Elvis in Tickle Me

The last news about Elvis in Tickle Me book stated that JAT Publishing was sold out, and confirmed to us they are not taking any website orders for this title. We still have a few copies left for sale ( only 5 copies ) so you can write to us if you are looking for a copy at fecc@elvis-collectors.com or contact your favorite distributor.

For those interested there's a trailer up on You Tube for this book. For those interested with concert pictures, there's a bonus CD enhanced feature with photographs from the New Year's Eve Pontiac show.

source: JAT Publishing / FECC - December 13, 2007


MY BABY LEFT ME' TO ENTER INTO GUINNESS BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS

Joseph pirzada received a call today informing that the UK MRS CD Single release of My Baby Left Me RELEASED IN August 2007 only through HMV Stores is to enter into the 2009 Edition of Guinness Book of World Records. This is on basis that it took nearly 52 years from the time it was recorded, to be a hit. This is the longest time it took for a track to become a hit. The MRS single release of My Baby Left Me entered the UK chart at #19 and has since sold over 20,000 copies.
Source: Joe Pizarda - December 11, 2007


Interview with Joe Esposito

The site Elvis Brasil has an interview with Joe Esposito. You can reach their site at www.elvisbrasil.com or access the interview directly at www.elvisbrasil.com/epbrasil/JOEESPOSITOINTERVIEW.htm .

source: Sergio Luiz - December 10, 2007


Inside Graceland Released

Elvis Unlimiteds new book Inside Graceland has now been released. Like we mentioned yesterday was the book not planned before Monday, but because of the great demand and of course the Christmas sale did we decide release it three days earlier. Inside Graceland is a 112 page full colour photo book made from pictures from the world's top Elvis collector and historian Sherif Hanna. Among the photos in the book Inside Graceland are stunning photos of Elvis' personal items and wardrobe taken before the mansion opened to the public. You get a very rare and intimate look Inside Graceland when it was still a home and before it was a museum. What you see is the red carpet and very different furniture that Elvis had in the 1970s. The Elvis Unlimited team, Sherif Hanna and the writer Megan Murphy are proud of the book and hope that every Elvis fan will enjoy it. You can order Inside Graceland from Elvis Unlimited for $ 50.00.
Source: Elvis-Unlimited - Update December 7, 2007


Elvis in Tickle Me & Elvis Portraits

All Elvis in Tickle Me books/cds/and calendars have been distributed.Thanks to everyone for making this book one of our fastest sellouts again. Please contact your favorite Elvis distributor for your copy!!! ELVIS PORTRAITS coming soon with over 100 FULL COLOR (approximate 9'' X 10 '') PHOTOGRAPHS ..THE BOOK you only dreamed of will soon be reality. 

source: JAT Productions - December 2, 2007


Elvis Presley Leads the Early Voting for the Greatest Rock n' Roll Artist of All-Time

With a little over five weeks remaining to vote, Elvis Presley has an impressive lead in RockinTown.com's annual poll of the Greatest Rock n' Roll Artist of All-Time. The King leads Led Zeppelin and Evanescence, who are virtually tied for 2nd and 3rd, in the most recent tally. Last year's winner, Pearl Jam, is fourth while the 2005 winner, Nirvana, sits at 7th. Fans have until New Year's Eve to vote for their favorite artist.

"The 30th anniversary of Presley's death was this year," said RockinTown editor Mark Clinton. "Elvis has been gone a long time. So it's pretty amazing he still has a hold on a sizable audience." Led Zeppelin has consistently placed in the survey's Top 5 while Evanescence is the most current band to land in the Top 10.

Presley is the only 1950's star to make the survey's Top 50. 1960's legends The Beatles and Rolling Stones are at #12 and #22, respectively. "Whether you are talking about his '50s rock or legendary comeback, Presley's music and image obviously has enormous staying power," added Clinton.

There might also be another reason. The 1950s are seen as a peaceful and optimistic era (even though that's not entirely true). "And after the tumultuous '60s, the '70s were practically docile, or as close to the '50s as we'd ever get," said Clinton. "Elvis reached iconic status in the '70s performing sold-out shows in Vegas when he wasn't touring. So he's directly associated with two of the better decades - at least in memory. When times are uncertain, people get nostalgic." A complete list of the Greatest Rock n' Roll Artists is available at www.rockintown.com.
update November 27, 2007


Inside Graceland

As a special addition to the Inside series from Elvis Unlimited will a book titled Inside Graceland be release in early December 2007. Inside Graceland is the book that every Elvis fan has been waiting for. Inside Graceland bring you on a pictorial journey back to the time when Elvis Presley - the biggest entertainer in the history of popular music lived in the mansion. What you can find on the 112 pages of never before seen pictures is that the foyer, the living room, the dining room and even the jungle room has changed a lot since Elvis died.

What you will see here for the fist time in print is the red Ludwig XV style rooms that were installed in 1974. More than half of the pictures were shot in 1975. Elvis girlfriend from 1972-75 Linda Thompson takes the photographer on a tour through the house. The rest of the pictures were shot after August 1977, with several of them right after Elvis died and around the time of the opening of Graceland. Apart from the unique pictures the book is also filled with quotes from the people who were there in the 1970s.
The pictures in the book are from the collection of the mega Elvis collector Sherif Hanna. The well informative text in the book has been written by Megan Murphy. You will also find quotes from well know persons like Linda Thompson, Sandi Miller, Nobert Putnam and others. Dont miss this unique chance to travel back in time and visit Elvis home in the 1970s.
Welcome inside Graceland!

Release date December 10, 2007.
source: Elvis Unlimited / November 23, 2007


Elvis Unlimited #35

We just receievd the latest magazine of Elvis Unlimited, and the lay-out of the magazine is getting better with every issue. The scoop in this issue is an interesting interview with mega-collector Sherif Hanna. Also we'll find lot of indepth review of BMG and import CD's, several pages about Elvis 30th anniversary and more news. For more information you can go to Elvis Unlimited website.
Update November 21, 2007


Elvis in Tickle Me

JAT Productions informed us their latest book Elvis in Tickle Me with bonus CD & pocket calendar will be shipping early next week. This is the last chance to order directly from them at jatpublishing.com as the book is nearly sold out on pre-sales only.

source: Joe Tunzi / November 20, 2007


Elvis - Portraits

The art cover published on our site yesterday wasn't the correct one. The new one above may still be a mock up cover for this project as they might decide later on for something different. As mentioned yesterday, Elvis - Portraits is for celebrating twenty years of JAT Productions and this special project will be a hardback ALL COLOR BOOK. This new book is scheduled for the first quarter of 2008.

source : JAT Productions / November 12, 2007


Elvis - Portraits

JAT Productions next project right after Elvis In Tickle Me will be a book titled Elvis - Portraits. Celebrating twenty years of JAT Productions this special project will be a hardback ALL COLOR BOOK . This new book is scheduled for the first quarter of 2008.

source: JAT Productions / November 11, 2007


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Elvis In Tickle Me Ad

The book Elvis In Tickle Me from JAT Publishing will come with a bonus CD and 2008 pocket calendar. Coming soon from JAT Publishing a new book for their 20th Anniversary an ALL COLOR BOOK titled Elvis Portraits Of Our Love.

source: JAT Publishing / October 14, 2007


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ELVIS PRESLEY: NEW YORK RCA STUDIO 1
THE COMPLETE SESSIONS

This next installment from UK Memphis Recording Service is released 12th November. This Audio Visual CD release is remastered in high quality sound by Real Bouwman and is by far the best versions ever released. This production is in full cooperation with special thanks to Alfred Wertheimer for rare and some newly discovered photographs for the accompaniment.
CD contains 39 newly restored and remastered classic recordings including: Blue Suede Shoes, Hound Dog, My Baby Left Me, Session recordings, Interview, Previously Unreleased Material and 3 Bonus tracks.
Bonus Disc: DVD-AUDIO 5.1/Dolby Digital The DVD-A version is remastered in high quality 24 bit 96 kHz sound. Experience these recordings in high quality sound for the first time ever. All tracks are accompanied by rare photographs.
Bonus Book contains full written notes on the all the NY sessions and is accompanied by many photographs including a stunning collection of rare and unpublished shots by Alfred Wertheimer.
MASTER TRACKS
01. BLUE SUEDE SHOES / 02. MY BABY LEFT ME / 03. ONE SIDED LOVE AFFAIR / 04. SO GLAD YOURE MINE / 05. IM GONNA SIT RIGHT DOWN AND CRY (OVER YOU) / 06. TUTTI FRUTTI / 07. LAWDY, MISS CLAWDY / 08. SHAKE RATTLE AND ROLL / 09. HOUND DOG / 10. DON'T BE CRUEL / 11. ANYWAY YOU WANT ME (THAT'S HOW I WILL BE) / 12. DON DAVIS INTERVIEWS ELVIS

SESSION TRACKS
LAWDY MISS CLAWDY
13. take 1 & incomplete take 2 2.40 / 14. take 3 2.19 / 15. take 4 2.18 / 16. take 5 2.20 / 17. take 6 2.20 / 18. take 7 1.51 / 19. take 8 0.59 / 20. take 9 2.15 / 21. take 10 2.29 / 22. take 11 0.12 / 23. take 12 2.20

SHAKE RATTLE AND ROLL
24. take 1 0.37 / 25. take 2 2.35 / 26. take 3 0.19 / 27. take 5 0.47 (take 4, not called) / 28. take 6 0.34 / 29. take 7 2.38 / 30. take 8 2.36 / 31. take 9 0.21 / 32. take 10 0.11 / 33. take 11 0.14 / 34. take 12 1.41 / 35. take 12 2.34 (Unedited Undubbed Master) / 36. take 12 2.26 (Edit Undubbed Master)
* Previously Unreleased

BONUS TRACKS (ON CD ONLY)
Previous Artist Versions.
37. MY BABY LEFT ME - Performed by Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup / 38. HOUND DOG - Performed by Freddie Bell and the Bell Boys / 39. SO GLAD YOURE MINE - Performed by Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup
Source: Joseph Pirzarda - Update October 12, 2007

Elvis : Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 3

Joe Tunzi informed us he was sold out on his most recent project Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 3. If you are looking for a copy of this then go to your favorite dealer !!!

source: Joe Tunzi - September 19, 2007


Our Memories of Elvis

Available Now- OUR MEMORIES OF ELVIS by Dr.George & Nichopoulos with Joe Russo.
 
