October 19 - Come What May

Kendra Steiner Editions released the 163-page book 'Come What May: Selected Writings On Elvis Presley'. 

Description: Twenty essays written and originally published over a 15-year period on the music of Elvis Presley, from the Sun period through his final June 1977 concert, from San Antonio-based Bill Shute, contributor to Ugly Things magazine since 1985.

The book is available as a 163-page >>> hardback and as a 193-page >>> paperback edition from Amazon. The content of both editions in the same.

October 17 - RCA Announces Elvis

Erik Lorentzen announced the December 2026 release of the book 'RCA Victor Announces Elvis' by Gaston Sanchez, Adam Greenaway and Erik Lorentzen.

Publicity stated: 'RCA Victor Announces Elvis' is far more than just another book about Elvis. It is an important historical document that explores Elvis's record releases during his early years with RCA Victor, capturing a significant chapter in the history of the King of Rock and Roll.

For the many serious Elvis record collectors around the world, I believe this book will be an extraordinary treasure. It brings together important historical information and a level of detail that makes it a valuable addition to any serious Elvis collection. Beyond its importance to collectors, it also helps preserve a part of Elvis's musical legacy for future generations.

Lorentzen said: "I am genuinely proud to have contributed to this publication, and equally proud to be part of a trio that has put so much time, effort and passion into creating what I believe is a true masterpiece. 

After all the books I have worked on over the years, 'RCA Victor Announces Elvis' is undoubtedly one of the projects I have enjoyed the most.

Working alongside two passionate Elvis fans and collectors, Adam and Gaston, it has been a genuine pleasure to watch this book take shape from day one. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, understanding and dedication to the project have been a joy to witness. It is rare to see such passion and commitment, and being part of this journey with them has been a truly rewarding experience."

'RCA Victor Announces Elvis'. is a testament to what can be achieved when knowledge, dedication and a shared love of Elvis come together.

(Source: Adam Greenaway / Erik Lorentzen)

October 17 - Charts October 2026 - Week 3

Elvis' scored another peak position on the U.K. Video charts! But his musical chart presence is still very thin, we will have to wait for the upcoming Christmas season for some more chart action. 

The 'EPiC' lost all of last week's gains on the chart and more, the album won back a few places after last week's fall on the chart, and climbed from No. 34 to No. 28 on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart.

To be updated over the weekend: The DVD edition of 'EPiC' lost six places and fell to No. 36 on the DVD charts. The film lost another 11 places on the Video chart, sliding to no. 66 this week. Continuing on last week's return to the top 3, the movie regained the Top position on the Official U.K. Music Video chart. 

'The Complete Story' DVD re-entered that same chart at No. 29 this week. 

U.S. Billboard charts

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation lost one more spot and fell to the last place on Billboard's Country Album chart.

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

October 16 - Rockin’ in Trouble

The SR import record label announced the November 2926 release of the Lp ‘Rockin’ in Trouble’.

Publicity stated: ‘Rockin' In Trouble’ is an ambitious project that aims to showcase Elvis's rock side from the 1970s. Following ‘Promised Land’ and ‘Burning Love’, we are now focusing on the 1975 rocker ‘T.R.O.U.B.L.E.’, which we believe is Elvis’s last true rock single.

The new SR will include a double LP set, taking us back to Elvis's second tour of 1975, specifically covering the three concerts he performed at the Jackson State Fair Coliseum on June 8th and 9th. Additionally, a bonus 7-Inch EP will be included, which focuses on an analysis of the song. This analysis explores the song's development, first in the studio and then in concert.

This double vinyl set features a soundboard recording of three Jackson shows that were previously released on CD. This is the first time they are available on vinyl format, and the recordings have been remastered from the analog mono source, ensuring superior sound quality. The glossy gatefold packaging will include a bonus 30 x 30 cm glossy photo. Additionally, the bonus EP vinyl allows listeners to experience an exceptionally clear sound while exploring the evolution of the songs. 

