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

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

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 11^th.  

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 26^th 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 26^th 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 27^th 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 26^th 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.

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.

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.

( click on the banner for a larger view )

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

+ 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.

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:

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

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 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.

Sunday, November 26th, 12 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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".

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.

Jennifer Holden to visit the UK

Essential Elvis in the UK have secured their usual venue for their August Bank Holiday week-end bash on August 27th in Shoreham-by-Sea. The guys who publish The Elvis Mag have announced that their special guest will be Elvis' Jailhouse Rock co-star, Jennifer Holden. Without a doubt, this show will be a total sellout way ahead of time, so please book early. The reason? In addition to their exciting USA guest and a massive memorabilia stall, they've also booked All Shook Up, a superb rock ‘n’ roll band to add to the ‘50s feel of the sockhop in sunny Sussex. Please, do not miss what will surely be one of the Elvis event of the year.
For more information please email: enquiries@essentialelvis.com
Source: Essential Elvis - Updated May 26th 2006

The United Elvis Presley Society/Belgium and It’s Elvis Time/Holland will also be celebrating their 45th birthday in Memphis 2007. They will dance the night away on August 14, starting 9 p.m. The venue will take place in the center of Memphis and superstar Terry Mike Jeffrey with his complete band will be appearing on stage. Both fan clubs will announce the ticket price for this dance party in the very near future. When seating permits, tickets for other fanclub members will be made available. Other guests and related Elvis Presley friends might be passing by and do autograph sessions. Lists of those who will be attending will be posted on a regular base. It’s Elvis Time and The United Elvis Presley Society will have about 250 of their members in Memphis during Elvisweek 2007.
Source: It's Elvis Time / updated May 20th 2006

The Complete Sun Sessions & The Sun Studio Sessions

'' The Complete Sun Sessions '' was released in the UK on the Chrome Dreams label. This is a double CD set and comes with a nice booklet in a slipcase and has picture discs. '' The Sun Studio Sessions '' was made in the EU on the Revola label ( a division of Cherry Red  Records LTD UK ). Both were released in 2006.

source: Barry McLean / May 9th, 2006

It's Elvis Time 50th Anniversary of TV Guide

This cd marks the 50th anniversary of the TV Guide from 1956. The only difference with the vinyl 45 rpm is, that on this cd you will have the complete interview which was recorded in 1956. With the design of this cd we did try to be as authentic as we could get, compare to the 1956 release.

Joe Russo's Elvis....Straight Up !

Dear Elvis fans and collectors. My name is Joe Russo and I reside in the New York/Tri-state area.

In addition to being a life-long Elvis fan and musician, I have also published three books and written countless contibutions to various Elvis-related sites and publications over the years.

At the encouragement of fellow Elvis Squad contributor Steve Barile ( Barile's Alternate Take ) , and our glorious host the For Elvis CD Collectors Only website, I have decided to dedicate some of my insight and Elvis passion to this new column, fittingly titled ELVIS....STRAIGHT UP!

Occasionally I will review product and music releases, but the column will vary from personal rants , recollections and opinions to commentary on whatever might be the current hot topic of the Elvis world. I would like to state up-front that I shoot from the hip and that my opinions and writings will usually be very straight-forward and sometimes blazingly direct.

I invite questions,comments and contributions from any and all Elvis fans worldwide and I may always be contacted directly at epshots@yahoo.com

Thank you!

source: Joe Russo / FECC Team - updated on May 5th, 2006

Hawaii 61 Book

Coming this Summer from JAT Publishing Hawaii 61 featuring the U.S.S. Arizona Benefit Show with over 130 black and white and color photos, many unpublished, informative text, with a special Bonus CD and more..Watch our website for further information in the near future and as usual will be available on JAT Publishing website at www.jatpublishing.com .

source : JAT Publishing/ April 27th, 2006

New Polish CD "KRÓL ELVIS I JEGO DWÓR"

