January 30 - Elvis Vinyl Video News Report

The Elvis News Report Video for February 2025 is available. It covers all details known so far for the 'Elvis Presley in Concert' movie premiere, Graceland's plans for the future, new exhibitions at Graceland, new Elvis books, says goodbye to people we lost, Jerome Stump Monroe and Yvonne Lime, and much more. 

And there is an interesting preview of a book visitors of this website may enjoy :-) 

Green Suede Vinyl

Hot on the heels of the successful 'Blue Moon' remix colored vinyl 45 rpm single and CD combo comes a new combo edition.

The French RDM-Edition announced the February 12, 2016 release of the single 'Blue Suede Shoes' c/w 'Tutti Frutti'. This is a limited edition of 200 units on green colored vinyl and CD-single.

The title track is a newly created duet with Carl Perkins, the songs originator, using his original vocal, created by Anthony Stuchbury. You're going to love it or hate it, but remember, it's not the first time this has happened. RCA attempted this for their Elvis Guitar Man album and Cliff Richard did it too.

Side A: Blue Suede Shoes ("Duet" With Carl Perkins).

Side B: Tutti Frutti (2026 Mix).

(Source: Emiel Maier / UEPS)

January 29 - Spring Break In Las Vegas With Priscilla

The Millbranch import record label released the double LP 'Spring Break In Las Vegas' featuring the March 22nd, 1975 Midnight performance as recorded at the Las Vegas Hilton.

Publicity stated: Right in time for the end of this year Millbranch Music continues with its high quality vinyl releases, made for the real fan and limited as usual: 200 copies made on black vinyl and on transparent violet vinyl.

'Spring Break In Las Vegas' is a beautiful 2-LP set with printed innersleeves, containing intensive liner notes, and containing a newly restored soundboard recording of the March 22nd, 1975 Midnight show performance at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel! And even more material from Elvis ́ shows in March of 1975!

This concert was released for the first time on the legendary 'Profile' CD-Box-Set in 1996 (Volume 2) and immediately found its way to the “Top Ten” of highly appreciated 1970 ́s Elvis concerts, mainly because of its perfect song selection, which fitted Elvis so well in spring of 1975, but also because it is easy to recognize, that Elvis had a great time on stage and did sing great and with passion this evening.

The recording is now sourced from the original digital master, and Millbranch Music presents a newly remastered Stereo-version which reveals details never heard before!

March 22nd, 1975: It was the week before Easter, the night of the nationwide “Easter Seals Telethon”, broadcast coast to coast across America. While most of the country sat in front of their televisions, Elvis Presley was on stage at the Las Vegas Hilton. That same evening, he quietly donated $5,000 to the telethon’s cause for children with disabilities. His backing singers, The Sweet Inspirations, had just appeared live on the program. During the show, Elvis joked about the telethon and about the other charity, the March of Dimes, and even about the long-awaited tax rebate checks everyone expected that week. ‘I’m still waitin’ on my rebate’. he laughed. ‘Didn’t get mine, had to pay for breakfast’. Yet the millionaire who claimed to get nothing gave instead, turning humor into generosity, and a Las Vegas night into a moment of Easter grace.

The mastering of this LP was entrusted to Planet of Sound Mastering, led by Petrushka, an expert with over 25 years of experience in both live and studio audio. With a background as a musician, producer, and live engineer, her journey began as an intern at Abbey Road Studios in London, where she was mentored during a full-day mastering session. It was there she first heard about the legendary fifteen-year learning curve to mastering, a truth she now acknowledges through decades of hands-on experience.

During a U.S. tour with her former band in the 1990s, she also worked briefly on a project at Sony Studios in New York, adding to her understanding of how emotion, performance, and recording come together in a live context.

"My style of mastering is all about feeling, you should get the sense you were there," says Petrushka. "This is not about polishing everything to perfection, but about preserving what made it human and alive."

Having grown through years of practical refinement - from theory to instinct - her approach reflects a deep sensitivity to how a performance breathes. For this release, every channel was carefully balanced, with special attention given to vocal depth and instrumental clarity.

Available on vinyl in two Collector's Editions: classic black vinyl and transparent violet vinyl. Each version comes with full-color printed inner sleeves, featuring rare photos and liner notes. A beautiful tribute to one of Elvis’s best performances, at least of 1975!