We aim to showcase Elvis at the height of his potential. His March 1975 recording of ‘T.R.O.U.B.L.E.’ and the Jackson shows in June 1975 are undoubtedly among the best moments of the year, highlighting him at the peak of his performance. He delivers both an outstanding studio session and remarkable live shows. As suggested by the title ‘Rockin’ in Trouble’, the performance features Elvis with a reinvigorated rock attitude, fully committed to his craft, even as underlying problems began to surface that would later become challenging to manage.

Just before his Las Vegas season, Elvis voluntarily returned to the studio to work on a new album titled ‘Today’. The standout track from this session is definitely the song ‘T.R.O.U.B.L.E.’ This fast-tempo rocker features an exciting piano duel between David Briggs and Glen D. Hardin. ‘T.R.O.U.B.L.E.’ captures the same intense energy that Elvis had rarely shown since his NBC-TV special. It remains a mystery why this remarkable single only reached number 35 on the charts instead of topping them.

We have compiled three shows of Elvis Presley into a double LP set, aiming to create an ideal listening experience featuring his best performances at Jackson. These shows showcase a solid collection of Elvis's classic repertoire, all well-executed. While the range of his performances is extensive, his rocking side is more prominent in this collection. Notable highlights include the rocking trilogy: ‘Burning Love’ from 1972, ‘Polk Salad Annie’ from 1970, and his later single ‘T.R.O.U.B.L.E’ along with the classic ‘The Wonder of You’. These tracks undoubtedly stand out as the highlights of the show.

This new SR release comes housed housed in a deluxe 300-gram sleeve that includes the double 150-gram vinyl and a bonus card.

To create a special collector’s item, we will produce 390 copies, each with three different vinyl color variations on red, white and on white colored vinyl. All copies will include glossy stickers, are hand-numbered, and sealed individually. Please note: this is a limited set of only 390 hand-numbered copies. So you can collect three variations of the glossy art card.

Side A: As Recorded live at State Fair Coliseum, Jackson, MS  June 08, 1975 2.30 PM

01 Love Me

02 If You Love Me

03 Love Me Tender

04 All Shook Up

05 Teddy Bear/Don’t Be Cruel

06 Hound Dog

07 The Wonder Of You (incomplete)

08 Burning Love

Side B: As Recorded live at State Fair Coliseum, Jackson, MS  June 08, 1975 8.30 PM

09 T.R.O.U.B.L.E.

10 Why My Lord

12 How Great Thou Art

13 Let Me Be There

14 An American Trilogy

15 Little Darlin’

16 Mystery Train/Tiger Man

17 Funny How Time Slips Away

18 Can’t Help Falling Love

Side C: As Recorded live at State Fair Coliseum, Jackson, MS  June 09, 1975 8.30 PM.

I Got A Woman/Amen (Incomplete) 01

Love Me 02

If You Love Me 03

Love Me Tender (False Start)/ All Shook Up 04

Teddy Bear/Don’t Be Cruel 05  

Hound Dog 06

The Wonder Of You 07

Polk Salad Annie 08

Band Introduction 09

Side D: As Recorded live at State Fair Coliseum, Jackson, MS  June 09, 1975 8.30 PM.

T.R.O.U.B.L.E 10

Let Me Be There 11

An America Trilogy 12

Funny How Time Slips Away 13

Mystery Train/Tiger Man 14

Help Me Make It Through the Night 15

Can't Help Falling Love 16

Closing Vamp17

Bonus 7-inch vinyl EP: 

Side E: 01. T.R.O.U.B.L.E.  (Take 1) / T.R.O.U.B.L.E. (Take 4 Master Undubbed).

Side F: T.R.O.U.B.L.E. (Jacksonville, FL.  April 25, 1975) / T.R.O.U.B.L.E. (Las Vegas, NV. August 20, 1975 DS).

October 14 - An American Critics Story

Reclam Publishing announced the February 27, 2027 release the 520-page hardcover book 'Elvis Presley. Eine Amerikanische Geschichte' ('Elvis Presley: An American Story') by Heinrich Detering.

Publicity stated: "Before Elvis, there was nothing," John Lennon famously claimed. Leonard Bernstein called Elvis "the greatest cultural force of the 20th century," noting that he transformed everything from music to language and fashion, ushering in a new social revolution. 

