ELVIS IN THE '90S - RCA 9028

Contents: Tomorrow Night (original Sun master); Sake Rattle And Roll (alternate take); King Creole (alternate take); Suppose (master).
Issued in 1990 by BMG Germany to be given to delegates of the BMG International Conference in Monte Carlo, March 25th - 29th 1990.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes. Total running time: 11:00 minutes

This rare promo CD comes in a jewel case. The front of the gatefold insert depicts the "Elvis in the 90's" logo and nothing else. The inside of the insert features notes by Klaus Schmalenbach of BMG International and lists the tracks contained on the CD. It also contains the phrase "For private use only, not for sale, not for broadcast". The back of the insert states: "This CD sample is of limited edition for the delegates of the BMG International conference, monte carlo 25-29 march 1990". The rear cover lists the tracks contained on the CD and again it states: "For private use only, not for sale, not for broadcast".
The CD is silver and black featuring the old RCA logo. On the right side it states: "For Private Use Only". This is one of the rarest promo CD in the world.

ELVIS THE KING OF ROCK N ROLL - THE COMPLETE '50's MASTERS - 74321 102022

Contents: Mystery Train; All Shook Up; Baby I Don't Care; Trouble; Shake Rattle And Roll; Don't Leave Me Now (non -soundtrack version).
Issued in 1992 by BMG International to promote "The Complete '50's Masters" box set in Europe.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 13:09 minutes

This CD is presented in a fold-out digipack. The front cover has the same picture as the "'50's Box Set" with pink and blue print. The inside cover with pink background contains an introduction by Ernst Mikael Jorgensen and Roger Semon written in May 1992 which summarizes Elvis' career up to his Army induction. The rear cover lists the songs included on the CD along with the recording data for each track. At the top of the rear cover, it states: "Not For Sale / Promotion Only".
The CD itself is silver with black and orange print. It is rumored that this promotional CD was repackaged by BMG after it was discovered that the rear cover of the original issue contained an incorrect recording date for "Don't Leave Me Now". The original cover lists April 30th 1957 (the soundtrack version recording date) as opposed to the correct date of February 23rd 1957 (non soundtrack version recording date).

LA VOZ DEL ROCK - 74321 130012 (2B)

Contents: Medley number 1 (Hound Dog; Don't Be Cruel; Jailhouse Rock; Blue Suede Shoes; Promised Land; Trouble). Medley number 2 (Love Me Tender; Are You Lonesome Tonight?; Can't Help Falling In Love; In The Ghetto; It's Now Or Never).
Issued in 1992 by BMG Spain to promote the Spanish release of "La Voz Del Rock" double CD
. Sound quality: Digitally remastered but not from the original master tapes.

The front cover contains a color close-up picture of Elvis in his Gold Suit on a white background. The title of the release is printed in black print in the upper part of the front cover. Six of the songs contained on the release are also listed on the front cover. At the bottom of the front cover in red print, it states: "Medley Promocional Para Radio (Prohibida Su Venta)". The inside of the insert lists the titles contained in each medley and the fact that they have been extracted from the commercial release - "Elvis La Voz Del Rock". The overleaf of the insert contains the BMG/RCA logos.
The CD itself is colorless with black print. The title is printed in the upper part of the disc. On the left side, there is the RCA logo. The track titles are printed in the lower part of the disc.

LOVE LETTERS - ELVIS PRESLEY - ELVIS 58

Contents: Love letters (1966 single version).
Issued in 1993 by BMG Records (U.K) Ltd. To celebrate The King's 58th Birthday and to re-promote the "From The Heart" CD.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes. Total running time: 2:50 minutes

This CD was issued in a plastic see-through sleeve with no picture cover. The plastic cover contains a sticker from RCA / BMG stating: "To celebrate Elvis Presley's 58th birthday. RCA are re-promoting "Elvis - From The Heart" backed by major TV advertising. Don't Forget Radio 2's Elvis Special on the Ken Bruce show on 8th January".
The CD itself is a silver disc with black print. The title is printed at the top, the RCA / BMG logos are printed on the left, and the song title is printed at the bottom of the CD. The statement "For Promotional Use Only" is printed at the bottom of the CD as well. This is a very had to obtain CD and not very well known about even among Elvis collectors.