A new CD release from Poland that will come with a newspaper is "KRÓL ELVIS I JEGO DWÓR". It has a hard bookcover and contains a 36 page booklet in the Polish language. Here the tracklisting:
1. BILL HALEY AND HIS COMETS - (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock 2. CARL PERKINS - Blue Suede Shoes 3. ELVIS PRESLEY - That's All Right 4. CHUCK BERRY - Maybellene 5. FATS DOMINO - Blueberry Hill 6. JERRY LEE LEWIS - Great Balls Of Fire 7. LITTLE RICHARD - Lucille 8. WANDA JACKSON - Fujiyama Mama 9. ELVIS PRESLEY - Good Rockin' Tonight 10. FRANKIE AVALON - Dede Dinah 11. PAT BOONE - Speedy Gonzales 12. BRENDA LEE - Dynamite 13. BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETS - Peggy Sue 14. THE PLATTERS - Only You (And You Alone) 15. GENE VINCENT - Be-Bop-A-Lula 16. THE BEATLES - Ain't She Sweet 17. ELVIS PRESLEY - Blue Moon Of Kentucky 18. LULU AND THE LUVVERS - Shout 19. CHUBBY CHECKER - Let's Twist Again 20. LITTLE EVA - The Loco-Motion 21. CARL MANN - Mona Lisa 22. HELEN SHAPIRO - Walkin' Back To Happiness 23. BILL HALEY AND HIS COMETS - See You Later, Alligator 24. DANNY MIRROR - I Remember Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley Summerfestival

Do you know a better way to welcome the summer of 2006? One complete day with Elvis as top priority. Just take your good spirit, sit down, enjoy and relax. Take all your Elvis friends to this special day. You all know that at June 26th 1977 Elvis gave his last concert in Indianapolis, so that's why this date has been set.

The Man Called Charro! book Out Now

The latest book from JAT Productions titled '' Elvis as The One Called Charro ! '' is out now. Retail price $39.95 plus postage & handling and includes cool Charro! CD....CD's are limited....first come first served..It can be directly ordered from Joe Tunzi on his website at www.jatpublishing.com .

source: JAT Publishing - updated on April 14th, 2006

Inside GI Blues

There will soon be a new release in the Inside ... book series. This time will it be about the movie G.I. Blues. The book will follow the line of similar projects from Ger Rijff. This Elvis Unlimited production will contain more than 100 pages of known classic and rare and never before seen pictures from the movie. There will be a limited release including a 45 rpm vinyl single and a DVD.
Source: Elvis Unlimited - Updated March 27th 2006

Montreal Elvis Convention 2006

The next Elvis Presley Convention in Montreal will be on April 1st, 2006 from 11:00 a.m. to 16:30 p.m. at St-Gilbert Hall located at 5415 Jean-Talon East in Montreal, near the St. Michel metro ( bus 141 ). You can buy, sell, and trade Elvis memorabilia of all kinds; LP’s, CD’s, DVD's, photos,videos, posters and everything from Elvis dolls to Elvis stamps. Door prizes will be handed out all day long.

There will be a live band with singer Luc Bouffard and the Dix-Versions Choir.

Special Guest will be Jamie Aaron Kelley. Come and meet in person the new singer from the popular musical '' Elvis Story  '' produced by LCQ in Quebec !

Admission: $5.00 Adults ; Age 12 and under, free ( with an adult ). 

source: e-mail / March 23rd, 2006

It's Elvis Time Opens 100% Elvis Shop

On 30th March 2006 “It’s Elvis Time” will open a retail shop in the Northern part of The Netherlands.

Saturdays 10.00 – 17.00 hrs

Tel: +31 594518265
Source: Peter Haan - It's Elvis Time / Updated March 20th 2006

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COMPETITION - Win tickets to Spring Fever in the UK

 

Essential Elvis magazine in the UK, and the team at FECC are offering fans the chance to win several pairs of tickets to the Spring Fever event in England next month.  If you and a friend or partner would like to meet two unique guests and enjoy a terrific night of Elvis fun, then please email the answer to the following question to editor@essentialelvis.com

 

Question: In what year did Elvis employ Dean Nichopoulos as a bodyguard? 

 

1. Please include your name and address so we can forward the tickets if you win.
2. Please enter only if you are able to attend the event on Saturday, April 8th.

 

About the guests...

