August 02nd
PHOTO OF THE WEEK - The new photo of the week is now online for your to look
at and enjoy. This week we have a colour photo of Elvis from 1956 sporting his natural hair
colour. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past gems here.
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August 02nd
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 01st
DID TECHNICAL PROBLEMS HIT ON TOUR? - With all the conflicting reports from
the One Night Only screening of the new remastered version of 'Elvis On Tour' there had to be
an explanation...And now it seems there is?
Brian Quinn contacted me to say that some cinema's have the capability to digitally download
the new version, while others were sent some old print with the new opening added on. Here
is an email from one fan..."From what a theater manager told me this broadcast was on their
one screen that could show this. I'm not a high tech guy (and neither was he) but the theater
apparently had to have certain signal receiving equipment to get the broadcast. The theater
got this signal before the broadcast and somehow recorded/downloaded it (maybe a disc is
made afterward?) for the 7pm viewing. I gather many theaters are not set up for broadcasts
such as this."
So there we have it, at last an answer to the huge variations of opinions from fans across
America. Of course the next question is if a cinema did not have the capability to download
the new version, why did they advertise it as such?
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August 01st
OPINIONS DIFFER WITH 'ELVIS ON TOUR' - As you may have read here on E.E.R
we have two first hand reports from our listeners from 2 different parts of America. One from
Illinois and the other from New York City and both have reported on how poor the whole set
up for the film was. But if you read comments of the "official" website, there is no such bad
reports to be seen. Remember, one of our listeners reported, "The movie came on with low
sound and a VHS quality print. You could hardly hear Elvis in the backstage or off stage
segments". And, "Elvis' powder blue suit looked Green in most scenes and his gospel
section Yellowish/gold scarf appeared Pink. To sum it up in a nutshell it would have looked
and sounded better on your own TV at home".
But on the EPE site we are informed that "I just got back from watching it. All I can say is OMG,
it was amazing the sound the quality it was awesome."... Talk about a vast difference and I
cannot help but wonder if some theatres were sent the wrong print? Anyway, if you missed
this one night only event and you are in Memphis for Elvis Week, you can see it on August 14
at 8:00 p.m at The Orpheum Theater. EPE are asking for fans to dress in 1970s style outfits,
sounds like it could be a horrible jumpsuit fest to me. Plus EPE are promising
"never-before-seen footage and lots of surprises"? Let's see if they deliver the promise for
this one?
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 01st
TTWII @ 40 - Already on E.E.R we are commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the M.G.M
film, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is' with a continuing series of specials on the TCB Show every
Wednesday. Here I have added a series of great pictures from the movie of Elvis in rehearsal
and live on stage. See the TTWII images here.
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August 01st
ANOTHER BAD REVIEW FOR ON TOUR EVENT - Here we have another scathing
review of the 'One Night Only' screening of 'Elvis On Tour'. They promised the fans a newly
remastered version of the movie with great picture quality and superior sound plus never
before seen footage? In this, the second report from a second venue (this time New York) we
hear how not only was the picture and sound worse than most VHS tapes but it was in fact
ELVIN On Tour that was showing? Read it all
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 01st
JERRY SCHILLING TALKS - In this interview, Jerry Schilling talks about his life with Elvis
and his memories of working on 'Elvis On Tour' which is soon to be released for the first time
on DVD and Blu-Ray. Read the entire interview here.
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Back to July 2010
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK - The new photo of the week is now online for your to look
at and enjoy. This week we have a colour photo of Elvis from 1956 sporting his natural hair
colour. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past gems here.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 01st
DID TECHNICAL PROBLEMS HIT ON TOUR? - With all the conflicting reports from
the One Night Only screening of the new remastered version of 'Elvis On Tour' there had to be
an explanation...And now it seems there is?
Brian Quinn contacted me to say that some cinema's have the capability to digitally download
the new version, while others were sent some old print with the new opening added on. Here
is an email from one fan..."From what a theater manager told me this broadcast was on their
one screen that could show this. I'm not a high tech guy (and neither was he) but the theater
apparently had to have certain signal receiving equipment to get the broadcast. The theater
got this signal before the broadcast and somehow recorded/downloaded it (maybe a disc is
made afterward?) for the 7pm viewing. I gather many theaters are not set up for broadcasts
such as this."
So there we have it, at last an answer to the huge variations of opinions from fans across
America. Of course the next question is if a cinema did not have the capability to download
the new version, why did they advertise it as such?
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 01st
OPINIONS DIFFER WITH 'ELVIS ON TOUR' - As you may have read here on E.E.R
we have two first hand reports from our listeners from 2 different parts of America. One from
Illinois and the other from New York City and both have reported on how poor the whole set
up for the film was. But if you read comments of the "official" website, there is no such bad
reports to be seen. Remember, one of our listeners reported, "The movie came on with low
sound and a VHS quality print. You could hardly hear Elvis in the backstage or off stage
segments". And, "Elvis' powder blue suit looked Green in most scenes and his gospel
section Yellowish/gold scarf appeared Pink. To sum it up in a nutshell it would have looked
and sounded better on your own TV at home".
But on the EPE site we are informed that "I just got back from watching it. All I can say is OMG,
it was amazing the sound the quality it was awesome."... Talk about a vast difference and I
cannot help but wonder if some theatres were sent the wrong print? Anyway, if you missed
this one night only event and you are in Memphis for Elvis Week, you can see it on August 14
at 8:00 p.m at The Orpheum Theater. EPE are asking for fans to dress in 1970s style outfits,
sounds like it could be a horrible jumpsuit fest to me. Plus EPE are promising
"never-before-seen footage and lots of surprises"? Let's see if they deliver the promise for
this one?
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 01st
TTWII @ 40 - Already on E.E.R we are commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the M.G.M
film, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is' with a continuing series of specials on the TCB Show every
Wednesday. Here I have added a series of great pictures from the movie of Elvis in rehearsal
and live on stage. See the TTWII images here.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 01st
ANOTHER BAD REVIEW FOR ON TOUR EVENT - Here we have another scathing
review of the 'One Night Only' screening of 'Elvis On Tour'. They promised the fans a newly
remastered version of the movie with great picture quality and superior sound plus never
before seen footage? In this, the second report from a second venue (this time New York) we
hear how not only was the picture and sound worse than most VHS tapes but it was in fact
ELVIN On Tour that was showing? Read it all
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 01st
JERRY SCHILLING TALKS - In this interview, Jerry Schilling talks about his life with Elvis
and his memories of working on 'Elvis On Tour' which is soon to be released for the first time
on DVD and Blu-Ray. Read the entire interview here.
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Back to July 2010
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| COMING SOON |
August 02nd
NEW ELVIS SINGLE - E.E.R premiered this new single on the
Elvis Request Show a few weeks ago.
'You Give Me Fever' is produced and co-written by Agostino Carollo
Spankox, who in 2008 also produced the third official Presley’s
remix released by Sony Music, Baby Let’s Play House.
Elvis Presley’s 'You Give Me Fever' is scheduled to be released on
Aug. 4, 2010 as exclusive digital download from the Apple iTunes
Store and on CD single on Aug.16, 2010.
The CD edition of the single (available as deluxe digipack edition)
will include three versions of the song: a radio edit, an extended
mix and a ringtone version.
After it's first airing on E.E.R, the rap/remix was greeted with poor
reviews and even had some fans asking for it to "Never be played
again", and since then E.E.R has not received a single request for
the song.
NEW ELVIS SINGLE - E.E.R premiered this new single on the
Elvis Request Show a few weeks ago.
'You Give Me Fever' is produced and co-written by Agostino Carollo
Spankox, who in 2008 also produced the third official Presley’s
remix released by Sony Music, Baby Let’s Play House.
Elvis Presley’s 'You Give Me Fever' is scheduled to be released on
Aug. 4, 2010 as exclusive digital download from the Apple iTunes
Store and on CD single on Aug.16, 2010.
The CD edition of the single (available as deluxe digipack edition)
will include three versions of the song: a radio edit, an extended
mix and a ringtone version.
After it's first airing on E.E.R, the rap/remix was greeted with poor
reviews and even had some fans asking for it to "Never be played
again", and since then E.E.R has not received a single request for
the song.
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This is the definitive collection: all 711 master recordings as released during Elvis’ lifetime,
mastered from the original analog master tapes where available. Each recording has been
carefully restored to achieve the best sound reproduction ever without compromising the
audio quality of the original master.
The collection also contains 103 additional rare recordings and a 240-page hardbound book
featuring an annotated discography, original album artwork, rare and classic photos, a
complete song index and an essay by Peter Guralnick. Housed in a beautiful, limited edition
display case. Visit www.completeelvis.com
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mastered from the original analog master tapes where available. Each recording has been
carefully restored to achieve the best sound reproduction ever without compromising the
audio quality of the original master.
The collection also contains 103 additional rare recordings and a 240-page hardbound book
featuring an annotated discography, original album artwork, rare and classic photos, a
complete song index and an essay by Peter Guralnick. Housed in a beautiful, limited edition
display case. Visit www.completeelvis.com
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August 05th
ELVIS NEEDS YOU ON CNN - CNN's new arts and culture show "icon," has short-listed
20 globally renowned musicians from the past 50 years. Among them is Elvis & he needs
your vote to get him to the top spot. CNN will reveal the top five in their "icon's" interactive
gallery at cnn.com/icon when there music show airs on August 25th. Vote Here
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 04th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part four in our celebrations of the 40th Anniversary of the
M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is' with rehearsals from July 29th 1970.
The show is available to download for one week and to download this show simply click on
the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
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August 03rd
MISSING SONGS NOT MISSING - As reported earlier, Elvis Matters made a note that
'Lets Forget About The Stars' was missing from the 'Complete Elvis Presley Masters' set. And
upon looking through myself, I found 'Big Boots' was also missing. I hoped that this was just
an oversight and now it seems that indeed was.
Brian Quinn writes to confirm that "The set is advertised as containing 814 tracks, including
711 lifetime masters and 103 best of the outtakes, etc. Only, 812 are listed on the website so
who ever created the list accidentally omitted these two tracks."
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 03rd
£630 SET NOT COMPLETE? - Elvis Matters report that the newly announced collectors
set 'The Complete Elvis Presley Masters' with an massive price of almost £630 is missing a
song? They point out that the master of 'Lets Forget About The Stars' is NOT included on the
collection.
Actually, there are TWO songs missing from the track listing. 'Lets Forget About The Stars' on
CD 16 next to the song 'Charro' and 'Big Boots' which should be on CD 5 with the other 'G.I.
Blues' recordings. Hopefully this is simply a typo on the site otherwise this will be a very
expensive screw up.
EM also report that missing from the collection is the entire 'Elvis In Concert' album released
in 1977 and also the 'Live On Stage In Memphis' album is only the original album track listing
and does not include the extra songs which were released on the FTD release of the album.
The reason EIC is not included on the set and the Memphis concert is only the original album
is because this collection is only supposed to have all the studio and live masters released
by RCA during Elvis' lifetime? But saying this, the set does include 'Blue Hawaii', 'Ku-U-I-Po'
'No More', 'Hawaiian Wedding Song' and 'Early Mornin' Rain', all recorded after the Aloha
show on January 14th 1973 which were not issued during Elvis' lifetime. And so this new
high priced Elvis collection seems to be somewhat inconsistent with what it is supposed to
be all about!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 03rd
ELVIS MERCHANDISE RAID IN L.A. - In a major sting operation in Los Angeles, Elvis
Presley Enterprises (EPE) has filed charges and is actively working with the Los Angeles
Sheriff's Department who have recently conducted raids and have uncovered a major bootleg
and fraudulent product operations of unauthorized Elvis Presley merchandise.
Further details cannot be released at this time due to the ongoing investigation, but EPE is
making it very clear that be it back room businesses, suburban garages, or via the Internet,
they will not tolerate the gross and illegal abuse of the name, image and likeness of Elvis
Presley.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
VIVA ELVIS THE ALBUM DELAY? - November will see two major album releases that
could impact on the sales of ''Viva Elvis - The Album', one being by 'Take That' and the other
by Michael Jackson. While it is highly unlikely that the Jackson Album will coincide with the
release of ''Viva Elvis' (both are Sony artists). If the Take That album is released at the same
time as ''Viva Elvis', then Sony may well change the release date from 8th November.
We can only hope that the Take That album is released later in November to give Elvis a
chance of another number album in the UK.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
THE ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - The week of Elvis on E.E.R starts with another hour
of Elvis loving. Lee sits in for Lana this week as he plays the songs you have requested to be
heard. To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
ELVIS' 75th BIRTHDAY COLLECTION - Being released is a box set of Elvis movies
which in this article are pointed out as being "the exact same discs that Fox and MGM have
released over years separately". While this collection is something for those fans who don't
yet own the 7 movies included, the writer points out that by not bothering to have any bonus
features means this is " just a slap-dash compilation of otherwise unrelated and previously
released DVDs, Fox probably felt it was not worth the effort. It’s not a very nice way to
celebrate a birthday in my book, especially Elvis’ birthday". Here! Here! Read the review
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
THE COMPLETE MASTERS - As reported last month, SONY Music will be releasing a
box set of the complete Elvis Masters for the first time in one huge collection.
Now the details are available and an official website has been set up. The limited edition set
of just 1000 copies will set you back a whopping £628.18 ($849.86) PLUS shipping.
To me, the set price is ridiculously high and will price out most of the hardcore Elvis fans who
would love to own this collection. Of course this is just the FIRST run and a cheaper, non
limited edition version will be released later in the year no doubt, but I have a feeling, even
that non limited edition version will be a very high asking price.
You can enlarge the image below by clicking on them. And below these is the opening text on
the official website and a link to the site which includes images of the set and a video.
ELVIS NEEDS YOU ON CNN - CNN's new arts and culture show "icon," has short-listed
20 globally renowned musicians from the past 50 years. Among them is Elvis & he needs
your vote to get him to the top spot. CNN will reveal the top five in their "icon's" interactive
gallery at cnn.com/icon when there music show airs on August 25th. Vote Here
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 04th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part four in our celebrations of the 40th Anniversary of the
M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is' with rehearsals from July 29th 1970.
The show is available to download for one week and to download this show simply click on
the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 03rd
MISSING SONGS NOT MISSING - As reported earlier, Elvis Matters made a note that
'Lets Forget About The Stars' was missing from the 'Complete Elvis Presley Masters' set. And
upon looking through myself, I found 'Big Boots' was also missing. I hoped that this was just
an oversight and now it seems that indeed was.
