July 27 - Summer Releases

The Dutch Almost in Elvis fan club published the English edition of their themed magazine series. This 22nd volume is based on the old "green book" from the segregated U.S. society of the mid of the previous century. 

Publicity stated: Let yourself be carried away to the sultry South of the United States in the 1950s, an era full of contrasts, tension, and unprecedented creativity.

In this unique, culturally and musically artistic booklet, a world comes to life where stark opposites laid the foundation for something revolutionary: the birth of Rock and Roll. While segregation divided society, music brought connection and introduced an entirely new sound.

This beautifully designed 120-page book contains approximately seventy color and black-and-white photos and is a feast for the eye and the mind. Twelve writers, music journalists, poets, and artists draw inspiration from this fascinating period. Their essays, short stories, poems, and columns touch, surprise, and provoke thought.

'Almost in Elvis' is an irregular publication where style and form vary with each issue, always inspired by the theme of that edition. The series remains faithful to its muse: Elvis Presley.

Go >>> here to read my review of the Dutch version. The book features an article by Nigel Patterson from the Elvis Information Network and yours truly. 

The book is available from the >>> Almost in Elvis website.

Bootleg Re-Issues

Several upgraded re-issues have been released by the ElvisOne record label.

'Inside Elvis' is a Deluxe Edition double CD set, limited to 150 copies.

Publicity stated: This CD was only available with the book “Inside Elvis” from many years ago. For this deluxe edition release we’ve included a bonus disc with some rare recordings like a tour-end party from July 5 1976 were Felton Jarvis imitates Elvis, the Hawaiian Village Hotel Press Conference from November 20, 1972, some rare interviews and show excerpts, and much more! A nice addition to the original Elvis Inside CD.

The January / February Soundboard Recordings

Publicity for this set stated: The CDs feature the soundboard recordings from January/February 1971 as originally recorded, plus some bonus recordings. Not all recordings from Opening Night (January 26) were released by the FTD label like ‘Love Me Tender’, ‘The Wonder of You’, ‘Make The World Go Away’ and others, plus the recordings from Closing Night (February 23) were not available through the label. However, they can be heard on this set, making it a nice addition to the FTD label. 

We prefer the original sound, so we have not applied any fake stereo effects. Together with the extras such as replica postcards, etc., this has become a fine set for collectors and fans.

 
CD 1: FEBRUARY 23, 1971 | CLOSING SHOW:

26.01.1971 OPENING SHOW.

CD 2: JANUARY 27, 1971 | MIDNIGHT SHOW:

JANUARY 28, 1971 | DINNER SHOW.
 CD 3: JANUARY 28, 1971 | MIDNIGHT SHOW.
JANUARY 16, 1971 | MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE:
CD 4: JANUARY 29, 1971 | DINNER SHOW: .

Publicity for this set stated: 'Elvis In G.I. Blues' is a limited edition of only 150 copies with various extras related to the film! This set is a perfect addition to the FTD set ‘The Making of G.I. Blues’ because the original film score recorded for the movie can be heard on this set. It can be heard in a quality unlike on any other CD and is much more complete. 

Additionally, this set features the album in original Mono sound plus various extras such as film spots that cannot be heard on the FTD set. It has turned out to be a fantastic set with new artwork and various extras like an unique film cell from the movie!

(Source: Facebook)

Ju 25 - Charts July 2026 - Week 4 - Updated

Running up to Elvis Week, Elvis is disappearing from even more charts. Fortunately the 'EPiC' movie keeps Elvis in the spotlights in Ireland and he won a few places in the United States.

U.K. charts

The only album remaining on the music charts this week is the 'EPiC' soundtrack, which gained two spots and climbed from No. 15 to No. 13 on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart this week. 

The 'Elvis Presley in Concert' movie dropped 15 places on the U.K. Film chart and fell to No. 27 this week. 

The movie exited the Movie Download Top 40 chart after last week's re-entry at No. 31 this week.

The DVD edition of 'EPiC' lost five places on the DVD chart and dropped from No. 9 to No. 14, while the Blu-ray edition lost 16 places, falling from No. 25 to No. on the Blu-ray chart. 

The movie fell from No. 7 to No. 11 on the Music Video chart, this was compensated by the re-entry of ’The King of Rock and Roll’ compilation DVD at No. 46.

 The movie remained steady at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Music Video chart for the sixth week in a row.