High quality, color 20-page souvenir book filled with rare and interesting photos, memories and personal memorabilia. Not sold in stores! Available only from the official Dr. Nick website:  www.elvisdoctor.com

source: Joe Russo - September 14, 2007


Elvis in Tickle Me

Next project Elvis in Tickle Me from JAT Productions will be release in December. There's no definite date yet but should be out before the Christmas Holidays. The book will come with a bonus CD. The book will be available at your favorite dealer or directly from JAT Productions.

source: JAT Production - September 12, 2007


Elvis : Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 3 Out Now

Joe Tunzi informed us his new DVD is out now and in the process of shipping them out. There are not too many copies left for retail and the last few days to order before it goes sold out. You can get all the details for ordering on JAT Publishing website.

source: Joe Tunzi / August 3, 2007


Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley Out Now

The DVD only version of Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley is out now. You can go at the Memphis Recording Service for more details.

source: Joseph Pirzada / August 1, 2007


Elvis : Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 3 available soon

Joe Tunzi informed us his latest DVD project Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 3 will be out on July 31st and all  shipments will be done during the following days. The number of copies available through him is very low so don't wait if you wish to order the DVD directly from JAT Productions.

source: Joe Tunzi / July 28, 2007


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Elvis Presley - My Baby Left Me

An exclusive joint venture with MRS and HMV UK release a 30th Anniversary Enhanced CD Single and 10 Vinyl Limited Edition Special using original 1956 HMV artwork inner labels and sleeves. All units are individually numbered. 

My Baby Left Me, a classic rock anthem very much neglected by BMG, is released as an A side for the first time backed with One-Sided Love Affair on August 20th 2007. The CD will also include a live video of Elvis performing Dont Be Cruel in Tupelo Mississippi. 

This release is ONLY available to purchase on the HMV website and Stores only on the week of release. 

The CD and 10 vinyl tracks are from newly sourced masters. We are proud that the master we have for One-Sided Love Affair will noticeably take the lead in sound quality on anything that has previously been released. The full take version can be heard on a forthcoming MRS released later this year.  

The CD single is packaged with a completely black CD (both sides) and will have the original HMV standard label GOLD PRINT ON PURPLE in a vinyl effect record. This is then housed in a smart HMV 45 wallet replicated from the original 1956 sleeve which in turn is then placed into the picture CD cover. The stickers will be on the shrink wrap not on the artwork. Only 15,000 copies are made of these and all are individually numbered.  

The 10 vinyl is packaged in high grade stock cover, again replicated to the original HMV sleeve and the labels will be replicated to the original HMV EXPORT version of the original. GOLD PRINT ON PURPLE print. Only 10,000 are made of these and all are individually numbered.  

The tracks will also be available for download from all good download stores including HMV and Itunes. 

The Tracks are: 

CD SINGLE: 15,000 NUMBERED COPIES 

  1. MY BABY LEFT ME
  2. ONE-SIDED LOVE AFFAIR 

BONUS VIDEO TRACK 

  1. DONT BE CRUEL (LIVE AFTERNOON SHOW TUPELO 1956) 

THE CD SINGLE IS ENHANCED CD (to play on computers) CONTAINING THE VIDEO CLIP, PHOTOGRAPHS AND MORE FOOTAGE 

10 VINYL: 10,000 NUMBERED COPIES   

1. MY BABY LEFT ME

2A.ONE-SIDED LOVE AFFAIR

2B.DONT BE CRUEL (LIVE EVENING SHOW TUPELO 1956) 

There will be a very special in store price but in the meantime, the online price for CD single is 3.99 and 4.99 for the 10 vinyl all with FREE DELIVERY.  

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There will be no extra copies made and the limited numbers are final.

source: Joseph Pirzada / July 27, 2007


Sam Thompson To Join Essential Elvis event in Memphis

The team at Essential Elvis in the UK has just announced that Sam Thompson will be joining the impressive list of guests at their event on Dolan Drive in Memphis.  Sam will be joining Nr. Nick, Dean Nichopoulos, Billy & Jo Smith, Marty & Patsy Lacker, Jeanne LeMay Dumas, Joe Tunzi and Susan Henning on the evening of August 15th at Vernon Presley's former home.

For more information, and important details on how to obtain tickets, please visit www.essentialelvis.com.  You can email direct at enquiries@essentialelvis.com

Source: Andrew Hearn / July 27, 2007


Australian Compilation for Kids

This new Australian compilation for kids titled Hits For Kids 8 may interest some collectors since it contains one track by Elvis. There are 22 tracks from 22 different performers such as : Gwen Stefani, Britney Spears, Boney M, Billy Ocean, Cyndi Lauper, Abba, Olivia Newton-John & John Travolta and many others. The track by Elvis is '' Rubberneckin' ''.

source: Evan Mueller / July 27, 2007


Essential Elvis #53

We just received the new issue of the fanmagazine "Essential Elvis". In this magazine we have some interesting articles such as "The King in Germany", the 50th anniversary of "Peace in The Valley". and "An Interview With Joseph Tunzi" with some tough questions asked.
If you'd like to subscribe: http://www.essentialelvis.com/
Email: ElvisMagazine@aol.com
July 24, 2007


Tupelos Own Elvis Presley New version Official Announcement

The last of the Ltd Edition versions of Tupelos Own Elvis Presley has now been sold and has now been deleted. The new DVD only version released 30th July will come in a smaller designed digipack and comes with a 16 page booklet. The content on the disc is the same as the previous release although there is now, a new menu system making it much easier to view around. This release is available in all good stores in the UK and is available now for pre-order..
http://www.hmv.co.uk/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?ctx=280;-1;-1;-1&sku=674711
Source: joseph Pirzada / July 20, 2007


PEZ Elvis Gift Pack

Just came out in the US is this tin can PEZ ELVIS GIFT PACK with a PROMO CD. Here is the complete package, this CD is not available anywhere execpt with this PEZ ELVIS GIFT PACK and it looks like Pez companie is SOLD OUT !!
Source: Ron Lacourse / July 20, 2007


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Back In Memphis

Elvis Unlimited Productions presents the "Back In Memphis" concert at Germantown Performing Arts Center, Memphis,TN, on August 17,2007. BJ Thomas and The Memphis Boys (American Sound Studio Band) will be the headliners, in addition to some VERY SPECIAL guests that you will not want to miss!


Doors open at 7 PM. The show starts at 8 PM and an autograph session to follow. This is your chance to experience this legendary sound live with the very talented 5 time Grammy winning artist BJ Thomas! In the film, That's The Way It Is, Elvis mentions recording BJ Thomas' song, Just Can't Help Believin. BJ Thomas is well known for such hits as Hooked on A Feeling , Raindrops Keep Fallin On My Head, (Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song, and Just Can't Help Believing which Elvis also recorded. BJ has sold over 70 million records. He has earned 2 platinum records, 11 gold records and 5 Grammy awards.He has 15 top 40 pop/rock hits and 10 top 40 country hits to his credit.

The Memphis Boys created their unique sound which can not be duplicated at The American Studio in Memphis. They played on countless hits including Elvis' 1969 session at American. They played on such Elvis songs as Suspicious Minds, In The Ghetto, Kentucky Rain, and Don't Cry Daddy. The Memphis Boys played on more "hits" in Billboard's top 40 charts during a six-month period than any other rhythm section in history! Here are some other Memphians who have joined Elvis Unlimited's cast: Mark James who wrote Suspicious Minds, Always On My Mind and Raised On Rock which Elvis recorded. He also wrote Hooked On A Feeling recorded by BJ Thomas. And Blue Suede Heaven, a song about Elvis featured in the documentary, Elvis: The Echo Will Never Die.