Brian Quinn writes to confirm that "The set is advertised as containing 814 tracks, including
711 lifetime masters and 103 best of the outtakes, etc. Only, 812 are listed on the website so
who ever created the list accidentally omitted these two tracks."
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 03rd
£630 SET NOT COMPLETE? - Elvis Matters report that the newly announced collectors
set 'The Complete Elvis Presley Masters' with an massive price of almost £630 is missing a
song? They point out that the master of 'Lets Forget About The Stars' is NOT included on the
collection.
Actually, there are TWO songs missing from the track listing. 'Lets Forget About The Stars' on
CD 16 next to the song 'Charro' and 'Big Boots' which should be on CD 5 with the other 'G.I.
Blues' recordings. Hopefully this is simply a typo on the site otherwise this will be a very
expensive screw up.
EM also report that missing from the collection is the entire 'Elvis In Concert' album released
in 1977 and also the 'Live On Stage In Memphis' album is only the original album track listing
and does not include the extra songs which were released on the FTD release of the album.
The reason EIC is not included on the set and the Memphis concert is only the original album
is because this collection is only supposed to have all the studio and live masters released
by RCA during Elvis' lifetime? But saying this, the set does include 'Blue Hawaii', 'Ku-U-I-Po'
'No More', 'Hawaiian Wedding Song' and 'Early Mornin' Rain', all recorded after the Aloha
show on January 14th 1973 which were not issued during Elvis' lifetime. And so this new
high priced Elvis collection seems to be somewhat inconsistent with what it is supposed to
be all about!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 03rd
ELVIS MERCHANDISE RAID IN L.A. - In a major sting operation in Los Angeles, Elvis
Presley Enterprises (EPE) has filed charges and is actively working with the Los Angeles
Sheriff's Department who have recently conducted raids and have uncovered a major bootleg
and fraudulent product operations of unauthorized Elvis Presley merchandise.
Further details cannot be released at this time due to the ongoing investigation, but EPE is
making it very clear that be it back room businesses, suburban garages, or via the Internet,
they will not tolerate the gross and illegal abuse of the name, image and likeness of Elvis
Presley.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
VIVA ELVIS THE ALBUM DELAY? - November will see two major album releases that
could impact on the sales of ''Viva Elvis - The Album', one being by 'Take That' and the other
by Michael Jackson. While it is highly unlikely that the Jackson Album will coincide with the
release of ''Viva Elvis' (both are Sony artists). If the Take That album is released at the same
time as ''Viva Elvis', then Sony may well change the release date from 8th November.
We can only hope that the Take That album is released later in November to give Elvis a
chance of another number album in the UK.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
THE ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - The week of Elvis on E.E.R starts with another hour
of Elvis loving. Lee sits in for Lana this week as he plays the songs you have requested to be
heard. To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
ELVIS' 75th BIRTHDAY COLLECTION - Being released is a box set of Elvis movies
which in this article are pointed out as being "the exact same discs that Fox and MGM have
released over years separately". While this collection is something for those fans who don't
yet own the 7 movies included, the writer points out that by not bothering to have any bonus
features means this is " just a slap-dash compilation of otherwise unrelated and previously
released DVDs, Fox probably felt it was not worth the effort. It’s not a very nice way to
celebrate a birthday in my book, especially Elvis’ birthday". Here! Here! Read the review
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 02nd
THE COMPLETE MASTERS - As reported last month, SONY Music will be releasing a
box set of the complete Elvis Masters for the first time in one huge collection.
Now the details are available and an official website has been set up. The limited edition set
of just 1000 copies will set you back a whopping £628.18 ($849.86) PLUS shipping.
To me, the set price is ridiculously high and will price out most of the hardcore Elvis fans who
would love to own this collection. Of course this is just the FIRST run and a cheaper, non
limited edition version will be released later in the year no doubt, but I have a feeling, even
that non limited edition version will be a very high asking price.
You can enlarge the image below by clicking on them. And below these is the opening text on
the official website and a link to the site which includes images of the set and a video.
August 05th
ELVIS IN NEW YORK - Here's something I thought
you might enjoy. Brian Quinn sent me this link to some
great footage of Elvis on stage at Madison Square Garden
in New York City, June 1972.
The cool looking footage also includes the Sweets doing
their thing in a warm up and Jackie Kahane, the not so
funny comedian getting heckled by the New York crowd.
Take a look at this historic 8 minute concert footage here
ELVIS IN NEW YORK - Here's something I thought
you might enjoy. Brian Quinn sent me this link to some
great footage of Elvis on stage at Madison Square Garden
in New York City, June 1972.
The cool looking footage also includes the Sweets doing
their thing in a warm up and Jackie Kahane, the not so
funny comedian getting heckled by the New York crowd.
Take a look at this historic 8 minute concert footage here
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 06th
ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#666] is now
available to download until 8am [UK Time] 13th August 2010
Join Lee for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as he plays all the songs you love to hear
from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis world.
Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To download
this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 06th
PRISCILLA AT LONDON TRIBUTE - Breaking News is that Priscilla will be the co-host
joining presenter Chris Evans at 'ELVIS FOREVER' the tribute concert being held at Hyde
Park in London by BBC Radio 2 on September 12th.
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August 06th
REPORTS FROM MEMPHIS - I hope to be bringing you regular reports from Memphis &
Elvis Week as Joe sends me updates and information of all the goings on in Elvisland! Stay
tuned right here on E.E.R Visit Walking In Memphis 2010
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 06th
ROYALTY VISIT THE KINGS PALACE - Prince Albert of Monaco, son of the late
actress Grace Kelly, and fiancé Charlene Wittstock are vacationing in the United States this
week and paid a visit to Elvis Presley’s Graceland mansion today.
During their tour, they also paid their respects to Presley at his grave located in Graceland’s
Meditation Garden. Prior to the tour of Graceland, the couple was treated to a traditional
Southern meal which included Bar-B-Q, as Memphis is known as the BBQ capital of the
world.
When asked about why Memphis and Graceland were selected as part of the itinerary for an
American vacation tour, Prince Albert of Monaco commented, “If you’re on a summer holiday,
you’ve got to come at this time of year. I’ve always wanted to come to Graceland. Charlene
and my friends wanted to be here today for this visit, Elvis touched our lives as well and the
lives of so many people. We wanted to pay our respects and see what this place was all
about.”
The Prince’s marriage to Wittstock next summer will be the first of a sitting prince since
Albert's father, Rainier III, married actress Grace Kelly in 1956. The prince and his princess-
to-be, an Olympic swimmer from South Africa, will wed in July of 2011 in a ceremony that will
reportedly take place inside the Prince's 235-room palace.
Following the tour of Graceland, Prince Albert of Monaco went on to praise Elvis for his
contributions to the entertainment industry and charitable causes, “He was an extraordinary
figure of his time and our time. His legacy was tremendous in terms of the music he created,
his films, and in terms of him as an entertainment personality. The generosity that he
showed toward others is simply remarkable and I think it’s these aspects of his character,
his persona, that make him such a special person.”
Over the years Graceland has played host to a variety of music and film celebrities along with
international newsmakers such as a sitting U. S. President, the Prime Minister of Japan, and
now a Prince along with his future Princess. See pictures here
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August 06th
CHICAGO SHOWS ON FTD - Two shows that Elvis performed in Chicago, Illinois will be
released on the FTD label says Ernst Jorgensen. Elvis Matters say Ernst confirmed that
shows from October 14th 1976 (8:30pm) & October 15th 1976 (8:30pm) which were at the
Chicago Stadium will be available in the fall.
Here is a description of the shows: "When Elvis stepped on stage Thursday night at the
Chicago Stadium, the audience was in for a pleasant surprise. In a phone conversation with
Red West, Elvis revealed that his painful colon condition had gone into remission. Thanks to
this fortuitous circumstance, Elvis looked better than he had for several years. He was
decked out in his Inca Gold Leaf suit, which had not been worn since 1974. And he gave a far
better show than he had on earlier dates that year. This time he interacted with his audience
a lot more, treating the proceedings with far less formality. The fans certainly enjoyed the
chance to see a little bit more of his personality.
15.10.76 (8:30pm) show:
01. Also Sprach Zarathustra 02. C. C. Rider 03. I Got A Woman/Amen 04. Love Me 05. If You
Love Me (Let Me Know) 06. You Gave Me A Mountain 07. Jailhouse Rock 08. All Shook Up 09.
(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear / Don't Be Cruel 10. And I Love You So 11. Fever 12. Polk Salad
Annie 13. Band Introductions 14. Early Mornin' Rain (John Wilkinson, with false start) 15.
What'd I Say (James Burton) 16. Johnny B. Goode (James Burton) 17. Drum Solo (Ronnie
Tutt) 18. Bass Solo #1 (Blues - Jerry Scheff) 19. Bass Solo #2 (Battle Of New Orleans - Jerry
Scheff, incomplete) 20. Piano Solo (Tony Brown) 21. Electric Piano Solo (David Briggs) 22.
Love Letters 23. School Day 24. Hurt 25. Hurt (full reprise) 26. Love Me Tender 27. Hound
Dog 28. Funny How Time Slips Away 29. Mystery Train / Tiger Man 30. Can't Help Falling In
Love 31. Closing Vamp
Elvis' Friday night show had actually been scheduled to be the tour opener, with the Thursday
night performance being added due to overwhelming demand. Wearing his Indian Feather
Suit, Elvis sounds more confident than he had the night before.
16.10.76 (8:30pm) show:
01. Also Sprach Zarathustra 02. C. C. Rider 03. I Got A Woman / Amen 04. Love Me 05. If You
Love Me (Let Me Know) 06. You Gave Me A Mountain 07. Help Me (with false start) 08.
Jailhouse Rock 09. All Shook Up10. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear/Don't Be Cruel 11. And I
Love You So 12. Steamroller Blues 13. Band Introductions 14. Early Mornin' Rain 15.What'd I
Say 16. Johnny B. Goode 17. Drum Solo (Ronnie Tutt) 18. Bass Solo (Blues - Jerry Scheff)
19. Piano Solo (Tony Brown) 20. Electric Piano Solo(David Briggs) 21. Love Letters
(incomplete) 22. School Day 23. Hurt (with reprise) 24. Hound Dog 25. It's Now Or Never 26.
Blue Christmas 27. Can't Help Falling In Love 28. Closing Vamp
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ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#666] is now
available to download until 8am [UK Time] 13th August 2010
Join Lee for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as he plays all the songs you love to hear
from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis world.
Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To download
this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 06th
PRISCILLA AT LONDON TRIBUTE - Breaking News is that Priscilla will be the co-host
joining presenter Chris Evans at 'ELVIS FOREVER' the tribute concert being held at Hyde
Park in London by BBC Radio 2 on September 12th.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 06th
REPORTS FROM MEMPHIS - I hope to be bringing you regular reports from Memphis &
Elvis Week as Joe sends me updates and information of all the goings on in Elvisland! Stay
tuned right here on E.E.R Visit Walking In Memphis 2010
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 06th
ROYALTY VISIT THE KINGS PALACE - Prince Albert of Monaco, son of the late
actress Grace Kelly, and fiancé Charlene Wittstock are vacationing in the United States this
week and paid a visit to Elvis Presley’s Graceland mansion today.
During their tour, they also paid their respects to Presley at his grave located in Graceland’s
Meditation Garden. Prior to the tour of Graceland, the couple was treated to a traditional
Southern meal which included Bar-B-Q, as Memphis is known as the BBQ capital of the
world.
When asked about why Memphis and Graceland were selected as part of the itinerary for an
American vacation tour, Prince Albert of Monaco commented, “If you’re on a summer holiday,
you’ve got to come at this time of year. I’ve always wanted to come to Graceland. Charlene
and my friends wanted to be here today for this visit, Elvis touched our lives as well and the
lives of so many people. We wanted to pay our respects and see what this place was all
about.”
The Prince’s marriage to Wittstock next summer will be the first of a sitting prince since
Albert's father, Rainier III, married actress Grace Kelly in 1956. The prince and his princess-
to-be, an Olympic swimmer from South Africa, will wed in July of 2011 in a ceremony that will
reportedly take place inside the Prince's 235-room palace.
Following the tour of Graceland, Prince Albert of Monaco went on to praise Elvis for his
contributions to the entertainment industry and charitable causes, “He was an extraordinary
figure of his time and our time. His legacy was tremendous in terms of the music he created,
his films, and in terms of him as an entertainment personality. The generosity that he
showed toward others is simply remarkable and I think it’s these aspects of his character,
his persona, that make him such a special person.”
Over the years Graceland has played host to a variety of music and film celebrities along with
international newsmakers such as a sitting U. S. President, the Prime Minister of Japan, and
now a Prince along with his future Princess. See pictures here
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August 06th
CHICAGO SHOWS ON FTD - Two shows that Elvis performed in Chicago, Illinois will be
released on the FTD label says Ernst Jorgensen. Elvis Matters say Ernst confirmed that
shows from October 14th 1976 (8:30pm) & October 15th 1976 (8:30pm) which were at the
Chicago Stadium will be available in the fall.
Here is a description of the shows: "When Elvis stepped on stage Thursday night at the
Chicago Stadium, the audience was in for a pleasant surprise. In a phone conversation with
Red West, Elvis revealed that his painful colon condition had gone into remission. Thanks to
this fortuitous circumstance, Elvis looked better than he had for several years. He was
decked out in his Inca Gold Leaf suit, which had not been worn since 1974. And he gave a far
better show than he had on earlier dates that year. This time he interacted with his audience
a lot more, treating the proceedings with far less formality. The fans certainly enjoyed the
chance to see a little bit more of his personality.
15.10.76 (8:30pm) show:
01. Also Sprach Zarathustra 02. C. C. Rider 03. I Got A Woman/Amen 04. Love Me 05. If You
Love Me (Let Me Know) 06. You Gave Me A Mountain 07. Jailhouse Rock 08. All Shook Up 09.
(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear / Don't Be Cruel 10. And I Love You So 11. Fever 12. Polk Salad
Annie 13. Band Introductions 14. Early Mornin' Rain (John Wilkinson, with false start) 15.
