April 24 - EPiC Debut Vinyl

The Waxtime record label released the green colored 10-inch vinyl edition of Elvis' debut album. 

Publicity stated: Released in 1956, Elvis Presley's debut album shook the world of popular music to its core. Blending Blues, Country and Gospel, his electrifying voice turned tracks like 'Blue Suede Shoes' and 'Heartbreak Hotel' into the launching pad of Rock and Roll, crowning its first global icon. 

All brought together in this limited edition 10-inch edition featuring the complete original album on 180 gram virgin vinyl.

Side A: Blue Suede Shoes - I Got A Sweetie (I Got A Woman) - I’m Counting On You - I’m Left, You’re Right, She’s Gone - That’s All Right - Money Honey.

Side B: Mystery Train - I’m Gonna Sit Right Down And Cry (Over You) - Tryin’ To Get To You - One Sided Love Affair - Lawdy, Miss Clawdy - Shake, Rattle And Roll.

EPiC Vinyl

The 'EPiC' soundtrack was released as 2-LP vinyl release as a standard 2-LP set on black vinyl, an Amazon Exclusive on translucent orange colored vinyl and on translucent yellow vinyl and as a Graceland Exclusive red marbled colored double vinyl album. The latter sold out is less than two weeks, the other versions are available from your standard dealers, webshop or fan club. 

Amazon Exclusive Edition available from >>> Amazon and >>> Amazon Germany.

The Graceland Exclusive red marbled colored double vinyl album is already sold out. 

Side A: Can't Help Falling In Love (EPiC Intro) - Also Sprach Zarathustra / An American Trilogy (EPiC Version) - Thats All Right (EPiC Version) - Tiger Man (EPiC Version) - Wearin That Night Life Look - Hound Dog (EPiC Version) - Polk Salad Annie (EPiC Version)

Side B: You've Lost That Loving Feeling (EPiC Version) - Little Sister / Get Back (EPiC Version) - Burning Love (EPiC Version) - Never Been To Spain (EPiC Version) - Love Me (Jamieson Shaw Remix)

Side C: I Cant Stop Loving You (EPiC Version) - Are You Lonesome Tonight (EPiC Version) - Always On My Mind (EPiC Version) - How Great Thou Art (EPiC Version) - Oh Happy Day (EPiC Version) - Big Hunk O Love (EPiC Version) - Bridge Over Troubled Water (EPiC Version)

Side D: In The Ghetto (Jamieson Shaw Remix) - Walk A Mile In My Shoes (EPiC Version) - Suspicious Minds (EPiC Version) - Bring The Curtain Down (EPiC Outro) - Cant Help Falling In Love (EPiC Version) - American David (EPiC Version) - A Change Of Reality (Do You Miss Me?)

(Source: Various)

April 23 - Elvis Evolution Has Been Experienced

The Elvis Evolution Show in London is closing, despite a recent "comeback" campaign and improvements made to the show.

Creditors have received word that the company behind the "immersive experience" has decided to cease trading. In a message to creditors the company behind the show stated: "At the end of last week our lead investor, who we have been in dialogue with for many months unexpectedly withdrew, having been unable to secure the resources needed to complete the round. Following this, we explored every available option to find a way through, but had to make the decision today to cease trading. ... Please note this applies only to Rex Immersive Ltd. If you have any query with Ellipsis Entertainment Ltd you will receive a separate communication. ... Thank you, and I'm sorry I don't have better news. I hope that following this process will enable you to reclaim some of the amount owed."

People who booked tickets got a message that stated:

Dear Guest,

We're writing to inform you that we have made the difficult decision to close the experience.  Your upcoming performance will no longer go ahead and we're truly sorry for the disappointment this will cause.

Due to the company no longer trading we advise that you contact your point of purchase or card provider for further information regarding refunds.

Thank you for your understanding.

Elvis Evolution Team

(Source: Various)

April 22 - The Elvis Archives Magazine

McClatchy Media Specials published the magazine titled 'The Elvis Archives Magazine : Elvis Live 2026'. 

