"There's no way to explain it except that he was one of a kind. I think he'd be proud to know that he left his mark on the world".
Myrna Smith, Sweet Inspirations.
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Elvis On Tour
"He stood there at the end, his arms stretched out, the great gold cloak giving him wings - a champion, the only one in his class"
Elvis On Tour Critic
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Elvis Presley
January 8th 1935 - August 16th 1977
33 Years On
Gone But Never Forgotten
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""... do you think when I die, people will still remember me...?"
Elvis Presley to Charlie Hodge between songs during a 1970's concert.
August 16th 2010, 33 years on, it is quite hard to believe that Elvis Presley is dead. Obviously even more so disbelieving in contemplating now, I believe than if I had heard it on the airwaves of the many news broadcasts that afternoon in 1977. Though I was not born when Elvis was alive, I have been a fan for the past fourteen years and often find it hard to believe that he is dead, considering he appears to be alive through his millions of fans around the world. Watching recently the Aloha From Hawaii performance, recorded 27 years ago, it feeling as dramatic and electrifying now more than ever. While treated to another arrival of Elvis The Concert 2010 last March in Dublin, the capacity of such never ending loyalty of his fans, younger faces of new generations of them too, he just appears to have touched so many people.
While I regularly state, I do believe that towards the end of his life, his vocal ability was at its optimum of brilliance, as such recordings of Solitaire from the Jungle Room Sessions, or Bridge Over Troubled Water from the Spring Tours '77 release highlight just how brilliant and unique his voice was right to the end. While many critics have and continue to criticise his final years albeit his physical/vocal state, I cannot find any argument that can take from his incredible voice, that never failed right to the end. To quote the review of The New York Times of his 1972 Madison Square Garden performances "He looked like a prince from another planet", he was the only one in his class. There have been many contenders, many pretenders, but only ever one Elvis Presley.
During the month of August, in celebration of Elvis, and to mark this August 16th, ElvisOnLine invites fans to contribute their thoughts and comments as to what makes Elvis Presley so special to them.
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First Name: Sandy Last Name: Van Horn Country (Optional): USA Comments: Always and forever in our hearts he will stay, Love and remembered everyday. We Love You Elvis!
First Name: michael Last Name: buckley Country (Optional): cork Comments: it is amazing the love people still have for the king,it is time that country music recognies his contribution,he is still great after 30 yrs gone,always the,king .and can.t be replaced,he did,t just open doors.he kiced them down .the king is still and always will be. the king .ihis is good news,for elvis fans elvis fans will be so excited about this world news
First Name: Kazz Last Name: Youn g Country (Optional): Milton Keynes England Comments: May you rest in peace and live forever. Hugs'n'Love Kazz xxx
ELVIS ON TOUR
As the much awaited release hits Ireland's shelves this week, Elvis On Line is interested to hear fan's comments/feedback on the release. Your thoughts, opinions, even what your expectations are, whatever... So complete the comments box and submit for a future feature this month...
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Elvis' final vacation...
This beautiful picture of Elvis playing football was made during his vacation in Hawaii, March 1977. Elvis wanted to show the islands to his grilfriend Ginger Alden, so he planned a trip to the beautiful State of Hawaii. He arrived with a group of thirty people on March 4th 1977, they checked into the Hilton Rainbow Tower. After two days Elvis, Ginger, her sister and a couple of the guys moved to a beach house at Kailua on the west side of Oahu. Elvis and Hawaii go back a long way; He fell in love with the islands when he was first there in November 1957 and performed at the the Honolulu Stadium and at the Schofield Barracks in Pearl Harbor. In March 1961 Elvis flew again to Honolulu, to perform his first post-Army appearance (a charity fund-raiser at Bloch Arena to kick-start the struggling USS Arizona Memorial building fund) and the filming for his 8th movie; ?Blue Hawaii'. Four years later, on August 15th 1965, while filming ?Paradise, Hawaiian Style' in Hawaii, Elvis, Vernon and Colonel Parker visited the completed Memorial and layed a bell-shaped wreath there. A year later, on May 18th 1968, Elvis, Priscilla, Lisa Marie and Charlie Hodge, the Gambills and the Espositos flew to Hawaii and together they also visited the USS Arizona Memorial. On March 12th 1977 Elvis was supposed to visit the Memorial once again. But it was cancelled at the last minute because Elvis abruptly had to return to Memphis. He had gotten sand in his eye and Dr. Nick was concerned that he may have scratched his cornea, and suggests that he recuperate at home for a week before going on tour once again. All in all Elvis seemed to enjoy his vacation in the beautiful Hawaii, but sadly enough this would also be his last.