What'd I Say (James Burton) 16. Johnny B. Goode (James Burton) 17. Drum Solo (Ronnie
Tutt) 18. Bass Solo #1 (Blues - Jerry Scheff) 19. Bass Solo #2 (Battle Of New Orleans - Jerry
Scheff, incomplete) 20. Piano Solo (Tony Brown) 21. Electric Piano Solo (David Briggs) 22.
Love Letters 23. School Day 24. Hurt 25. Hurt (full reprise) 26. Love Me Tender 27. Hound
Dog 28. Funny How Time Slips Away 29. Mystery Train / Tiger Man 30. Can't Help Falling In
Love 31. Closing Vamp
Elvis' Friday night show had actually been scheduled to be the tour opener, with the Thursday
night performance being added due to overwhelming demand. Wearing his Indian Feather
Suit, Elvis sounds more confident than he had the night before.
16.10.76 (8:30pm) show:
01. Also Sprach Zarathustra 02. C. C. Rider 03. I Got A Woman / Amen 04. Love Me 05. If You
Love Me (Let Me Know) 06. You Gave Me A Mountain 07. Help Me (with false start) 08.
Jailhouse Rock 09. All Shook Up10. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear/Don't Be Cruel 11. And I
Love You So 12. Steamroller Blues 13. Band Introductions 14. Early Mornin' Rain 15.What'd I
Say 16. Johnny B. Goode 17. Drum Solo (Ronnie Tutt) 18. Bass Solo (Blues - Jerry Scheff)
19. Piano Solo (Tony Brown) 20. Electric Piano Solo(David Briggs) 21. Love Letters
(incomplete) 22. School Day 23. Hurt (with reprise) 24. Hound Dog 25. It's Now Or Never 26.
Blue Christmas 27. Can't Help Falling In Love 28. Closing Vamp
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August 07th
ELVIS FOREVER LINE UP - News just in is a line up
of "stars" who will be performing at the 'ELVIS FOREVER'
tribute concert at Hyde Park, London. I can only hope that
this is just a preliminary line up otherwise this really will
be a major disappointment with these B list or has been
music personalities.
The Elvis Forever Line Up:
Scouting For Girls, Imelda May, The Magnets, Craig David,
Fran Healey (from Travis), Tony Hadley, Marti Pellow,
Nell Bryden, Suzi Quatro, Rick Astley.
At least there should be a nice treat with Suzi Quatro and
her beautiful tribute, 'Singing With Angels'.
UPDATE - More names will be added to the line up nearer
to the show date and let's hope that more BIG names will
be on the show. We will see!
ELVIS FOREVER LINE UP - News just in is a line up
of "stars" who will be performing at the 'ELVIS FOREVER'
tribute concert at Hyde Park, London. I can only hope that
this is just a preliminary line up otherwise this really will
be a major disappointment with these B list or has been
music personalities.
The Elvis Forever Line Up:
Scouting For Girls, Imelda May, The Magnets, Craig David,
Fran Healey (from Travis), Tony Hadley, Marti Pellow,
Nell Bryden, Suzi Quatro, Rick Astley.
At least there should be a nice treat with Suzi Quatro and
her beautiful tribute, 'Singing With Angels'.
UPDATE - More names will be added to the line up nearer
to the show date and let's hope that more BIG names will
be on the show. We will see!
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August 09th
STORY OF MY HAPPINESS - Elvis gave school friend, Ed Leek his first ever record, the
demo recording of 'My Happiness / That's When Your Heartaches Begin' was thought lost
until the 1990's when Leek found it again. See Article (Thanks To Tony Stuchbury)
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August 09th
THE ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - The week of Elvis on E.E.R starts with another hour
of Elvis loving. Join Lana as she plays the songs you have requested to be heard.
To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
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August 09th
ELVIS ON TOUR DVD REVIEW - One of E.E.R's listeners has sent in their review of the
new DVD release of 'Elvis On Tour'. To read what they have to say, go here
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August 09th
SHERMAN ANDRUS QUITS THE IMPERIALS - Elvis Matters reports that Imperials
member Sherman Andrus is leaving the gospel group. Sherman announced that he would
leave the group by the end of this year to enjoy his retirement, but decided to change his plan
and leave the group at this moment. The busy schedule that Elvis' Imperials are still working
on, was to hard for his health. Sherman wants to spend as mush time as possible with his
family and will work on some local solo projects.
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August 09th
NEW WEEK, NEW ELVIS PHOTO - The new photo of the week is now online for your to
look at and enjoy. This week it's a great photo of Elvis in full hug mode whilst having a big
kiss planted on his cheek. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past
gems here.
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August 09th
VEGAS ELVIS MUSEUM CLOSES - The King's Ransom - an Elvis Presley Museum in
Las Vegas filled with Elvis Presley memories has closed down without any announcement in
the press or to Elvis fan groups. The museum which was located at the Imperial Palace,
opened it's doors in the Fall of 2009 and charged money for Elvis fans to see a collection of
Elvis owned and Elvis related items. Apparently, the museum didn't do as good as expected
and the plug was pulled less than a year after the star studded opening.
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August 09th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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STORY OF MY HAPPINESS - Elvis gave school friend, Ed Leek his first ever record, the
demo recording of 'My Happiness / That's When Your Heartaches Begin' was thought lost
until the 1990's when Leek found it again. See Article (Thanks To Tony Stuchbury)
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August 09th
THE ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - The week of Elvis on E.E.R starts with another hour
of Elvis loving. Join Lana as she plays the songs you have requested to be heard.
To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
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August 09th
ELVIS ON TOUR DVD REVIEW - One of E.E.R's listeners has sent in their review of the
new DVD release of 'Elvis On Tour'. To read what they have to say, go here
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August 09th
SHERMAN ANDRUS QUITS THE IMPERIALS - Elvis Matters reports that Imperials
member Sherman Andrus is leaving the gospel group. Sherman announced that he would
leave the group by the end of this year to enjoy his retirement, but decided to change his plan
and leave the group at this moment. The busy schedule that Elvis' Imperials are still working
on, was to hard for his health. Sherman wants to spend as mush time as possible with his
family and will work on some local solo projects.
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August 09th
NEW WEEK, NEW ELVIS PHOTO - The new photo of the week is now online for your to
look at and enjoy. This week it's a great photo of Elvis in full hug mode whilst having a big
kiss planted on his cheek. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past
gems here.
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August 09th
VEGAS ELVIS MUSEUM CLOSES - The King's Ransom - an Elvis Presley Museum in
Las Vegas filled with Elvis Presley memories has closed down without any announcement in
the press or to Elvis fan groups. The museum which was located at the Imperial Palace,
opened it's doors in the Fall of 2009 and charged money for Elvis fans to see a collection of
Elvis owned and Elvis related items. Apparently, the museum didn't do as good as expected
and the plug was pulled less than a year after the star studded opening.
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August 09th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 10th
EUROPEAN TOUR - The ‘Original Elvis Tribute’ show
will be returning in May ‘11, and we will have several
surprises for the European fans. We are proud to
announce that legendary keyboard player BOBBY WOOD
will be joining us this time. No doubt most of you already
know that he was an integral part of the ‘American Sound
Studios’ band, with whom Elvis recorded his finest
albums FROM ELVIS IN MEMPHIS and BACK IN
MEMPHIS, as well as hit-singles like “Suspicious Minds”,
EUROPEAN TOUR - The ‘Original Elvis Tribute’ show
will be returning in May ‘11, and we will have several
surprises for the European fans. We are proud to
announce that legendary keyboard player BOBBY WOOD
will be joining us this time. No doubt most of you already
know that he was an integral part of the ‘American Sound
Studios’ band, with whom Elvis recorded his finest
albums FROM ELVIS IN MEMPHIS and BACK IN
MEMPHIS, as well as hit-singles like “Suspicious Minds”,
'In The Ghetto”, “Kentucky Rain” and “Don’t Cry Daddy”. It’s also quite an honour for us that
Mr. Wood will be bringing his old buddy & ‘American Sound Studios’ associate, JOHNNY
CHRISTOPHER. Johnny played rhythm guitar for Elvis during the STAX sessions in ’73, and
also wrote / co-wrote songs for him like “Always On My Mind”, “Mama Liked The Roses”
(Johnny remembers Elvis crying when he first heard this song) and “If You Talk In Your
Sleep”. Johnny Christopher will be singing his own songs at the shows, just like he did on
the original demos for Elvis. These shows will mark the first time ever that he performs at an
Elvis show, and it will also be his first visit to Europe. This time, the ‘Original Elvis Tribute’ will
have a special Memphis ’69 / Stax ’73 theme, and we all believe that this is going to be our
most exciting tour yet.
All the favorites from this year’s show will be there too, including the phenomenal ROBERT
WASHINGTON, one of the world’s best Elvis sound-a-likes, the lovely SUE MORENO, who
delighted audiences with a.o. her version of “Fever”, and guitar wizard CHRIS CASELLO,
whose guitar picking is so amazing, that people come to the concerts just to see his fretwork.
A true dream-line up, and the ultimate tribute to the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll. For booking a show
or other info, please visit our website: www.elvisnews.dk
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Mr. Wood will be bringing his old buddy & ‘American Sound Studios’ associate, JOHNNY
CHRISTOPHER. Johnny played rhythm guitar for Elvis during the STAX sessions in ’73, and
also wrote / co-wrote songs for him like “Always On My Mind”, “Mama Liked The Roses”
(Johnny remembers Elvis crying when he first heard this song) and “If You Talk In Your
Sleep”. Johnny Christopher will be singing his own songs at the shows, just like he did on
the original demos for Elvis. These shows will mark the first time ever that he performs at an
Elvis show, and it will also be his first visit to Europe. This time, the ‘Original Elvis Tribute’ will
have a special Memphis ’69 / Stax ’73 theme, and we all believe that this is going to be our
most exciting tour yet.
All the favorites from this year’s show will be there too, including the phenomenal ROBERT
WASHINGTON, one of the world’s best Elvis sound-a-likes, the lovely SUE MORENO, who
delighted audiences with a.o. her version of “Fever”, and guitar wizard CHRIS CASELLO,
whose guitar picking is so amazing, that people come to the concerts just to see his fretwork.
A true dream-line up, and the ultimate tribute to the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll. For booking a show
or other info, please visit our website: www.elvisnews.dk
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August 11th
ELVIS PRESLEY MEMORIAL TRAUMA CENTER - During Elvis Week, the Memphis
hospital unit opens it's doors to the fans who make the center possible. Read about this
worthy Elvis venture here
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August 11th
KING CREOLE IN COLOUR - We've had 'Love Me Tender' & 'Jailhouse Rock' in colour
and I have always wanted to get 'King Creole' in colour and it looks like that may come a
reality? Over on the FECC is a post that links to some great excerpts from the King's best
movie from 1958 and you can see it for yourself here
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August 11th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 10th
ELVIS FOREVER PRESS RELEASE - BBC Radio 2 today issued their official press
release about the Elvis Forever tribute show at Hyde Park in September. To read the full BBC
Press Release just go Here
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August 10th
WALKING IN MEMPHIS - The first report from Memphis is in. Take a little look and see
what Joe has been up to so far. Here
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August 11th
ELVIS PRESLEY MEMORIAL TRAUMA CENTER - During Elvis Week, the Memphis
hospital unit opens it's doors to the fans who make the center possible. Read about this
worthy Elvis venture here
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August 11th
KING CREOLE IN COLOUR - We've had 'Love Me Tender' & 'Jailhouse Rock' in colour
and I have always wanted to get 'King Creole' in colour and it looks like that may come a
reality? Over on the FECC is a post that links to some great excerpts from the King's best
movie from 1958 and you can see it for yourself here
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August 11th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 10th
ELVIS FOREVER PRESS RELEASE - BBC Radio 2 today issued their official press
release about the Elvis Forever tribute show at Hyde Park in September. To read the full BBC
Press Release just go Here
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August 10th
WALKING IN MEMPHIS - The first report from Memphis is in. Take a little look and see
what Joe has been up to so far. Here
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August 11th
THE ELVIS T-SHIRT VOTE - Left are 2 of 9 new designs for
EPE write, Elvis Week 2010 is here and fans around the world are
pulling out their Elvis T-shirts and letting the world know how they
feel about the king. What better time to take a look at some fun,
new designs that are coming soon from EPE's new licensee Zion
Rootswear?
EPE have even created a poll so you can select your favorite. We'll
let you know after Elvis Week which were the top three. Vote below
and then be watching this fall for designs like these and others in
stores and online on ShopElvis.com.
I hope that these new designs will be available here in the UK and
not through the extortionate postage charges at EPE. I can only wait
and hope. I just love the "Elvis Kicked My Ass Back In 72" slogan on
the red design..Just a shame the image is from 1974!!
Take a look at the other designs and make your vote by going direct
to the EPE website by clicking on the t-shirts pictured.
THE ELVIS T-SHIRT VOTE - Left are 2 of 9 new designs for
EPE write, Elvis Week 2010 is here and fans around the world are
pulling out their Elvis T-shirts and letting the world know how they
feel about the king. What better time to take a look at some fun,
new designs that are coming soon from EPE's new licensee Zion
Rootswear?
EPE have even created a poll so you can select your favorite. We'll
let you know after Elvis Week which were the top three. Vote below
and then be watching this fall for designs like these and others in
stores and online on ShopElvis.com.
I hope that these new designs will be available here in the UK and
not through the extortionate postage charges at EPE. I can only wait
and hope. I just love the "Elvis Kicked My Ass Back In 72" slogan on
the red design..Just a shame the image is from 1974!!
Take a look at the other designs and make your vote by going direct
to the EPE website by clicking on the t-shirts pictured.
August 11th
G.I. BLUES FREEBIE - This coming Saturday [14th August] UK fans will be able to grab a
FREE copy of 'G.I. Blues' the movie in the Mail newspaper.
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August 11th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part five in our celebrations of the 40th Anniversary of the
M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is' with rehearsals & live performances from
August 1970. The show is available to download for one week and to download this show
simply click on the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
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G.I. BLUES FREEBIE - This coming Saturday [14th August] UK fans will be able to grab a
FREE copy of 'G.I. Blues' the movie in the Mail newspaper.
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August 11th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part five in our celebrations of the 40th Anniversary of the
M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is' with rehearsals & live performances from
August 1970. The show is available to download for one week and to download this show
simply click on the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
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August 12th
NEW TUPELO TRIBUTE - This is a new Elvis tribute that
has been erected in Elvis' birthplace of Tupelo.