Description: The magazine focuses on Elvis' music, Memphis, Aloha, and Vegas, among other topics. This magazine is a must-have for fans of Elvis and provides a comprehensive look at his life and music. With a publication year of 2026, readers can expect the latest insights and updates on the King of Rock 'n' Roll.

(Source: Pascal Matteo)

April 20 - Norwegian Releases

The Norwegian Elvis Files team updated the release calendar for their previously announced releases. 

Earlier this month we received the great news that Erik Lorentzen, the man behind The Elvis Files, had been declared cancer-free after a protracted battle with the disease. Erik's health issue meant several books were delayed. 

Now that he is back on deck, he has announced the following books for publication, including two new titles for 2027:

• May 2026: the 'Elvis Portraits - Vol. III the 60s' book.
• May 2026: the 'Elvis Portraits - Vol. IV the 60s' book.

Due later in 2026:

• the 'Clambake '67' book/vinyl combo with two vinyl albums, stereo music, housed in separate gatefold sleeves with a 300+ page book containing hundreds of unseen pictures, according to the press release.
• the 'Elvis Gold Rush - Golden Records Vol. 1 to 4' consisting of four vinyl albums, housed in separate gatefold sleeves with an additional 150+ page book titled 'Elvis: Prodigy of RCA Records' featuring many unseen photos.

New to the release schedule are the two 400-page books 'Elvis Presley: The Army Years Vol. 1 and 2', which are due in 2027.

(Source: Elvis Files / Elvis Information Network)

April 19 - Congratulations

Estelle Brown, the last living member of Elvis' female backing group the Sweet Inspirations, turned 83 today, congratulations! 

In 1967, The Sweets contributed as a backing choir to Van Morrison's hit 'Brown Eyed Girl'. Later that same year, the group produced their first own recordings with Atlantic Records. In 1968, two further LPs followed, as well as their collaboration on Jimi Hendrix's 'Electric Ladyland' and Dusty Springfield's 'Dusty in Memphis'. During the subsequent period, they were the backing vocalists for Elvis Presley and appeared in the documentary film 'Elvis – That's the Way It Is' among others. 

(Source: UEPS)

April 18 - Record Store Day 2026

It is Record Store Day 2026, and two new Elvis Presley LP-sets have been released; a liquid vinyl edition of the 'Blue Hawaii' soundtrack and a triple LP-set focusing on 1961 titled '1961: King of the Whole Wild World'

Publicity stated: For the first time, 'Blue Hawaii' is released as a spectacular Liquid-Filled Vinyl, split half/half: on one side, a deep blue liquid evoking the waters of Hawaii; on the other, fine sand recalling its legendary beaches. 

This unique edition enhances the world of Elvis Presley and, as always, is complemented by an exclusive text and studio session material, offering fans a truly immersive journey into the album and its creation. The album was also released as a "vinyl-replica" CD.

Side A: Blue Hawaii - Almost Always True - Aloha Oe - No More - Can’t Help Falling In Love - Rock-A-Hula Baby - Moonlight Swim / Bonus Songs: Can’t Help Falling In Love (Movie Version, Take 23) - Rock-A-Hula Baby (Take 3).

Side B: Ku-U-I-Po - Ito Eats - Slicin’ Sand - Hawaiian Sunset - Beach Boy Blues - Island Of Love - Hawaiian Wedding Song / Bonus Songs: Beach Boy Blues (Movie Version, Take 3) - Steppin’ Out Of Line (Movie Version).

Also released was the triple LP set '1961: King of the Whole Wild World'. 

Publicity stated: Direct follow-up to 'Elvis 1960: Everybody’s Got the Fever', '1961: King of the Whole Wild World' explores a pivotal year in which Elvis Presley sharpens his craft and fully asserts his creative power. Essential tracks such as 'Can’t Help Falling in Love', 'His Latest Flame' and 'Rock-A-Hula Baby' are all here. 

This triple LP, made up exclusively of 1961 recordings, gives pride of place to the studio sessions, capturing Elvis free, intense, spontaneous, and more than ever the master of his musical world.