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1973: Aloha From Hawaii, 37 Years on...
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January 2010 marks 37 years since Elvis' legendary performance in Hawaii, Aloha From Hawaii. Argued as his best performance, and often not considered a TV special as such, it was TV history in the making. The first live TV broadcast via satellite, it was viewed by 1 billion or a 1/3 of the world population. To mark this very momentful performance, visit the Elvis Aloha Page now. Click here.
" ...To me, it's the number one show. Not only because it was a landmark, but because of being able to work with Elvis. We became fast friends until the day he died. He was such a gentleman. I mean, he was not only a superstar, he was a nice person"
Marty Pasetta - Director & Producer of Aloha From Hawaii
" ... I do watch it once a year..."
Glen Hardin - Elvis' pianist when questioned by D Clinton of ElvisOnLine
HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY ELVIS!!!
GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
With the launch of his new book, Dr. Nick, The King And Dr. Nick. Elvis On Line asks, will you add it to your collection?
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The King And Dr. Nick. Will you be adding it to your collection?
Sir Roger Reminisces...
While recently attending my second Unicef Black Tie event in support of this very worthy charity, I had another opportunity to meet again, the wonderful Sir Roger Moore. During the course of the evening, I took the opportunity in asking Sir Roger, his recollection of meeting Elvis Presley. In an intimate recollection, he shared the experience from his time in Holywood who Sir Roger would regularly attend Dorothy Squires performing on stage, with a then young Elvis Presley regularly in the audience. Elvis a big fan of Dorothy, would regularly request to go back stage where he met Sir Roger. Sir Roger reflecting how Elvis would always refer to him as 'Sir"...
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Way On Down...
They are rare, and perhaps that's why we like them so much: unseen and unrelease pictures like thise. Although the shot was taken in black and white, Elvis can be seen wearing the Blue Swirl Suit, while going 'Way Down' during a live concert. We have no information about the girl, but we thought that the picture mattered most, so: enjoy!
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EPE announces guest speakers for Elvis' Birthday Celebration 2010.
Marlyn Mason met Elvis and co-starred with him in the 1969 film The Trouble with Girls. Marlyn will be the special guest speaker at the Elvis Birthday Fan Club Presidents' Event that will be held on Saturday, January 9 at 10:00 a.m. at the Memphis Marriott East. She will be sharing her stories and memories from being on the set with Elvis.
In addition to starring in The Trouble with Girls, Marlyn also has a long list of television and movie credits, including My Three Sons, Hogan's Heroes, The Odd Couple, Wonder Woman, Dynasty and more.
Barbara Hearn-Smith and Elvis were friends and dated in 1956 and 1957. Barbara will be one of the special guest speakers at Conversations on Elvis on Saturday, January 9 at 2:00 p.m. at the Memphis Marriott East, where she will share some of her favorite stories and memories. Barbara can be seen in photos taken by photographer Al Wertheimer at Elvis' Audubon Drive house (above).
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THE WONDERFUL WORK OF ED BONJA
ElvisMatters next issue features a special look at the Black Matador Cape, sharing the wonderful memories and personal photos of Ed Bonja. For more info, visit their site.