 

Dean Nichouplos first met Elvis when he was teenager in 1970. He introduced Elvis to the sport of racquetball, which lead to a close friendship lasting many years. He became part of Elvis' elite inner circle when he was employed as a personal bodyguard in 1975, and of course, Dean is the son of the infamous George Nichopoulos.  For the first time, Dean has agreed to address questions about his father's time with Elvis, as well as his own. 
For almost thirty years, the media  has pursued an exclusive interview with Dean, one of the few who were with Elvis during the last years of his life.  He holds many interesting, never-before-told stories and has never spoken about such times... Until now!

 

Sara Erwin (author of Over The Fence - A Neighbour’s Memories of Elvis) grew up in the shadow of Graceland. She knew Elvis as a friend and neighbour for over twenty years, and has many fascinating memories of living just yards from the King. Her stories are guaranteed to entertain.

Source: Essential Elvis /updated March 17th 2006

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Elvis Presley as The One Called Charro ! & Bonus CD artwork

Released later this month the latest book from JAT Productions titled '' Elvis as The One Called Charro ! ''. Retail price $39.95 plus postage & handling and includes cool Charro! CD....CD's are limited....first come first served..It can be directly ordered from Joe Tunzi on his website at www.jatpublishing.com .

source: JAT Publishing - updated on March 9th, 2006

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Info for Charlie Hodge's services

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Charlie Hodge, longtime Elvis friend, dies at 71

Charlie Hodge not only got the audience's attention when he performed on an empty Coke crate. He got the attention of a music legend. Mr. Hodge said that the first time Elvis Presley saw him, he was standing and singing on the crate while performing with The Foggy River Boys in Memphis. The memory always gave Elvis a chuckle, Mr. Hodge said in a 2005 interview with the Web site Elvis Australia. Mr. Hodge, a Decatur native who died Friday at age 71, said he used the crate because he was 5 feet 3 inches tall and the other band members "towered over me." After meeting backstage at that performance, Mr. Hodge didn't see Elvis again until both were in the Army, where they became friends.

After Elvis' death, Mr. Hodge performed at shows dedicated to Elvis, including a March 2005 appearance at Decatur's Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts. He also wrote "Elvis 'N Me," which Castle Books published in 1988. Elvis' bodyguard, Sonny West, said in a DAILY interview that after Elvis' death, he and Mr. Hodge went 27 years without seeing each other. Then they met in Decatur at West's one-man show, "Memories of Elvis." "He walked up, shook my hand, and said, 'It's been too long, Sonny. I'll tell you right now, if he (Elvis) was watching us, he'd want us to get together, because where he's at now, he's nothing but love,' " West recalled.

Although Mr. Hodge lived at Graceland, he returned to Decatur to visit his parents' Jackson Street home. He told THE DAILY in 1982 that "when you come back to Decatur, there are two things you have to have: Bob Gibson's barbecue and a C.F. Penn hamburger." Now the entertainment industry has lost a man who worked to keep Elvis' memory alive.

Cancer
Mr. Hodge died of cancer at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. Fans are posting tributes to Mr. Hodge on Elvis Web sites. A Yahoo site had 81 messages as of Saturday night, including a message from one fan who wrote, "May God bless your soul, Charlie. Now you're together again with your true friend Elvis." That seems fitting, since in his book about Elvis, Mr. Hodge wrote, "Remembering Elvis for the purpose of writing this book, has created loneliness in me like a torment."
Source: decaturdaily / Updated March 5th 2005

EASTER SPECIAL: ELVIS and “The Moon Dogs”

After the very successful local meetings in Holland, we are now pronouncing the next get together ion Saturday, April 15th 2006. Party centre “De Torenstee” Weth. Van der Veldenweg 5 Numansdorp. “The Moon Dogs” will perform their Elvis repertoire live on stage. We will enjoy Elvis on big screen, like we did the first time we laid eyes on him. Some beautiful old timers will be showing of their colours, just for fun. We all understand what it’s all about being an Elvis fan, so let’s enjoy each others company. No huge names, no Elvis crew. Nothing like that at all, “just” down to earth solid ELVIS music and images. That’s the thing we should appreciate the most. You are very welcome to join and make it worthwhile. Let’s Have A Party Ladies and Gentleman, you are a great audience!
Source: It's Elvis Time - Updated Feb 25th 2006

