show on August 26, 1969.
Christmas With Elvis
Christmas was a special time for Elvis and every year he decorated Graceland, inside and out, with an impressive display of lights and decorations to celebrate the festive season. With his love of the season it seemed an obvious move for him to record a selection of Christmas songs for release on an album, or at least The Colonel and RCA thought so.
Elvis Presley, the Musician
What instruments did Elvis play? He played guitar, bass and piano, and often toyed with instruments like the drums, accordion and ukulele. While he couldn't read or write music and had no formal lessons, he was a natural musician and played everything by ear. He could often hear a song, pick up an instrument, and play. He often played an instrument in his recordings, and always produced his own music. Elvis was simply born to create music and he was always learning new ways to do it.
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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.