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Elvis Return Of A Prodigy
From the producers of "Plugged In & Geared Up" comes a fully remastered and editted Las Vegas show from 1969 entitled "Elvis - Return Of A Prodigy". It contains the August 3, 1969 Dinner Show, straight from the original ?69 reference mix. The CD will be released this August on the Gravel Road Import label. The show was originally released by the Fort Baxter import label in 1993 as "Opening Night"
From the press-release:
Facts: - The earliest known soundboard of 1969 to date; - Newly discovered ?69 audio; - The differences between the later released shows of end August 1969 will strike you.
"Elvis - The Return Of A Prodigy", will be released by Gravel Road Music in August!
This is the August 3, 1969 Dinner Show, straight from the original ?69 reference mix. It is completely remastered and edited. This is the earliest soundboard to date of Elvis first Las Vegas engagement in 1969. It's also only the sixth live performance he gave, the music is very different from the late August released live performances. This is to date the closest you can get to the opening show of July 31st, 1969
The liner notes are a review of somebody who actually was there, it will give you a very lively idea how it looked. The more than 50 photos of the same show (many in color) included will help you even more to imagine the first few shows of 1969.
As an bonus we included some interviews prior to the opening show and original radio spots of 1969.
We hope at Gravel Road Music that you all are just as excited as we are about this release cause it's a historical soundboard recording, placed in the right perspective.
Note:
The show itself was released by Fort Baxter in 1993 as "Opening Night" no edits were made at the time and an effect was placed on the audio to cover up the tape noise. Now it is upfront clear and very lively as a wild 69 show should be. For the ones who have "Opening night" or the copy from this show, this release will appear as if you hear it for the first time.
Tracklisting:
Opening Theme
Blue Suede Shoes
I Got A Woman
All Shook Up
Love Me Tender
Jailhouse Rock / Don't Be Cruel
Heartbreak Hotel
Hound Dog
Memories
Mystery Train / Tiger Man
Life Story (Monologue 2
Baby What You Want Me To Do
Runaway
Are You Lonesome Tonight?
Yesterday / Hey Jude
Introductions
In The Ghetto
Suspicious Minds
Can't Help Falling In Love
Interviews - Before Opening Night (July 31, 196921. Radio Spots From 1969
The concertmovie' Elvis on Tour' is, at last, officially for sale. But..don't be to happy about this...this release can only be bought as a download on the American iTunes shop. It is a transfer from the 35mm version, without digital restoration, but with the best possible quality that is available. The widescreen version from 1h33 and 1h33 costs $9.99 (€6.99). No source can confirm when, and if, a restored release will become available on DVD or Blu-Ray
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Elvis On The Move, a new YouTube posting...
Pictures Elvis in both still and motion movie as he travelled during '76 & '77 by plane. Very interesting to watch...
Originally Released in 1979, I Called Him Babe by Elvis' Nurse, Marian Cocke, is now back available and in print since its original publishing. For more information visit http://www.mariancocke.com/ where personal signed copies direct from Marian are avaiable. Image Courtessey M. Cocke
Elvis 75, What Do You Think?
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2010, a celebration year, will mark what would have been Elvis' 75th Birthday. From the same era, Frank Sinatra, performed continously into celebrating his 80th Birthday with a special concert. Elvis could still be performing today... In search of the celebration logo to mark this passing, EPE received approx 300 entries, with the above deemed favourite. ElvisOnLine would like to ask the symbolic meaning of this logo to you? What would yours be and why? Why is Elvis still as meaningful today and what will be 33 years post August 16th 1977. Why is he still King? Submit to ElvisOnLine today by completing the below form for my future tribute...
TAHOE UPDATE
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News has just reached ElvisOnLine to advise that The Horizon Tahoe (Sahara Tahoe) will be closing permanently June 5, 2009. It had been projected for 2010 and it is unknown what the reason is for moving up the date. It's really sad because so many fans will never get the opportunity to see what a great setting Tahoe was for Elvis. More info as it becomes available.