Dickey Lee, another legendary Memphian has joined the cast of Elvis Unlimited's Back In Memphis show. Dickey's first recording was Dream Boy which was number 2 on the charts in Memphis for 12 weeks with much promotion from Dewey Phillips. In 1958, Dickey recorded and eventually became a producer at Sun Records. He worked with Jack Clement. In 1962, Dickey recorded the song Patches, the first in a series of tragedy songs he recorded. Patches was a million seller on the pop top ten chart. He followed this up with I Saw Linda Yesterday and Laurie ( Strange Things Happen). Both of these were on the pop top 40 chart. In the 1970's, Dickey moved to Nashville and signed with RCA. He recorded Never Ending Song Of love which was on the Country Top Ten Chart and lead to many hits for Dickey. Of the hits, his most successful was Rocky which went to number 1 as a country hit. Dickey wrote the song, She Thinks I Still Care which was recorded and went to number 1 in 1962 by George Jones. Elvis later recorded it in 1977 . Since then Dickey Lee has spent his time as a songwriter. Writing hit songs for such artists as Glen Campbell, Tammy Wynette, and Brenda Lee. In 1995, Dickey was inducted into the Songwriter's Hall Of Fame. Here are some of the songs he has co written. Let's Fall To Pieces Together ( Recorded by George Strait,1984); In A Different Light (recorded by Doug Stone,1991); Keeper Of The Stars ( Recorded by Tracy Byrd,1995); You're The First Time I've Thought About Leaving (Recorded by Reba McEntire,1983); I'll Be Leaving Alone (Recorded by Charley Pride,1977); He Broke Your Memory Last Night ( Recorded by Reba McEntire,1984) He has received 20 BMI Performance Awards, In 1976 he earned a Grammy and CMA nominations for country song of the year, In 1995 he won ACM Song Of The year for Keeper Of the Stars, In 1996 he was nominated for CMA Song Of The Year (Country) For Keeper Of The Stars. Most recently in 2005, he was featured in Jack Clement's movie, Cowboy Jack's Home Movies at the Nashville Film Festival.

Jackie Thomas, an original trombone player in The Memphis Boys rhythm section. He has played on just about every hit song recorded by The Memphis Boys. Jackie has also played with Bob Hope, Danny Thomas, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Vickie Carr, Barry Manilow, Neil Diamond, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Issac Hayes, BB King, Al Green, Willie Mitchell, Petula Clark, The Box Tops, Dusty Springfield, Dionne Warwick, Paul Revere and the Raiders among many others. Above all, Jackie played on the sessions with Elvis Presley and The Memphis Boys.

Jim Spake, Saxophonist, a hometown Memphis boy has worked with Levon Helm, Jerry lee Lewis, Brenda Lee, Ray Charles, Tony Bennett, The Four Tops, Chuck Berry, Ben E King, Johnny Mathis, AL Green, Screamin Jay Hawkins, Ike Turner, Lavern Baker, Dan Penn, Rufus and Carla Thomas, Solomon Burke, and Bruce Willis among countless others. ,Jim can be seen in the recently released DVD Elvis Lives, playing with The TCB band for the 25th anniversary concert in Memphis.

Maarten Jansen from Holland will be the second singer beside BJ Thomas. He is a huge Elvis collector and great fan who is not an Elvis impersonator. Maarten is a popular recording artist who has been on the pop charts in Denmark and Holland. He also has recorded at Sun Studio, Memphis,TN for a country album he released in Europe. He is a recording artist under the EMI label in Denmark. Maarten also is the featured singer on the Aloha From Sweden DVD release with the TCB band and the Sweet Inspirations. Elvis Unlimited is proud to welcome Maarten back. We have also added a violin section to perform with the Memphis Boys.


Do not miss out! We will be adding more guests very soon!

This concert will be one that people will be talking about for a very long time!
 
Please do not forget our Free autograph session just after the show! All are welcome!
 
We understand that everyone has spent a lot of money to join in Elvis Week from US fans to international fans. And we want to recognize all fans. So we are offering an evening of great entertainment for a fair price to all.
 
Tickets are 60.00 per person. Tickets can be ordered from Elvis Unlimited at info@elvispresley.dk or www.elvisunlimited.com
Source: Elvis Unlimited / July 18 2007

Elvis Is Back Box-set

The book is made like the two Inside boxes. It comes in a box including a vinyl single, dvd, post cards and a certificate. The book is 152 pages. That is 40 more than the two previous ones. Elvis Is Back is all about Elvis return to the music scene in 1960. This year was a bittersweet one for Elvis. He was being discharged from the Army. Music had changed in two years and he was a little insecure about his music career. Yet he enters the sessions with such ambition and determination. He delivers a new mature diverse voice. It's Now Or Never and Surrender are truly challenging for Elvis. He proofs himself to be a truly talented singer and not just a flash in the pan. These recording sessions will forever stand out in Elvis history.

Its almost as if Elvis hit the ground running upon his return. The Colonel had been busy preparing for Elvis' return for a very long time. Not only were the recording sessions lined up, an appearance on the ABC televised Frank Sinatra Special and the filming for G.I. Blues were immediately following. His appearance on the Sinatra Special is warmly received by the public. Elvis innocently steals the show from Sinatra. Yet the repertoire between the two performers is very apparent. G.I. Blues is a very successful film for Elvis although Elvis hates being in uniform again. During this year, Elvis is also experiencing many changes in his personal life. Elvis has met Priscilla while in Germany. But he returns to his long time girlfriend Anita Wood. They continue their relationship where it left off before Elvis left for Germany. Vernon marries Dee, which is hard on Elvis because of the loss of his mother. Elvis also brings many of his friends from Germany home and the Memphis Mafia is formed.

But still the most important thing during the year 1960 is the amazing recording sessions. We have two incredible albums from this year, Elvis Is Back and His Hand In Mine. Elvis truly proves his ability as a performer. He conquers every challenge he is faced with and proves Elvis is back! Elvis Is Back includes many never before seen pictures from this period. There is even some very interesting ones from the filming of G.I. Blues. Those were not used in the Inside G.I. Blues book.
Source: Elvis Unlimited / July 16, 2007


Elvis : Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 3

Elvis : Hot Shots And Cool Clips - Volume 3 should be available in about two weeks. This DVD is nearly sold out on pre-orders. For those who wished to order this directly from JAT Productions do it very soon. Volume 2 went sold out shortly after being released...and with the advent of the 30th anniversary it seems Volume 3 will sold out prior to the release date.

You can go on YouTube and watch the trailer of Elvis : Hot Shots and Cool Clips-Volume 3...click on the DVD cover and you will go directly to the trailer. if you wish to pre-order the DVD...you can do it directly from JAT Productions site.
source: JAT Productions / July 16, 2007


Elvis Presley No. 2

Elvis second album in the UK ( LPM 1382 in the USA ) was released in April 1957 on the HMV label with a different LP cover. This is now available on CD for the first time with this different cover as a Limited Collectors Edition.

source: Barry McLean / July 14, 2007


Elvis The Early Years

Elvis The Early Years is an unusual new Elvis DVD from China. This is a musical documentary and available all over China and Hong Kong.

source: H.T. Long / July 12, 2007


Elvis in Tickle Me

The book  Elvis in Tickle Me from JAT Productions will be their next project after Elvis: Hot Shots And Cool Clips Volume 3. This book will come with a bonus CD. We will keep you informed as soon as we get more news about this, and of course details will be available on JAT website.

source: JAT Productions / July 9, 2007


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A Unique Meet And Greet Event With Some Of Elvis Closest Friends

Essential Elvis will held a meet and greet at Vernon Presley's house on Doland Drive (beside Graceland) on August 15th at 6.PM. With the exclusive appearances of Billy & Jo Smith, Marty & Patsy Lacker, George Nichopoulos, Jeanne Lemay Dumas and Susan Henning. For more information you can go to Essential Elvis Website.
Source: Andrew Hearn / July 7, 2007


A TRIBUTE TO ELVIS UP NORTH

On August 16, 2007 there will be a great event in a small town up north called "Appingedam". A guy that goes by the name of Willy Weessies has a longlife dream to organize a tribute to his idol. So with the help from 2 fanclubs, there will be a night to remember on august 16 in this small town. It all starts at 20:00, doors will be open at 19:00, with fanclubshops and Elvis on big screen. And there will be 2 great parts of Willy singing his favorite songs from The King (2 parts of almost 50 minutes). And there will be a tombola with great prices. So don´t you dear to miss it. Click below for more info, a sample from Willy and to order your tickets right now.

Click for more info: here
Source: e-mail / July 6, 2007


Elvis : Hot Shots And Cool Clips - Volume 3 Trailer

Elvis: Hot Shots and Cool Clips -Volume 3 captures never before seen footage of classic Elvis Presley moments. Including signing his M.G.M. movie contract in 1962, his 1957 performance in Chicago, arriving for the films Blue Hawaii and Girls! Girls! Girls!, Elvis with Frank Sinatra and Barbara Stanwyck, Elvis in Nashville, complete 1970 Houston Press Conference and Lost Holy Grail Jailhouse Rock Screen test, plus much more.

The Jailhouse Rock Screen test is in full color and never before seen in its entirety until now. This is definitely the highlight of this forthcoming DVD from JAT Productions, and according to the producer it will be one of the best DVD's released this year for celebrating the Elvis' 30th Anniversary.