ELVIS FROM NASHVILLE TO MEMPHIS - THE ESSENTIAL '60s MASTERS I - EP 0012

Contents: Stuck On You; A Mess Of Blues; It's Now Or Never; Are You Lonesome Tonight?; Reconsider Baby; I'm Coming Home; Little Sister; (You're The) Devil In Disguise; Tomorrow Is A Long Time; Guitar Man/What'd I Say; In The Ghetto; Suspicious Minds; Only The Strong Survive; This Time/I Can't Stop Loving You.
Issued in 1993 by BMG International to promote "The 60's Box Set" in Europe.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 44:37 minutes

This must be the most lavishly presented single Elvis CD by BMG to date. The gold colored CD is presented in a triple fold-out digipack. The front cover is identical to "The '60s Box Set" except the background is much darker on this variation. The cover also states that this is a "Special 14 Track Sampler - Limited Edition For Promotion Only". The inside cover has a foreword by The RCA Records Label identical to the one included in "The '60s Box Set" booklet. In addition, the inside cover reproduces the "Collectible Stamps Of Elvis Presley's 1960s RCA Records Label Covers" (much smaller than in the box set itself) and contains an advertisement for "The '60s Box Set" - all in full color. All songs included on this CD are accompanied by detailed recording / statistical data. The back overlap contains the following phrase: "For Promotional Use Only Not For Sale".
The CD itself features black print on a gold background. A highly attractive, eye catching collectible.

SELECTIONS FROM AMAZING GRACE - HIS GREATEST SACRED PERFOMANCES - 74321 24079 2

Contents: Amazing Grace; Milky White Way; Run On; I John; Bosom Of Abraham; You Better Run; Lead Me, Guide Me; Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus - Nearer My God To Thee. The last four tracks are from the "On Tour" sessions; however, "I John" is also listed as coming from the same source, but in reality it is the regular version from the "He Touched Me" album.
Issued in 1994 by BMG Germany to promote the "Amazing Grace" 2 CD set.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from original master tapes.
Total running time: 19:03 minutes

The artwork on the cover and on the disc is exactly the same as the U.S. release except the European release uses a little shade in its black and white color scheme combination.
The front cover of this release is exactly the same as the commercial cover except it contains the phrase "Selections from" in the title. The inside of the cover provides recording data for the tracks included on the CD. In addition, the insert includes a full page color photo of Elvis on stage in 1972 - identical to the one used in the commercial release under the second CD tray with a small "Not For Sale" warning in the top right hand corner. The back cover includes the track listing and a smaller version of the picture used as the cover of the booklet included in the regular commercial release. At the bottom of the back cover, it states: "Not For Sale".
The print on the CD is identical to the commercial CD but without the purple background.

FROM MEMPHIS TO VENICE - no catalog number assigned

Contents: That's All Right; Blue Moon Of Kentucky; Good Rockin' Tonight; I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine. Issued in 1994 by BMG Germany and given to label executives to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Elvis' first single released in 1954.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 8:48 minutes

A highly collectible item since it was not really a promo release in the usual sense. The cover (front and back) duplicates in full color the RCA Victor reissue of the 45rpm version of "That's All Right Mama / Blue Moon Of Kentucky" in 1955. The back of the enclosed insert includes a brief account of the recording of this groundbreaking release by Klaus Schmalenbach from BMG International, Munich. The 45rpm labels of "Good Rockin' Tonight" and " I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine" are reproduced in black and white on the center pages. The sleeve also states "For Private Use Only. Not For Sale. Not For Broadcast".
The CD itself duplicates the "That's All Right" Label in full color.

FROM MEMPHIS TO AUSTRIA - no catalog number assigned

Contents: That's All Right; Blue Moon Of Kentucky; Good Rockin' Tonight; I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine. Issued in 1994 by BMG Germany and given to label executives to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Elvis' first single released in 1954.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 8:48 minutes

This is identical in its contents and packaging to the "From Memphis To Venice" CD except for the title. The CD itself is no different as the title is not mentioned on either and no catalog numbers were assigned. Therefore only the spine of the cover and the fourth page of the enclosed booklet contain the titles and differ between the tow releases.
Apparently, the change in the titles is in reference to BMG / RCA executive meetings held at the locations mentioned.