The new 21 foot tall tribute that weighs more than 3000 pounds
lights up at night with different colours and plays Elvis music 24
hours a day 7 days a week.
To see more pictures, go here
NEW TUPELO TRIBUTE - This is a new Elvis tribute that
has been erected in Elvis' birthplace of Tupelo.
The new 21 foot tall tribute that weighs more than 3000 pounds
lights up at night with different colours and plays Elvis music 24
hours a day 7 days a week.
To see more pictures, go here
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August 15th
RIAA AWARD DISAPPOINTMENT - When it was announced that representatives from
SONY would be making a special RIAA Presentation to Elvis, hopes were high that Elvis
would be getting new awards for millions of sales around the world.
Brian Quinn sent me the news along with his reaction, "An extremely disappointing result
from SONY. Only 1.5 million extra album sales. An insult to Elvis' memory. If this is the best
they can do then I would prefer to wait for a major upgrade with at least 10 or 20 million extra
sales".
NEW RIAA CERTIFICATIONS:
DVDs:
Aloha From Hawaii (deluxe edition) - 2x Platinum
68' Comeback Special (special edition) - 2x Platinum
Albums:
50 Greatest Love Songs [2CD] - GOLD
Essential Elvis [2CD] - GOLD
Blue Christmas - Platinum
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August 15th
MILLION DOLLAR PIANO FAILS TO SELL - Elvis Presley's grand piano, valued at $1
million, failed to receive a starting minimum bid of $500,000 in Saturday's "Ultimate Elvis
Auction," but at least one seller walked away happy. Read more here
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August 15th
ELVIS LIVE LIVE LIVE LIVE & COMING HOME - E.E.R listener Ida Ritter sends in
her review of the DVD releases, 'Elvis Live Live Live' and 'Coming Home', Two DVD releases
every fan should try to get if they can. Read the review here
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August 13th
ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#669] is now available to
download until 8am [UK Time] 20th August 2010
Join Lee for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as he plays all the songs you love to hear
from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis world.
Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To download
this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
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August 13th
MR LANSKY IN HOSPITAL - For probably the first time EVER, Elvis Week will be without
one of it's dearest and most loved faces. Bernard Lansky, the man known as the 'Clothier To
The King' is in Hospital. Even though he had been unwell earlier this year, he had hoped to
be behind his counter as always for Elvis Week. I know that I speak for everyone when I wish
Mr B a speedy recovery and better health real soon.
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August 13th
ELVIS AUCTION TOMORROW - August 14th is the Heritage Auction Galleries, 'Ultimate
Elvis Auction' which being held for Elvis Week. The Auction will be held live at The Peabody
Hotel in Memphis. Some of the items in the auction are Elvis' 4-Page Handwritten and
Signed Letter to Anita Wood. This letter is the most personal offering in the auction and was
written 6 weeks after arriving in Germany for his Army service. In the letter Elvis writes about a
song called 'Soldier Boy' which he would of course go on to record in 1960.
Other items include Elvis' Black Star 14k gold Sapphire Ring, Elvis Pair of Nautic Neo Style
TCG Sunglasses, Elvis' Gold TCB Necklace with Memorial Plaque given to Janelle McComb.
& Elvis' Opal Ring surrounded by 34 full cut diamonds.
And as a last minute addition to the 'Ultimate Elvis Auction' is a large offering of the "King's"
hair which was given to Thomas Morgan, Jr, from Elvis' barber who was a personal friend of
Morgan Jr. The hair comes with a notarized Letter of Authenticity from Morgan and a letter
from noted hair collector, John Reznikoff of University Archives.
To see items up for auction or to make a bid you can visit the auction site here
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August 13th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 12th
IMPS & POTATO'S IN MEMPHIS - It's Elvis Week and it seems that the whole event is
geared to highlight IMPS and Potato's? If you pay a visit to the official Elvis website and their
Elvis Week photo gallery, you will find 15 photos, 11 are of IMPS, 2 are of people holding the
Elvis Mr Potato Head. The remaining 2 are of a child in the early stages of IMPhood and the
final one is of a couple of fans getting wine....no doubt to calm their nerves after seeing all the
IMPS and potato's?
So what of IMPS? Well, we have that idiot who is running for governor on Arkansas, a novelty
publicity stunt but at the expense of Elvis...Thanks to the idiotic ways of this individual, Elvis'
image is made a mockery once again. I was informed that the three hosts of the Fox News
channel's 'Fox and Friends' made a joke of Elvis by putting on those cheap plastic Elvis
glasses with attached sideburns and made the usual stupid Elvis jokes while giving the story.
Once again, Elvis is turned into a joke because of some IMP seeking the limelight.
Here's one you may not believe, an IMP was due to perform in Memphis but the show at the
Shell was called off due to the rain, but hang on...as way of compensation, fans were invited
backstage to get their photo taken with the IMP and to get his autograph! Now then, things
really are getting silly!
Onto the Elvis Mr Potato Head...In a recent press release regarding a police raid on bootleg
Elvis products, EPE stated they, "will not tolerate the gross and illegal abuse of the name,
image and likeness of Elvis Presley." They should have just said illegal because the gross
abuse of Elvis' image and likeness is issuing his name and face on a frickin POTATO!!!!
And the worst thing is this....Apparently the Elvis potato is selling so fast that, "an emergency
shipment" is being sent to Memphis by the manufacturer but until then, shops are limiting
purchase to two per customer....OMG, it just keeps getting worse!
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August 12th
REMEMBER THE KING WITH MUSIC - Online now is this really nice article. "If Elvis
Presley were alive today, he would be 75 years old. And though he would certainly be in his
golden years, there is a chance that he still might be giving concerts, and that his golden
voice - the best rock music has ever heard - would still be booming through arenas. Perhaps
he would still even be recording new music, which people like Sinatra did well into their
seventies. In fact, Sinatra celebrated his 75th year with a national tour." Read on here
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August 12th
ELVIS MOVIE A DAY - In addition to the free Elvis movie, 'G.I. Blues' on Saturday 14th,
The Mail is also giving away an Elvis film everyday next week. Films are...Blue Hawaii, Girls
Girls Girls, Paradise Hawaiian Stlye, King Creole, Roustabout and Fun in Acapulco.
A Voucher will be printed in the Daily Mail and The Mail on Sunday every day from Saturday
August 14 right up to Friday August 20. Simply cut out the Voucher printed each day and take
it to your nearest Tesco, WHSmith or Eason store* and you will be given that day's DVD.
Or you can collect SEVEN differently dated tokens and send them to an address we will
publish later, with a cheque for £6.99, and we will send you the entire collection of seven
DVDs to you by post. The first token will be printed in the paper on Saturday August 14, 2010
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August 15th
RIAA AWARD DISAPPOINTMENT - When it was announced that representatives from
SONY would be making a special RIAA Presentation to Elvis, hopes were high that Elvis
would be getting new awards for millions of sales around the world.
Brian Quinn sent me the news along with his reaction, "An extremely disappointing result
from SONY. Only 1.5 million extra album sales. An insult to Elvis' memory. If this is the best
they can do then I would prefer to wait for a major upgrade with at least 10 or 20 million extra
sales".
NEW RIAA CERTIFICATIONS:
DVDs:
Aloha From Hawaii (deluxe edition) - 2x Platinum
68' Comeback Special (special edition) - 2x Platinum
Albums:
50 Greatest Love Songs [2CD] - GOLD
Essential Elvis [2CD] - GOLD
Blue Christmas - Platinum
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August 15th
MILLION DOLLAR PIANO FAILS TO SELL - Elvis Presley's grand piano, valued at $1
million, failed to receive a starting minimum bid of $500,000 in Saturday's "Ultimate Elvis
Auction," but at least one seller walked away happy. Read more here
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August 15th
ELVIS LIVE LIVE LIVE LIVE & COMING HOME - E.E.R listener Ida Ritter sends in
her review of the DVD releases, 'Elvis Live Live Live' and 'Coming Home', Two DVD releases
every fan should try to get if they can. Read the review here
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August 13th
ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#669] is now available to
download until 8am [UK Time] 20th August 2010
Join Lee for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as he plays all the songs you love to hear
from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis world.
Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To download
this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
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August 13th
MR LANSKY IN HOSPITAL - For probably the first time EVER, Elvis Week will be without
one of it's dearest and most loved faces. Bernard Lansky, the man known as the 'Clothier To
The King' is in Hospital. Even though he had been unwell earlier this year, he had hoped to
be behind his counter as always for Elvis Week. I know that I speak for everyone when I wish
Mr B a speedy recovery and better health real soon.
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August 13th
ELVIS AUCTION TOMORROW - August 14th is the Heritage Auction Galleries, 'Ultimate
Elvis Auction' which being held for Elvis Week. The Auction will be held live at The Peabody
Hotel in Memphis. Some of the items in the auction are Elvis' 4-Page Handwritten and
Signed Letter to Anita Wood. This letter is the most personal offering in the auction and was
written 6 weeks after arriving in Germany for his Army service. In the letter Elvis writes about a
song called 'Soldier Boy' which he would of course go on to record in 1960.
Other items include Elvis' Black Star 14k gold Sapphire Ring, Elvis Pair of Nautic Neo Style
TCG Sunglasses, Elvis' Gold TCB Necklace with Memorial Plaque given to Janelle McComb.
& Elvis' Opal Ring surrounded by 34 full cut diamonds.
And as a last minute addition to the 'Ultimate Elvis Auction' is a large offering of the "King's"
hair which was given to Thomas Morgan, Jr, from Elvis' barber who was a personal friend of
Morgan Jr. The hair comes with a notarized Letter of Authenticity from Morgan and a letter
from noted hair collector, John Reznikoff of University Archives.
To see items up for auction or to make a bid you can visit the auction site here
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August 13th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 12th
IMPS & POTATO'S IN MEMPHIS - It's Elvis Week and it seems that the whole event is
geared to highlight IMPS and Potato's? If you pay a visit to the official Elvis website and their
Elvis Week photo gallery, you will find 15 photos, 11 are of IMPS, 2 are of people holding the
Elvis Mr Potato Head. The remaining 2 are of a child in the early stages of IMPhood and the
final one is of a couple of fans getting wine....no doubt to calm their nerves after seeing all the
IMPS and potato's?
So what of IMPS? Well, we have that idiot who is running for governor on Arkansas, a novelty
publicity stunt but at the expense of Elvis...Thanks to the idiotic ways of this individual, Elvis'
image is made a mockery once again. I was informed that the three hosts of the Fox News
channel's 'Fox and Friends' made a joke of Elvis by putting on those cheap plastic Elvis
glasses with attached sideburns and made the usual stupid Elvis jokes while giving the story.
Once again, Elvis is turned into a joke because of some IMP seeking the limelight.
Here's one you may not believe, an IMP was due to perform in Memphis but the show at the
Shell was called off due to the rain, but hang on...as way of compensation, fans were invited
backstage to get their photo taken with the IMP and to get his autograph! Now then, things
really are getting silly!
Onto the Elvis Mr Potato Head...In a recent press release regarding a police raid on bootleg
Elvis products, EPE stated they, "will not tolerate the gross and illegal abuse of the name,
image and likeness of Elvis Presley." They should have just said illegal because the gross
abuse of Elvis' image and likeness is issuing his name and face on a frickin POTATO!!!!
And the worst thing is this....Apparently the Elvis potato is selling so fast that, "an emergency
shipment" is being sent to Memphis by the manufacturer but until then, shops are limiting
purchase to two per customer....OMG, it just keeps getting worse!
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August 12th
REMEMBER THE KING WITH MUSIC - Online now is this really nice article. "If Elvis
Presley were alive today, he would be 75 years old. And though he would certainly be in his
golden years, there is a chance that he still might be giving concerts, and that his golden
voice - the best rock music has ever heard - would still be booming through arenas. Perhaps
he would still even be recording new music, which people like Sinatra did well into their
seventies. In fact, Sinatra celebrated his 75th year with a national tour." Read on here
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August 12th
ELVIS MOVIE A DAY - In addition to the free Elvis movie, 'G.I. Blues' on Saturday 14th,
The Mail is also giving away an Elvis film everyday next week. Films are...Blue Hawaii, Girls
Girls Girls, Paradise Hawaiian Stlye, King Creole, Roustabout and Fun in Acapulco.
A Voucher will be printed in the Daily Mail and The Mail on Sunday every day from Saturday
August 14 right up to Friday August 20. Simply cut out the Voucher printed each day and take
it to your nearest Tesco, WHSmith or Eason store* and you will be given that day's DVD.
Or you can collect SEVEN differently dated tokens and send them to an address we will
publish later, with a cheque for £6.99, and we will send you the entire collection of seven
DVDs to you by post. The first token will be printed in the paper on Saturday August 14, 2010
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August 15th
JOHN WILKINSON UPDATE - As reported last month, John was
due in hospital on August 2nd for a P.E.T scan which would hopefully
show the tumour has gone away. But the actual results would not be
known until on or around August 11th.
John had a good report back from the tests and his blood work is at a
good level and the P.E.T scan did not show any activity, the area is still
swollen from the radiation so the doctors could not see it very well, but
they are not concerned, which is great news..
John is still having issues with not having a colon and they continue to
work on which foods work and which ones cause him problems, but
he is looking very well and sends his love and thanks to the listeners
of Elvis Express Radio around the world.
JOHN WILKINSON UPDATE - As reported last month, John was
due in hospital on August 2nd for a P.E.T scan which would hopefully
show the tumour has gone away. But the actual results would not be
known until on or around August 11th.
John had a good report back from the tests and his blood work is at a
good level and the P.E.T scan did not show any activity, the area is still
swollen from the radiation so the doctors could not see it very well, but
they are not concerned, which is great news..
John is still having issues with not having a colon and they continue to
work on which foods work and which ones cause him problems, but
he is looking very well and sends his love and thanks to the listeners
of Elvis Express Radio around the world.
August 15th
UNSEEN ON TOUR FOOTAGE - First was the one night only
event and then the long awaited DVD release of 'Elvis On Tour'.
With both of these events fans were left feeling cheated at getting
no new footage from the making of the movie.