ElvisOnLine continues to say... Pandora's Box... What will surprise us next... The following photograph being the latest surprise... Anyone else wanna come forward???
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"...the image is one thing and the human being is another...it's very hard to live up to an image."
- Madison Square Garden press conference in New York City, 1972.
Another Legend
Another legend of our time, and a personal fan myself, I had the privleage of meeting Sir Roger Moore yesterday evening, Jan 16th, in attendance of Ùnicef, Black Tie Gala Dinner & Casino Night, Honouring Special Guest Sir Roger Moore, Unicef Ambassador. Sir Roger, no stranger to our screen, attributed to many now legendary productions, most notablly James Bond 007 in seven movies, while also playing Simon Templer in The Saint and Lord Brett Sinclair in The Persuaders with Tony Curtis. While having the opportunity to speak with Mr Moore on three occassions of the night, he did of course have the experience of meeting Elvis Presley. He recalls in his latest biography, "He came backstage and, being very nervous, introduced himself to me - as though I didn't know who he was. 'Hello, I'm Roger', I said. 'How are you, sir?' he asked. 'Lovely to meet you, sir.' He insisted on calling me 'sir' throughout our brief chat, and acted as though he was in awe of me. Him! In awe of me!...
Having met Joe Esposito last week and Roger Moore this week, I could not help feel somewhat in awe myself!!! Darren...
Joe Esposito Irish TV Interview...
In celebration of Elvis' 74th Birthday last week, Elvis' tour manager, confident and close friend, Joe Esposito, appeared on Irish television to do what was his first ever Irish interview, let alone TV appearance. Sharing his memories of his friend, click on the below link to national broadcaster's website for the complete interview. (clicking at 30 minutes into show, for where it begins). Joe Esposito was in Ireland to celebrate at the Elvis Birthday Charity Spectacular yesterday, January 11th, in aid of Senior Citizens of Bluebell Utd. AFC. Organsied by Mr John Kavanagh (President) of the Elvis Social Club (www.elvissocialclub.net), the night was a tremondous success packed full of entertainment. As always, it was to be memorable and most enjoyable and a credit to the hard work of Mr Kavanagh and Co. An article will follow of my memories of the night and meeting with Joe Esposito...
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The Captured, Uncaptured...
In the later 1970's, Elvis unusually wore two jumpsuits at a now much discussed concert. Captured on stills, leading to its now fame, so did an 8MM camera. The original sound has been included which ellaborates on this now infamous incident.
Once in a while some very rare footage shows up on the internet. ElvisMatters member Kris Van Gisbergen spotted this news item, about Elvis's arrival in Huntsville on May 30th 1975. Both the landing of the Lisa Marie and the transport to the Hilton hotel were filmed (well, bits and pieces of it). Elvis didn't do an interview, but he had no objections to being filmed.
Why Elvis Presley Is The Number 1 Entertainer Of All Time...
First Name: Frank Last Name: Byrne Country: Dublin Answer: Elvis is the number one entertainer of all time because of the happyness he brings to people through his music he gave so much of himself to his fans and 30 odd years later he is still the king.
First Name: Lawrence Last Name: Lefort Country: Singapore Answer: Elvis certainly is the #1 entertainer of all time because of his voice and the way he sings a song. His is the most recognisable and gifted voice on this planet. He is a good actor. His movies are still wonderful to watch what with his good looks and stylish clothes and no one can perform as well on stage like him. He truly is the King of the whole wide world.
First Name: Mary Last Name: Stonebraker Country: USA Answer:I feel it was Elvis Presleys spiritual energy that has made him the greatest entertainer of our life time and for infinity.
First Name: John Last Name: Newman Country: New Zealand Answer: Elvis is the Number One entertainer of all time because he has a one in a million voice. Also he is very giving and a sincere person. He has been the person I have looked up to for over 45 years.