GOOD LUCK CHARM / CRYING IN THE CHAPEL - THE ESSENTIAL COLLECTION - 74321 26645 2

Contents: Good Luck Charm; Crying In the Chapel.
Issued in 1994 by RCA / BMG Spain to promote "The Essential Collection" CD in Spain.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 5:46 minutes

Presented in a cardboard sleeve, the front cover is exactly the same as the commercial European version of "The Essential Collection" CD. The rear of the cover lists the two tracks contained on the CD and advertises "The Essential Collection" CD in Spanish.
The disc itself is silver with black print. In addition, the disc and the cover state: "Prohibida Su Venta", which means "Not For Sale".

ELVIS UDDRAG FRA - THE ESSENTIAL COLLECTION - ELVIS DK.PRO 1

Contents: Hound Dog; Blue Suede shoes; Love Me Tender; Return To Sender.
Issued in 1994 by BMG Denmark to promote "The Essential Collection" CD in Denmark.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 9:11 minutes

This CD is presented in a slim jewel case. The front cover insert sports a classic black and white "Jailhouse Rock" promotional photograph (a close-up of the "Essential Collection" cover shot).
The CD itself is silver with black print. At the right side it state: "Promo Only. Made in Denmark".

ELVIS LIVE IN LAS VEGAS - PRO CD4

Contents: Are You Lonesome Tonight? (The Famous Laughing Version).
Issued in 1996 by BMG Netherlands to re-promote the "Collector's Gold" 3 CD box set.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 2:33 minutes

This one track promo CD is presented in a cardboard sleeve which is identical to the one used for the commercial four track European CD single - "Elvis Live In Las Vegas" which promoted the same 3 CD box set. The main difference is that the back of the sleeve states boldly: "Promotional Copy - Not For Sale".
The CD itself is black with silver print and both the BMG and RCA logos are printed on the disc. On the right side it states: "Promotional copy not for sale".

ELVIS NORSKE FAVORITTER - ELVIS PRO 1/96

Contents: One Night; I'll Hold You In My Heart; Always On My Mind.
Issued in 1996 by BMG Norway to promote the Norwegian CD release, "Elvis - Norske Favoritter".
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 10:45 minutes

This 3 track promo CD is presented in a slim jewel case. The entire front cover is pure white and sports a classic close-up black and white '57 Elvis picture. It also contains the title in blue and red print in the lower left corner. It also states: "Limited Edition Promotional Single" across the bottom of the front cover. The inside of the cover contains a color photo from the 1968 Comeback Special and lists the 3 tracks included on the CD. It also states: "Promotional Singel - Not For Sale". The BMG and RCA logos are also included on the inside cover.
The CD itself is all white with silver print. Both, the BMG and RCA logos are contained on the disc. The following phrase is also printed on the CD: "Limited Edition - Promotional Singel - Not For Sale". In addition, the 3 tracks are also printed on the CD.

ELVIS - THE TWELFTH OF NEVER -74321 365702

Contents: The Twelfth Of Never; Walk A Mile In My Shoes. Issued in 1996 by BMG Netherlands to promote the '70s box set.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 5:36 minutes

This was given away to customers of the Dutch store Vroom & Dreesman for one month when purchasing other Elvis CDs from the store.
Presented in a slim jewel case, the cover insert uses the same photo as "The '70s Box Set" with a blue background. The inside lists the two tracks contained on the CD and states: "Promo Only. Not For Sale". A smaller version of the cover picture is also reproduced on the inside cover.
The CD is a picture disc using the cover picture as the artwork on a blue background. The disc lists the two tracks and states: "Promo Only. Not For Sale".

ELVIS OFF CAMERA - 74321 46658 2

Contents: Can't Help Falling In Love (movie version); Shoppin' Around; Doin' The Best I Can; Rock-A-Hula-Baby; Trouble; King Creole; Jailhouse Rock; Loving You; Teddy Bear; Love Me Tender (stereo).
Issued in 1997 by BMG Entertainment to promote the reissues of 'Blue Hawaii', 'G.I. Blues', 'Loving You', 'King Creole' and 'Jailhouse Rock' soundtrack releases.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 23:15 minutes

The front cover, features a black and white photo of Elvis on the set of "Loving You" with the title of the CD in white and blue print. The back cover contains a track listing and the words: "For promotional use only. Not for sale." The center of the insert features facts and statistics on the films it deals with and color shots of the film albums are on the reverse.
The CD itself is a picture disc featuring the cover photo against a blue background with the title in silver and light blue lettering. The disc also states: "Not For Sale" and contains the RCA and BMG logos.