One E.E.R listener has sent me an email with information that the
Memphis screening of the film (screened Saturday 14th) included
15 minutes of never before seen footage from Elvis in rehearsal
UNSEEN ON TOUR FOOTAGE - First was the one night only
event and then the long awaited DVD release of 'Elvis On Tour'.
With both of these events fans were left feeling cheated at getting
no new footage from the making of the movie.
One E.E.R listener has sent me an email with information that the
Memphis screening of the film (screened Saturday 14th) included
15 minutes of never before seen footage from Elvis in rehearsal
wearing the blue outfit with black criss-cross pattern (as pictured). I am told security was so
tight at the screening with guards lining the aisles to prevent any photos of filming taking
place.
This news leaves the question of why this stuff was not included as bonus footage on the
DVD / Blu-Ray release giving EVERY fan the opportunity to enjoy this stuff and not just a few
lucky enough to be able to afford a trip to Memphis and then the extra $35 to $89 to see it
while there? This news does leave me as a fan feeling a little cheated now that I know they
did restore this footage and COULD have allowed us all to share in it. But instead we are
treated to a DVD release with nothing extra and now with the knowledge that the powers that
be will no doubt be releasing 'Elvis On Tour' AGAIN in 2012 with the footage we should have
got now, in 2010. (Thanks to E.E.R listener Martin Collins for the news).
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tight at the screening with guards lining the aisles to prevent any photos of filming taking
place.
This news leaves the question of why this stuff was not included as bonus footage on the
DVD / Blu-Ray release giving EVERY fan the opportunity to enjoy this stuff and not just a few
lucky enough to be able to afford a trip to Memphis and then the extra $35 to $89 to see it
while there? This news does leave me as a fan feeling a little cheated now that I know they
did restore this footage and COULD have allowed us all to share in it. But instead we are
treated to a DVD release with nothing extra and now with the knowledge that the powers that
be will no doubt be releasing 'Elvis On Tour' AGAIN in 2012 with the footage we should have
got now, in 2010. (Thanks to E.E.R listener Martin Collins for the news).
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August 19th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 18th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part six in our 7 part celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the
M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is'. In this weeks show, the penultimate edition,
Lee brings you the opening show from August 10th 1970.
The show is available to download for one week and to download this show simply click on
the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
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August 18th
THE FINAL CURTAIN BOOK - One of E.E.R's good friends from the FECC board has
been lucky enough to see an advance peek at the book that will be included in the up coming
box set, 'Elvis 77 - The Final Curtain'. So what did he think? Read on here
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August 18th
MY ELVIS WEEK OBSERVATIONS - One fan sends in their, not so happy observations
on all the things that surround Elvis Week this year. To read his thoughts go here
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August 17th
ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - A day later than usual, due to the extra special shows in
our Elvis Remembered series, This weeks edition of the Elvis Love Show is now online.
Join Lana as she plays the songs you have requested to be heard. To download this show
simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
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August 17th
GAGA ENTOURAGE OFFENDS ELVIS FANS - It's reported that a member of Lady
Gaga's entourage caused outrage at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel yesterday, as Elvis Fans
paid tribute to the music legend on the 33rd Anniversary of the Kings passing. Read On
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August 17th
MARTY'S ELVIS THE RECORD MAGAZINES - Just listed on ebay is Marty Lacker's
own personal copies of the vintage magazine, 'Elvis The Record'.
Here is the description from the ebay listing:
This is a much sought after collectors item that was extremely popular from early 1979 to
early 1981 when Marty Lacker and Billy Smith decided to write an exclusive magazine for Elvis
fans called Elvis The Record.
The issues were chock full of inside stories, interviews and pictures, from Billy and Marty as
well as other members of the Memphis Mafia and others connected to Elvis. They also set
the record straight on other people’s writings, documentaries and false claims about Elvis.
Marty and Billy and others related their personal stories about all their years with Elvis.
This offering consists of a special custom made, heavy duty brown binder made especially to
hold the various issues of the magazine and is embossed on the cover with Elvis The
Record in gold lettering. There are 8 issues in all dated from early ’79 to early ’81. Marty and
Billy had to stop printing the magazine as it had begun to take up time away from their regular
work back then.
It includes the most sought after individual issue dated August, ’79 that was a special
Memorial issue of the magazine. At one time, after they stopped printing the magazine, Marty
was offered $250 just for that issue from someone who had not subscribed to the magazine.
This set of magazines and issues are Marty’s personal copies and he has decided to make
it available to an interested Elvis fan. If the buyer desires, Marty will autograph one or all the
issues. As an Elvis fan this will make a great, rare addition to your collection.
The starting bid for those interested and with some spare cash is $800.00 (£510.00) Listing
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August 17th
RIAA DVD CERTIFICATIONS - During Elvis Week, Elvis was awarded new certifications
for DVD sales. The official announcement stated the award for 'Aloha from Hawaii' (De-Luxe
Edition) was a 'Multiplatinum Award'. What should have been announced is the DVD title is
now 4X Multi-Platinum sales.
At the same time, the award for the '68 Comeback Special (Special Edition)' was announced
as Multi-Platinum status. Again this should have been specified at 2X Multi-Platinum.
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August 17th
FTD'S ANNOUNCED IN MEMPHIS - EIN report that Roger Semon announced some
future FTD titles during a gathering in Memphis yesterday.
Releases For September 2010
01. Elvis (Fool) [2 CD Edition Classic Album Series]
02. Boston Garden 1971 [ Soundboard Recording]
October/November 2010
03. Jailhouse Rock, Vol. 2
04. Chicago 1976 [2 CD Soundboard]
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August 16th
FANS ATTEND ELVIS VIGIL - Last night fans around the world attended the annual
candle night vigil at the Kings Memphis home Graceland. Here is a report on the event for
those fans who were unable to be there. Read Report
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August 15th - 16th
REMEMBERING ELVIS 33 YEAR ON - Due to tech issues with our Service Provider,
we expect to lose home connection tomorrow (16th) and as a result I am putting the first part
of the week of special shows online from this evening so as not to miss out in paying tribute
to the man we all treasure and honour daily.
Each year, new fans find their way to the music of Elvis and here at E.E.R we continue to pay
tribute to the King through his incredible body of work. From 'My Happiness' to the latest
remix, the music of Elvis Presley goes on and on.....Access the week of special shows below.
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 18th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part six in our 7 part celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the
M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is'. In this weeks show, the penultimate edition,
Lee brings you the opening show from August 10th 1970.
The show is available to download for one week and to download this show simply click on
the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 18th
THE FINAL CURTAIN BOOK - One of E.E.R's good friends from the FECC board has
been lucky enough to see an advance peek at the book that will be included in the up coming
box set, 'Elvis 77 - The Final Curtain'. So what did he think? Read on here
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 18th
MY ELVIS WEEK OBSERVATIONS - One fan sends in their, not so happy observations
on all the things that surround Elvis Week this year. To read his thoughts go here
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 17th
ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - A day later than usual, due to the extra special shows in
our Elvis Remembered series, This weeks edition of the Elvis Love Show is now online.
Join Lana as she plays the songs you have requested to be heard. To download this show
simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
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August 17th
GAGA ENTOURAGE OFFENDS ELVIS FANS - It's reported that a member of Lady
Gaga's entourage caused outrage at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel yesterday, as Elvis Fans
paid tribute to the music legend on the 33rd Anniversary of the Kings passing. Read On
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 17th
MARTY'S ELVIS THE RECORD MAGAZINES - Just listed on ebay is Marty Lacker's
own personal copies of the vintage magazine, 'Elvis The Record'.
Here is the description from the ebay listing:
This is a much sought after collectors item that was extremely popular from early 1979 to
early 1981 when Marty Lacker and Billy Smith decided to write an exclusive magazine for Elvis
fans called Elvis The Record.
The issues were chock full of inside stories, interviews and pictures, from Billy and Marty as
well as other members of the Memphis Mafia and others connected to Elvis. They also set
the record straight on other people’s writings, documentaries and false claims about Elvis.
Marty and Billy and others related their personal stories about all their years with Elvis.
This offering consists of a special custom made, heavy duty brown binder made especially to
hold the various issues of the magazine and is embossed on the cover with Elvis The
Record in gold lettering. There are 8 issues in all dated from early ’79 to early ’81. Marty and
Billy had to stop printing the magazine as it had begun to take up time away from their regular
work back then.
It includes the most sought after individual issue dated August, ’79 that was a special
Memorial issue of the magazine. At one time, after they stopped printing the magazine, Marty
was offered $250 just for that issue from someone who had not subscribed to the magazine.
This set of magazines and issues are Marty’s personal copies and he has decided to make
it available to an interested Elvis fan. If the buyer desires, Marty will autograph one or all the
issues. As an Elvis fan this will make a great, rare addition to your collection.
The starting bid for those interested and with some spare cash is $800.00 (£510.00) Listing
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 17th
RIAA DVD CERTIFICATIONS - During Elvis Week, Elvis was awarded new certifications
for DVD sales. The official announcement stated the award for 'Aloha from Hawaii' (De-Luxe
Edition) was a 'Multiplatinum Award'. What should have been announced is the DVD title is
now 4X Multi-Platinum sales.
At the same time, the award for the '68 Comeback Special (Special Edition)' was announced
as Multi-Platinum status. Again this should have been specified at 2X Multi-Platinum.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 17th
FTD'S ANNOUNCED IN MEMPHIS - EIN report that Roger Semon announced some
future FTD titles during a gathering in Memphis yesterday.
Releases For September 2010
01. Elvis (Fool) [2 CD Edition Classic Album Series]
02. Boston Garden 1971 [ Soundboard Recording]
October/November 2010
03. Jailhouse Rock, Vol. 2
04. Chicago 1976 [2 CD Soundboard]
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August 16th
FANS ATTEND ELVIS VIGIL - Last night fans around the world attended the annual
candle night vigil at the Kings Memphis home Graceland. Here is a report on the event for
those fans who were unable to be there. Read Report
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 15th - 16th
REMEMBERING ELVIS 33 YEAR ON - Due to tech issues with our Service Provider,
we expect to lose home connection tomorrow (16th) and as a result I am putting the first part
of the week of special shows online from this evening so as not to miss out in paying tribute
to the man we all treasure and honour daily.
Each year, new fans find their way to the music of Elvis and here at E.E.R we continue to pay
tribute to the King through his incredible body of work. From 'My Happiness' to the latest
remix, the music of Elvis Presley goes on and on.....Access the week of special shows below.
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August 15th - 16th
NEW PHOTO OF THE WEEK - The new photo of the week is now online for your to
look at and enjoy. This week it's a great photo of Elvis playing the new Presley product, a toy
Elvis Presley guitar. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past
gems here.
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August 15th - 16th
NEW PHOTO OF THE WEEK - The new photo of the week is now online for your to
look at and enjoy. This week it's a great photo of Elvis playing the new Presley product, a toy
Elvis Presley guitar. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past
gems here.
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August 21st
MYRNA BACK IN HOSPITAL - Elvis Matters reveal news from Larry Geller that Myrna
Smiths health is not good at all. Myrna has been admitted back to hospital after 2 serious
medical complications. I am sure you will all join me in sending our thoughts & wishes to
Myrna and hope that she will recover very soon.
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August 21st
ASK MARTY - Another pair of new questions are now online in our Ask Marty section,
helping you to learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out these
new additions and read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner which
you can find over to the right.
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August 20th
ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#674] is now available to
download until 8am [UK Time] 27th August 2010
Join Lee & Lana for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as they play all the songs you love to
hear from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis
world. Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To
download this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
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August 20th
SUSPICIOUS MINDS BLOWS THE MIND - Another of our listeners was in Memphis
and attended the Conversations on Elvis event at the 'Orpheum theatre'. Here is what Colin
said; "I was pretty much dreading the release of this album after hearing snippets on your
show and on you tube, you know what I'm talking about, duets, Elvis' voice being drowned out
etc. Then they hit me with what was the most amazing sound I have heard in a long, long
time. They played 'Suspicious Minds' off the album.....Lee, it was amazing...of course your,
never gonna beat the original, but! It was just Elvis, as clear as anything with a fantastic new
arrangement. It blew me away. Now I can't wait for this release. They mentioned that they
were determined to make this album a winner and didn't want anybody recording the song for
you tube etc. They wanted it to be like the old days when you bought an Elvis album and put it
on the decks and you heard songs for the first time. You remember that feeling. Well thats
how I felt when I heard this. They placed security in the aisles so nobody could record it and I
tell you Lee I cant wait for this album".
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August 20th
NEW UK TV CHANNEL FEATURES ELVIS - New digital television channel Vintage TV
has signed a deal with Getty Images to use some of its 360,000 still images and 8,000
hours of video content.
The Getty archive will be incorporated by Vintage TV into 500 new music videos it is creating
for songs that were recorded before the video age, as well as other original content.
Launching on Wednesday 1 September, the broadcaster is positioning itself as the first
music channel dedicated to the so-called "vintage age" from the 1940s to the 1980s, playing
songs by Nat King Cole, Elvis Presley, Pink Floyd and the Rolling Stones
Vintage TV will broadcast specially created videos for songs in the charts prior to 1976,
before the era of promotional videos. They include Not Fade Away by the Rolling Stones,
featuring classic archive footage of the band, and If I Can Dream by Elvis Presley, played
across footage of Martin Luther King's fight for racial equality.
Vintage TV, whose other archive partners include the BBC, ITN, Eagle Rock Entertainment
and DCD Rights, will also broadcast concerts and documentaries.
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August 20th
COLLECTORS CORNER - In this new feature on E.E.R, I have collated various items that
you may find of interest to look at. Things like old adverts from Elvis' lifetime, Christmas
Cards from Elvis, TV Guides and other Elvis items that I enjoy looking at and hope that you
will too?
This new feature is not completely finished but there is several items open that I hope you
will enjoy looking at. You and I may never get to own the originals but I love looking at the kind
of things I am compiling in this feature and I hope that you too will enjoy looking at these
items as much as I do.
This new feature will continue to grow and will have new categories added over time so
please remember to come back to check when you can. Thanks for taking the time to read
about what I am trying to do here and now go and enjoy
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August 20th
NEWS ON THE VIVA ELVIS VIDEO - If you've seen the video below, you will have heard
a few of the songs featured on the 'Viva Elvis' show. Some of you have especially commented
on the version of 'One Night' with lead vocals from a female. Well I can confirm that there will
be no duets or solos by female singers as in the show but on some of the tracks there will be
female backing singers. Also, the versions of the songs seen in the video promos are very
different from those on the album which were totally produced in the studio and have a much
better sound. I will bring you more on 'Viva Elvis - The Album' as soon as I get it. Thanks go
out to E.E.R's good friend, Brian Quinn. Read one fans thoughts on the upcoming album here
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August 19th
VIVA ELVIS VIDEO PROMO - Here's a really great promo video running over than 8mins.