Irish charts

The 'EPiC' DVD / Blu-ray remained steady No. 1 on the Irish IRMA Music DVD chart and has led the chart since it's debut six weeks ago.  The movie lost over 27 spots on the Irish Video chart and exited the list. 

U.S. Billboard charts

 

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation won back four more spots on Billboard's Country Album chart, and climbed to No. 40 this week.   

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

July 24 - Soldier Boy On Tour

Audio engineer Anthony Stuchbury shared a comparison of the work he did on the audio for the upcoming 'Soldier Boy 53 310 761' box-set, comparing the song 'I Will Be True' from the original release of this song on FTD's 'In A Private Moment' with the new Deluxe box-set. 

The audio has been cleaned, Elvis' voice is more upfront and you can really hear him working these songs. 

If you like what your heard, you can pre-order the 'Soldier Boy 53 310 761' set from the >>> Elvis Matters webshop.

Steve Binder's Memoirs? 

Legendary director and TV Producer Steve Binder - Elvis fans know him the 1968 'Singer Presents Elvis' TV Special - posted on Facebook that had completed writing his memoir on his experiences in TV and rock. Also stating that if he If couldn't get it published by a major, he was thinking of self publishing his memoirs. 

Knock Out Releases

The Knock Out Records import label released the CD 'O Sole Mio Providence' featuring the previously unreleased evening performance from June 26, 1976, available for the very first time on silver disc. The label also announced the release of the double LP 'Del Webb's Sahara Tahoe - The Highlights May 1976'.
 

Publicity for 'O Sole Mio Providence' stated: Captured in good audience-recording quality, this concert finds Elvis in strong vocal form, delivering a spirited and highly enjoyable performance. Highlights include outstanding renditions of "If You Love Me (Let Me Know)," "And I Love You So," "America The Beautiful," two powerful performances of "Hurt," and a magnificent version of "It's Now Or Never."
 
This is another fine addition for every serious Elvis concert collector. 
 
Tracklist
01.   Also Sprach Zarathustra
02.   C.C. Rider
03.   I Got A Woman/Amen
04.   Love Me
05.   If You Love Me (Let Me Know)
06.   You Gave Me A Mountain
07.   All Shook Up
08.   Teddy Bear / Don’t Be Cruel
09.   And I Love You So
10.   Jailhouse Rock
11.   Fever
12.   America The Beautiful
13.   Introductions – Early Morning Rain
14.   What’d I Say
15.   Johnny B. Goode
16.   Drum Solo (By Ronnie Tutt)
17.   Bass Solo (By Jerry Scheff)
18.   Piano Solo (By Tony Brown)
19.   Electric Keyboard Solo (By David Briggs)
20.   Love Letters
21.   School Days
22.   Hurt #1
23.   Hurt #2
24.   It’s Now Or Never
25.   Can’t Help Falling In Love

 

Publicity for 'Webb's Sahara Tahoe - The Highlights May 1976' stated: In early 2026, Knock Out Records was offered brand‑new tapes from Elvis Presley’s final Lake Tahoe engagement. What these reels contained was nothing short of extraordinary.

The complete May 7th, 1976 Midnight Show was discovered in pristine condition. Alongside it sat the surviving second half of the May 7th Dinner Show, captured with the same remarkable clarity.

But the greatest surprise came last: the entire May 9th, 1976 Closing Show, including the previously unreleased pre‑acts by J.D. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet, The Sweet Inspirations, and comedian Jackie Kahane.

The sound quality across all tapes is exceptionally vivid, offering a rare window into the energy of the Sahara Tahoe showroom during Elvis’ final season there.

This new 2‑LP set brings together standout moments from each tape, a curated journey through three nights of music, humor, gospel power, and the unmistakable electricity of Elvis Presley on stage.

Presented in a beautiful gatefold filled with photos, memorabilia, and detailed information, this set will be released in two colors of vinyl: Black and Blue, each accompanied by its own unique 30×30 glossy full‑size photo.
 