ELVIS PRESLEY - ALWAYS ON MY MIND - ELVISDJ1/97

Contents: Always On My Mind (orchestral version); Are You Lonesome Tonight? (laughing version); Moody Blue; Way Down.
Issued in 1997 by BMG Entertainment to promote the reissued "Always On My Mind" single.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 11:34 minutes

Only 500 of these were pressed and each copy is individually numbered. Presented in a fold-out, gold colored cardboard sleeve, the front cover features a photo from the et of "Change Of Habit" and the back has a track listing together with the words "Street date 5th May 1997" and "For promotional use only". The "Elvis 77 - 97" logo is featured on the left hand side of the package when opened out
The disc itself is gold colored with the old RCA logo in black and catalog number in silver inside a black circle.

PLATINUM SAMPLER - PLATINUM 001

Contents: Edited highlights of the following tracks: I'll Never Stand In Your Way; A Big Hunk O' Love (alt. Take 4); It Feels So Right (alt. Take 3); Oh, How I Love Jesus; For The Heart (alt. Take 1); Way Down (alt. Take 2).
Issued in 1997 by BMG Germany to promote the Platinum Box Set and given to label executives attending the company's European marketing conference in Crete in June of 1997.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 8:08 minutes

This 6 track promo CD is presented in a fold-out digipak. The front cover depicts the "Platinum Box Set" cover; however, it is a close up of Elvis' head. At the bottom of the front cover, a word "Sampler" is printed. The inside cover with a white background contains a brief synopsis of the "Platinum - A Life In Music" box set. The rear cover on white background lists the songs included on the CD along with the recording data for each track. Under the song titles it states: "Platinum includes full length versions of the above edited highlights". It also states in capital letters: "For Promotional Use Only - Not For Sale".
The picture CD itself looks exactly the same as the second disc of the commercial box set. However, on the left side of the disc, it is printed "SAMPLER Platinum 001" instead of "CD 2" as it is on the commercial disc.

ELVIS PRESELY - PLATINUM - A LIFE IN MUSIC SAMPLER - 74321 492862

Contents: I'll Never Stand In Your Way; Lawdy, Miss Clawdy (Take 1); A Big Hunk O' Love (Take 4); It Feels So Right (Take 3); I Feel So Bad (Take 1); Oh How I Love Jesus; If I Can Dream (Alternate Take); Power Of My Love (Take 3); Johnny B. Goode; Burning Love (Alternate Take); Are You Sincere (Alternate Take); For The Heart (Take 1).
Issued in 1997 by BMG Europe to promote the Elvis Presley - Platinum - A Life In Music 4 CD box set release.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 30:47 minutes

This 12 track promo CD is presented in a fold-out digipack. The front cover depicts the box set cover with a silver stripe on each side of the picture. At the bottom of the front cover, a word "Sampler" is printed. The inside cover with a white background contains a brief synopsis of the "Platinum - A Life In Music" box set. The rear cover lists the songs included on the CD along with the recording data for each track. The back cover also includes a picture of Elvis wiping off his forehead as used on the cover of the box set's booklet. It also states in capital letters: "For Promotional Use Only - Not For Sale".

The picture CD itself looks exactly the same as the first disc of the commercial box set. However, on the left side of the disc, it is printed "SAMPLER 74321 492862" instead of "CD 1" as it is on the commercial disc.

BACK TO THE '50s AND '60s - 160897

Contents: Excerpts of: In The Ghetto; Hound Dog; Heartbreak Hotel; Such A Night; Love Me Tender; Can't Help Falling In Love; Crying In The Chapel; Are You Lonesome Tonight?; It's Now Or Never; Always On My Mind (Orchestral Version).
Issued in 1997 by BMG Nederland BV to mark the two-day "Always Elvis" event in Amsterdam (August 16th - 17th) and as well to promote the "Always Elvis - The Dutch Album".
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 22:54 minutes

The CD is packaged in a slim jewel case. The front cover features a color shot of Elvis from the 1968 Comeback Special in his black leather suit. The title of the CD is written across the bottom of the cover. In the top left corner it states: "Special Promotion Edition 16th - 17th Augustus 1997, Amsterdam". The reverse of the cover insert shows a 1950's black and white shot of Elvis in the recording studio plus a color shot of the "Always Elvis - The Dutch Album" cover and the track listing. In addition, there is also in Dutch text explanation of the purpose behind this disc plus the BMG and RCA logos as well as the various companies who sponsored the festival in Amsterdam. The words "Promotional Copy; Not For Sale" appear in the bottom left corner. The inside of the insert also contains an ad for a memorabilia company and a CD-ROM entitled "American Originals - Pin Up Girls".