Heinrich Detering recounts the story of this American revolution: the emergence and evolution of Elvis Presley’s art; its social, cultural, and political connections to an era he himself transformed; and its enduring impact on the present day. This book opens up new perspectives on the life's work of an artist who remains endlessly fascinating, and on the social energies that found expression through him.

The book is available from >>> Amazon.

Critics Choice Documentary Awards 

The nominees for the 11th Annual
Critics Choice Documentary Awards have been announced. Both Baz Luhrmann and Johnathan Redmond have been nominated in the categories 'Best First Documentary Feature and Best Editing respectively.

The 'Elvis Presley in Concert' movie was nominated in the categories 'Best Music Documentary' and 'Best Archival Documentary'. 

Although the filmmakers had more than enough footage to justify a streaming-service miniseries, "EPiC" was edited to a relatively tidy 97 minutes to be a theatrical feature film, and enable Elvis to return to cinemas for the first time since the 1970s, when such documentaries as "Elvis: That's the Way It Is" and "Elvis on Tour" enjoyed theatrical distribution. Explained Redmond: "The big man with the big voice deserves the big screen."

The winners of the awards will be announced during a gala in Manhattan on November 8, 2026.

Get your copy from >>> Amazon.

(Source: Amazon) / Critics Choice Awards)

October 13 - We Aim to Raropiu

Elvis graces the cover of the Italian music Raropiu culture, music and movie magazine with inside an article on Elvis 1962 - 1964 discography. 

From the magazine's website: Colonel Parker continued to steer Elvis’s career, adept at generating revenue from both films and records by targeting an audience seemingly accustomed to buying anything bearing the name of the "King of Rock 'n' Roll." This magic formula proved successful until 1964, when the arrival of the Beatles and the "British Invasion" radically shifted the tastes of the new generation.

By this time, Elvis was living in Hollywood, tirelessly shooting films in increasingly picturesque, postcard-worthy locations; alongside the soundstages were the recording studios where he would quickly cut the accompanying soundtracks. It was a lucrative arrangement for both the Colonel and Elvis, with the latter receiving half a million dollars per film plus a percentage of the box-office receipts. Presley continued to record hit songs, and the Italian market flourished during these early 1960s, seeing the release of numerous records that celebrated a phase of the singer-actor's career defined more by commercialism than by artistic merit.

We Aim to Please

The Knock Out Records import record label released the CD 'We Aim to Please'. 

Publicity stated: Knock Out Records presents Elvis Presley’s May 7th, 1976 Midnight Show from the Sahara Tahoe, taken from an original 1st generation tape. Although this concert has previously been released by Rainbow Records, this new edition comes from a 1st generation source, providing much cleaner and clearer sound. Elvis is in great spirits throughout the performance, which runs for almost 92 minutes and includes several highlights, including a rare full version of 'The Wonder Of You' and a dedicated performance of 'I’ll Remember You'. The CD comes as a strictly Limited Collector's Edition, housed in a double digipack. 

CD 1: Also Sprach Zarathustra / C.C. Rider / I Got A Woman - Amen / Love Me / If You Love Me (Let Me Know) / You Gave Me A Mountain / All Shook Up / Teddy Bear - Don’t Be Cruel / The Wonder Of You / Happy Birthday, Sandy / That’s All Right / Are You Lonesome Tonight? / Introducing Ed Parker / I’ll Remember You (incl. Long False Start) / Ku-U-I-Po (Excerpt) / Hawaiian Wedding Song / Polk Salad Annie.

CD 2: Band Intros - Early Morning Rain / What’d I Say / Johnny B. Goode / Drum Solo (by Ronnie Tutt) / Bass Solo (by Jerry Scheff) / Piano Solo (by Tony Brown) / Electric Clavinet Solo (by David Briggs) / Love Letters / School Day / My Way / Jailhouse Rock / Love Me Tender / Hurt #1 / Hurt #2 / Heartbreak Hotel / How Great Thou Art / Polk Salad Annie / One Night / It’s Now Or Never / Can’t Help Falling In Love / Closing Vamp.