For Collectors Only

The Dutch Elvis Presley Fanclub "It's Elvis Time" has some original ticket stubs for sale!. Those ticket stubs are from Richfield, OH. July 10th, 1975 at the Cleveland Coliseum. All ticket stubs comes with certificate of authenticy. Price is $70 USD including mailing cost. Photo is from the July 10th 1975 concert.
For order information contact: Peter Haan at mailto:itselvistime@planet.nl
Source: It's Elvis Time - Updated Feb 25th 2006

Spring Fever

Essential Elvis will organize a meet and greet with guest from the USA hosted by Shayne Driscoll. The guests are Dean Nichopoulos (Elvis' friend and bodyguard '75-'77) and Sara Erwin (Elvis' friend and neighbour '57-'77). There will be a huge memorabilia stall, big screen footage, great prizes etc... For more info click on the flyer to enlarge it or go to the Essential Elvis website for more details.
Source: Essential Elvis - Updated January 27th 2006

Back To The Roots

Elvis Unlimited will have a new show on April 21 & 22, 2006 called the "Back To The Roots". In the line up you'll have Bob Moore, Reggie Young, Jerry Carrigan, Paul Ansell & Number Nine and a special surprise guest. For more info, click on the flyer to see it enlarge, or visit their site on http://www.elvisunlimited.com
Source: Elvis Unlimited - Updated January 24th 2006

ElvisMatters presents Supershow

On Saturday May 20th, the crew of the Belgian-Dutch fanclub ElvisMatters rocks the town of Eindhoven (Holland) with an unprecedented line up, even bigger than "Elvis The Concert". The supershow "One Night With Elvis" features:

Elvis' Birthday party Concerts

The TCB-Band will play 3 concerts in January 2006 with Dennis Jale in Austria at the Vienna Metropol. For more info click on the flyer to see it enlarge for further information.
Source: E-mail / Updated December 28th 2005

It's Elvis Time #249

In our mailbox we found the 249th issue of the Dutch it's Elvis Time magazine. In this issue we get "The King Meets The President" including all the pictures that were shot at the meeting. A convention review, Elvis & Dixie Locke and ofcourse the reviews of CD's, DVD's etc...
Also the It's Elvis Time will organize a 71th birthday party on January 7th 2006 in Deventer. For more info on the magazine and the 71th party you can visit the it's elvis time website.
Updated December 25th 2005

Russian Elvis Golden Records Vol. 1 - 4

There`s a new Import series from Russia, they just released Elvis Golden Records Vol. 1 - 4 as Gatefold Digipack with beautiful artwork, CD with Bonus tracks and a special DVD! Real pressed silver CD and DVD, no CD-R or DVD-R! DVD contains the soundtrack from each movie of that time!. The CDs have excellent soundquality, much better as the last remastered versions from `97 the DVD is about the same quality as the original movies released as DVD!
Source: Mathias Netzker - Updated December 23rd 2005

Memphis Recording Service Volume 1 - 1953-1954

We just received the book/DVD Memphis Recording Service vol. 1, and was wondering if this project would live up the hyping. The book itself is made with care, and my compliments for the lay-out, for it's really beautiful and you can see that it was done by "real Elvis fans". It has a lot of colorized pictures, and some are nicely done, but of course it depends on your taste. Then we have the DVD in 5.1 format, well, to be honest I didn't notice any improvement on the sound of the sun masters, but.., the highlight of this project is the first Louisiana Hayride performances. I never heard it in this quality, just stunning. Only for these Hayride songs it's worth to buy this format alone. Our conclusion is that this project is highly recommended.