The LP is available for pre-order from >>> Bennies Fifties.

Side A: 

01. Also Sprach Zarathustra (March 31, 1975 MS) 

02. See See Rider (March 31, 1975 MS)

03. I Got A Woman / Amen (March 20, 1975 DS) 

04. Love Me (March 20, 1975 DS)

05. If You Love Me (Let Me Know)

06. And I Love You So

07. Big Boss Man

Side B:

01. It’s Midnight

02. Promised Land

03. Green Green Grass Of Home 

04. Fairytale

05. Introductions 06. Band Solos

Side C:

01. My Boy

02. I’ll Remember You

03. Let Me Be There (with reprise)

04. Teddy Bear / Don’t Be Cruel

05. Hound Dog (with reprise)

06. I’ll Be There (Excerpt) / You’re The Reason I’m Living 

07. Can’t Help Falling In Love / Closing Vamp

08. Funny How Time Slips Away (March 30, 1975 MS)

Side D:

01. Big Boss Man (March 19, 1975 MS)

02. My Boy (March 19, 1975 MS)

03. I’ll Remember You (March 19, 1975 MS)

04. Hound Dog (March 19, 1975 MS)

05. An American Trilogy (March 19, 1975 MS)

06. If You Love Me (Let Me Know) (March 19, 1975 MS) 

07. Bridge Over Troubled Water (March 31, 1975 MS

The LP is available from >>> Bennies Fifties.

Note: this concert was previously released by the official Follow That Dream Collector's label as 'Las Vegas 1975'.

Livet Efter Elvis

People's Press published Priscilla Presley's second 350-page memoir 'Life After Elvis as 'Livet Efter Elvis'. 

(Source: Millbranch / iMusic)

January 27 - More Colored and Liquid Vinyl

The French Culture Factory / V.P.I record label will release a Liquid Vinyl Edition of the 'Blue Hawaii' soundtrack album. The LP will filled with "blue and sand colored fluid". 

The album will also be available as on CD, the release date is April 18, 2026, Record Store Day 2026. 

Also due for release on March 18, 2026 is the triple LP set '1961: King of the Whole Wild World'. This set comes on blue and yellow splattered vinyl as well as a 3-CD-set. 

More information when available.

(Source: Pascal Matteo / Plastichead / Fan Shop Poland)

January 26 - Celluloid Sell-Out! Elvis Movie Memorabilia 1968 - 1969

In the recently published 'FTD World' discography books, there was a little announcement for an upcoming release. Apparently Bob Pakes is working on a third installment (not "volume 3") of his ‘Celluloid Sell-Out! Elvis Movie Memorabilia 1968 - 1969' series, focusing on the years 1968-1969’.

The book, covering the movies 'Speedway', 'Stay Away, Joe', 'Live A Little, Love A Little', 'Charro', 'The Trouble With Girls' and 'Change of Habit,' should be coming out in 2026.

(Source: Bob Pakes / Elvis Information Network)

January 25 - Graceland Closed

The wintry conditions in Memphis are now having a direct impact on Graceland visitors. Due to snow and icy conditions, all tours are canceled for the moment. The famous gates of Graceland remain closed.

The historic deep freeze sweeping through Memphis will continue into Sunday and Monday. Guests planning to visit in the next few days should visit Graceland.com before traveling in case there are further weather impacts.  

Visit the >>> Graceland webcam to see Graceland in the snow.

(Source: Graceland)

January 24 - Elvis: The King (in) Hollywood

Here is the cover-art for Mariusz Ogieglo's 560-page Polish book 'Elvis Krol (W) Hollywood' which should be available March / April 2026.

Publicity stated: In one of his early interviews Elvis once said: "All my life I wanted to be an actor. And although I never performed even in school plays, deep down I always hoped that one day I would get a chance to appear in a movie". 

The legendary King of Rock and Roll got his chance to fulfill that dream in 1956, when he was cast in the western 'Love Me Tender,' alongside such stars of the era as Richard Egan and Debra Paget.