You can go on YouTube and watch a cool trailer of Elvis : Hot Shots and Cool Clips-Volume 3...just click on the DVD cover and you will go directly to the trailer. Enjoy !!

source: Joe Tunzi-JAT Productions/ July 6, 2007


Elvis Straight Up Book 

The first waves of pre-order were sold out but new pre-orders placed now will definitely ship on July 4th. You can click on the banner above for a direct link to Joe Esposito & Joe Russo's Straight Up book.

source: Joe Russo / June 23, 2007


Riding With Elvis DVD

This DVD will be available on August 15. This is based on the shocking true story of David Stanley, stepbrother and bodyguard of Elvis Presley. Some of the extras include : The Real Life Story Of David Stanley, Personal Accounts of Life With The King, Actual Photos of the King, Behind the Scenes, Out-Takes, interviews, etc..

source: Evan Mueller / June 20, 2007


Tupelo's Own out now

We just have received the DVD/Book Tupelo's Own, and it's indeed one of a kind release for the fans. As for me as a 50's fan I was blown away to see the footage with sound and also the book is fun to watch and read. This is a must have for the 50's fan, and you can find an in-depth review, screenshots and more on the EIN website.
June 11, 2007


Elvis Raffle

Jordan's Elvis World Rare CD Raffle! A super rare one track promo CD (right) released by GRACELAND in 1998 to Fan Club Presidents only is being raffled to serious Elvis fans. About 600 only were printed and it is valued at $450 according to various websites. The cd and cover are both in GREAT MINT condition. Jordan Ritchie is not selling it on Ebay preferring this rare gem to go to a true Elvis fan, and by raffling it he hopes to give everyone an equal chance. The raffle ends June 30th. Click here (http://jordans-elvis-world.com/raffle.html) for further details & to get your raffle tickets.
Source: JR/EI / June, 2007


Hot Shots And Cool Clips Volume 3 

JAT Productions will be accepting pre-orders beginning on May 30th for Hot Shots And Cool Clips volume 3. All details are available on their website at www.jatpublishing.com .

source: JAT Productions / May 30, 2007


Hot Shots And Cool Clips Volume 3

Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 3 will be bumped up and released August 1st from JAT Productions, riding on the success of THE BEST SELLING DVD  Hot Shots and Cool Clips - Volume 2 . It will contain unreleased footage from the 50s, 60s., and 70s, complete film listing will be available soon. 

source: JAT Productions / May 20, 2007


Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley

Memphis Recording Service UK Label releases its latest ‘Tupelo’s Own Elvis Presley’ Music DVD in the UK and Australia on June 11th.  

Never before have we seen an Elvis concert from the 50’s with sound. Until Now! 

The release is produced by Joseph Pirzada and Co Produced by Joseph Tunzi. The Limited Edition book accompanying the DVD is written by Tupelo’s own Roy Turner and involves many people including the fans who were there, to the likes of Scotty Moore and DJ Fontana. The book is available with the DVD for a short time only.  

The DVD Contains:

Recently discovered UNRELEASED FILM of Elvis performing 6 songs, including ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ and ‘Don’t Be Cruel’, live in Tupelo Mississippi 1956. Included we see a live performance of the elusive ‘Long Tall Sally’ seen here for the first time ever.  

Further unseen footage contains backstage, the evening show, parade, Tupelo 57 and many more. Please note that the DVD contains specially licensed footage by Fox. 

Interview with Elvis at the 1957 Tupelo show NEVER BEFORE HEARD!  

The DVD Audio section contains 21 tracks of the two shows from Tupelo 1956 concerts. 

LIMITED EDITION SPECIAL BONUS:

The Book - Tupelo’s Own Elvis Presley  

The book contains nearly 200 pages of Elvis in his birth town of Tupelo Mississippi. Born into plainness poverty in 1935, Elvis and his parents left Tupelo in 1948 for a better life in Memphis. Elvis triumphantly returns to Tupelo like a tornado in 1956 for a welcome reception bigger than that of President Franklin Roosevelt’s visit to the city in 1934. The book is written by Tupelo’s own Roy Turner, Elvis/Tupelo historian.  

See the hundreds of photographs of Elvis both on stage and backstage from the Tupelo events of 1956 and 1957. Included are many unpublished photographs, ticket stubs, newspaper articles and the first known Elvis signature, all seen here FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER! Available for a short time only.

FULL DVD CONTENT

PART 1: DVD- VIDEO

1)    Tupelo Welcomes Home Elvis Presley UNRELEASED footage of the Parade in Tupelo on 26th September 1956 as well as some backstage footage with Elvis. The audio accompanying the clip are the interviews with Elvis, Vernon and Gladys Presley, Nick Adams and Judy Hopper. 7 min 41 sec

 

2) Tupelo’s Own Elvis Presley UNRELEASED film from the afternoon performance ‘The Mississippi-Alabama Fair and Dairy Show’ at the  Fairgrounds in Tupelo Mississippi on 26th September 1956.

13 min 09 sec

Never before have we seen an Elvis concert from the 50’s with sound. Until Now!

Song Performances:

1. Heartbreak Hotel

2. Long Tall Sally

3. Presentation to the City 

4. I Was The One

*5. I Want Need Love You & I Got a Woman

6. Don’t Be Cruel

*7. Hound Dog

* Songs available in parts as no footage exist

3) Tupelo Evening Show Clip - UNRELEASED footage from the evening performance. 0.46 sec 

4)    Original Fox Movie tone News Reel  1956 – 1min 24 sec 

5)    Elvis in Tupelo 1957 - Includes an UNRELEASED AUDIO interview with Elvis Presley and Anita Wood. The footage contains performance clips from the 27th September 1957 show as well as backstage and more. 10 mins 12 sec

Total Running Time: 33 minutes 12 seconds

 

PART 2: DVD - AUDIO

21 tracks of the Afternoon and Evening performance from the 26th September 1956 shows

All tracks accompanied with photographs  

Audio Tracklisting:

Total running time 51.13 

Afternoon Show: 

01   Heartbreak Hotel

02   Long Tall Sally 

03   Presentation Key To The City 

04   I Was The One

05   I Want You, I Need You , I Love You 

06   Announcement

07   I Got a Woman

08   Don't Be Cruel

09   Ready Teddy 

10   Love Me Tender

11   Hound Dog 

      Evening Show:

12   Love Me Tender

13   I Was The One 

14   I Got a Woman

15   Dialogue

16   Don't Be Cruel

17   Blue Suede Shoes18

18   Dialogue

19   Baby, Let's Play House

20   Hound Dog

21   Dialogue

source: Joseph Pirzada / May 19, 2007


Coming Soon from JAT Productions

JAT Productions is announcing his next projects for 2007 including ( Country's Golden Hits ) and available now for those interested. Their next book is a book related to the movie Tickle Me and scheduled for August 2007, while Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 3 for late 2007. You can go directly to their website at www.jatpublishing.com for ordering !!!

source: JAT Productions / April 25, 2007


Elvis Is Back!

The next book from Elvis Unlimited will be titled Elvis Is Back. It will be made like the two “Inside” boxes. The book will be thicker and the dvd will be much longer than in the two previous boxes.  

Elvis Is Back will be about Elvis’ return to the music scene in 1960. This year was a bittersweet one for Elvis. He was being discharged from the Army. Music had changed in two years and he was a little insecure about his music career. Yet he enters the sessions with such ambition and determination. He delivers a new mature diverse voice. “It's Now Or Never” and “Surrender” are truly challenging for Elvis. He proofs himself to be a truly talented singer and not just a flash in the pan. These recording sessions will forever stand out in Elvis’ history.  

It’s almost as if Elvis hit the ground running upon his return. The Colonel had been busy preparing for Elvis' return for a very long time. Not only were the recording sessions lined up, an appearance on the ABC televised Frank Sinatra Special and the filming for “G.I. Blues” were immediately following. 

His appearance on the Sinatra Special is warmly received by the public. Elvis innocently steals the show from Sinatra. Yet the repertoire between the two performers is very apparent. “G.I. Blues” is a very successful film for Elvis although Elvis hates being in uniform again.  

During this year, Elvis is also experiencing many changes in his personal life. Elvis has met Priscilla while in Germany. But he returns to his long time girlfriend Anita Wood. They continue their relationship where it left off before Elvis left for Germany. Vernon marries Dee, which is hard on Elvis because of the loss of his mother. Elvis also brings many of his friends from Germany home and the Memphis Mafia is formed.  

But still the most important thing during the year 1960 is the amazing recording sessions. We have two incredible albums from this year, “Elvis Is Back” and “His Hand In Mine.” Elvis truly proves his ability as a performer. He conquers every challenge he is faced with and proves Elvis is back!  

Elvis Is Back will present many never before seen pictures from this period. There will even be some very interesting ones from the filming of G.I. Blues. Those were not used in the Inside G.I. Blues book.  

Elvis Is Back will be released in mid May, 2007.

source : Elvis Unlimited / April 20, 2007


Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2

We mentioned five days ago the new DVD from JAT Productions was nearly sold out. Joe Tunzi confirmed us today this is actually the case now, and unable to fill more orders for this item . You can always get a copy from your local dealer.