Saturday, December 17 2005 at the “DES Gebouw” (Albert Steenbergenstraat 44) in Hoogeveen. A great Elvis day for everyone! With a big fanclub shop and also some other Elvis shops; The TTWII & Elvis On Tour Outtakes on big screen!!!, a Tombola, and more!
It's Christmas time at the Elvis meeting in Hoogeveen! The annual Elvis Christmas meeting from the Elvis For Everyone fanclub. Visitors can also win some great Elvis items! Including copies of the DVD "Colonel Parker - De manager van Elvis". Also for this day for the first time available: Volume 3-5 from "The Single Collection"...
Tickets: 10 Euro only. Doors are open from 12.00 to 17.00.
Hope to see you all!!! Shopping, selling, dancing, meeting other fans & more! For more information: elvisforeveryone@zonnet.nl

Elvis Empire - The Jim 'E' Curtin Collection Book

This is one Super Elvis' 71st Birthday Anniversary Celebration Book. This book will blow your mind - I though had a collection !! This Jim " E " Curtin had an unbelievable collection . A real Big & Heavy Catalogue book. The Elvis Treasures in this book will be on Public Auction to be held on January 7 & 8, 2006 at Berverly Hills, California. An Essential Colletors' Gem of a Book..
Source: HT long - Updated December 10th 2005

Elvis Presley as The One Called Charro !

The next project from JAT Productions will be a book titled '' Elvis Presley as The One Called Charro '' and should be out in early Spring 2006. This 96 pages book will contain over 150 photographs in color and black & white. It will also features documents and text pertaining to the film, and a free collectors bonus CD with the first 1000 books. The suggested retail price for the whole package is $39.95. It will be possible to order this book directly from Joe Tunzi on his website at www.jatpublishing.com .

source: Joe Tunzi - updated on December 6th, 2005

Elvis For Everyone #32

We just received the latest issue of the dutch fanmagazine "Elvis For Everyone". In this magazine you will have a very nice treat for it comes with a free CD. The CD features the first Sun single and 3 bonus songs (that's all right and Blue moon of Kentucky, live October 16th 1954, and an overdubbed live recording of That's all right. The magazine features tons of news, an article about the TTWII & On Tour outtakes, bootleg CD's special #2 and more. For more info you can send an e-mail to elvisforeveryone@zonnet.nl
Updated: December 2nd, 2005

All Elvis 2

Two years after Elvis Unlimited published the book '' All Elvis '' are a follow up in the making. This second volume will be made after the concept as the first volume. You will find more than 150 rare and unpublished pictures in '' All Elvis 2 '' . If you like the first '' All Elvis '' then make sure to get the follow up. You won't be disappointed! Keep yourself updated regarding '' All Elvis 2 '' on Elvis Unlimited website.

source: Elvis Unlimited - updated on November 30th, 2005

Chinese "Elvis In The 50's" 2 VCD Set

Released officially by BMG China and distributed by GSM Music throughout China and Asia is the 2 VCD set of "Elvis in The 50's" featuring both the Elvis in Hollywood & Elvis '56 shows. This Double VCD set comes with the most beautiful cover sleeves housed in an excellent slip-case. A must for any true collectors' collection. Happy hunting.
Source: HT Long / Updated November 22nd 2005

NBC has produced an original soundtrack CD for their popular series '' Las Vegas '' starring James Caan. This CD on the '' Treadstone '' label contains two tracks by Elvis. The first track is the JXL Remix '' A Little Less Conversation '' while the last track is the same track from the '68 NBC Special. It contains also '' Suspicious Minds '' performed by Wayne Newton .

source: Barry McLean - updated on November 22nd, 2005

Yesterday we added a review of the latest book from JAT Publishing. We thought it would be interesting to have a sneak preview of some of the images featured in the Elvis The Documentaries. Take note some of those photographs are not full page thus explaining the size can vary from one to another.

source: JAT Publishing / FECC Team - updated on November 17th, 2005

We received a few days ago our copies of the latest book from JAT Publishing on both documentaries Elvis did for MGM. Joe Tunzi also informed us they already shipped out their orders ( including dealers ) and about everyone shall get their copies soon. We will try to put a full review of this book on our site within the next 2-3 days. In the meantime we think everyone will be please with this book.