First Name: june Last Name: osborne Country: ireland Why Elvis Rocks : he was the best he is the best and he allways will be the best.
First Name: Sammy Last Name: Fee Country: Australia Answer: I believe Elvis Presley is the number 1 entertainer of all time because he appeals to so many people as he sings all genres of music he has the style and his sense of humour is outstanding. Also he is still as popular today as he was 30 years ago when he died not many performers can boast that.
First Name: michelle Last Name: rivers Country: england Why Elvis Rocks :There is only one Elvis. And I feel blessed for being chosen to be a fan.He lives in our hearts always. Elvis you will remain the king of rock forever.
First Name: dana Last Name: roberts Country: usa Why Elvis Rocks :because he,s elvis
First Name: Geraldine Last Name: McGraynor Country: Ireland Answer: Elvis is the number one entertainer of all time, simply because he is the King of Rock n' Roll, his songs have a story to tell and he sings like no other, he is the best, Love you Elvis. There is only one Elvis.
First Name: annette Last Name: rafferty Country: scotland Why Elvis Rocks : cos he THE KING.
First Name: Karen Last Name: Ironside Country: Canada Why Elvis Rocks : hes the 1 and only. THE KING
First Name: ANTHONY Last Name: FARRELLY Country: IRELAND Answer:ELVIS PRESLEY IS THE NUMBER 1# ENTERTAINER, BECAUSE HE HAD A GREAT VOICE, HE WAS VERY CHARASMATIC,A GENUINE LIKABLE PERSON,AND HE PUT SO MUCH ENERGY IN TO HIS STAGE SHOWS,THAT'S WHY HE MADE SUCH AN IMPACT ON THE WORLD HE EARNED THE TITLE, THE KING OF ROCK & ROLL. GOD BLESS YOU ELVIS.
First Name: Linda Last Name: Moore Country: Ireland Answer: Elvis you are the number one entertainer of all time because,you gave us 'fever', left us 'all shook up'&'paralysed' But we'll always be 'stuck on you' because you're 'always on my mind' and we 'can't help falling in love' with you. But that's the 'wonder of you' Elvis the king! the Number One entertainer of all time.
First Name: Elizabeth Last Name: Mest Country: USA Why Elvis Rocks : Because he is The King Of Rock N Roll and nothing can come close to him. I will Always Love Elvis Aaron Presley forever.
First Name: Dawn Last Name: Horenstein Comments: I would Loved to do the Candle service but I don't make a lot of money,cause I work part time,MY dream was to see Graceland, Isaw pictures of the sevice so great I want go do that share my Love for Elvis with everyone!
First Name: Jenny Country (By SMS): Ireland Comments: Elvis is the number one of all time.
First Name: kyle Last Name: grayken Country: uk Why Elvis Rocks: elvis started everything.he stil leads the way. no one comes close to him.this is elvis world we just live in it. life long fan..22 years
First Name: don Last Name: cooper Country: u.s.a. Why Elvis Rocks :to this day there has been no other entertainer like elvis. yes, there have been huge names like frank sinatra, elton john, michael jackson and garth brooks but none of these have reached elvis' realm of popularity and showmanship. jackson was the closest to an elvis of my generation but that popularity was due to his most popular album "thriller". that popularity lasted up until the "bad" album came out and then fizzled. elvis' popularity as a performer and singer has lasted now for over 50 years.
First Name: Bjorn Last Name: Ekberg Country: Sweden Why Elvis Rocks :He has rocked me since 1957
First Name: jonathan Last Name: nickoll Country: uk Why Elvis Rocks : Elvis is/was an eternal source of inspiration; a self taught man who trusted his instincts and let his innate genius flow-the KING!!!!
First Name: Patrick Last Name: O'Donnell Country: australia Why Elvis Rocks : since '56 wished he continued to rock instead of 70's country and surupy ballads and same again song concerts . what a waste in the end .