We have about 10 copies left so this is still possible to order it directly from us. If you are looking for a copy you can write to us at fecc@elvis-collectors.com .

source: Joe Tunzi-FECC Team / April 13, 2007


Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2

Joe Tunzi informed us all his orders ( dealers & customers ) were shipped out this past week ,and also mentioned to us he should be sold out within a week. There are still a very low number of copies left and possible to order some directly from JAT Productions if you don't wait too long at www.jatpublishing.com , yet you can always ask your favorite dealer for a copy.

Next book project from JAT Publishing is already in production, and as previously announced several months ago this book will be related to the movie Tickle Me. This book is scheduled for August 1st and watch this space for more details and cover on this project.

source: Joe Tunzi / April 8, 2007


Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2 Release Soon

The latest project of JAT Productions Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2 DVD will be released on April 2nd. 

ELVIS: HOT SHOTS AND COOL CLIPS, VOLUME 2 is another look into the life and career of Elvis Presley using newsreels, home movies, and press interviews. This volume features clips from his 1957 Detroit performance, 1957 home movie footage of Graceland, Elvis 1958 Army induction (and famous haircut), the G. I. Blues premiere, excerpts from the 1971 Jaycees Ten Outstanding Young Men Prayer Breakfast (along with the awards ceremony from that evening), filmed footage of Elvis opening show at Madison Square Garden, more footage with Bobby Darin and the Madison Square Garden press conference, as well as footage from Colonel Parkers Birthday Party (which also shows his managers industry influence). Also included is footage of Elvis June 16 and 17 evening performances at Chicago Stadium in 1972.

Collecting unseen, better quality, and more complete footage than what has been seen in the past, this second volume from JAT is a must for any fan, especially those who revel in all these pieces of the puzzle that make up the life, career, and cultural impact of Elvis Presley.
Source: JAT / March 29, 2007

Unusual Elvis CD from Myanmar

Maynmar( formerly Burma) has release its first ever Elvis CD ELVIS PRESLEY The Greatest Collections What a beautiful materpiece. Happy Hunting.
Source: HT Long / updated March 17th 2007


SPECIAL SUBSCRIPTION OFFER 

Subscribe TO EE:UK today and receive a complimentary CD!!! 

Essential Elvis in the UK offers a fantastic deal when subscribing to their glossy magazine, which is distributed worldwide bi-monthly. 

Take out a new subscription during the rest of March, and receive a FREE complimentary CD (consisting of either a soundboard recording, or quality studio material).

click on the logo above for more details !!!

source: Essential Elvis UK / March 16, 2007 


FECC Forum

We received several e-mails concerning our Forum. We were the ones who decided to shut it down as we've got simply tired of the fights going on there. This is not pleasant for us to receive complaints or  have to check the Forum all the time because there is something nasty going on. 

Our first idea was to close it for good but we changed our minds for the time being .We do expect the fighting and bickering to stop permanently. It will have to since we won't have a high degree of tolerance.

The Forum will be active within the next 48 hours. Besides the two administrators and The Boss ( moderator ) we will add an extra moderator. He is well known on our forum as PEP. We do expect these moderators will be treated with respect.

source: FECC Team / February 27, 2007


30th Anniversary Tribute Concert

'' IT'S ELVIS TIME '' BRINGS YOU THE OFFICIAL - ULTIMATE! - 30th ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE CONCERT! 

2007 is a very special year for all Elvis fans around the world. On August 16th we all remember the day the music died: the passing of Elvis Presley .

What better way is there to remember the 'Artist Of The Century', 'The King Of Rock 'n' Roll', then with a very spectacular concert?!. 

Therefore, pay attention now and get out your agenda so you don't miss out on this year's One And Only Main Elvis Event: 

On SUNDAY JUNE 10th, 2007 in Schouwburg De Kunstmin te Dordrecht you will be treated to a special concert by: 

THE COMPLETE TCB BAND WITH TERRY MIKE JEFFREY !

This performance officially marks the first time that Ronnie Tutt will make an appearance on a meeting by It's Elvis Time!. 

As a very special treat, It's Elvis Time will bring you closer to Elvis then you've ever been:

THE LARGEST PRIVATE COLLECTION EXHIBIT ON ELVIS OUTSIDE OF GRACELAND !

See ORIGINAL & AUTHENTIC personal belongings of Elvis, see Elvis' clothing, Autographs and much, much more. More details on this exciting exhibit will follow!. 

But there is more! A special appearance:

FROM NASHVILLE , USA : PHIL FRIENDLY & THE LONERS 

And from The Netherlands : Mark Elbers 

This Concert Is Hosted By: ROGIER VAN LUYKEN 

This very special 30th Anniversary Concert is endorsed by SONY/BMG HOLLAND . 

More details and more surprises to be revealed in the coming weeks! 

FOR TICKETS & RESERVATIONS: 

0594-51 82 65 / 0594-51 63 36 - itselvistime@planet.nl

source: It's Elvis Time / February 16, 2007


Inside Roustabout box-set has now been released

Inside Roustabout the follow up to the very successful Inside G.I. Blues box-set has now been released. Every order will be shiped out in the next couple of days.

This deluxe box-set include a book, dvd, vinyl single, a invitation for the premier of the movie and a certificate that proves that you’re one of the only 2000 people who have this box-set. The book is a 112 page full colour book featuring a lot of unknown stories about the movie, many rare and unpublished pictures of Elvis during the filming, at the photo sessions, in the recording studio, at various meetings that was held during the filming etc.

The Inside Roustabout book does also contain a lot of beautiful memorabilia from all over the word. The very informative texts about the movie that you will find in the Inside Roustabout book has been written by Megan Murphy. The foreword is by Bob Moore. The DVD contain some never before seen footages from the movie set. Plus of course the original trailer. The special 45 rpm. promotion vinyl single features some very rare radio spots that have never been released on CD.
Source: Elvis Unlimited - Updated Feb 02nd 2007


More details on Hot Shots 2

The long-awaited ELVIS: HOT SHOTS AND COOL CLIPS, VOLUME 2 is another look into the life and career of Elvis Presley using newsreels, home movies, and press interviews. This volume features clips from his 1957 Detroit performance, 1957 home movie footage of Graceland, Elvis 1958 Army induction (and famous haircut), the G. I. Blues premiere, excerpts from the 1971 Jaycees Ten Outstanding Young Men Prayer Breakfast (along with the awards ceremony from that evening), filmed footage of Elvis opening show at Madison Square Garden, more footage with Bobby Darin and the Madison Square Garden press conference, as well as footage from Colonel Parkers Birthday Party (which also shows his managers industry influence). Also included is footage of Elvis June 16 and 17 evening performances at Chicago Stadium in 1972.

Collecting unseen, better quality, and more complete footage than what has been seen in the past, this second volume from JAT is a must for any fan, especially those who revel in all these pieces of the puzzle that make up the life, career, and cultural impact of Elvis Presley.
Source: JAT / January 23, 2007

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Elvis : Hots Shots And Cool Clips vol.2 update

This new DVD project from JAT Publishing was originally scheduled for late March 2007 but now has been re-scheduled for March 6th. 

source: JAT Publishing / January 11, 2007


Elvis Starring in Oklahoma

Joe Tunzi informed us his latest book Elvis Starring in Oklahoma is almost sold out. He is down to his last copies so don't wait if you are interested by this book. As usual you can order directly from JAT Publishing website.

source: JAT Publishing / December 22, 2006


Hot Shots And Cool Clips Volume 2

The next video documentary from JAT Productions is expected in late March 2007. Includes unreleased footage of ....Detroit '56, court room '56, first color footage of Graceland '57, introduced at Bobby Darin show 1960, Colonel Birthday Party '64 ( ?? ), Jaycees presentations with special tribute to the 10 best men of 1971, MSG Press conference behind the scenes and more 1972, MSG 1972 footage plus MORE to come... The release you have been waiting for !!! Retail $39.95. This DVD will be copy guarded and will be the copyright of many participating parties.

Last few copies of Elvis Starring in Oklahoma still available. Thanks to everyone for letting us have another best seller. JAT Productions. 

source: JAT Productions / December 11, 2006


Radio Station Promo TV Guide Package

Here we have the photos of the TV Guide Radio Station Promo package. The CD is the same as the one on the magazines when they come out next week. only the package is different.
It has an unreleased version of "It wont seem like christmas without you" , it's also a CD-ROM that include the "blue christmas video an elvis photo gallery the livin like elvis contest behind the scenes of NBC las vegas episode.
Source: JOSEPH A. KREIN / Updated Dec 4th 2006


2006 presidents CD christmas single

Here we have the artwork of the Christmas CD from EPE that was sent to the presidents of the fanclubs. This year they put the song "Holly leaves and Christmas trees".
Source: JOSEPH A. KREIN / Updated Dec 4th 2006


ELVIS SAILS - COLLECTOR'S EDITION

-Available with original Japanese or US cover artwork!

-Original EP Recordings + bonus tracks.

-Digitally remastered

-Special limited edition!