The footage is from the Viva Elvis show which is located in Las Vegas. The video gives us a
nice glimpse of what we could be expecting from the 'Viva Elvis - The Album' due for release
later this year. Take a look at the video here
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August 19th
LISA MARIE MOVES TO ENGLAND - Elvis' daughter, Lisa Marie has moved to Kent in
England to start a new life. To read more about this and her new £8 million home go here
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August 19th
BURNING LOVE REVAMP - Here is a great new mix of 'Burning Love' which just has to
be one of the soon to be released singles from the 'Viva Elvis' album? From what I feel from
the minute or so we hear, this could easily become a No.1 in the UK? Take a look here
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August 19th
REMEMBERING ELVIS CONTINUES - Join Lee for the 2nd part of E.E.R's special
shows 'Remembering Elvis'. This edition focuses on the 60's master recordings. To access
the show, just click below to enter the 'Remembering Elvis' page.
August 21st
MYRNA BACK IN HOSPITAL - Elvis Matters reveal news from Larry Geller that Myrna
Smiths health is not good at all. Myrna has been admitted back to hospital after 2 serious
medical complications. I am sure you will all join me in sending our thoughts & wishes to
Myrna and hope that she will recover very soon.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 21st
ASK MARTY - Another pair of new questions are now online in our Ask Marty section,
helping you to learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out these
new additions and read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner which
you can find over to the right.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 20th
ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#674] is now available to
download until 8am [UK Time] 27th August 2010
Join Lee & Lana for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as they play all the songs you love to
hear from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis
world. Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To
download this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 20th
SUSPICIOUS MINDS BLOWS THE MIND - Another of our listeners was in Memphis
and attended the Conversations on Elvis event at the 'Orpheum theatre'. Here is what Colin
said; "I was pretty much dreading the release of this album after hearing snippets on your
show and on you tube, you know what I'm talking about, duets, Elvis' voice being drowned out
etc. Then they hit me with what was the most amazing sound I have heard in a long, long
time. They played 'Suspicious Minds' off the album.....Lee, it was amazing...of course your,
never gonna beat the original, but! It was just Elvis, as clear as anything with a fantastic new
arrangement. It blew me away. Now I can't wait for this release. They mentioned that they
were determined to make this album a winner and didn't want anybody recording the song for
you tube etc. They wanted it to be like the old days when you bought an Elvis album and put it
on the decks and you heard songs for the first time. You remember that feeling. Well thats
how I felt when I heard this. They placed security in the aisles so nobody could record it and I
tell you Lee I cant wait for this album".
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 20th
NEW UK TV CHANNEL FEATURES ELVIS - New digital television channel Vintage TV
has signed a deal with Getty Images to use some of its 360,000 still images and 8,000
hours of video content.
The Getty archive will be incorporated by Vintage TV into 500 new music videos it is creating
for songs that were recorded before the video age, as well as other original content.
Launching on Wednesday 1 September, the broadcaster is positioning itself as the first
music channel dedicated to the so-called "vintage age" from the 1940s to the 1980s, playing
songs by Nat King Cole, Elvis Presley, Pink Floyd and the Rolling Stones
Vintage TV will broadcast specially created videos for songs in the charts prior to 1976,
before the era of promotional videos. They include Not Fade Away by the Rolling Stones,
featuring classic archive footage of the band, and If I Can Dream by Elvis Presley, played
across footage of Martin Luther King's fight for racial equality.
Vintage TV, whose other archive partners include the BBC, ITN, Eagle Rock Entertainment
and DCD Rights, will also broadcast concerts and documentaries.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 20th
COLLECTORS CORNER - In this new feature on E.E.R, I have collated various items that
you may find of interest to look at. Things like old adverts from Elvis' lifetime, Christmas
Cards from Elvis, TV Guides and other Elvis items that I enjoy looking at and hope that you
will too?
This new feature is not completely finished but there is several items open that I hope you
will enjoy looking at. You and I may never get to own the originals but I love looking at the kind
of things I am compiling in this feature and I hope that you too will enjoy looking at these
items as much as I do.
This new feature will continue to grow and will have new categories added over time so
please remember to come back to check when you can. Thanks for taking the time to read
about what I am trying to do here and now go and enjoy
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
August 20th
NEWS ON THE VIVA ELVIS VIDEO - If you've seen the video below, you will have heard
a few of the songs featured on the 'Viva Elvis' show. Some of you have especially commented
on the version of 'One Night' with lead vocals from a female. Well I can confirm that there will
be no duets or solos by female singers as in the show but on some of the tracks there will be
female backing singers. Also, the versions of the songs seen in the video promos are very
different from those on the album which were totally produced in the studio and have a much
better sound. I will bring you more on 'Viva Elvis - The Album' as soon as I get it. Thanks go
out to E.E.R's good friend, Brian Quinn. Read one fans thoughts on the upcoming album here
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August 19th
VIVA ELVIS VIDEO PROMO - Here's a really great promo video running over than 8mins.
The footage is from the Viva Elvis show which is located in Las Vegas. The video gives us a
nice glimpse of what we could be expecting from the 'Viva Elvis - The Album' due for release
later this year. Take a look at the video here
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August 19th
LISA MARIE MOVES TO ENGLAND - Elvis' daughter, Lisa Marie has moved to Kent in
England to start a new life. To read more about this and her new £8 million home go here
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August 19th
BURNING LOVE REVAMP - Here is a great new mix of 'Burning Love' which just has to
be one of the soon to be released singles from the 'Viva Elvis' album? From what I feel from
the minute or so we hear, this could easily become a No.1 in the UK? Take a look here
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August 19th
REMEMBERING ELVIS CONTINUES - Join Lee for the 2nd part of E.E.R's special
shows 'Remembering Elvis'. This edition focuses on the 60's master recordings. To access
the show, just click below to enter the 'Remembering Elvis' page.
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August 21st
ELVIS CHRISTMAS DVD - Listed on Amazon.com is a DVD now available for pre-order
entilted 'Elvis Christmas'. Nothing much is known about what this DVD will be all about
except the following:
Format: NTSC
Company: SONY Music
ASIN number B003ZIXO3O
Release Date: October 12, 2010
RRP: $12.90
As soon as there is more information on what 'Elvis Christmas' the DVD will include, it will be
listed here on E.E.R. Want to order it now anyway? Go Here
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August 21st
ELVIS THE CONCERT 2011/12 - Elvis Unlimited tell us that SEG Events will bring the
big screen show, Elvis Presley In Concert to the USA, Canada and Asia in the spring of 2012.
Also, the European tour will begin in the fall of 2011. GREAT news, especially for Canadian
and Asian fans, which for some of them will be their first experience of these shows.
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August 21st
LP & EP COVER ART NOW ONLINE - Now open for your viewing enjoyment in E.E.R's
new feature, 'Collectors Corner' is LP and EP cover art from all around the world. I am
working on bringing more for you to look at but in the mean time, take a look at these 2 new
sections as well as all the other collectibles online right now. Click on the Collectors Corner
banner over on the right of the screen.
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August 21st
COLLECTING ELVIS, I'VE HAD IT - Here, we have a letter from one of the listeners of
the E.E.R shows who shares his thoughts on why he feels it's time for him to call it a day as
far as collecting Elvis is concerned. Read all about it here
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August 21st
ELVIS ON TOUR, MY THOUGHTS - Another one of our listeners has sent in their
thoughts on the whole 'Elvis On Tour' release. Read it here
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August 21st
REMEMBERING ELVIS PART 3 - Join Lee for the 3rd part of E.E.R's special shows
'Remembering Elvis' in commemoration of the 33rd Anniversary of Elvis' passing on August
16th 1977. This edition focuses on the 70's master recordings from 1970 to 1976. To access
the show, just click below to enter the 'Remembering Elvis' page. The 'Remembering Elvis'
series concludes tomorrow with Elvis Live.
August 21st
ELVIS CHRISTMAS DVD - Listed on Amazon.com is a DVD now available for pre-order
entilted 'Elvis Christmas'. Nothing much is known about what this DVD will be all about
except the following:
Format: NTSC
Company: SONY Music
ASIN number B003ZIXO3O
Release Date: October 12, 2010
RRP: $12.90
As soon as there is more information on what 'Elvis Christmas' the DVD will include, it will be
listed here on E.E.R. Want to order it now anyway? Go Here
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August 21st
ELVIS THE CONCERT 2011/12 - Elvis Unlimited tell us that SEG Events will bring the
big screen show, Elvis Presley In Concert to the USA, Canada and Asia in the spring of 2012.
Also, the European tour will begin in the fall of 2011. GREAT news, especially for Canadian
and Asian fans, which for some of them will be their first experience of these shows.
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August 21st
LP & EP COVER ART NOW ONLINE - Now open for your viewing enjoyment in E.E.R's
new feature, 'Collectors Corner' is LP and EP cover art from all around the world. I am
working on bringing more for you to look at but in the mean time, take a look at these 2 new
sections as well as all the other collectibles online right now. Click on the Collectors Corner
banner over on the right of the screen.
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August 21st
COLLECTING ELVIS, I'VE HAD IT - Here, we have a letter from one of the listeners of
the E.E.R shows who shares his thoughts on why he feels it's time for him to call it a day as
far as collecting Elvis is concerned. Read all about it here
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August 21st
ELVIS ON TOUR, MY THOUGHTS - Another one of our listeners has sent in their
thoughts on the whole 'Elvis On Tour' release. Read it here
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August 21st
REMEMBERING ELVIS PART 3 - Join Lee for the 3rd part of E.E.R's special shows
'Remembering Elvis' in commemoration of the 33rd Anniversary of Elvis' passing on August
16th 1977. This edition focuses on the 70's master recordings from 1970 to 1976. To access
the show, just click below to enter the 'Remembering Elvis' page. The 'Remembering Elvis'
series concludes tomorrow with Elvis Live.
The EPE DJ: When EPE are not IMPing around there is 'Club Elvis' which charge fans $25 for
the privilege of listening to Elvis music through a DJ and the right to buy their own drinks.
Colin went to the 'Club Elvis' event and told me "I asked for 'Fun In Acapulco' he (the DJ)
looked at me all stupid and told me 'Thats was a movie', I said yes I would like the song
please. He laughed and said again 'Its a movie'. I just shook my head and walked away".
Candlelight Vigil: Here is a couple of posts from Colin' facebook page regarding the vigil...
1 - Heading out to do what I came to Memphis to do, pay my respects to Elvis at the
candlelight vigil.
2 - Payed my respects to Elvis. But to all you IMPS out there who turned up at the Graceland
gates dressed as Elvis. YOU ARE AN F...ING DISGRACE, posing for photos. Its so
disrespectful at the home of the King. Save it for your fake shows you bunch of idiots.
Colin also told me, "Lee, they were everywhere, I was even approached by one for a photo. I
won't tell you what i said or did. but he will never ask me again."
There was only and will ever only be one Elvis Presley. If you want to dress as Elvis on stage
or dress as Elvis as if he is in rehearsal of TTWII then do so in your own home or whatever,
but show some respect to the memory of Elvis and dress in normal clothes when visiting the
man's home and especially when you pay respects at his grave.
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August 22nd
REMEMBERING ELVIS CONCLUDES - Join Lee for the last time on E.E.R's special
shows 'Remembering Elvis' in commemoration of the 33rd Anniversary of Elvis' passing on
August 16th 1977. This edition focuses on the live recordings from 1969 to 1977. To access
the show, just click below to enter the 'Remembering Elvis' page. The 'Remembering Elvis'
series will be available here until Wednesday 25th August.
the privilege of listening to Elvis music through a DJ and the right to buy their own drinks.
Colin went to the 'Club Elvis' event and told me "I asked for 'Fun In Acapulco' he (the DJ)
looked at me all stupid and told me 'Thats was a movie', I said yes I would like the song
please. He laughed and said again 'Its a movie'. I just shook my head and walked away".
Candlelight Vigil: Here is a couple of posts from Colin' facebook page regarding the vigil...
1 - Heading out to do what I came to Memphis to do, pay my respects to Elvis at the
candlelight vigil.
2 - Payed my respects to Elvis. But to all you IMPS out there who turned up at the Graceland
gates dressed as Elvis. YOU ARE AN F...ING DISGRACE, posing for photos. Its so
disrespectful at the home of the King. Save it for your fake shows you bunch of idiots.
Colin also told me, "Lee, they were everywhere, I was even approached by one for a photo. I
won't tell you what i said or did. but he will never ask me again."
There was only and will ever only be one Elvis Presley. If you want to dress as Elvis on stage
or dress as Elvis as if he is in rehearsal of TTWII then do so in your own home or whatever,
but show some respect to the memory of Elvis and dress in normal clothes when visiting the
man's home and especially when you pay respects at his grave.
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August 22nd
REMEMBERING ELVIS CONCLUDES - Join Lee for the last time on E.E.R's special
shows 'Remembering Elvis' in commemoration of the 33rd Anniversary of Elvis' passing on
August 16th 1977. This edition focuses on the live recordings from 1969 to 1977. To access
the show, just click below to enter the 'Remembering Elvis' page. The 'Remembering Elvis'
series will be available here until Wednesday 25th August.
August 24th
ELVIS SINGLE COVERS - I am pleased to announce that Collectors Corner now has
more than 700 Elvis single cover art online from around the world for you to enjoy taking a
look at. This new feature is in addition to more than 150 LP covers and over 300 EP covers
as well as vintage adverts, concert items, menus, TV guides and more. Check out the all new
Collectors Corner by clicking on the banner to the right.