The book almost went sold out on pre-orders only and should be sold out soon. If you want a copy then don't wait !!!! It is possible to order the book directly on their website at www.jatpublishing.com. 

source: JAT Publishing / FECC Team - updated on November 10th, 2005

As an additional service to it's listeners, Radio Mi Amigo 192 now offers the weekly Elvis program 'The Memphis Flash' using the latest technical feature: podcasting. Until now, if you missed an episode of the weekly Wednesday show, containing all the studio recordings made by Elvis in chronological order: bummer! But now YOU can decide when and where to listen to your favorite program! Simply surf to http://www.radio-miamigo.nl and click on Podcasting. Look for the Memphis Flash feed and click on the iPodder icon (or surf directly to http://feeds.feedburner.com/MemphisFlashRadioMiAmigo), and you'll never miss an episode again! Lots of out-takes, many originals and valuable information about Elvis Presley at a time convenient to you.

Lamar Fike in remission

This evening I had a long phone conversation with Lamar Fike in Nashville. He has informed me that although doctors will be keeping a close eye on his health, he has been given the all-clear from cancer. He wants to thank fans from around the world for their prayers and kind messages. He is now looking trim, feeling great and thanking God that he is AG... Above Ground.
Source: Andrew Hearn - Essential Elvis / Updated: November 6th 2005

Essential Elvis #43

Here we have the latest issue of the magazine "Essential Elvis". In this issue you can find an interview with Roy C. Bennett, the second part of Elvis 1954 Sun Sessions, an interview with Cherry Wainer and of course the latest news.

If you'd like to subscribe: http://www.essentialelvis.com/
Email: ElvisMagazine@aol.com
Updated: November 6th 2005

Last Reminder for the Elvis Convention in Montreal

The next Elvis Presley Convention in Montreal is held on November 5th, 2005 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. . The meeting is at the Auberge Royal Versaille, 7200 Sherbrooke East Street, Montreal.  Dealers and collectors from all over Canada will be on hand to buy, sell, and trade Elvis memorabilia of all kinds; LP’s, CD’s, DVD's, photos,videos, and everything from Elvis dolls to Elvis stamps. Door prizes will be handed out all day long. There will be also live entertainment.

Admission: $5.00 Adults ; Age 12 and under, free ( with an adult ). 

source: FECC Team - updated on November 2nd, 2005

Following the two successful promo Cd's Jordan released earlier this year to benefit Memphis' Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center, he is now releasing a third limited edition cd to benefit the World-Wide American Red Cross disaster relief efforts. The title of the cd is "Doing the best I can - From Fan to Fans".

The official release date for this limited edition CD is October 31st, 2005. But you can pre-order your copy NOW! For further information, please visit: http://promos.jordans-elvis-world.com It's a win-win situation!
You get a cool Elvis CD, and you will be helping the Red Cross at the same time!
Source: Jordan's Elvis World / October 27, 2005

The new book '' Elvis - The Documentaries '' by J.A.T. Publishing is ready and Joe Tunzi will have them shipped out to him this week. The distribution of this book will start as soon as he receives them. This is possible to make direct orders for the book on their website at www.jatpublishing.com. 

source: J.A.T. Publishing / FECC Team - updated on October 25th, 2005

The next Elvis Presley Convention in Montreal is held on November 5th, 2005 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. . The meeting is at the Auberge Royal Versaille, 7200 Sherbrooke East Street, Montreal.  Dealers and collectors from all over Canada will be on hand to buy, sell, and trade Elvis memorabilia of all kinds; LP’s, CD’s, DVD's, photos,videos, and everything from Elvis dolls to Elvis stamps. Door prizes will be handed out all day long. There will be also live entertainment.

Admission: $5.00 Adults ; Age 12 and under, free ( with an adult ). 

source: FECC Team - updated on October 22nd, 2005

Coming soon are the '' Elvis-The Single Collection ''. The first two will be available soon while the last three are set to be released on December 10th. Those are limited edition ( 1000 copies ) in a special cardboard package with booklet. Each single contains 5 tracks including the original tracks and 3 bonus tracks.

AVAILABLE SOON

1. That's All Right / Blue Moon Of Kentucky : Including the original versions + a live recording from both songs from October 16, 1954 in very good quality and an overdubbed live version from That's All Right.

2. Good Rockin' Tonight / I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine :Including the or