September 22 1958 - Brooklyn, New York

THE ORIGINAL EP

1. Press Interview with Elvis Presley

2. Elvis Presley`s Newsreel Interview 3. Pat Hernon Interviews Elvis

+ Bonus tracks, including The Press Meets Elvis (an extended recording of track 1) & Elvis talks about the army.

source: e-mail / December 1, 2006


Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2

Released APRIL 3rd, 2007 WILL BE the long awaited DVD Hot Shots Cool Clips Volume 2..highlights include ..Elvis at Madison Square Garden, the Jaycees award presentations afternoon and evening, the first known color footage of the Graceland mansion, Col. Parker's party for the movie Roustabout...plus more cool clips of the King... Final edit and or selections will not be determined till February 1st, approx 60 min.....now avalaible Elvis Starring in Oklahoma soon to be sold out ..Order Today.... Also Coming in 2007 will be Elvis Presley-Tickle Me a book that's Guaranteed to be one of our best. Stay Tuned.. Thanks to everyone from JAT PUBLISHING AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL.

source: JAT Publishing / November 21, 2006


Elvis Presley – Desert Storm: The Shattering Of A Myth

The second edition of Darrin Lee’s “Elvis Presley – Desert Storm: The Shattering Of A Myth!” is scheduled for release on 20th December 2006. This A5 format, 225-page soft cover will be printed on 80 # glossy paper and feature the beautiful artwork of Night Rider Design’s Chris Middleton.

From the revelation of irresponsible screenwriting in the Johnny Cash biopic “Walk The Line”, Kathy Westmoreland’s memories of February 1973 and how they fare versus the rumour Elvis overdosed on Dilaudid, Sweet Inspirations guitarist Gregory Gaskin’s reaction to The Drugs Dialogue, Joseph Tunzi’s uncensored refutation of the allegation Elvis overdosed while on tour in St. Louis, to the pièce de résistance – the author’s shattering of the Desert Storm Myth that purports the King was “strung out” on amphetamines.

The 1974 “Elvis Summer Festival” receives 35 pages of in-depth coverage including the Opening Night set list shakeup, Elvis’ use of the “n” word in response to a heckler on 27th August, launching of the “f” bomb on 30th August, The Painted Statue Dialogue, his incorporation of double entendre into the act e.g. the X-Rated film “Deep Throat”, feminine hygiene products, braces & fellatio, a cunninglus bit involving Mr. Gospel Music and much, much more.

The Drugs Dialogue is dissected over a number of chapters and Fort Baxter’s “Desert Storm” 2 CD set receives an incredible 30 pages of exhaustive analysis.

You’ll be intrigued with the context in which Elvis’ ex-wife yelled out (from The Presley booth) a reference to his manhood! Show tapes reveal Cilla was actually the aggressor! Some folks think Elvis embarrassed her with The Priscilla Dialogue; the fact is he acted honourably with a touch of humour to defend her reputation against vicious fan gossip.

Dennis Berry travelled to Las Vegas with The OEPFC of Great Britain in August 1974 and for the Closing Show, he and two British fans tipped $30.00 for prime seats at the end of the ramp – mere feet from their hero. In addition to writing two articles for this project, “How Can It Get Better Than This?” and “Elvis’ Voice”, Mr. Berry sat for a five-hour interview. His memories of The King’s fantastic performance on 2nd September 1974 will leave you gobsmacked and confirm that the lovely Anne E. Nixon’s “Vegas ’74 Revisited” piece is spot on.

The legendary Phil Gelormine, publisher of the original Elvis World, opened up his collection of previously unseen images from Cole Field House. In addition to the back cover, four more of his shots will be featured in a special preview of the forthcoming soft cover “Elvis Presley – College Park: The Revelation of a Hoax!”

Invaluable contributions were also made by photographers Bob Heis and Keith Alverson, Graceland Insiders Jeanne Pellicani and Ginette Lefebvre, lifelong British fan Jackie McCaffery who wrote “If You Think You Know Elvis, You Don’t”, Elvis scholar Mike Eder and Annemarie Swarts (President of the EPFC of Africa) who wrote “Elvis – My Inspiration”.

For more information, including a Chapter breakdown and how to order your personalized copy of this groundbreaking book, please visit the author’s website: www.ElvisConcertMyths.com.


Elvis Starring in Oklahoma Out Now

The latest project from JAT Productions '' Elvis Starring in Oklahoma '' is out now. This book features photographs from the opening show of the July 1975 tour. There will be free pocket calendar for select dealers. It can be ordered directly from JAT publishing website at www.jatpublishing.com and also through our website.

Coming in 2007 from JAT Productions the book  Elvis Presley - Tickle Me ...watch our Elvis News section for further details concerning this new project.


Latest News from JAT Publishing

The latest book from JAT Publishing will be available for the Holiday Season and released on November 14th....free Elvis pocket calendar for select dealers.

Coming in 2007....Elvis Presley - Tickle Me...includes lost photos from the Allied Artist Archives recently discovered in Chicago.

source: JAT Publishing / November 3, 2006


Elvis Starring in Oklahoma Sneak Preview

This new book from JAT Publishing was originally scheduled for December 5, 2006 but now expected to be published on November 21st. Here's a sneak preview of photographs features in this book. The book can be ordered directly from JAT Publishing website at www.jatpublishing.com and will also be available through our site.

source: JAT Publishing / October 27, 2006


Elvis Presley -Memphis Recording Service

The Rise of Elvis Presley - Volume 2 : 1955

is scheduled for release at the end of November 2006. Much bigger in all proportions that its predecessor Volume 1, again the package is Produced by Joseph Pirzada and this time Co- Produced by Joseph A Tunzi.

This package is the most detailed than has ever been released before

The package will consist of:

DVD-Audio Dolby Digital DVD

1. This will contain Unreleased footage, never before seen, which will mark the first known for Elvis Presley that predates the Magnolia Gardens and Lubbock footage of 1955.

2. A 5.1 DVD Audio / Dolby Digital Recording Of 40 fully restored tracks from 1955 (including 9 Bonus Tracks from 1954) including Studio, Interviews and Live with sound quality that surpasses all previous Elvis’ releases on this era including ‘ Elvis at Sun’.

Lots of surprises on the audio for the disc as it will contain with previous unreleased material from using never before original sources of masters, acetates and tapes to produce high quality sound never before heard, straight to 5.1 Audio/ Dolby Digital sound. A selection of rare photographs is used to accompany each song.

Songs include: Baby Let’s Play House, Mystery Train, Trying To get To You, Blue Moon, Shake rattle and Roll and many more.

Book

The Rise of Elvis Presley - Volume 2 1955

The book contains lots of exclusive new information on Elvis Presley in 1955 and is written by Joseph Pirzada and Co- Written once again by John Michael Heath.

See the hundreds of historical rare insider documents and photographs, many of which have never before been seen. This incredible 200 page book is the best compilation ever compiled. Go on a journey to over 300 shows that year with great stories and exclusive new information, unpublished photographs and documents.

Vinyl

Original 45rpm Sun Master 223 ‘Mystery Train’ Vinyl Repress

Processed and pressed for the first time since 1977 from the original SUN 45rpm master 223 mother stamper. The original Sun 223 45rpm issue of 'Mystery Train' was Elvis Presley's last record on the Sun Record Label released in August 1955.

It has now been released here for the first time since 1955 in its original format, processed from the same mother stamper that Sun used at the time. If you have never been fortunate to own the original pressing we present 'Mystery Train' back in its original format.

Full specifications and details to follow imminently.

source: Memphis Recording Service / October 21, 2006


Free DVD at Elvis-concerts in Holland and Belgium

To commemorate the 45th anniversary of both “It’s Elvis Time” and “The United Elvis Presley Society”, visitors at the events in Knokke (Belgium) and Rotterdam (Holland) will receive a free DVD, containing an interview of D.J. Fontana (Elvis major drummer from 1955 till 1968). The interview was captured in november 1990 in Breda. The DVD will only be available on both days at presentation of a valid ticket.
D.J. Fontana will be the guest of honor at the events of november 25th (Casino, Knokke) and november 26th (Zaal Engels, Rotterdam). In addition, Steve Binder, Nicola Congiu, Sue and the Flaming Stars and Burt Blanca will appear on stage.
Tickets can be ordered as follows: Knokke: 32 3 2529222 – ueps@skynet.be Rotterdam: 31 594518265 – itsElvistime@planet.nl
Source: Peter Haan / It's Elvis Time / Updated October 14th 2006


 

Elvis Starring in Oklahoma

The next project from JAT Publishing '' Elvis Starring in Oklahoma '' will be available on December 5, 2006. The interview with Joe Tunzi should be finished very soon and will appear on this site along with '' Elvis News '' website.

source: JAT Publishing / FECC Team - September 27, 2006


Ed Sullivan Show

Here we have the artwork and details for the upcoming DVD release "Ed Sullivan Show" featuring all of Elvis' appearences on that show.
In the months ahead the three complete episodes of The Ed Sullivan Show that Elvis appeared on will be released on a 3-disc DVD set. This release by SOFA Entertainment, the owner of the Ed Sulllivan Show catalog, is in partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises. The distributor is Image Entertainment. A formal press release will be issued closer to the release date of the DVD set. It should include details from SOFA Entertainment regarding the remastering of the sound and picture and point out special aspects of the footage, including the restoration of a "lost" medley. Andrew Solt, who heads up SOFA Entertainment, will present a preview of the DVD set in a segment of Day Two of this year's Elvis Insiders Conference during Elvis Week 2006.