Tracklist side 1: May 9, 1976 Closing Show - Opening Acts
1. I Have Been Redeemed*
2. You'll Never Walk Alone*
3. Philadelphia Freedom*
4. Lady Marmalade*
*Previously Unreleased
 
Side B: May 7, 1976 Midnight Show
1. Also Sprach Zarathustra
2. C.C. Rider
3. If You Love Me (Let Me Know)
4. The Wonder Of You
5. That's All Right
6. I'll Remember You
7. My Way
 
Side C May 7, 1976 Dinner Show
1. Hurt
2. Softly As I Leave You
3. Heartbreak Hotel
4. Jailhouse Rock
5. It's Now Or Never
6. How Great Thou Art
7. Can't Help Falling In Love /
Closing Vamp

Side D: May 9, 1976 Closing Show
1. Return To Sender
2. America The Beautiful
3. Polk Salad Annie
4. Burning Love
5. Help Me
6. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face

Elvis Sold Out

The Brazilian O Mundo de Elvis fan club announced the re-issue of their 'Elvis Sold Out' book volumes 1 and 2 by Waldenir Cecon. 

Publicity stated: Since the release of the first edition of 'Elvis Sold Out' in 2012, a lot of new information has come to light, and hundreds of new CDs featuring Elvis' tour performances have been released. The time has come for fans in Brazil and the Portuguese-speaking world (the books will also be released in Portugal) to get their hands on a fully updated edition of one of our best-selling titles.

The first 420-page volume will be released on August 25, 2026, and covers Elvis's tours from 1970 to 1974, the second, a 520-page volume, covers the tours from 1975 to 1977. Combined, the two volumes will total over 900 pages, 210 pages more than the original book. The books will be available in both color and black-and-white versions (printed on high-quality paper) in a 16 x 23 cm format.

(Source: Anthony Stuchbury / Steve Binder / Mundo de Elvis)

July 23 - Loving Dane County

The new Free Bee import record label released 'Elvis - Dane County Coliseum, Madison, June 24, 1977', containing last known soundboard recording of Elvis.  

During this show, Jerome ‘Stump’ Monroe is behind the drums.

The most notable song of the evening is ‘One Night’; in addition, Elvis sings ‘If You Love Me (Let Me Know)’, ‘Jailhouse Rock’, ‘I Really Don’t Want To Know’, and others. 

If you don’t have this show on CD yet, this reissue is a great opportunity. You’ll hear this release as original recorded. So no fake-stereo effects. Comes with new artwork featuring photos and recording information.
 
Tracks: See See Rider - I Got A Woman / Amen - Love Me - If You Love Me (Let Me Know) - You Gave Me A Mountain - Jailhouse Rock (With False Start) - O Solo Mio (Sherrill Nielsen) / It’s Now Or Never - One Night (With False Start) - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear / Don’t Be Cruel - And I Love You So - Danny Boy (Sherrill Nielsen) - Walk With Me (Sherrill Nielsen) - Love Me Tender - Band Introductions  - Early Morning Rain (Guitar Solo - John Wilkinson) - What’d I Say (Guitar Solo - James Burton) - Johnny B. Goode (Guitar Solo - James Burton) - Drum Solo (Jerome ‘Stump’  Monroe) - Bass Solo (Jerry Scheff) - Piano Solo (Tony Brown) - I Really Don’t Want To Know - Electric Piano Solo (Bobby Ogdin) - Orchestra Solo (Joe Guercio & The Hilton Orchestra) - Hound Dog - Introduction Of Vernon Presley - Can’t Help Falling In Love - Closing Vamp / Announcer

More Lovin'

Following the release of the 10-inch 'Loving You' vinyl album on the French RDM-Edition record label, Anthony Stuchbury released a limited second pressing of the 'Loving You' soundtrack music CD on his own JAS record label. This run is limited to 100 copies with a new label colour to distinguish it from the first pressing.a second edition. 

This Mono II Stereo release features both the Mono and newly created  Stereo Mixes of the 1958 movie soundtrack songs. "Whether you prefer the warm authenticity of mono or the rich depth of stereo, this release delivers outstanding sound quality in both formats" according to the publicity. 

The Mono Masters:

1. Mean Woman Blues

2. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear

3. Loving You

4. Got A Lot O' Livin' To Do

5. Lonesome Cowboy

6. Hot Dog

7. (Let's Have A) Party

8. Mean Woman Blues - Movie Edit

9. Party - Alternate Master

10. Got A Lot O' Livin' To Do - Alternate Master

The Mono To Stereo Album:

11. Mean Woman Blues

12. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear

13. Loving You

14. Got A Lot O' Livin' To Do

15. Lonesome Cowboy

16. Hot Dog

17. (Let's Have A) Party

18. Blueberry Hill

19. True Love

20. Don't Leave Me Now

21. Have I Told You Lately That I Love You

22. I Need You So

Special Bonus Songs:

23. Loving You - Opening Titles*

24. Movie Road Medley*

25. Party - Alternate Master*

26. Loving You - Orchestral Version*

* Mono To Stereo Versions

The CD is available from the >>> Elvis4Sale webshop.