(Source: Rarolu / Italian Elvis Friends / Elvis On CD)

October 10 - New Vinyl on Record

Two new vinyl sets were announced: 'Elvis Presley - August '74' and 'California Ballads 1960–1968', both come on 180-gram colored vinyl. 

Publicity for 'August '74' stated: Experience Elvis Presley live on stage in August 1974! Step back into the summer of 1974 and experience the King of Rock and Roll in concert with 'Elvis Presley - August '74', a special vinyl release featuring an exciting selection of live performances recorded during Elvis’ legendary August 1974 Las Vegas engagement. 

This remarkable collection brings together 13 live tracks from eight different performances, recorded between August 19 and August 30, 1974. From the bluesy atmosphere of 'Good Time Charlie’s Got The Blues' and the powerful 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' to unforgettable performances of 'Suspicious Minds', 'Spanish Eyes', 'My Boy' and 'You Gave Me a Mountain', this album captures Elvis performing a fascinating mixture of Rock, Blues, Ballads and beautiful showstoppers.

The compilation comes on 180-gram premium vinyl in five transparent colors: orange, red, blue, violet and magenta. 

Tracks side A: 

August 19, 1974 – Opening Show: Good Time Charlie’s Got The Blues / Never Been To Spain / My Baby Left Me

August 20, 1974 – Dinner Show: It’s Midnight / Promised Land

August 20, 1974 – Midnight Show: Bridge Over Troubled Water

August 24, 1974 – Midnight Show: I’m Leavin’

Side B:

August 22, 1974 – Midnight Show: Suspicious Minds / Blaue Donau

August 24, 1974 – Midnight Show: Spanish Eyes / If You Talk In Your Sleep

August 28, 1974 – Dinner Show: My Boy

August 29, 1974 – Midnight Show: Until It’s Time For You To Go

August 30, 1974 – Midnight Show: You Gave Me a Mountain

Publicity for 'California Ballads 1960 - 1968' stated: Discover the softer, more intimate side of Elvis Presley with 'California Ballads 1960–1968', a beautiful collection of rare and captivating recordings from one of the most remarkable periods of his career.

Featuring 17 carefully selected tracks, this special LP takes you on a musical journey through the 1960s, showcasing Elvis’ extraordinary vocal talent on some of his most beautiful ballads.

From the haunting beauty of 'Wild In The Country' and 'Lonely Man' to the romantic charm of 'Hawaiian Wedding Song', 'Please Don’t Stop Loving Me' and 'Almost In Love', this album offers a wonderful selection of alternate takes, rare versions and vocal overdubs.

This album is available on gold and on white colored vinyl, each color limited to 100 copies and as a bonus a CD or a photo.

Tracks side A: Wild In The Country (Take 11) /  Lonely Man (Take 3) / Island Of Love (Take 8) / Hawaiian Wedding Song (Take 1) / I’m Falling In Love Tonight (Take 4) / Relax (Take 7) / Anyone (Could Fall In Love Tonight) (Take 2 / Alternate Master) / Cross My Heart, Hope To Die (Take 11) / Kismet (Take 2).

Side B: So Close, Yet So Far (From Paradise) (Take 1) / Please Don’t Stop Loving Me (Take 3) / Sand Castles (Take 1) / This Is My Heaven (Take 7) / All That I Am (Take 2) / Suppose (Long Version) / Almost In Love (Vocal Overdub) / Let’s Forget About The Stars (Vocal Overdub, Take 5).

Elvis on Record Volume 3

Paul Alner announced the January 2027 release of volume 3 in his 'Elvis on Record' U.K. discography series.

Publicity stated: Two years of extensive research has brought together 580 pages of record releases featuring every known variation during the period 1982 until the end of the century. This book is limited to just 150 numbered copies.

(Source: Pascal Matteo)

October 10 - Charts October 2026 - Week 2

Elvis' scored another peak position on the U.K. Video charts! But his musical chart presence is still very thin, we will have to wait for the upcoming Christmas season for some more chart action. 

The 'EPiC' lost all of last week's gains on the chart and more, the album fell from No. 19 to No. 34 on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart.