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August 24th
KEEPER OF THE ELVIS CATALOG - Here is an interesting article about Ernst
Jorgensen which takes a look at the up coming masters collection and looks at how Elvis'
body of work is handled. Read it here
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August 24th
MARTY' ELVIS MAGAZINE COLLECTION - Being one of the closest friends of Elvis
Presley, Marty has been sent newspapers and magazines from Elvis fan club leaders around
the world. Now Marty is offering a fan the chance to buy those magazines from him. Below is
from the ebay description:
Through the years since Elvis Presley’s death, Marty Lacker, who was Elvis’ right hand man
for a number of years and the co-best man at Elvis’ wedding has conversed with many fans
online in various forums and via email. Marty has always graciously answered fans
questions about the 20 years he was close to Elvis and because of that accessibility online
many fans have been sending Marty various publications and lots of news clippings about
Elvis.
After reading them all, instead of throwing them away, for whatever reason, Marty has always
just tossed them in a big box in his closet and basically has forgotten about them, that is until
now. Out of necessity he decided the other night to clean those boxes out and free up some
closet space. There are many publications and news clippings and every one of them
features stories and great pictures about Elvis and his life. They are dated from the 80’s
through the 90’s and the beginning of the 2000’s. In addition, most of them feature Elvis on
the front cover in beautiful color and some are Black and White. Marty wants to get rid of them
as he has had them long enough and instead of throwing them in the away, he has decided
to offer them here on eBay so that some Elvis fan can enjoy this great collection. There are
probably many of them that most of you have never seen or read. Go to the ebay listing
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August 24th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 23rd
ELVIS 75 GOES SILVER - Earlier today I reported the news that 'Elvis 75' has re-entered
the UK album charts. Well, there is even more great news, as of today (23rd August) the
album 'Elvis 75' has sold 63,798 copies here in the UK, thereby making the title eligible for a
SILVER Award (Minimum sales of 60,000).
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August 23rd
KING CREOLE FTD IN THE ZONE - Now available in the Request Zone is the latest
FTD release, 'King Creole'. While the album does not include anything unreleased, all the
great songs are included. With the terrible omission of the amazing version of 'Crawfish' with
Kitty White. Get on over to the Request Zone and send in your song choice for the E.E.R
shows.
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August 23rd
ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - The week of E.E.R starts today. This weeks edition of the
Elvis Love Show is now online. Join Lana as she plays the songs you have requested to be
heard. To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
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August 23rd
MORE VIVA ELVIS VIDEO - Brian Quinn has sent me another link to some more
footage from the 'Viva Elvis' show in Las Vegas. As well as the highly anticipated album, I
really do hope that a DVD will be not far behind so we can all share the Cirque Du Soleil Elvis
experience. To view the latest 6 minute video go - SORRY VIDEO REMOVED
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August 23rd
ELVIS THE RECORD RE-LISTED - Last week I reported news that Marty Lacker was
selling his personal copies of the vintage magazine that he and Billy Smith used to produce
back in the late 70's & early 80's. Well he has found another issue making it 9 of these cool
Elvis magazines up for grabs. If you are interested in owning Marty Lacker's own personal
copies of 'Elvis The Record' then take a look at the ebay listing here
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August 23rd
ELVIS 75 BACK IN THE UK CHARTS - The 3 CD compilation album, 'Elvis 75' has re-
entered in to the UK album chart at number 56.
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August 23rd
MARTY ON ELVIS WEEK IMPS - In response to the news item yesterday about the
IMPS that congregated at Elvis Week and even dressed in their Elvis clothes for the vigil,
Elvis' longtime friend, Marty Lacker shared his thoughts...
"That report on EER about impersonators wearing jumpsuits at the Vigil makes my stomach
turn and even more disgusted and disappointed in EPE.
Those ass-clowns should be barred from the vigil if they wear a jumpsuit! It's enough that the
biggest emphasis is being placed on Elvis Week by EPE is the idiotic Impersonator Contest
and shows and it just fortifies my belief that neither Priscilla nor Lisa care about Elvis'
memory and legacy.
These ass-clowns in their dumbass jumpsuits have made the media look at Elvis as a
cartoon character".
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August 23rd
NEW PHOTO OF THE WEEK - The new photo of the week is now online for your to
look at and enjoy. This week it's another great photo of Elvis playing the new Presley product,
a toy Elvis Presley guitar. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past
gems here.
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August 23rd
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 22nd
IMPS AT THE CANDLELIGHT VIGIL - E.E.R listener Colin P contacted me because he
wanted to share his anger and disgust at the way IMPS thought nothing of dressing us Elvis
on the candlelight vigil. Dressing as Elvis in casual dress or jumpsuit while walking around
Memphis is bad enough, but to do it while walking around Graceland or even worse on the
vigil is downright disrespectful. Colin said "There was a list of events and the IMPS meet and
greet event said sold out. I couldnt believe it".
ELVIS SINGLE COVERS - I am pleased to announce that Collectors Corner now has
more than 700 Elvis single cover art online from around the world for you to enjoy taking a
look at. This new feature is in addition to more than 150 LP covers and over 300 EP covers
as well as vintage adverts, concert items, menus, TV guides and more. Check out the all new
Collectors Corner by clicking on the banner to the right.
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August 24th
KEEPER OF THE ELVIS CATALOG - Here is an interesting article about Ernst
Jorgensen which takes a look at the up coming masters collection and looks at how Elvis'
body of work is handled. Read it here
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August 24th
MARTY' ELVIS MAGAZINE COLLECTION - Being one of the closest friends of Elvis
Presley, Marty has been sent newspapers and magazines from Elvis fan club leaders around
the world. Now Marty is offering a fan the chance to buy those magazines from him. Below is
from the ebay description:
Through the years since Elvis Presley’s death, Marty Lacker, who was Elvis’ right hand man
for a number of years and the co-best man at Elvis’ wedding has conversed with many fans
online in various forums and via email. Marty has always graciously answered fans
questions about the 20 years he was close to Elvis and because of that accessibility online
many fans have been sending Marty various publications and lots of news clippings about
Elvis.
After reading them all, instead of throwing them away, for whatever reason, Marty has always
just tossed them in a big box in his closet and basically has forgotten about them, that is until
now. Out of necessity he decided the other night to clean those boxes out and free up some
closet space. There are many publications and news clippings and every one of them
features stories and great pictures about Elvis and his life. They are dated from the 80’s
through the 90’s and the beginning of the 2000’s. In addition, most of them feature Elvis on
the front cover in beautiful color and some are Black and White. Marty wants to get rid of them
as he has had them long enough and instead of throwing them in the away, he has decided
to offer them here on eBay so that some Elvis fan can enjoy this great collection. There are
probably many of them that most of you have never seen or read. Go to the ebay listing
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August 24th
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 23rd
ELVIS 75 GOES SILVER - Earlier today I reported the news that 'Elvis 75' has re-entered
the UK album charts. Well, there is even more great news, as of today (23rd August) the
album 'Elvis 75' has sold 63,798 copies here in the UK, thereby making the title eligible for a
SILVER Award (Minimum sales of 60,000).
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August 23rd
KING CREOLE FTD IN THE ZONE - Now available in the Request Zone is the latest
FTD release, 'King Creole'. While the album does not include anything unreleased, all the
great songs are included. With the terrible omission of the amazing version of 'Crawfish' with
Kitty White. Get on over to the Request Zone and send in your song choice for the E.E.R
shows.
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August 23rd
ELVIS LOVE SHOW ONLINE - The week of E.E.R starts today. This weeks edition of the
Elvis Love Show is now online. Join Lana as she plays the songs you have requested to be
heard. To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show banner over on the left.
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August 23rd
MORE VIVA ELVIS VIDEO - Brian Quinn has sent me another link to some more
footage from the 'Viva Elvis' show in Las Vegas. As well as the highly anticipated album, I
really do hope that a DVD will be not far behind so we can all share the Cirque Du Soleil Elvis
experience. To view the latest 6 minute video go - SORRY VIDEO REMOVED
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August 23rd
ELVIS THE RECORD RE-LISTED - Last week I reported news that Marty Lacker was
selling his personal copies of the vintage magazine that he and Billy Smith used to produce
back in the late 70's & early 80's. Well he has found another issue making it 9 of these cool
Elvis magazines up for grabs. If you are interested in owning Marty Lacker's own personal
copies of 'Elvis The Record' then take a look at the ebay listing here
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August 23rd
ELVIS 75 BACK IN THE UK CHARTS - The 3 CD compilation album, 'Elvis 75' has re-
entered in to the UK album chart at number 56.
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August 23rd
MARTY ON ELVIS WEEK IMPS - In response to the news item yesterday about the
IMPS that congregated at Elvis Week and even dressed in their Elvis clothes for the vigil,
Elvis' longtime friend, Marty Lacker shared his thoughts...
"That report on EER about impersonators wearing jumpsuits at the Vigil makes my stomach
turn and even more disgusted and disappointed in EPE.
Those ass-clowns should be barred from the vigil if they wear a jumpsuit! It's enough that the
biggest emphasis is being placed on Elvis Week by EPE is the idiotic Impersonator Contest
and shows and it just fortifies my belief that neither Priscilla nor Lisa care about Elvis'
memory and legacy.
These ass-clowns in their dumbass jumpsuits have made the media look at Elvis as a
cartoon character".
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August 23rd
NEW PHOTO OF THE WEEK - The new photo of the week is now online for your to
look at and enjoy. This week it's another great photo of Elvis playing the new Presley product,
a toy Elvis Presley guitar. Take a look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past
gems here.
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August 23rd
ASK MARTY - Another new question is now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out this new addition and
read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 22nd
IMPS AT THE CANDLELIGHT VIGIL - E.E.R listener Colin P contacted me because he
wanted to share his anger and disgust at the way IMPS thought nothing of dressing us Elvis
on the candlelight vigil. Dressing as Elvis in casual dress or jumpsuit while walking around
Memphis is bad enough, but to do it while walking around Graceland or even worse on the
vigil is downright disrespectful. Colin said "There was a list of events and the IMPS meet and
greet event said sold out. I couldnt believe it".
August 25th
HIT SONGWRITER DIES - Songwriter George David Weiss,
who helped write Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love" and
Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World," passed away from
natural causes yesterday at his home in Oldwick, New Jersey at
the age of 89.
Elvis recorded 'Can't Help Falling In Love' on March 23rd 1960 for
the movie, 'Blue Hawaii'. The song became one of Elvis' most well
known songs which he would use to close almost all of his shows
HIT SONGWRITER DIES - Songwriter George David Weiss,
who helped write Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love" and
Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World," passed away from
natural causes yesterday at his home in Oldwick, New Jersey at
the age of 89.
Elvis recorded 'Can't Help Falling In Love' on March 23rd 1960 for
the movie, 'Blue Hawaii'. The song became one of Elvis' most well
known songs which he would use to close almost all of his shows
through the 1970's. Beyond writing Elvis' 1960 hit, Weiss also had his songs performed by
the likes of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Sammy Davis Jr., Nat King Cole, Tom Jones and
Janis Joplin. Weiss also collaborated on several Broadway musicals and wrote film scores.
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the likes of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Sammy Davis Jr., Nat King Cole, Tom Jones and
Janis Joplin. Weiss also collaborated on several Broadway musicals and wrote film scores.
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August 25th
TAKE ME TO THE FAIR - Sent into me by one of our listeners
is a cool photo and news that he discovered while on holiday at
Pontins in Wakes.
To see the photo and to read how Pontins are helping Elvis get
introduced to Children all across the UK, just click here
TAKE ME TO THE FAIR - Sent into me by one of our listeners
is a cool photo and news that he discovered while on holiday at
Pontins in Wakes.
To see the photo and to read how Pontins are helping Elvis get
introduced to Children all across the UK, just click here
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August 28th
ELVIS 77 THE NEXT TEASER - The imminent new Boxcar ‘ELVIS 77 – THE FINAL
CURTAIN’ release have just issued its second trailer focusing only on the 400 page book and
the 2 DVD’s containing the 8mm movies.
It is understood that this is part of a 6 DVD and 6 CD package promising unreleased footage
and new complete soundboards. However due to security issues, further contents of the box
cannot be revealed at this time. In the meantime further details have surfaced that this set will
be out before the end of the year but will only be Limited to 1500 copies. It is also estimated
that the initial cost is around the 250 Euro mark (approx £210). If any of their previous
releases are anything to go by, as soon as it is released, the price is expected to go much
higher. See It Here
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August 27th
ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#679] is now available to
download until 8am [UK Time] 03rd September 2010.
Join Lee & Joe for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as they play all the songs you love to
hear from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis
world. Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To
download this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
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August 27th
SOMETHING CRAZY AT ASK MARTY - We love getting questions in for our Ask Marty
section, and this time we get a great one from a listener who lifts the lid on one of the most
ridiculous and pathetic claims ever from an Elvis IMP. Marty does not pull any punches on his
reply to this one and I just want to thank Chad for brining this outrageous claim to the Ask
Marty section so that he can tell it how it is and was Check out this new addition and read
back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 27th
REQUEST ZONE ADDITIONS - New titles added to the Request Zone are volume three
of the 'Our Memories Of Elvis' series from Victrola and also the added is the album titled,
'Welcome To The Jungle' which features outtakes of the 2 songs 'Solitaire' & 'Moody Blue'.
Get on over to the Request Zone by clicking the banner to the right.
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August 27th
ELVIS LOOSES OUT ON MAJOR POLL - A while back, E.E.R pushed for fans to vote
for Elvis in a major poll by CNN to find the number one global music icon. Well, sadly Elvis
has lost out to the self titled King of Pop Michael Jackson who topped the poll with 100,000
votes. The acts who made up the rest of the top 5 were The Beatles, Leslie Cheung, Elvis
Presley and Bob Marley.
To add insult to injury the VH1's '100 Greatest Music Artists of All Time' list was topped by
The Beatles with Dylan second and Jackson third. Elvis came in at a disappointing EIGHTH
place behind Jimi Hendrix (6th) and Prince (7th). Many thanks to Brian Quinn.
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August 26th
ELVIS BACK ON THE BILLBOARD CHARTS - Brian Quinn sent me news from
Billboard's 'Industry News' dated today (26th August, 2010) commenting on the Top 200
Album Charts. Elvis Presley: The King of Rock & Roll's "Elvis: Memories" returns to the list at
No. 72 following a direct-response TV advertising campaign kicked into high-gear. It went
from selling a negligible number the week previous to 6,000 this week.
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August 26th
BILL KENWRIGHT TALKS TO PRISCILLA - Bill Kenwright, the man who says Elvis
once came to London in a top secret visit with Tommy Steele while stationed in Germany will
be interviewing Priscilla on BBC Radio 2 on Wednesday 1st September.