This set comes on blue and yellow splatter, marble and cloudy effects colored vinyl as well as on three CDs.  

LP 1 - Side A: I’m Comin’ Home (Take 3) - Gently (Take 3) - In Your Arms (Take 1) - Give Me The Right (Take 2) - I Feel So Bad (Take 1) - It’s A Sin (Take 2) - I Want You With Me (Take 1) - There’s Always Me (Take 4) - Starting Today (Take 2) - Sentimental Me (Take 1)

Side B: Judy (Take 4) - Put The Blame On Me (Take 5, Master) - Hawaiian Sunset (Take 2) - Aloha Oe (Section 2, Take 6) - Ku-U-I-Po (Take 7) - No More (Take 7) - Slicin’ Sand (Take 4) - Blue Hawaii (Take 3) - Ito Eats (Take 2) - Hawaiian Wedding Song (Take 1) - Island Of Love (Take 8) - Steppin’ Out Of Line (Movie Version, Take 8)

LP 2 - Side C: Always True (Take 3) - Moonlight Swim (Take 4) - Can’t Help Falling In Love (Movie Version, Take 26) - Beach Boy Blues (Movie Version, Take 3) - Rock-A-Hula Baby (Take 3) - Kiss Me Quick (Take 4) - That’s Someone You Never Forget (Take 5) - I’m Yours (Take 5) - His Latest Flame (Take 12) - Little Sister (Take 9) - Angel (Take 2)

Side D: Follow That Dream (Take 3) - What A Wonderful Life (Take 1) - I’m Not The Marrying Kind (Take 6) - A Whistling Tune (Take 3) - Sound Advice (Take 1) - On Top Of Old Smokey (Movie) - For The Millionth And The Last Time (Take 7) - Good Luck Charm (Take 1) - Anything That’s Part Of You (Take 9) - I Met Her Today (Take 16) - Night Rider (Take 2) - King Of The Whole Wide World (Version 2, Take 3)

LP 3 - Side E: Riding The Rainbow (Take 7) - A Whistling Tune (Take 2) - Home Is Where The Heart Is (Take 14) - I Got Lucky (Version 1, Take 6) - This Is Living (Take 2)

March 25 1961 - Bloch Arena, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii: Heartbreak Hotel - All Shook Up - A Fool Such As I - I Got A Woman - Love Me - Introductions - Such A Night

Side F: March 25 1961 - Bloch Arena, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii: Reconsider Baby - I Need Your Love Tonight - That’s All Right - Don’t Be Cruel - One Night - Are You Lonesome Tonight? - It’s Now Or Never - Swing Down, Sweet Chariot - Hound Dog

The liquid vinyl edition of 'Blue Hawaii' is available from >>> Bennies Fifties.

The '1961 - King of the Whole Wide World' LP is available from >>> Bennies Fifties.

Happy Birthday

Elvis' former TCB Band piano player Glenn D. Hardin celebrates his 87th birthday. Congratulations!

(Source: RSD)

April 18 - Charts April 2026 - Week 3

Great news from the United Kingdom, Elvis is back at the No. 1 spot! Forbes wrote: "Earlier this year, Elvis Presley proved to be a draw at the box office, just as he once was decades ago. Baz Luhrmann, who has spent years honoring the rock legend and working with the Presley estate, released a concert film/documentary hybrid titled Epic – an acronym that stands for Elvis Presley in Concert.

The film, which earned more than US$23 million globally, came with an accompanying soundtrack album, and that set, somewhat unsurprisingly, became a top performer. That’s not unusual for the King of Rock and Roll, even decades after his death, but it’s nonetheless noteworthy."

Elvis Presley’s '30 No. 1 Hits compilation continued its streak on the main U.K. Album chart, but the album couldn't hang on to last week's win and lost 12 places, falling to No. 69. The album also lost 14 spot on the Chart Update chart, landing at No. 74. It lost another seven spots on the Streaming Album chart, dropping from No. 57 to No. 64. 