The DVD edition of 'EPiC' lost six places and fell to No. 36 on the DVD charts. The film lost another 11 places on the Video chart, sliding to no. 66 this week. Continuing on last week's return to the top 3, the movie regained the Top position on the Official U.K. Music Video chart. 

'The Complete Story' DVD re-entered that same chart at No. 29 this week. 

U.S. Billboard charts

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation remained steady at No. 49 on Billboard's Country Album chart.

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

October 09 - FTD Releases on Schedule!

The Follow that Dream collectors label informed dealers that the manufacture of the 'Frankie and Johnny Sessions' has delivered ahead of the revised schedule, so the set will start to ship to dealers from next week with the other pre orders.

Get your orders in: 

>>> the ‘Paradise, Hawaiian Style’ double LP.

>>> the ‘The Frankie And Johnny Sessions’ triple CD set.

>>> the 'Elvis: Memphis In March ‘74’ triple CD set.

>>> the 'Celluloid Sell-Out 1968-1969' book / 2-CD-set.

The Dynamic record label released the compilation LP 'Elvis Greatest Movie Hits' on 180 gram red colored vinyl.

Publicity stated: Elvis Presley's 'Greatest Movie Hits' arrives on 180-gram red vinyl, showcasing 19 timeless tracks from his iconic film roles. 

This collection highlights the King's musical performances from 'Jailhouse Rock', 'King Creole', 'G.I. Blues', 'Blue Hawaii' and 'Girls! Girls! Girls!', presenting his cinematic soundtrack legacy in a fresh format. 

The vibrant red vinyl edition features a new sleeve design, making it an essential addition for collectors and fans of Elvis's on-screen musical legacy.

The LP is available from >>> Amazon.

Christmas Vinyl

The Vinyl Passion record label re-issued the LPs 'Christmas Classics and Gospel Greats' and 'Songs For Christmas' on as a Limited Editions on "Slightly Silver" and Aquamarine colored vinyl respectively.

(Source: Fomo Vinyl)

October 08 - Worldwide Elvis RCA Vinyl

Paul Dowling posted an update on his 'Worldwide Elvis RCA Vinyl' discography series which should be released early 2027. 

Dowling wrote: When I first started collecting Elvis's RCA records from all over the world in 1973 I had absolutely no idea as to how many countries released them. At that time, I knew that England, Germany and Japan and a few other places did but I never realized that the total would be at least 63 or more.  

Many years later in the mid to late 1990s I realized that what serious Elvis record collectors needed was a discography on every Elvis 78, EP, LP, and promo vinyl that was ever issued everywhere and I started at that time to work on this project but I had to stop because I was too busy selling Elvis records. 

However, eight years ago I decided to spend all my time everyday putting together books on everything RCA released worldwide. Most of the discographies that have come out only picture the front cover and maybe some labels but my discographies will show the front and back covers and labels of each release plus the year each was issued and much more information. 

I am planning to release as many as six or seven hardbound Worldwide Elvis RCA Vinyl discography books.

Note: the cover art shows preliminary sample copies.

The Final Shows At The Sahara Tahoe Released

The Webb Records import record label released the 7-CD-set 'Live At Dell Webb's Sahara Tahoe 1974 - The Final Shows'.

Publicity stated: A superb 7-CD collector’s box set featuring Elvis Presley live at the High Sierra Room, Sahara Tahoe, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, during his May and October 1974 engagements. 'Sahara Tahoe 1974 - The Final Shows' brings together seven complete performances, including the famous 3:00 AM Closing Show from May 27, 1974.

The collection features a mixture of original Mono Soundboard Recordings and Audience Recordings, providing an extensive document of Elvis’ 1974 appearances at the Sahara Tahoe. 

Across the seven discs are Elvis favourites including 'See See Rider', 'Love Me', 'Trying To Get To You', 'All Shook Up', 'Love Me Tender', 'Hound Dog', 'Fever', 'Polk Salad Annie', 'Suspicious Minds', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'An American Trilogy', 'Let Me Be There', 'Big Boss Man', 'Heartbreak Hotel', 'It’s Midnight' and many more. The set is limited to 200 copies.

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

(Source: Paul Dowling / Facebook