Priscilla is currently developing a stage play based on her life, which is written from the
perspective of a teenage girl thrust into the public eye because of her relationship with one of
the most famous men in the world. She will also be appearing in 'Elvis Forever', Radio 2's
concert celebrating the music of Elvis Presley, which is live from London's Hyde Park on
Sunday 12 September.
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August 26th
HYDE PARK 'FOREVER ELVIS' SHOW UPDATE - 40,000 tickets have been sold so
far for the BBC Radio 2 open air concert in tribute to Elvis. Just announced to appear in the
line-up is Elvis' own backing group the TCB Band featuring James Burton, Jerry Scheff,
Ronnie Tutt and Glen D Hardin who will perform a number of songs both with the artists and
with Elvis on the big screen. The proceedings will be led by Chris Evans plus other guest
presenters who are all great Elvis fans, culminating in a spectacular firework finale.
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August 26th
LAST CHANCE FOR MARTY' MAGS - On ebay now is the last chance to own Marty
Lacker's personal copies of the vintage 'Elvis The Record' magazines. Dating from the late
70's to the early 80's, the issues were chock full of inside stories, interviews and pictures,
from Billy and Marty as well as other members of the Memphis Mafia and others connected to
Elvis. They also set the record straight on other people’s writings, documentaries and false
claims about Elvis. Marty and Billy and others related their personal stories about all their
years with Elvis.
The offering consists of a special custom made, heavy duty brown binder made especially to
hold the various issues of the magazine and is embossed on the cover with Elvis The
Record in gold lettering. There are 9 issues in all dated from early ’79 to early ’81. Marty and
Billy had to stop printing the magazine as it had begun to take up time away from their regular
work back then.
This is the final time that Marty will be offering these magazine and if this final offering does
not sell then anyone interested can make Marty a fair offer. Go to the ebay listing
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August 26th
ASK MARTY - More new questions are now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out these new additions
and read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 25th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part Seven brings our celebration of the 40th Anniversary of
the M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is'. to a close. In this weeks show, Lee
brings you the last properly filmed show from August 13th 1970 dinner show.
The show is available to download for one week and to download this show simply click on
the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
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ELVIS 77 THE NEXT TEASER - The imminent new Boxcar ‘ELVIS 77 – THE FINAL
CURTAIN’ release have just issued its second trailer focusing only on the 400 page book and
the 2 DVD’s containing the 8mm movies.
It is understood that this is part of a 6 DVD and 6 CD package promising unreleased footage
and new complete soundboards. However due to security issues, further contents of the box
cannot be revealed at this time. In the meantime further details have surfaced that this set will
be out before the end of the year but will only be Limited to 1500 copies. It is also estimated
that the initial cost is around the 250 Euro mark (approx £210). If any of their previous
releases are anything to go by, as soon as it is released, the price is expected to go much
higher. See It Here
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August 27th
ELVIS REQUEST SHOW ONLINE - The Elvis Request Show [#679] is now available to
download until 8am [UK Time] 03rd September 2010.
Join Lee & Joe for the latest Request Show on E.E.R as they play all the songs you love to
hear from Elvis and read out your messages and opinions on the goings on in the Elvis
world. Elvis Express Radio is the place where your opinions are heard and shared. To
download this show simply click on the Request Show banner to the left.
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August 27th
SOMETHING CRAZY AT ASK MARTY - We love getting questions in for our Ask Marty
section, and this time we get a great one from a listener who lifts the lid on one of the most
ridiculous and pathetic claims ever from an Elvis IMP. Marty does not pull any punches on his
reply to this one and I just want to thank Chad for brining this outrageous claim to the Ask
Marty section so that he can tell it how it is and was Check out this new addition and read
back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 27th
REQUEST ZONE ADDITIONS - New titles added to the Request Zone are volume three
of the 'Our Memories Of Elvis' series from Victrola and also the added is the album titled,
'Welcome To The Jungle' which features outtakes of the 2 songs 'Solitaire' & 'Moody Blue'.
Get on over to the Request Zone by clicking the banner to the right.
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August 27th
ELVIS LOOSES OUT ON MAJOR POLL - A while back, E.E.R pushed for fans to vote
for Elvis in a major poll by CNN to find the number one global music icon. Well, sadly Elvis
has lost out to the self titled King of Pop Michael Jackson who topped the poll with 100,000
votes. The acts who made up the rest of the top 5 were The Beatles, Leslie Cheung, Elvis
Presley and Bob Marley.
To add insult to injury the VH1's '100 Greatest Music Artists of All Time' list was topped by
The Beatles with Dylan second and Jackson third. Elvis came in at a disappointing EIGHTH
place behind Jimi Hendrix (6th) and Prince (7th). Many thanks to Brian Quinn.
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August 26th
ELVIS BACK ON THE BILLBOARD CHARTS - Brian Quinn sent me news from
Billboard's 'Industry News' dated today (26th August, 2010) commenting on the Top 200
Album Charts. Elvis Presley: The King of Rock & Roll's "Elvis: Memories" returns to the list at
No. 72 following a direct-response TV advertising campaign kicked into high-gear. It went
from selling a negligible number the week previous to 6,000 this week.
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August 26th
BILL KENWRIGHT TALKS TO PRISCILLA - Bill Kenwright, the man who says Elvis
once came to London in a top secret visit with Tommy Steele while stationed in Germany will
be interviewing Priscilla on BBC Radio 2 on Wednesday 1st September.
Priscilla is currently developing a stage play based on her life, which is written from the
perspective of a teenage girl thrust into the public eye because of her relationship with one of
the most famous men in the world. She will also be appearing in 'Elvis Forever', Radio 2's
concert celebrating the music of Elvis Presley, which is live from London's Hyde Park on
Sunday 12 September.
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August 26th
HYDE PARK 'FOREVER ELVIS' SHOW UPDATE - 40,000 tickets have been sold so
far for the BBC Radio 2 open air concert in tribute to Elvis. Just announced to appear in the
line-up is Elvis' own backing group the TCB Band featuring James Burton, Jerry Scheff,
Ronnie Tutt and Glen D Hardin who will perform a number of songs both with the artists and
with Elvis on the big screen. The proceedings will be led by Chris Evans plus other guest
presenters who are all great Elvis fans, culminating in a spectacular firework finale.
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August 26th
LAST CHANCE FOR MARTY' MAGS - On ebay now is the last chance to own Marty
Lacker's personal copies of the vintage 'Elvis The Record' magazines. Dating from the late
70's to the early 80's, the issues were chock full of inside stories, interviews and pictures,
from Billy and Marty as well as other members of the Memphis Mafia and others connected to
Elvis. They also set the record straight on other people’s writings, documentaries and false
claims about Elvis. Marty and Billy and others related their personal stories about all their
years with Elvis.
The offering consists of a special custom made, heavy duty brown binder made especially to
hold the various issues of the magazine and is embossed on the cover with Elvis The
Record in gold lettering. There are 9 issues in all dated from early ’79 to early ’81. Marty and
Billy had to stop printing the magazine as it had begun to take up time away from their regular
work back then.
This is the final time that Marty will be offering these magazine and if this final offering does
not sell then anyone interested can make Marty a fair offer. Go to the ebay listing
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August 26th
ASK MARTY - More new questions are now online in our Ask Marty section, helping you to
learn a little more about the personal side of Elvis Presley. Check out these new additions
and read back over past Q & A's by clicking on the ASK MARTY banner to the right
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August 25th
THE TCB SHOW ONLINE - Part Seven brings our celebration of the 40th Anniversary of
the M.G.M motion picture, 'Elvis: Thats The Way It Is'. to a close. In this weeks show, Lee
brings you the last properly filmed show from August 13th 1970 dinner show.
The show is available to download for one week and to download this show simply click on
the Elvis TCB Show banner over on the left.
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August 28th
ELVIS 77 THE NEXT TEASER - The imminent new Boxcar
‘ELVIS 77 – THE FINAL CURTAIN’ release have just issued its
second trailer focusing only on the 400 page book and the 2 DVD’s
containing the 8mm movies.
It is understood that this is part of a 6 DVD and 6 CD package
promising unreleased footage and new complete soundboards.
However due to security issues, further contents of the box cannot
be revealed at this time. In the meantime further details have
surfaced that this set will be out before the end of the year but will
only be Limited to 1500 copies. It is also estimated that the initial
cost is around the 250 Euro mark (approx £210).
If any of their previous releases are anything to go by, as soon as it
is released, the price is expected to go much higher. See It Here
ELVIS 77 THE NEXT TEASER - The imminent new Boxcar
‘ELVIS 77 – THE FINAL CURTAIN’ release have just issued its
second trailer focusing only on the 400 page book and the 2 DVD’s
containing the 8mm movies.
It is understood that this is part of a 6 DVD and 6 CD package
promising unreleased footage and new complete soundboards.
However due to security issues, further contents of the box cannot
be revealed at this time. In the meantime further details have
surfaced that this set will be out before the end of the year but will
only be Limited to 1500 copies. It is also estimated that the initial
cost is around the 250 Euro mark (approx £210).
If any of their previous releases are anything to go by, as soon as it
is released, the price is expected to go much higher. See It Here
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August 28th
FAKES IN MEMPHIS - Elvis Week in Memphis saw many wanna-be's dressed up in their
Elvis clothes or Elvis Jumpsuits and if all these fakes were not enough it seems that there
were the odd fake Elvis items on sale ready to rip off fans seeking those vintage items that
were around when Elvis was.
FAKES IN MEMPHIS - Elvis Week in Memphis saw many wanna-be's dressed up in their
Elvis clothes or Elvis Jumpsuits and if all these fakes were not enough it seems that there
were the odd fake Elvis items on sale ready to rip off fans seeking those vintage items that
were around when Elvis was.
These hats were being sold at a sales
area in a Motel in Memphis by an old man
for $118.99 (£77.00 approx).
The seller had a big photo up beside
them from TTWII and was telling people
that these were the same hats seen in
that movie?.
Now then, for 40 year old Styrofoam hats,
these are in amazing condition but as my
area in a Motel in Memphis by an old man
for $118.99 (£77.00 approx).
The seller had a big photo up beside
them from TTWII and was telling people
that these were the same hats seen in
that movie?.
Now then, for 40 year old Styrofoam hats,
these are in amazing condition but as my
source points out, it's not just the outer looks that give the game away that show these hats
are modern knock offs.
"These new hats had three circles inside impressed in them...But the old ones had just one
circle and of course the white color is aged. Also, the bands were not glued on.
Do you know who was selling these? Do you know someone who bought one of these in
Memphis? If you do then let them know so that they can try to get their money back fast.
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are modern knock offs.
"These new hats had three circles inside impressed in them...But the old ones had just one
circle and of course the white color is aged. Also, the bands were not glued on.
Do you know who was selling these? Do you know someone who bought one of these in
Memphis? If you do then let them know so that they can try to get their money back fast.
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August 28th
ORIGINAL TRIBUTE TOUR 2011 - The ‘Original
Elvis Tribute’ show will be returning in May ‘11, and has
several surprises for the European fans. Bobby Wood will
be joining the band this time. No doubt most of you
already know that he was an integral part of the ‘American
Sound Studios’ band, with whom Elvis recorded his finest
albums FROM ELVIS IN MEMPHIS and BACK IN
MEMPHIS, as well as hit-singles like “Suspicious Minds”,
“In The Ghetto”, “Kentucky Rain” and “Don’t Cry Daddy”.
Mr. Wood will be bringing his old buddy & ‘American
Sound Studios’ associate, Johnny Christopher. Johnny
played rhythm guitar for Elvis during the Stax sessions in ’
73, and also wrote / co-wrote songs for him like “Always
On My Mind”, “Mama Liked The Roses” (Johnny
remembers Elvis crying when he first heard this song)
and “If You Talk In Your Sleep”.
ORIGINAL TRIBUTE TOUR 2011 - The ‘Original
Elvis Tribute’ show will be returning in May ‘11, and has
several surprises for the European fans. Bobby Wood will
be joining the band this time. No doubt most of you
already know that he was an integral part of the ‘American
Sound Studios’ band, with whom Elvis recorded his finest
albums FROM ELVIS IN MEMPHIS and BACK IN
MEMPHIS, as well as hit-singles like “Suspicious Minds”,
“In The Ghetto”, “Kentucky Rain” and “Don’t Cry Daddy”.
Mr. Wood will be bringing his old buddy & ‘American
Sound Studios’ associate, Johnny Christopher. Johnny
played rhythm guitar for Elvis during the Stax sessions in ’
73, and also wrote / co-wrote songs for him like “Always
On My Mind”, “Mama Liked The Roses” (Johnny
remembers Elvis crying when he first heard this song)
and “If You Talk In Your Sleep”.
Johnny Christopher will be singing his own songs at the shows, just like he did on the
original demos for Elvis. These shows will mark the first time ever that he performs at an
Elvis show, and it will also be his first visit to Europe. This time, the ‘Original Elvis Tribute’ will
have a special Memphis ’69 / Stax ’73 theme, and this may be the most exciting tour yet. For
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original demos for Elvis. These shows will mark the first time ever that he performs at an
Elvis show, and it will also be his first visit to Europe. This time, the ‘Original Elvis Tribute’ will
have a special Memphis ’69 / Stax ’73 theme, and this may be the most exciting tour yet. For
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August 30th
THE ELVIS LOVE SHOW NOW ONLINE - The week of E.E.R shows start today and
this weeks edition of the Elvis Love Show is now online. Join Lana as she plays the songs
you have requested to be heard. To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show
banner over on the left.
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August 30th
NEW PHOTO OF THE WEEK - This week is a photo looking all snug in a very warm
looking jacket. And as September is fast approaching and the cold days are soon to follow, it
may be an idea to start digging out your winter wear ready for the temperature drop. Take a
look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past gems here.
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THE ELVIS LOVE SHOW NOW ONLINE - The week of E.E.R shows start today and
this weeks edition of the Elvis Love Show is now online. Join Lana as she plays the songs
you have requested to be heard. To download this show simply click on the Elvis Love Show
banner over on the left.
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August 30th
NEW PHOTO OF THE WEEK - This week is a photo looking all snug in a very warm
looking jacket. And as September is fast approaching and the cold days are soon to follow, it
may be an idea to start digging out your winter wear ready for the temperature drop. Take a
look at this week's super Elvis picture of the week and past gems here.
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