The CD itself is silver with "Elvis" and "Special Promotion Edition" phrases written in red with a photo of Elvis in his Gold Suit plus the title of the CD and the RCA/BMG logos in grey/black. The disc features Dutch disc jockey Tom Mulder narrating the Elvis story in Dutch in addition to the extracts from the "Always Elvis - The Dutch Album".

MOODY BLUE - 74321 512612

Contents: Moody Blue; Way Down (take 1). Issued in 1997 by BMG Belgium to promote the "Elvis Presley - Platinum - A Life In Music" 4 CD box set release.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 5:53 minutes

This 2 track promo CD is presented in a slim jewel case. This release was only available as a bonus CD with the purchase of the Belgian 52 CD Graceland box set release. The entire design of the front cover is rooted on a "moody blue" background. It portrays three painted images of Elvis from 1969, 1970 and 1971. The titles of the two tracks contained on the CD are written across the entire cover. In addition, in large pink letters, resembling the Las Vegas type banners, Elvis' name is shown in the top left corner. The inside of the insert/cover contains an article written by Marc Hendrickx in German and French. A small picture from December 10, 1976 is also included showing Elvis in his "Rainbow Suit" meeting a Belgian female fan. The inside back cover lists the two tracks included on the CD. At the bottom it states: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale". In addition, the RCA and BMG logos are also displayed.

The CD itself is a picture disc showing a close up picture of Elvis from one of the "That's The Way It Is" concerts. The picture is contrived using different shades of blue with silver print. Both, the BMG and RCA logos are contained on the disc. The following phrase is also printed on the CD: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale".

ELVIS PRESELY - RAGS TO RICHES - RCA EPFC001

Contents: Rags To Riches; I'm Leavin'.
Issued in 1997 by BMG England for the Official Elvis Presley Fan Club of Great Britain. It was given away as a bonus with the purchase of the "Elvis Presley - Platinum - A Life In Music" 4 CD box set.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 5:49 minutes

The CD is presented in a slim jewel case. The front cover shows the "Elvis 77-97" campaign logo on a black background. Each CD is individually numbered with the number being shown at the bottom of the front cover. The inside of the cover lists the 2 tracks contained on the CD and contains the RCA logo.
The CD itself is all black with white and gold print. The RCA logo takes up about 90% of the disc's area. The titles of the two tracks are also printed on the disc. In addition, the following phrase is printed on the inside cover and on the disc: "Elvis Presley Fan Club Limited Edition. Promo Use Only - Not For Sale."

SILVER BELLS / WINTER WONDERLAND - 74321 551602

Contents: Silver Bells; Winter Wonderland.
Issued in 1997 by BMG Belgium NV/SA as a giveaway during the Christmas Season as a bonus when purchasing other Elvis CDs.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 4:43 minutes

This 2 track promo CD is packaged in a cardboard sleeve featuring a "cloudy" image of Elvis from the "Aloha From Hawaii" Special. This is presented on a blue background. The titles of the two tracks are printed on the cover in yellow along with Elvis' full name typed to give the impression of a signature. This is also the case on the back cover along with credits and the phrase: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale" boxed at the bottom.

The CD itself is silver with the song titles and credits in blue and black print. It also contains the phrase: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale". It also reproduces the typed "Elvis' Signature" in black and blue print.

ELVIS PRESLEY - CAN'T HELP FALLING IN LOVE - 74321 1560742

Contents: Can't Help Falling In Love With You.
Issued in 1998 by BMG Spain to promote the "Elvis - 20 Aniversario Sus Grandes Canciones De Amor" 2 CD set release.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 2:59 minutes

This 1 track promo CD is packaged in a full color cardboard sleeve. From the first look, the cover looks like a miniature 45 single cover from 1960. On the right side, it depicts a color picture of Elvis from "Blue Hawaii". On the left side, we have Elvis' name in bold white letters and title of the track included on the CD in bold yellow letters. At the bottom, the following phrase is also printed: "I Love Elvis". However, the word "Love" is replaced with a red heart. The back of the cover contains the lyrics to the title song and a photo of the 2CD set that this release is promoting. In addition, in the top right corner it states: "Promocional. Prohibida Su Venta".