Better news from the Album Sales Top 100, the 'EPiC' soundtrack returned into the Top 100 at No. 95. Thanks to the physical copies sold this week, the soundtrack also returned to the Physical Sales chart at No. 91.

But the best news comes from the Soundtrack Album chart where the 'EPiC' soundtrack retuned to the No. 1 spot again! Forbes wrote: "One legacy act replaces another atop the Official Soundtrack Albums chart this week. As Presley regains control over the specific list, he ousts Prince and The Revolution, who last time around dominated with Purple Rain."

'The King of Rock and Roll' DVD made a re-entry at No. 35 on the Music video Top 50 chart while 'Elvis The Searcher,' dropped from No. 39 to No. 40 and 'The Complete Story' video dropped from No. 34 to No. 45 on that chart. 

On the Movie Download chart 'EPiC' debuted at lucky No. 13. On the Film chart the movie debuted at No. 14. 

U.S. Billboard charts

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation won one spot on Billboard's Country Album chart, climbing to No. 35.  

Belgian charts

The 'EPiC' soundtrack exited the Belgian UltraTop Top 200 Album chart in the Flanders part of the country from last week's listing at No. 183. 

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

April 16 - Elvis' American Spirit

Opening Memorial Day Weekend, Graceland will debut a new limited-time display, The American Spirit of Elvis Presley, offering visitors a deeper look at Elvis’ connection to his country.

Located at Elvis’ Racquetball Court and included with the Graceland Mansion tour, the display brings together a curated selection of artifacts that reflect defining moments from Elvis’ life and career.

Guests will see the giant American flag used during Elvis’ 1974 concerts at the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis, displayed alongside the iconic “Memphis Jumpsuit” worn during those performances. Also featured are items from Elvis’ impromptu meeting with President Richard Nixon in December 1970, along with pieces connected to his 1961 Pearl Harbor benefit concert, including his gold lamé jacket and the commemorative plaque honoring the USS Arizona.

Together, these artifacts highlight moments where Elvis’ impact extended beyond the stage, reflecting his connection to his country through music, service, and cultural influence. Learn More and Plan Your Visit

Visiting Memorial Day Weekend? Go Deeper with Private Presley Tours

For a limited time, guests visiting May 22–25 can experience Private Presley Tours, offering a more personal, in-depth journey through Graceland Mansion.

With live guides throughout the home, these tours share deeper stories from Elvis’ time in the U.S. Army and how Graceland played a role in that chapter of his life, adding new perspective to your visit.

(Graceland)

And the winner is ...

The lucky winner of the joint Elvis Day By Day and Elvis Information Network 'Elvis in Concert' quiz is .... Jeffrey Whitney, congratulations! One of the only 10 copies of the 'Elvis in Concert' double LP album on blue colored vinyl will soon be on its way to you! The prize was kindly provided by the Gravel Road record label. 

The answer to the question "which previous Gravel Road Music release has the same title as a popular TV series?" we were looking for was "Love American Style".

Thank you to everyone who entered the quiz. 

If you didn't win, be assured, your favorite Elvis dealer can probably provide you with a copy on clear colored vinyl. As we noted in our recent GRM interview, this Deluxe release is "Elvis' real Rapid City performance without the added fan comments or overdubs, in the correct sequence and in the best sound possible - and with a stunning design".

If you can't wait, you can order the clear vinyl edition from the >>> Bennies Fifties web-shop. For more details on this great looking and sounding album, read the >>> interview with the producer of the set.

April 15 - Chris Giles Died

Elvis dealer and collector Chris Giles has passed away.

Best known for his London Elvis Shop, Chris played a far greater role in the Elvis world than many realised. Behind the scenes, he was a valuable resource for Elvis' official record labels — supplying RCA, Sony, and the Follow That Dream collectors label with the material they needed to produce unique releases. His expertise also extended to labels such as the French VPI, for whom he provided scans for their ongoing series of reproduction singles, and to publishers like Erik Lorentzen's KJ Consulting, who used his archive for their books and magazines.

(Source: Adam Greenaway / Elvis Presley Collectors Group on Facebook)