The year 2026 marks the seventieth anniversary of Elvis’ big-screen debut, but also the sixty-fifth anniversary of the release of his most commercially successful film, the comedy 'Blue Hawaii'. It seemed to me a perfect occasion to present to you, the Readers, the result of several years of my work, the book 'Elvis: The King (in) Hollywood'.

On nearly five hundred A5-format pages, it will include not only information about Presley’s first ten films, but also behind-the-scenes anecdotes, memories of actors and actresses who appeared alongside the famous singer, critics’ opinions, and detailed information about the cast and soundtrack albums.

Sold Out

The 'Graceland Exclusive' red colored vinyl edition of the 'EPIC' soundtrack LP has 'Sold Out'. 

If you like colored vinyl, the yellow and orange colored 'Amazon Exclusive' is still available for  pre-order from >>> Amazon (associate link). 

(Source: Mariusz Ogieglo / Gaceland)

January 24 - Charts January 2026 - Week 4

The Elvis Birthday celebrations are over, and it looks like this is reflected in the U.S. charts. In the U.K. the fans have been watching more Elvis this past week.

Official U.K. charts

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' dropped from No. 73 to No. 77 on the Official U.K. Album Top 100. It fell from No. 63 to No. 68 on the nation's Streaming Album Top 100, and from No. 63 to No. 75 on the Chart Update chart.

Two re-entries on the Official Music Video chart this week. The 'Elvis The Searcher' documentaries and the 'Elvis The King of Rock and Roll' music video re-entered the chart at No. 40 and No. 42 respectively. 

The 'The Complete Story' dropped from No. 21 to No. 36 this week.

Irish Charts

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' overview of Elvis' greatest hits fell from No. 93 to No. 96 on the Irish IRMA Album Top 100 chart.

U.S. Billboard charts

Following on Elvis' 91st Birthday week celebrations,'The Essential Elvis Presley' compilation returned to Billboard's Top 200 Album chart at No. 198, but one week later, it already exited the chart. The album dropped from No. 34 to No. 36 on the Top Country Albums chart. 

(Source: Billboard / Official Chart Company / UK Mix Forum)

January 23 - Elvis in Love With Amarillo

The Memphis Recording Service announced the March 20, 2026 release of 'On Tour 1974 - Amarillo Texas' as a Digibook and a double LP set. with March 20, 2026 as the street date. 

Description: Early in his summer tour of 1974, Elvis Presley made a memorable stop in Amarillo, Texas. On June 19th, he performed for one night only at the Civic Auditorium, captivating the audience with his legendary stage presence. This show presented here has been newly remastered in stereo for the first time ever.

Tracks CD and LP: See See Rider / I Got A Woman/Amen / Elvis Talks / Love Me / Tryin’ To Get To You / All Shook Up / Love Me Tender / Hound Dog / Fever / Polk Salad Annie / Why Me Lord? / Suspicious Minds / Band Introductions / I Can’t Stop Loving You / Help Me / An American Trilogy / Let Me Be There / Heartbreak Hotel / Elvis Talks 2 / Funny How Time Slips Away / Big Boss Man / Can’t Help Falling In Love (Incomplete).

Note: This concert was previously released by the official Follow That Dream collectors label as part of their 'Rockin' Across Texas' book (2005) and as a single CD with the same title in 2009. The sound of that release was “pretty dull and at times the band very distant”.

Yvonne Lime Died

Actress Yvonne Lime died. She was 90. 

She appeared on screen from 1956 to 1968. In 1956 she played Sally opposite Elvis in the movie 'Loving You'. Elvis and Yvonne developed more than a professional interest in one another- and they dated some during the filming. On Easter weekend of 1957 she even went to visit him at Graceland, his Memphis home.

In the movie magazine Modern Screen, Yvonne revealed what it was 'really' like to date Elvis. "He was the perfect gentleman, devoted to his mother, and liked to sing religious songs at parties. His Rock and Roll image, long hair, and sideburns were explained away as a case of nonconformity."

Elvis In Love

The Vinyl Passion record label announced the January 23, 2026 re-release of their 2015 2-LP set 'Elvis In Love' on turquoise colored vinyl. The LP was first released in 2017.