First Name: sean Last Name: wynne Country: england Why Elvis Rocks : he a kool icon
First Name: Pete Last Name: Ferguson Country: England Answer: Elvis can not be 5 Elvis can not be 4 Elvis can not be 3 Elvis can not be 2 So he Has to be Number ONE!
First Name: shay Last Name: blythe Country: ireland Answer: Cause there can only be one!
First Name: josephine Last Name: blythe Country: ireland Answer: Because he is the KING
First Name: mary Last Name: crowe Country: ireland Answer: He is the greatest
First Name: Alice Last Name: crowe Country: ireland Answer:He is the KING
First Name: Bjorn Last Name: Ekberg Country: Sweden Why Elvis Rocks :He is still th roll model for many new artist
First Name: Salil Last Name: Musale Country: India Why Elvis Rocks :cos he was so perfect...like god made him with his own hands....he was,is and will always be Number 1...no one will ever come close to him...elvis is the ocean and the rest are a mere drop in it
First Name: Colm Last Name: Kelly Country: Ireland Why Elvis Rocks : Because hes the best
First Name: Don Last Name: Cooper Country (Optional): u.s.a. Why Elvis Rocks :Elvis is the whole and complete package. He could sing, dance, act etc. He was also nice and dangerous at the same time. He loved teddy bears but also loved Harleys. I could go on forever. That's why Elvis rocks.
First Name: noel Last Name: kenny Country: ireland Why Elvis Rocks : elvis music lives on while others are forgotten
First Name: Fred Last Name: Wolfe Country: USA Why Elvis Rocks :there is only one who did it all...
First Name: ALLY Last Name: ROSE Country: Scotland Why Elvis Rocks :Simply the Best
First Name: Christine Last Name: Bamford Country: Australia Why Elvis Rocks : He rocks as he is the onlt person who is still as popular dead as he is alive and in some way even more popular today then in his whole career. He is always No.1 to me
First Name: Warren Last Name: Deane Country: Dublin ireland Why Elvis Rocks : Elvis Presley ROCKS because he is ELVIS PRESLEY. His music cannot be surpassed. The music industry needs his music for samples and covers. Though none are better than THE KING himself. Warren Dixieland Deane
First Name: Herbert Last Name: Hoeppner Country: Germany Why Elvis Rocks : Elvis Is Elvis. Thats it!
First Name: noel Last Name: kenny Country: ireland Comments:i havent got a fav song but love [how great thou art] and [in the ghetto] my ? is has any elvis fans got a fav song
First Name: Jacqui Last Name: Sugden-Heppleston Country (Optional): UK Why Elvis Rocks : to quote an Elvis fan in ETTWII "being an Elvis fan is like a phenomenon like falling in love" this sums up how i feel, it stays with you forever, Elvis was one of a kind and there will never be anyone like him again.... 50 years on is testiment to that fact. love you Elvis
"I'd like to tell you that it's really been a pleasure bein' in Las Vegas"
Elvis Presley, 1956.
Elvis Nevada Nights...
The latest Elvis Nevada nights release does appear to capture Elvis as remembered by his fellow musicians... Having Fun... The intimacy captured of Elvis interacting with his band as audience, highly insightful...
Christmas Elvis Duets Album...Yes?No?
NOV: ALERT!!!
Elvis, No 1 Dead Celebrity Earner 2008
The American magazine Forbes just published it's yearly
list of top earning dead celebrities. Elvis is still the number
one in this list with a whopping $52 million. That is more
than some of today's active entertainers. For example,
Madonna earned $40 million. Famous legends as Marilyn
Monroe and James Dean are among the steady names in
the list. New arrivals are actors that just passed away:
Heath Ledger and Paul Newman. Two years ago, Elvis lost
the number 1 position to Kurt Cobain, who's catalogue was
sold in 2006. His name does not appear on the list anymore.
Courtessey: ElvisMatters
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"Elvis managed to take over a song . . . It's written in stone once he cuts it."
