Saturday, July 02, 2011

July 2 - His G.I. Hand In Mine

On the back of the vinyl version of the 'Pot Luck' album the Follow That Dream collector's label appears to announce the release of the CD and vinyl re-issues of the 'G.I. Blues' and 'His Hand In Mine' albums containing out-takes and master recordings of the songs from these albums. The back reads: 'One of Elvis' greatest soundtrack successes now gets its official FTD release. Remastered by Vic Anesini from the original multi-track session tapes, the sound surpasses 
anything that's gone before. Includes masters and outtakes of: 
Frankfort Special; Shoppin' Around; Blue Suede Shoes; Didja' 
Ever; Wooden Heart; Tonight Is So Right For Love and of course G.I. Blues! Available on CD & limited edition vinyl. COMING SOON!'


Update July 4



Roger Semon (Follow That Dream Records) replied to the question if these titles were set for release: said "In reality - no plans. They are featured on the back of the original album so  duplicated here.  However, they will be issued next year".


Sonny West


Sandy Pichon has sent the following to the Elvis Information Network upon visiting Sonny West in hospital.The doctors did not do the surgery this weekend because Sonny's blood-pressure dropped too much, but they were able to draw out 3 1/2 litres of fluid from one lung. Dr's put him on a respirator and he is in ICU. She asked - again - for y'all to please keep praying really hard for him. Sonny asked me to thank you for your prayers and that you continue to lift him up until he is completely healed. He is anxious to get back to work on his movie Fame and Fortune. He is to sick to receive visitors, but if you would like to send a card to Sonny, you can send it to me at PO Box 161052, Memphis TN 38186. This is a very difficult time and I ask that you all please continue your prayers. I will update you as his condition progresses.


(Source: FTD Album / Elvis Information Network / UEPS)