Side A: Can't Help Falling In Love - Hawaiian Wedding Song - Fame And Fortune - A Big Hunk O` Love - Don't Ask Me Why - Such A Night - Don't - (Now And Then There's) A Fool Such AS I - Have I Told You Lately That I Love You - Good Luck Charm.

Side B: Are You Lonesome Tonight - Surrender - It's Now Or Never - I Want You, I Need You, I Love You - Loving You - Love Me - Baby Let's Play House - Blue Hawaii - Wooden Heart - Any Way You Want Me.

Side C: (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear - She's Not You - As Long As I Have You - The Girl Of My Best Friend - I Love You Because - I Need You Love Tonight - The Thrill Of Your Love - That's Someone You Never Forget - Fever - Doin´ The Best I Can.

Side D: Love Me Tender - True Love - I Was The One - Pocketful Of Rainbows - Stuck On You - Young And Beautiful - One Night - That's When Your Heartaches Begin - Wear My Ring Around Your Neck - Anyplace In Paradise.

(Source: Plastic Head)

January 22 - Jerome Stump Passed Away

It is with profound sadness that the family of Jerome “Stump” Monroe announces his passing. He passed peacefully at home after a brief illness. 

"Stump" was part of the Elvis Presley Show touring from the first 1969 Las Vegas concerts through to the very end in 1977. "Stump" was the drummer for The Sweet Inspirations. His tight, controlled drumming style perfectly complemented their powerful gospel and soul-oriented backing vocals

When regular drummer Ronnie Tutt was ill or absent, 'Stump' stood in as the replacement with the TCB Band three times over those years. 'Stump' Monroe played with Elvis in Philadelphia in 1971, Las Vegas December 1975 and finally in Madison on June 24th 1977.

The Madison concert would be Elvis' third last performance, the soundboard of which has just been discovered and released on the box-set 'The Final Curtain' (Boxcar Enterprises, 2011).

His friend Rick Crofts said it best: "A very plain, modest and simple man. A man with a large sound and a quiet voice". This photograph from 2011 represents exactly who he was.

Jerome wrote a great foreword for the 2024 edition of 'Elvis Day By Day - The Year In Review'. Dear Jerome, Rest In Peace. Sending my condolences to the family and many friends during this time of sadness!

Visit the >>> Elvis Information Network for an exclusive interview. 

Preview Dressed To Rock

Here is the cover-art and preview pages for the August 4, 2026 book release from Graceland, 'Elvis Dressed To Rock' by Karan Feder.

The book is available for pre-order from the >>> Amazon webshop.

Description: For the first time, take an in-depth look at the fashion pieces that defined the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s style and career, with more than 150 pieces from the archives at Graceland including early suits, jumpsuits, capes, belts, jewelry, original designer sketches, and more.

In the history of Rock ‘n Roll, no performer ever defined a style like Elvis. From his rockabilly suits of the 1950s to the jeweled jumpsuits of the 1970s, the King’s on-stage fashion became as iconic as his music. 

Now, for the first time, the Graceland archives open their doors for this once-in-a-lifetime look at the stagewear of the King. From the now-iconic gold lamé suit in the 1950s and the leather suit from the 1968 Comeback Special to the last jumpsuit Elvis wore onstage in Indianapolis, this comprehensive book contains more than 150 pieces of stagewear spanning Elvis’s entire career. 

Stunning jumpsuits, beautifully detailed capes, numerous belts, two-piece suits, studded boots, jewelry, and even chokers that were created for Elvis but never worn on stage are all featured in beautiful new photography created especially for this book. 

Also included are suits that until now have never been seen as their complete sets, including three Cisco Kid two-piece outfits worn in Las Vegas in 1971, and two of Elvis’s Dude Suits, worn in Las Vegas in 1972.

Detailed information from the archives about the suits, including the definitive list of names for the jumpsuits, and fascinating historical context and insights about the detailing and construction of the pieces from noted costume historian Karan Feder, accompany stunning detail photography of each piece. 

Lavishly illustrated with new photography of each piece in the archive, images of Elvis on stage in the pieces and album covers on which they appear, rare sketches from costume designer Bill Belew, and more, this beautiful book is a look at the King’s style like never before.

The book is available for pre-order from the >>> Amazon webshop.