The CD itself is blue with white and yellow print. In addition, the BMG and RCA logos are also included as well as the following phrase: "Promocional. Prohibida Su Venta". It is an extremely difficult promo CD to find. It has been rumored that no more than 50 copies have been pressed by BMG Spain.

ELVIS PRESLEY - B.T.

Contents: Hound Dog; Blue Suede Shoes; That's All Right; Don't Be Cruel; All Shook Up; Lawdy Miss Clawdy; Return To Sender.
Issued in 1998 by BMG Denmark in conjunction with the Danish Newspaper - B.T. and available for one day only.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 16:57 minutes

Is this a promo or isn't it? This CD falls in the same category as the US "20th Anniversary Sampler" issued exclusively for the Blockbuster Video chain. Nowhere on the insert or the CD does it carry the usual "Nor For Sale" or "For Private Use Only" warnings.
The front cover shows a close up picture of the rear of a Pink Cadillac with Elvis' name written on the side. Also, in red letters at the bottom of the front cover, we see the name of the Danish newspaper - B.T. The inside of the cover again shows the Pink Cadillac and lists the 8 tracks contained on the CD. In addition, it also contains the cover picture of the European "Always On My Mind - The Ultimate Love Songs Collection" CD as well as the tracks contained on that CD. Ironically, however, none of the tracks are included on this CD which indirectly is promoting this release. The back cover again lists the contents of the CD on the background of the Pink Cadillac.
The disc itself is entirely pink with black print. It lists the contents of the CD and the BMG and RCA logos are also shown.
This CD release has been nicknamed by the collectors as the "Pink Cadillac CD".

ELVIS 68 - THE NBC TV COMEBACK SPECIAL - 30th ANNIVERSARY SAMPLER - 74321 59711 2

Contents: Trouble/Guitar Man; Trying To Get To You; Tiger Man; Baby What You Want Me To Do; Jailhouse Rock; If I Can Dream.
Issued in 1998 by BMG EU to promote the "Tiger Man" and "Memories" CD releases.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 17:06 minutes

This 6 track promo CD is presented in a digipack. The front cover shows a black and white picture of Elvis from the "Stand Up Show". The title of the CD is written in orange print. The inside of the digipack contains a short synopsis behind the "Comeback Special" and lists the tracks contained on the CD. In the bottom right corner, it states: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Resale". Underneath the CD, we have a black and white picture of Elvis from the "Little Egypt" sequence. The back cover sports a black and white picture of Elvis from the "Sit Down Show". It also lists the tracks contained on the CD in yellow and orange print. It is interesting to note that the "Trying To Get To You" track is misnamed as "Trying To Get You"!!! It also contains the phrase: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale".

The CD itself is black with orange and yellow print. In addition, the BMG and RCA logos are also included as well as the following phrase: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale". It is a very rare promo CD to locate considering it is one of the latest CDs on the collectors market.

ELVIS - IN ROCK - SUS GRANDES CONCIONES DE ROCK & ROLL - 743211631852

Contents: Jailhouse Rock.
Issued in 1998 by BMG Spain to promote the "Elvis - In Rock - Sus Grandes Canciones De Rock & Roll" CD release.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 2:27 minutes

This 1 track picture promo CD was issued in a plastic sleeve with no picture cover.
The CD itself has a peach background. A close up picture of young Elvis using darker shade of peach covers majority of the CD. A smaller picture of Elvis with a guitar dancing on the RCA logo is shown on the left side of the CD. In white print in the left corner, the title of the CD is listed as well as the name of the track contained on the CD. In addition, the RCA and BMG logos are also shown on the disc. On the edge of the CD, it states: "Ejemplar Promocional - Prohibida Su Venta". As with all other Spanish CDs, this CD is extremely difficult to find. It has been rumored that no more than 50 copies have been pressed by BMG Spain.