(Source: Anthony Stuchbury)

July 21 - Loving 10-Inch Vinyl

The French RDM-Edition record label released the songs of the 'Loving You' soundtrack songs as a Mono II Stereo 10-inch translucent blue colored vinyl album. 

Publicity stated: One of Elvis Presley's most beloved soundtrack albums returns in this beautiful Limited Edition 10-inch blue vinyl release. 'Loving You' (Mono II Stereo) presents the complete soundtrack in two unique listening experiences: Side A features the original mono mix, while Side B offers a brand-new Mono II Stereo mix.

Produced by Anthony Stuchbury, this special edition brings fresh depth and spaciousness to the original recordings while preserving the warmth and authenticity that made the Loving You sessions so memorable.

Featuring timeless classics including 'Teddy Bear', 'Loving You', 'Mean Woman Blues', 'Got A Lot O' Livin' To Do' and 'Party', this release celebrates one of Elvis' finest soundtrack recordings in an exciting new way.

Pressed on stunning blue vinyl in a limited edition, this RDM Edition is an essential collectible for Elvis fans and vinyl enthusiasts alike.

Tracks (in both Mono and Stereo): Mean Woman Blues / Teddy Bear / Loving You / Got A Lot O' Livin' To Do / Lonesome Cowboy / Hot Dog / Party.

Note: The release had originally been set for a September 2026 release, the record company shipped the album to it's dealers, who made them available. 

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

(Source: RDM Edition / Anthony Stuchbury)

July 20 - Clear Debut Vinyl

Due for release from an unknown record label on September 4, 2026 is a clear vinyl edition of Elvis' debut album. 

Description: It would be hard to find a more iconic album. It is Elvis Presley’s debut and stands as one of the very first albums in the history of rock (prior to this, the genre was consumed via singles). The cover art captures everything about Elvis- his good looks and raw energy - and would go on to be frequently imitated. 

For the future King of Rock and Roll, it marks the turning point between his rockabilly beginnings at Sun Records and a new life as a living legend. The tracklist documents this moment, featuring songs recorded over the course of a year, starting at SUN Records.

Elvis On Record

Elvis vinyl expert Paul Alner shared the cover art for the previously announced volume 3 in his 'Elvis on Record' discography series, asking his followers for reactions. He also shared several previews from records covered  in the book.

On the work-in-progress he author stated on his Facebook page: "My objective is to cover all U.K. vinyl from 1982 to the end of 2027. It is a mighty task with over 570 records to include. This was compounded by my desire to include the German pressed records from the 1980's that weren't pressed specifically for the UK but found themselves in our stores due to the European Customs union." 

This was preceded by a post stating: "With the recent releases of 'EPiC' on vinyl and the FTD double album of 'Clambake' it brings the total number of Elvis records released in the U.K. since January 1982 to a whopping 589! Work on volume 3 is in progress and so far 216 releases have been covered. With 400 pages already used it is inevitable that there will be a volume 3 and a volume 4."

(Source: FNAC / Paul Alner / Elvis In Print)

July 18 - Charts July 2026 - Week 3 - Updated

Running up to Elvis Week, Elvis is disappearing from the charts, fortunately the 'EPiC' movie keeps Elvis in the spotlights in Ireland.

U.K. charts

The only album remaining on the music charts this week is the 'EPiC' soundtrack, which dropped from No. 6 to No. 15 on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart this week. 

The DVD edition of 'EPiC' lost three places on the DVD chart and dropped from No. 6 to No. 9, while the Blu-ray edition lost nine places, falling from No. 16 to No. 25 on the Blu-ray chart. The movie fell from No. 7 to No. 11 on the Music Video chart. The movie remained steady at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Music Video chart for the fifth week in a row.

The 'Elvis Presley in Concert' movie won back eight places on the U.K. Film chart and climbed to No. 12 this week. The movie re-entered the Movie Download Top 40 chart at No. 31 this week.