Blue Moon

The Norwegian Flaming Star fan-club released the 45 RPM vinyl EP 'Blue Moon'. The song is coupled with 'It Wouldn't Be The Same Without You', 'Just Because' and 'I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine'. 

Vintage Rock

Vintage Rock published a single issue special magazine titled 'The Ultimate Guide to SUN Records'. 

Description: Over 70 years ago, a visionary producer by the name of Sam Phillips started a record label that would change the world. Sun Records would become the home of many of Rock and Roll's most important players, from Elvis Presley to Jerry Lee Lewis to Carl Perkins, bringing a gritty authenticity to a genre of music that was reverberating through the bedrooms of every teen in America.

In this special tribute to the most iconic record label of all time, we pay tribute to its founder and to its major artists. We remember the women of Sun, as well as its less-celebrated singers, from Billy Lee Riley to Charlie Feathers to Hayden Thompson. We also chat to former Sun promoter Barbara Barnes Sims and, in an interview from the Vintage Rock archives, the late Jimmy Van Eaton. And not only that, we also count down the greatest ever Sun singles. What will be our No.1?

Without Sam Phillips and Sun Records, it's not an exaggeration to say that the history of music would look very different. So join us as we honor America's favorite Rock and Roll label and the icons it helped launch.

The Essential Collection

The Art of vinyl re-issue record label announced the February 13, 2026 release of the LP 'The Essential Collection' featuring 18 remastered classics from Elvis' early career.

Side 1: Heartbreak Hotel / I Want You I Need You I Love You / Hound Dog / Don't Be Cruel / Love Me Tender / Too Much / All Shook Up / Jailhouse Rock / (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear.

Side 2: Hardheaded Women / Big Hunk O Love / Stuck On You / It's Now Or Never / Are You Lonesome Tonight / (Marie's The Name) His Latest Flame / Can't Help Falling In Love / Return To Sender / Good Luck Charm.

(Source: Rick Crofts / Amazon / Pascal Matteo / Elvis Shop London)

January 21 - Elvis and Priscilla: Conditional Love

Entertain Me UK announced the March 3, 2026 DVD release of the 2023 documentary 'Elvis and Priscilla: Conditional Love'. The DVD will be region 1, US and Canada).

Description: Elvis and Priscilla are one of the most famous celebrity couples of all time. But the story that lies beneath the glamorous facade is more toxic than what first meets the eye. Elvis has defined Pricilla's life. His comment that she was "young enough that he could train her any way he wanted", in the end, came true. Though their relationship was bound by true love, what were the conditions that let it flourish?

The documentary was previously available on >>> Amazon (watch preview). Cover art from the digital version (2023). 

At The Dorsey Brothers Stage Show

The Knock-out import record label released the 'At The Dorsey Brothers Stage Show' LP on green and on blue colored vinyl.

Publicity stated: A truly remarkable long-playing record showcasing the television appearances that first introduced America to the one and only King of Rock and Roll!

Back in early 1956, a young, energetic Elvis Presley stepped before the CBS cameras on The Dorsey Brothers’ Stage Show and delivered a string of electrifying performances that set the nation buzzing. With his thrilling blend of rhythm & blues, country swing, and tender ballads, Elvis brought a brand-new sound, and a whole lot of excitement to living rooms from coast to coast.

From the moment he opened his mouth to sing, audiences knew they were witnessing something extraordinary. His unmistakable voice, the driving beat of his band, and his spirited, head-turning stage presence signaled the arrival of a bold new talent destined to reshape the very sound of American popular music.

From the opening note to the final fade-out, this album captures all the youthful fire and irresistible charm that won Elvis the hearts of millions. It is, without question, an essential addition to any Presley fan’s collection and a must-hear chapter in the story of American music. 

These performances have been newly restored and mastered into the best sound quality  possible! You got to hear it to believe it!

Now for the very first time these unforgettable early television appearances are gathered together on one special limited- edition LP presenting these historic performances in newly mixed stereo sound.

Limited Edition of 400 copies! Individually numbered and offered in two striking vinyl colors, green and blue. Every set also includes two glossy 30x30 bonus photos of Elvis on the Dorsey Brothers’ Stage Show.

The LP is available from the >>> Bennies Fifties webshop.

(Source: I-music / Amazon)