ELVIS - ARTIST OF THE CENTURY SAMPLER - 74321 61911 2

Contents: Hound Dog; Mystery Train, Santa Claus Is Back In Town/Blue Christmas (1968 Comeback version); Gospel Medley (1968 Comeback version); After Loving You (Outtake); Talk About The Good Times (Essential Elvis Vol. 5 version); Make Believe (Home recording).
Issued in 1998 by BMG EU to promote the "Artist Of The Century Box Set", "Sunrise", "Tiger Man", "Memories", "Suspicious Minds", "Rhythm & Country" and "Private Elvis" CD releases.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 27:48 minutes

This 7 track promo CD is presented in a digipack. The front cover shows the now famous "Artist Of The Century" logo designed by Klaus Voormann & Emmo Reiss. The inside of the digipack contains a short narrative proclaiming Elvis as the "Artist Of The Century". It also boasts about the success of the Elvis '97 Campaign as well as the upcoming 1999 campaign. The seven tracks are also listed on the inside cover. However, the "Mystery Train" track is listed as coming from the "Sunshine" CD instead of the "Sunrise" CD. In the bottom right corner, it states: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Resale". Underneath the CD, we have a black and white picture of Elvis with a guitar dancing on the RCA logo. The back cover shows us the complete "Elvis - Artist Of The Century" logo including the image of Elvis amongst the stars in the Universe. It also lists the tracks contained on the CD. It is interesting to note that the "Santa Claus Is Back In Town" track is listed by itself omitting the "Blue Christmas" selection. The back cover also contains the phrase: "For Promotional Use Only".
The CD itself is blue with white print. At the top of the CD, the "Artist Of The Century" logo is reproduced. In addition, the BMG and RCA logos are also included as well as the following phrase: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale".

ELVIS - ARTIST OF THE CENTURY SAMPLER - 74321 64108 2

Contents: Hound Dog; Mystery Train (Excerpt), Santa Claus Is Back In Town/Blue Christmas (1968 Comeback version); Gospel Medley (1968 Comeback version); After Loving You (Excerpt Outtake); Talk About The Good Times (Essential Elvis Vol. 5 version); Make Believe (Excerpt Home recording).
Issued in 1998 by BMG EU to promote the "Artist Of The Century Box Set", "Sunrise", "Tiger Man", "Memories", "Suspicious Minds", "Rhythm & Country" and "Private Elvis" CD releases and given away at the "A Blue White Christmas - An Elvis Tribute" on December 19, 1998, De Melkweg, Amsterdam, Holland.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 24:35 minutes

This 7 track promo CD is packaged exactly the same way as the official promo of this CD. It is presented in a digipack. The front cover shows the now famous "Artist Of The Century" logo designed by Klaus Voormann & Emmo Reiss. The inside of the digipack contains a short narrative proclaiming Elvis as the "Artist Of The Century". It also boasts about the success of the Elvis '97 Campaign as well as the upcoming 1999 campaign. The seven tracks are also listed on the inside cover on a dark blue background. The official promo has a black background. However, the "Mystery Train" track is listed as coming from the "Sunshine" CD instead of the "Sunrise" CD. In the bottom right corner, it states: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Resale". Underneath the CD, we have a black and white picture of Elvis with a guitar dancing on the RCA logo. The back cover shows us the complete "Elvis - Artist Of The Century" logo including the image of Elvis amongst the stars in the Universe. It also lists the tracks contained on the CD. It is interesting to note that the "Santa Claus Is Back In Town" track is listed by itself omitting the "Blue Christmas" selection. The back cover also contains the phrase: "For Promotional Use Only". In addition, in the top right corner, it states: Special Issue on the occasion of "A Blue White Christmas - An Elvis Tribute" on December 19, 1998, De Melkweg, Amsterdam, Holland. As well under the listing of the song, it states: "full length versions will be released in 1999". This CD also comes with an insert promoting the "Elvis- The Concert 2 CD - Limited Numbered Edition".

The CD itself is blue with white print. At the top of the CD, the "Artist Of The Century" logo is reproduced. In addition, the BMG and RCA logos are also included as well as the following phrase: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale".

