Elvis Presley - The Roots OF Elvis. CD. (Rev Ola - CRREV99) A further insight into the roots of The King himself, as we practically delve into his record collection and find a wide disparity of influences. Not just country and gospel, but obscure novelty songs, R'n'B, Motown, bluegrass- practically everything the King listened to throughout his 42 years on Earth. Some well known names are included- Clyde McPhatter, Jimmie Rodgers, Ray Charles, Rufus Thomas, -hell, even the Eagles- others are artists one might have only known in Tennessee, and even then not outside Memphis!! A fascinating document of Elvis as we rarely think of him- the fan and collector. Remastered with an informative booklet full of memorabilia and pictures.

Elvis Presley - The King OF Western Bop! (The Complete 1954 Memphis Recordin. CD. (Rev Ola - CRREV98) There isn't an awful ot one can say about Elvis, the King himself, other than that he was and still is The King. Here, therefore, are 27 tracks, all on one CD, from his early days at Sun Records, that made his name in those intial years. Right from his very first studio session to his first nationwide hit, these tracks document the seed-sowing of what we now know, and take as read, as rock and roll. Now all digitally rmastered in the classic Rev Ola sound, plus takes in progress and studio conversations between Presley, Moore and Sam Phillips in a lavish package which features a whopping great booklet and literally TONS of photos- this is surely the best of all the label's compilations so far. Like we said earlier, what more can anyone say about Elvis?

Elvis Presley - The Complete Sun Sessions (Singles Collection). CD. (Rev Ola - CRREV136) Fairly self explanatory- every track the King ever cut for the legendary Sam Phillips at the equally legendary Sun label in Memphis, prior to his signing to RCA. Here are the roots of rock and roll at their purest and most undiluted- when the country boy picked up his guitar, entered a studio and crystallised the whole essence of what was about to become America's own and greatest contribution to music. He may not have been the first to rock and roll, but boy did he make an impact. Practically everyone in the world knows the name Elvis- or at least should- and here are 31 of the reasons why, including acetates, live tracks, radio sessions and alternate takes. Thanyuvermuch.

Elvis Presley - That's The Way It Is. 5-LP Box Set. (Castle - ELVIS102) RCA and Castle Music, in conjunction with Turner Entertainment Co., presents That’s The Way It Is 30th Anniversary Edition. Originally one soundtrack album, this special 5 disc vinyl deluxe version contains - five heavy weight vinyl LPs with picture inner and outer bags, deluxe printed clear PVC box with 12" x 24" poster and complete original album + 45 unreleased performances digitally remastered. This edititon of That's The Way It Is features many unique and rare performances that were not included on the original slbum. It's released to coincide with Turner Entertainment Co.'s brilliantly restored and upgraded version of the original MGM movie.

Elvis Presley - Peace In The Valley- The Complete Gospel Recordings. 5-LP Box Set. (Castle - ELVIS104) Peace In The Valley - The Complete Gospel Recordings is a fitting tribute to Elvis's Grammy award-winning gospel and inspirational work. This 5 x DISC VINYL SET contains 88 tracks from 1956 to 1977 including: Elvis's complete studio recordings and many unique performances taken from the legendary Million Dollar Quartet Sun session, the movies That's The Way It Is and Elvis On Tour plus rare private home recordings.

Elvis Presley - Memphis Flash: 1955. CD. (Rev Ola - CRREV137) Yet another Elvis compilation, we hear you cry. Ah, but they're all different in one way or another- and in this case we have the never previously-released radio sessions the man himself laid down in 1955, comprised of his breakthrough R'n'B and country chart hits interspersed with audio verite moments. Follow the progress of the man who would be King, as he develops from hillbilly cat to the total and utter figurehead of all that was rock and roll. Remastered and repackaged with memorabilia aplenty.