Irish charts

The 'EPiC' DVD / Blu-ray remained steady No. 1 on the Irish IRMA Music DVD chart and has led the chart since it's debut five weeks ago.  On the Irish Video chart 'EPiC' lost four spots and fell to No. 13. 

U.S. Billboard charts

 

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation won back one spot on Billboard's Country Album chart, and climbed to No. 44 this week.   

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

July 16 - Box-set Going Awol? (Updated)

It appears that some of the 'Soldier Boy 53 310 761' box-sets may have gone awol from their warehouse in Denmark or Norway. 

Several numbered copies appeared on eBay by U.K. sellers, but officially the dealers have not yet received word on from the Follow That Dream record label that their orders had been shipped. These eBay listings were later retracted. 

The official release date for this set is August 2026, together with the 'Summer Night' 4-CD-set and the 'Promised Land' double LP. 

'Summer Night' will be released as a 4-CD 5-inch digipack and features Evening Concert performances from Des Moines June 20 1974, Philadelphia June 23, Columbus June 25 and Milwaukee June 28, 1974. The concerts feature all of the songs that were recorded - in Mono - by the engineer during the June 1974 tour. 

The 'Promised Land - Companion Album' is a re-issue of the original 2011 FTD release. It contains the best of 'Alternate Takes' and not the final Masters, as a special numbered Translucent Claret Limited 2-LP Edition.

• 'Soldier Boy 53 310 761' can be pre-ordered from the >>> Elvis Matters webshop.
• 'Promised Land' can be pre-ordered from the >>> Elvis Matters webshop.
• 'Summer Nights' can be pre-ordered from the >>> Elvis Matters webshop.

Update July 20, 2026: 

Here are some previews as posted on >>> The King's Realm forum.

Never Meet Your Heroes

Mick Jagger still regrets not meeting his hero Elvis. In the 'Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend' podcast Mick Jagger tells the story of how John Lennon told him not to meet Elvis after The Beatles August 1965 meet-up at Elvis' home in Bel Air. Conan O'Brien suggests that The Beatles were all "high" at the time so none of their memories of the event match.

(Facebook / eBay / Elvis Information Network / Conan O'Brian / The King's Realm)

July 15 - Lovin' Seven and Ten Inch Vinyl (Updated)

Music producer Anthony Stuchbury announced that the French RDM-Edition record label will soon announce the release of a new 10-inch vinyl Mono II Stereo edition of the 'Loving You' soundtrack songs. 

Publicity stated: One of Elvis Presley's most beloved soundtrack albums returns in this beautiful Limited Edition 10-inch blue vinyl release. 'Loving You' (Mono II Stereo) presents the complete soundtrack in two unique listening experiences: Side A features the original mono mix, while Side B offers a brand-new Mono II Stereo mix.

Produced by Anthony Stuchbury, this special edition brings fresh depth and spaciousness to the original recordings while preserving the warmth and authenticity that made the Loving You sessions so memorable.

Featuring timeless classics including Teddy Bear, Loving You, Mean Woman Blues, Got A Lot O' Livin' To Do and Party, this release celebrates one of Elvis' finest soundtrack recordings in an exciting new way.

Pressed on stunning blue vinyl in a limited edition, this RDM Edition is an essential collectible for Elvis fans and vinyl enthusiasts alike.

Tracks (in both Mono and Stereo): Mean Woman Blues / Teddy Bear / Loving You / Got A Lot O' Livin' To Do / Lonesome Cowboy / Hot Dog / Party.

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

7-Inch Vinyl

The IDS record label announced the September 18 release of the 7-inch vinyl picture disc 'King of Rock'. 

Publicity stated: A must-have piece of rock 'n' roll history! This strictly limited 7-inch Picture Vinyl single features two rare, historic tracks from Elvis Presley’s very first years, originally captured during his legendary early radio broadcasts. Showcasing the raw, untamed energy that launched the King of Rock and Roll into stardom, this stunning collector's item combines timeless audio treasures with a beautiful visual design. 

Tracks side A: Fever (Live On Air)  

Side B: I Can't Stop Loving You (Live On Air) 

(Source: Plastic Head)

July 14 - From Vinyl to CD

An unknown record label released the promotional LP 'The Elvis Presley Interview Record' on CD. This LP was originally released to promote the 1984  'A Golden Celebration' 6-LP-set and features Elvis talking about his hobbies, religion, philosophy, his music, self-esteem, his mother, his private life and th people around him. 

(Various)