KING OF BELGIUM - 74321 66432 2

Contents: Suspicious Minds; In The Ghetto; Tomorrow Is A Long Time; Separate Ways.
Issued in 1999 by BMG/Ariola Belgium to promote the "Artist Of The Century" 3 CD set. The CD was included with the "Elvis King of Belgium" soft cover book written by Peter Verbruggen.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 15:21 minutes

This CD release comes in a color cardboard sleeve. Only 500 copies were pressed and each release was individually numbered in the left bottom corner of the front CD sleeve. The front cover contains a color picture of Elvis kneeling on one knee taken from his "Aloha From Hawaii TV Special" on a yellow background. In addition, the front sleeve also reprints Elvis' message: "To my friends in Belgium, Elvis". The back cover contains a black background and the title of the release is printed in red print. A color picture showing the cover of the "King of Belgium" book and "Always Elvis Volume 1 and Volume 2" CD releases are also reproduced on the back. The back cover also lists the four tracks included on the CD. It also states in Belgian that this is a promo CD limited to 500 copies. In addition, the BMG and RCA logos are reproduced on the back cover. The CD itself is yellow with black and red print. The title is printed in the upper part of the disc. On the left side, it states: "Promotional Copy - Limited Edition". The track titles are printed in the lower part of the disc. The BMG and RCA logos are also reproduced in the bottom part of the disc.

ELVIS - ARTIST OF THE CENTURY SAMPLER - 74321 68133 2

Contents: Mystery Train; Heartbreak Hotel; Hound Dog; Don't Be Cruel; All Shook Up; Jailhouse Rock; It's Now Or Never; Are You Lonesome Tonight; Can't Help Falling In Love; Suspicious Minds.
Issued in 1999 by BMG EU to promote the "Artist Of The Century" 3 CD set release.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 27:12 minutes

This 10 track promo CD is presented in a digipack. The front cover is the same as the actual cover of the "Artist Of The Century" package. The inside of the digipack displays a picture taken from the first CD of the "Artist Of The Century" release. It also contains a short narrative proclaiming Elvis as the "Artist Of The Century". Underneath the CD, we have the picture taken from the second CD from the box set. The back cover shows the picture taken from the third CD from the box set. It also lists the tracks contained on the promo CD with the relevant recording data. In addition, the "Artist Of The Century" logo is printed in the lower left corner. And in the lower right corner, in bold print it states: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale". The CD itself is blue with white print. At the top of the CD, the "Artist Of The Century" logo is reproduced. In addition, the BMG and RCA logos are also included as well as the following phrase: "For Promotional Use Only. Not For Sale". Actually, the CD is exactly the same as the previous "Artist Of The Century" European promo CD releases.

ROCKIN' PRESLEY - EPA 9500

Contents: Hound Dog; Don't Be Cruel; I Want You, I Need You, I Love You; Heartbreak Hotel.
Issued in 1999 by BMG Germany as an In-House promotion.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 9:16 minutes

This 4 track promo CD is presented in a cardboard sleeve. The entire sleeve is a replica of the original "Rockin' Presley" EP issued in Germany by RCA in winter of 1956. Also, as the original release, the sleeve opening is at the top versus the regular side opening. The CD itself is black and replicates the original label of the original EP from 1956. It is interesting to note, that nowhere on the sleeve or CD does it state that this is a promotional release. It has been rumored that only 20 copies have been issued by BMG. It is a very rare and unusual CD release indeed.

ELVIS 2000 - 74321 738252

Contents: It Wouldn't Be The Same Without You; Are You Lonesome Tonight? (1969 Live); Inherit The Wind (1969 Live); Find Out What's Happening (Alt. Take 6). Issued in 1999 by BMG Norway to promote Elvis in 2000.
Sound quality: Digitally remastered from the original master tapes.
Total running time: 10:57 minutes

This 4 track promo CD is presented in a cardboard sleeve. The front cover shows a full color close up picture of Elvis' face from 1950's. In the top left corner the title of this release - "Elvis 2000" - is printed in white and orange print. At the bottom of the front cover, it states: "A Norwegian Elvis Millennium Celebration". The back cover contains a small publicity picture from 1963. It also contains the address of the Norwegian Fan Club - Flaming Star. In the left bottom corner it states: "This special limited edition CD is made as a millennium gift to celebrate the memory of Elvis Presley". The four tracks are listed along with credits and recording details. The BMG and RCA logos are printed in the right bottom corner. In addition, along the bottom it states: "Not For Sale". The disc itself is a full color picture disc. It portrays the close up of the picture from the front cover. On the left side of the disc, the BMG and RCA logos are printed. Along the bottom of the disc, the title of the release - "Elvis 2000" - is printed in orange and black print. The catalog number is printed on the right side of the disc.