Elvis Presley - Loving You. LP + 7". (Castle - ELVIS110) Another bonanza for Elvis collectors, as this classic movie soundtrack from 1957 reappears on vinyl for the first time in decades. This deluxe edition features a batch of rare out-takes from the sessions, plus a bonus EP of songs from another acclaimed Presley flick, Wild In The Country.

Elvis Presley - Live In Las Vegas. 5-LP Box Set. (Castle - ELVIS108) The RCA Records Label is proud to announce the release of ELVIS: LIVE IN LAS VEGAS a deluxe 5-LP collection that chronicles the King's explosive performances in Las Vegas from 1956 to 1975. Elvis was the NUMBER ONE box office attraction in LAS VEGAS, the entertainment capital of the world, during the 70s.

Elvis Presley - King Creole. LP + 7". (Castle - ELVIS112) Critics rate Elvis’s starring role in 1958’s King Creole as the pinnacle of his acting career, and the soundtrack was equally memorable. Owing to public demand, it’s now available once more on vinyl, in a superb extended edition accompanied by a bonus EP featuring songs from 1969’s Change Of Habit.

Elvis Presley - Jailhouse Rock. LP + 7". (Castle - ELVIS111) In the 1950s it was a soundtrack EP, but in the 21st century it’s transformed into an instant collector’s item: an extended vinyl soundtrack documenting perhaps the best-loved of all Elvis’s films. Also included are the tracks from Elvis' screen debut, Love Me Tender. Besides lots of rarities, the set also comes with a newly-compiled soundtrack EP for The Trouble With Girls.

Elvis Presley - Inspiration- Original Recordings That Inspired Elvis Presley. Dble CD + DVD. (Secret/Snapper - SBOX032) Similar to Cherry Red's 'Roots Of Elvis' compilation, this set features 2CDs worth of the original recordings of everything that inspired the King, from Big Mama Thornton ('Hound Dog') to Arthur Big Boy Crudup ('That's All Right') and Wynonie Harris ('Good Rockin' Tonight'). There's also plenty of gospel, blues, country and doo-wop- even the work of crooners like Dean Martin inspired the nascent King's career, and the more you listen the more it shows! The third disc is a DVD interview with the young Mr E.A. Presley, recorded in Vancouver in 1957 just before the release of 'Jailhouse Rock'. Little did he know. . .

Elvis Presley - I'll Be Home For Christmas. 10" LP. (Castle - ELVIS109) The first new Elvis Presley 10" album since 1957 is the perfect present for Christmas or any time of year. Featuring his classic late 50s seasonal recordings, including the worldwide hit 'Blue Christmas', this is a King-size gift for the days when Santa Claus is back in town.

Elvis Presley - Good Rockin' Tonight. CD. (Redline - REDLINE10) Now this is an oddity - a 6-track midprice CD featuring original mid-50s vocals by The King himself (taken from the Louisiana Hayride radio program) set to brand new backing from none other than those greaserbilly dudes themselves, Slim Jim and Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats-with ripping geetar work from Swing Cats axeman Danny B Harvey- thus presnting an entirely new take on perhaps THE definitive rock'n' roll performer. Rather like those recent gigs at Wembley with a screen Elvis backed by live Jordanaires, but at a far more reasonable price!! Features "Maybellene" and "That's Alright Mama"- so a must for all Presley or Cats fans.

Elvis Presley - G.I. Blues. LP + 7". (Castle - ELVIS106) This is a treat for Elvis collectors - an exclusive extended vinyl edition of one of the King's classic film soundtracks, complete with eight rare alternate takes, and a unique bonus EP featuring the songs from the 1968 movie Live A Little, Love A Little. With its deluxe packaging, this is guaranteed to become a sought-after rarity in the future.