Here are the details:

DISC ONE: September 9, 1956
1 CHARLES LAUGHTON Show Opening" 2:47
2 AMIN BROTHERS Acrobats 4:33
3 DOROTHY SARNOFF "Something Wonderful" from "THE KING AND I" 6:05 4 LINCOLN COMMERCIAL 2:40
5 VAGABONDS "Up A Lazy River" 4:32
6 ELVIS PRESLEY "Don't Be Cruel" 3:49
7 ELVIS PRESLEY "Love Me Tender" 3:50
8 CONN AND MACK Tap Dancers "Tea For Two" 3:57
9 LINCOLN MERCURY COMMERCIAL 0:47
10 CHARLES LAUGHTON "Little Red Riding Hood" 3:47
11 AMRU SANI "I'm In The Mood For Love" 3:27
13 CARL BALLANTINE Comedy & Magic 3:03
15 Preview of Next Week's "ED SULLIVAN SHOW" 1:23
12 TOBY THE DOG Novelty Act 4:00
14 LINCOLN MERCURY COMMERCIAL 2:47
16 ELVIS PRESLEY "Ready Teddy" 2:59
17 ELVIS PRESLEY "Hound Dog" 1:07
19 CHARLES LAUGHTON SAYS "GOODNIGHT" 0:34
20 CREDITS 1:58
TOTAL SHOW RUNNING TIME 58:05:00

DVD has "Play All Elvis Performances" option.
Bonus Material:
ELVIS & ED REMEMBERED BY…
Sam Phillips - Founder of Sun Records
Gordon Stoker - Member of The Jordanaires
Marlo Lewis - Producer (1948-1959)of "The Ed Sullivan Show"
Gordon Stoker - Member of The Jordanaires
Wink Martindale - TV Host & Friend of Elvis
George Klein - Disc Jockey & Friend of Elvis

WHY ED DIDN'T HOST ELVIS'S FIRST APPEARANCE
This sequence sets up Ed Sullivan and his show and tells the story of Ed's car accident and why he was unable to host the show with Elvis's debut appearance.

DISC TWO: October 28, 1956
1 OPENING 0:49
2 LITTLE GAELIC SINGERS "Dandelion Song" "Believe Me" 3:58
3 MERCURY COMMERCIAL 1:42
4 ELVIS PRESLEY "Don't Be Cruel" 2:24
5 ELVIS PRESLEY "Love Me Tender" 3:44
6 SEÑOR WENCES 6:22
7 1957 LINCOLN CONVERTIBLE COMMERCIAL" 3:13
8 ELVIS PRESLEY "Love Me" 3:48
9 JOYCE GRENFELL "Countess of Cotley" 5:16
10 "Happy To Make Your Acquaintance" From the Broadway musical "THE MOST HAPPY FELLA" 7:15
11 "Big D" "THE MOST HAPPY FELLA" 6:13
12 MERCURY COMMERCIAL 1:26
13 Preview of Next Week's "ED SULLIVAN SHOW" 0:45
14 ELVIS PRESLEY "Hound Dog" 3:41
15 UNUS Balancing Act 6:01
16 ROBERT WEBB (Audience Bow) Director of "Love Me Tender" 1:11
17 ED SULLIVAN SAYS "GOODNIGHT" 1:00
18 CREDITS 1:55
TOTAL SHOW RUNNING TIME 1:00:44
DVD has "Play All Elvis Performances" option.
Bonus Material:
ALL ABOUT ELVIS & ED 7:38
7/15/56 Two months before Elvis' 1st appearance.
9/2/56 Patti Page introduces next week's "Ed Sullivan Show" headliners.
9/16/56 One week after Elvis's 1st Appearance, Ed Sullivan returns to host the show.
10/21/56 One week before Elvis's 2nd appearance.
11/18/56 Ed introduces Elvis's 1st Film, "Love Me Tender" (3:43)
FIRST FILM OF ELVIS PRESLEY 2:45
Elvis performance at Magnolia Gardens near Houston, Texas in these rare home movies shot on August 7, 1955

DISC THREE: January 6, 1957
1 SHOW OPENING 0:33
2 ELVIS PRESLEY Medley - "Hound Dog," "Love Me Tender" & "Heartbreak Hotel" 3:25
3 ELVIS PRESLEY "Don't Be Cruel" 0:50
4 "ARTHUR WORSLEY Ventriloquist 4:19
5 WILL JORDAN Ed Sullivan Impressionist 3:10
6 LINCOLN COMMERCIAL 2:52
7 CAROL BURNETT Comedy Routine "Your Eyes Have Told Me So," "I Love You," "The Lady Is A Tramp," "Paper Moon" and "I Feel A Song Coming On" 5:50
8 ELVIS PRESLEY "Too Much" 2:28
9 ELVIS PRESLEY "When My Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again" 1:56
10 SUGAR RAY ROBINSON Ed interviews Boxing Great 2:14
11 NANCI CROMPTON Tap Ballet "Thunder and Lightening" 2:32
12 LENY EVERSONG "El Cubanchero" 2:19
13 LINCOLN COMMERCIAL" 1:13
14 THE SIX GUTIS Clown Act 2:48
15 DON BUDGE Tennis Champion (Audience Bow) 1:08
16 JACKIE ROBINSON Baseball Great (Audience Bow) 0:50
17 BORY AND BOR Comedy Dance 1:29
18 LENY EVERSONG "Jezebel" 2:29
19 MERCURY COMMERCIAL 2:46
20 Preview of Next Week's "ED SULLIVAN SHOW" 0:35
21 ELVIS PRESLEY "Peace In The Valley" 1:33
22 ED SULLIVAN SAYS "GOODNIGHT" 1:58:29
23 CREDITS 1:58:39
TOTAL SHOW RUNNING TIME 1:00:46

DVD has "Play All Elvis Performances" option.
Bonus Material:
SPECIAL "ELVIS MOMENTS" 6:34
4/27/58 Ed talks about Elvis being in the Army.
6/21/64 "A Tribute to The Colonel" by comedian John Byner.
2/9/64 Elvis & The Colonel send a telegram to the Beatles.
9/26/65 "Rock 'n' Roll Ed" - comedian Jack Carter.
9/18/66 Elvis and Colonel Parker congratulate Ed Sullivan.
JERRY SCHILLING'S HOME MOVIES 4:31
Jerry shows his home movies of Elvis and Priscilla horseback riding at Graceland, some of the first shots of Elvis and Priscilla's daughter Lisa Marie, and Elvis and the gang cutting up on a film set.

GALLERY OF PHOTOS & DOCUMENTS
Photos and documents related to the three episodes in the DVD set. Some from Sofa Entertainment's Sullivan archives and some from the Elvis Collection.
Source: Various / Updated: Sep 22, 2006

Essential Elvis #48

We just received the latest issue of the Essential Elvis magazine. In this issue you can read all the latest news, an interview with Ken Sharp, Ed Bonja, Nanette Kuklish, Live Power (a look at concert rarities 1970-1972) and much more.
If you'd like to subscribe: http://www.essentialelvis.com/
Email: ElvisMagazine@aol.com
Updated: September 21st, 6th 2006


Elvis Presley - Sunshine

A new compilation CD containing Sun material has been released by the Comets label ( 2006 ) and features 21 tracks. This is a digipak and the sound is said to be very good.

Track listing :

That's All Right - Blue Moon Of Kentucky - Good Rocking Tonight - I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine - Milkcow Blues Boogie - You're A Heartbreaker - I'm Left, You're Right, She's Gone - Baby Let's Play House - Mystery Train - I forgot To Remember To Forget - I Love You Because - Harbor Lights - Blue Moon - Tomorrow Night -  I'll Never Let You Go ( Little Darlin' ) - Just Because - When it Rains, It Really Pours - That's When Your Heartaches Begin - I'll Never Stand In Your Way - I'm Left, You're Right, She's Gone - Fool, Fool, Fool

source: Barry McLean / September 20th, 2006


Hawaii 61

Thanks to everyone for making Hawaii 61 one of our best sellers , it is sold out on our end , so check with your dealers if you need a copy of the book /cd/replica ticket..Starring in Oklahoma will be available Dec. 5th retailing at $45.95 ..more information soon on photos and content. Joe Tunzi

Note from FECC : We still have a few copies available of the following books from JAT Publishing : Sessions III, Elvis-The Documentaries, Elvis As The One Called Charro ! ( with CD ) and Hawaii 61 with CD/ticket replica. You can contact us at fecc@elvis-collectors.com if interested by one of those.

source: Joe Tunzi/ FECC - September 1st, 2006


Interview with Sonny West and Marshall Terrill

Always wanted to know "what happened?" This is your chance. Sonny West - Elvis Presley's longtime bodyguard and Memphis Mafia member - and co-author Marshall Terill wrote the upcoming book "Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business". Both agreed to participate in an interview with you, the readers of ElvisNews.com and For Elvis CD Collectors Only. The book will cover Sonny West's 16 years with Elvis Presley from 1960 to 1976, the aftermath of "Elvis: What Happened?" to his thoughts today on Elvis, Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley. But the interview is not limited to just this book so if you want to know what happened, this is your chance to ask them that question you always wanted to ask them.
Just e-mail us your question and we'll make sure they get it.
Updated August 29th 2006


Hawaii 61

Just to inform the fans due to some great sales in Memphis there are only a minimal quantity of Hawaii 61 left . We don't foresee to have any left by months end, so if you need a copy of the book /cd/ ticket check with your dealer or order direct from our web site www.jatpublishing.com .

source: JAT Publishing / August 23rd, 2006


Interview With Joe Tunzi

Joe Tunzi, author of many Elvis books, including the new release "Elvis Hawaii '61" on Elvis' 1961 U.S.S. Arizona Benefit Show in Hawaii, has agreed to participate in an E-mail interview with the readers of Elvis News and For Elvis CD Collectors.