Elvis Presley - Concert Anthology 1954-56. Dble CD. (Redline - REDLINE20) There’s not really a lot that can be said here that hasn’t already been said. Elvis, the alpha and omega of Rock'n'Roll. At number 1 at the very start and at number 1 even today! As part of Redline's ongoing series of early and pre-rock artists of the 1940's and 1950's, join us at the very start of the brilliant career of the 20th century's GREATEST entertainer; it's greatest Country, Pop and R&B vocalist, it's greatest icon, it's greatest record collector, it's greatest music fan, it's greatest live perfomer, it's greatest dancer!!!! Oh, alright, gyrater. . . Here Redline presents a two disc concert anthology of Elvis Presley from the halcyon years 1954-1956 - available for the first time ever on CD. Featuring all of the King’s classic tracks including ‘That's Alright Mama’, ‘Hound Dog’, and 'Good Rockin' Tonight' - a real must for Elvis fans.

Elvis Presley - Complete Sun Sessions. Dble CD. (Chrome Dreams - CDCD5010) Unavailable for many years, The Complete Sun Sessions, regarded as probably the most important recording sessions by ANYBODY to have taken place EVER, are finally out again through Chrome Dreams. Including every finished song and surviving take recorded at Sun during 1954 and 1955 [after which Presley signed with RCA] by Elvis, Scotty Moore and Bill Black, these are the recordings made as Rock N’ Roll was invented.There’s little else to say, except that virtually every record made since has in some-direct or indirect -way been hugely influenced by the contents of this astonishing collection. Also features the complete Hayride live recordings from ’54 and ’55 (Louisiana’s version of the Grand Ol’ Opry), and the 1953 recordings Elvis made at Sun as a present for his mother.These recordings are not otherwise available anywhere in the world. Features exclusive booklet with extensive sleevenotes by esteemed music journalist (Melody Maker, Mojo, Q, Record Collector) author and Elvis archivist Patrick Humphries. Also has rare photos from the period. The recordings (not the first though!) that helped to kickstart and define rock and roll- for £9.99? Sounds like a bargain to us.

Elvis Presley - Blue Hawaii. LP + 7". (Castle - ELVIS107) One of the best-selling albums of all time, and one of the King's most popular releases, undergoes a magnificent refit on this exclusive vinyl edition. Besides the full original LP, this magnificent package offers seven alternate takes, a colour booklet - and a unique five-track EP featuring all the songs from 1969's Change Of Habit.

Elvis Presley - Artist Of The Century. 5-LP Box Set. (Castle - ELVIS100) Unprecedented level of achievement is still the benchmark by which artistic success is measured. His global sales are now in excess of one billon units! To celebrate this unique contribution to popular music, RCA and Castle Music released Elvis Presley - Artist Of The Century, a unique 5 disc set that chronicles his outstanding global career. It contains 75 original hit masters uniquely compiled by fans and media personalities from all over the world. This is the ultimate anthology digitally remastered, containing 30 billboard Top 10 hits, 27 Platimum hits, 15 Gold Hits and 40 Billboard Top 100 hits . Chronicling Elvis's complete career from 1954 - 1976, this vinyl box set features many of Elvis's greatest hits and legendary performances.

Elvis Presley - Rockin' Tonight. Dble CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAD540CD) Dounble CD, the first nineteen tracks dedicated to compilating Elvis' best live performances at the Louisa Hayride. The second half brings together the original recordings of songs that Elvis would cover during his time at Sun Records like "Blue Suede Shoes", "Blue Moon Of Kentuky" and "That's When The Heartaches Begin", performed by Carl Perkins, The Golden Gate Quartet, Arthur Crudrup, Hank Snow, The Shelton Brothers, The Inkspots and many more. In two years, Elvis made fifty performances at the Hayride, this album tracks his early Sun years perfectly, the most complete live collection from this essential period in his career.

Elvis Presley - Destination Vegas. DVD. (Wienerworld Ltd - WNRD2431) This documentary gives Elvis fans unprecedented access into the years when the singer worked and lived in Las Vegas. Packed with intimate home movie footage, the documentary aims to shed some light on a period in Elvis's career more often mocked than seriously examined.PAL region 0 DVD.

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