It is up to you to come up with that question you always wanted to ask Joe Tunzi. >> just e-mail us << your question and we'll make sure Joe Tunzi gets it.

The interview is not limited to just the theme of his latest '' Hawaii 61 '' book or his upcoming DVD project " Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2 " and the announced book " Elvis Starring In Oklahoma ", so feel free to ask Joe Tunzi whatever you always wanted to ask him.

source: Elvis News - FECC Team / August 7th, 2006


Elvis Starring in Oklahoma & Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2

Here's the art covers of next two projects from JAT Productions. The book '' Elvis Starring in Oklahoma '' scheduled for December 12th, 2006 will focus on Elvis' opening show of the July 1975 tour. JAT Productions are still working on their DVD project '' Hot Shots and Cool Clips Volume 2 '' and intend to be released in early 2007.

source: JAT Publishing / August 5th, 2006


The Million Dollar Quartet - 50th Anniversary Special Edition

This double CD set was released in the UK by the Charly label. Both discs have the same photo as the cover.

source: Barry McLean / July 31st, 2006


Elvis Hawaii 61 Book Out Now

Now Available Hawaii 61 The Ultimate Hawaii Package witch includes the book, collectors CD and replica ticket manufactured by the same company that produced many of the original Elvis Presley show tickets. All orders will be shipping early next week..coming in December-Elvis starring in Oklahoma, more as it becomes available. You can order direct from JAT PUBLISHING web-site beginning early next week..

source: JAT Publishing / July 21st, 2006



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Preview Inside G.I. Blues Deluxe Box

This box will contain a deluxe 112 page full colour book, a DVD and a vinyl single. The book will include a lot of unknown stories and some very informative texts about the movie written by Megan Murphy and Henryk Matraszek. It will also feature many rare and unpublished pictures of Elvis from during the filming, at the photo sessions, in the recording studio, at various parties that was held during the filming, eating together with the cast etc.

The Inside G.I. Blues book will also contain a lot of beautiful memorabilia from all over the word. The first printing comes in a deluxe box including a DVD and a vinyl single.

The DVD will contain never before seen footages from the movie. You will see outtakes of a scene, the completely unknown G.I. Hope you like it trailer (including never before seen footage of Elvis) and a lot more. The special 45 rpm. promotion vinyl single will feature very rare radio spots that have never been released on Cd. The box-set will only be available for a short time. After that will be book only be sold alone.
Source: Elvis Unlimited / Updated July 15th 2006



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A Date With Elvis

A great show to commemorate the 45th anniversary of The United Elvis Presley Society Knokke Casino (Belgium) Saturday, November 25th - 6 p.m.

Guests: Burt Blanca (Belgium) / Steve Binder (USA) / D.J. Fontana (U.S.A.) / Nicola Congiu (Italy)
Tickets: 43 €
Reservation: 32 3 2529222
1968 Comeback Convention
A great show to commemorate the 45th anniversary of It's Elvis Time
Stationsplein 45
Rotterdam (Holland)

Sunday, November 26th, 12 p.m.

Guests: Sue & The Flaming Stars (Holland) / Steve Binder (U.S.A.) / D.J. Fontana (U.S.A.) / Nicola Congiu (Italy)
Tickets: 40 €
Reservation: 31 594 518265
Updated July 8th 2006 - Source www.ueps.be

John Wilkinson Interview

The Brasilian site Elvis Collectors Brasil has published on their site an interview with John Wilkinson. You can access this interview directly by clicking on the following link : John Wilkinson Interview .

source: Sergio Luiz / updated July 7th, 2006


ANNUAL ELVIS MEETING

SATURDAY, JULY 15 2006 - from 12.00 to 17.30 hour at the DES Gebouw (Albert Steenbergenstraat 44) - Hoogeveen

The dutch Elvis Presley fanclub Elvis For Everyone have there annual Elvis meeting on saturday, July 15 2006. The day begins at 12.00 hour till 17.30 hour. There will be Elvis stands with cd's, dvd's, vinyl, books, photos, collectors items and much more and from different dealers! Also a USA Tour 2007 info stand, Elvis on big screen, a tombola... ALSO an ELVIS AUCTION with original collectors items from the 50's, 60's and 70's... And every fan receive a free and limited edition Collectors CD!!! For the first time available this day!
Entrance: 10 Euro (including free cd)
For more information go to www.elvismagazine.eu
Source: e-mail / Updated July 3rd 2006

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The Ultimate Hawaii 61 Package

The JAT Publishing Hawaii 61 book is scheduled for July 25th, 2006. This book will feature among other things photographs of the U.S.S. Arizona Benefit Show with over 130 black & white and color photos, many unpublished, informative text, with a special Bonus collector CD and replica ticket.The suggested retail price is $45.95. You can contact JAT Publishing directly from their website at  www.jatpublishing.com .

source: JAT Publishing / June 30th, 2006


Inside G.I. Blues

Coming late July is another book in the Inside "an Elvis movie" series. This time is it about the 1960 movie G.I. Blues. This deluxe 112 page full colour book will include a lot of unknown stories about the movie, many rare and unpublished pictures of Elvis during the filming, at the photo sessions, in the recording studio, at various parties that was held during the filming, eating together with the cast etc. Inside G.I. Blues will also contain a lot of beautiful memorabilia from all over the word.

The very informative texts about the movie that you will find in Inside G.I. Blues has been written by Megan Murphy and Henryk Matraszek. The first printing comes in a deluxe box including a DVD and a vinyl single. The DVD will contain never before seen footages from the movie. You will see outtakes of a scene, the completely unknown '' G.I. Hope you like it  '' trailer ( including never before seen footage of Elvis ) and a lot more. The special 45 rpm. promotion vinyl single will feature very rare radio spots that have never been released on Cd. The box-set will only be available for a short time. After that will be book only be sold alone. This book can be pre-ordered directly from Elvis Unlimited.

source: Elvis Unlimited / June 22nd, 2006


NEW ELVIS TRIBUTE ALBUM FEATURING THE JORDANAIRES

Rockabilly legend Robert Gordon ("Red Hot") and guitar hero Chris Spedding (Bryan Ferry, Roxy Music, Katie Melua, etc.) just returned from Nashville, where they recorded 15 Elvis songs for their upcoming album, a tribute to the King Of Rock 'n' Roll. Gordon, who still remembers the impact of hearing 'Heartbreak Hotel' at the age of nine, says that recording this album together with the Jordanaires was "exciting, exhilerating and exhausting... but wow, what an album! I can't wait for everyone to hear this album, which features the fabulous Jordanaires on 9 of the 15 tracks".

Arjan Deelen, who arranged for the Jordanaires to sing on the album, contacted bass-vocalist Ray Walker a few days ago, and Ray wrote that, "a good time was had by all, working with Robert, again. He brought the right talent to work with him in Chris Spedding. They, both, are 'right on'. We hope the best for your project and get a copy to us when it comes out!".
Source: www.robertgordon.dk - updated June 12th 2006

Elvis & Hitchcock on DVD

This Double Feature DVD produced by DCC Labs in Canada contains a 60 minutes documentary on Elvis titled '' The Story Of Elvis '' ( color and black & white ), and first's version of Alfred Hitchcock's '' The Man Who Knew Too Much '' ( black & white ). The disc itself as the same picture as featured on the front cover above.

source: Barry McLean / June 8th, 2006



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45 YEARS IT’S ELVIS TIME

The year 2006 is a special year to celebrate. Not only because of the 50th anniversary of Heartbreak Hotel or the Official Dutch Stamp which will be in the Dutch post offices very soon.....
BUT ALSO TO CELEBRATE THE 45th ANNIVERSARY OF THE OFFICIAL DUTCH FAN CLUB IT’S ELVIS TIME. There is only one artist in the world who deserves that kind of commitment: ELVIS! So we are very proud that we will have a super show in November to celebrate ELVIS and IT’S ELVIS TIME.

Two of ELVIS his co-workers will be attending our show on November 26, 2006 in Rotterdam (Zalencomplex Engels in het Groothandelsgebouw)
We are very proud to announce the LEGENDARY:
DJ FONTANA, Elvis’ drummer from 1955 till 1968
STEVE BINDER producer 1968 comeback special
ALSO two very talented artists with their bands: NICOLA CONGIU + BAND from Italy
SUE & THE FLAMING STARS

Show starts at 12.00
Tickets: € 40,00 at the door or € 37,50 in advance
You can order your tickets now! Make sure you are part of this special day. It's not every day in your life you can meet and greet with DJ Fontana and Steve Binder!!! For some of you it will be a once in a lifetime chance.
TICKET OFFICE:
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