November 07 - Album By Album Test Pressings

The VV import record label released a 'Test Pressing Edition' of their 'New York City First Night' vinyl set.

The publicity stated: 'New York City First Night' is an ambitious project that highlights Elvis’s legendary performance at Madison Square Garden. This new VV Records set features the complete concert of the first night, the June 9, 1972, 8:30 PM show.

Each vinyl album is different, showcasing variations in color derived from the three original shades. We received 10 test pressings from the factory and decided to create something truly unique. Each set comes with a poster sleeve that measures 180 x 62 cm centimeter. This impressive poster has been folded to accommodate the two vinyl records and a glossy, heavy paper art card included in the set. 

Additionally, each package includes a 300-gram OBI strip featuring information and details about the transition colors of the included vinyl records. The albums comes in a protected plastic sleeve and sealed with an exclusive hand-numbered sticker.”

LP 1 - Side A: 2001 Theme - That’s All Right - Proud Mary - Never Been To Spain - Until It’s Time For You To Go - You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me.

Side B: You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling - Polk Salad Annie - Love Me - All Shook Up - Heartbreak Hotel - Teddy Bear / Don’t Be Cruel.

LP 2 - Side C: Love Me Tender - Blue Suede Shoes - Hound Dog - Bridge Over Troubled Water - Suspicious Minds.

Side D: For The Good Times - An American Trilogy - Funny How Time Slips Away - Can’t Help Falling In Love - Closing Vamp.

ELVIS Magazine #93 

It took a little longer than planned, but volume 93 of the Belgian / Dutch 'Elvis' magazine has been published by the ElvisMatters fanclub. 

This edition’s cover of the Dutch magazine features Elvis in a stunning shot from his concert years with a detailed article on the suit featured in this edition. 

Other articles are devoted to Dolly Parton and Elvis, exploring the common ground between two true icons of American music history, and of course the remarkable story behind 'I Will Always Love You', Elvis and Fran Sinatra, introducing lesser known members of the TCB Band: Larry Muhoberac, David Briggs and Shane Keister. 

The magazine also features an extensive interview with author Sally A. Hoedel, in which she talks about Elvis’ generosity and her latest book, 'Destined to Give' and an article on tracing Elvis' footsteps in Nashville.

And the writers take you to 706 Union Avenue in Memphis. At the famous address where Elvis recorded his first records, there is far more to discover than just the story of Sun Studio.

Gold members of the club received an additional CD, with tracks related to the articles in the magazine. I know what I will be reading and listening to this weekend!

Tracks: Baby Let's Play House / Rocket 88 (Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats) / Stuck On You (Timex Special - March 26, 1960) / Stuck On You (take 1) / Indescribably Blue (home recording 1966) / I'll Remember You (take 1) / Love Me, Love The Life I Lead (take 5, 6) / In My Way (take 2) / Who Are You (Who Am I?) / 

Inherit The Wind (August 26, 1969 DS) / She Thinks I Still Care (take 2) / Coat Of Many Colors (Dolly Parton, live) / I Will Always Love You (Dolly Parton) / Miracle Of The Rosary (take 1) / Put Your Hand In The Hand (rehearsal and take 1).

This issue arrived later than originally planned. Of course, that doesn’t change the number of magazines fans will receive in 2026. For more information or the magazine or becoming a member, please visit the >>> ElvisMatters website. 

Helluva Ride

Red West's 384-page memoir 'Helluva Ride - Red West: His Remarkable Life Before, During and After Elvis and The Memphis Mafia' by Red and Pat West with Jon W. Sparks) has been published as a paperback and hardback editions. 

Description: Nobody had a friendship with Elvis Presley like Red West. The relationship between Red and Elvis was born in respect, cultivated through experience, and rocked and rolled through all the ups and downs that true friends go through over the decades. They worked together and played together; they fought together and fought each other; they laughed about the wild, unbelievable world they lived in.

Elvis changed Red's life. Red tried to save Elvis's life. It started in high school when Red took care of some bullies who targeted the kid who brought his guitar to school. So, when barely known Elvis started touring the South, he invited Red to come along. Red was a pal, a roadie, and quite naturally a keeper of the peace, even if the peace got a little rough around the edges.

From rowdy taverns in the early days to a stint in Germany to the wild times in Hollywood to the top hotels in Las Vegas, Red was there. And the last thing he ever did for Elvis - even though it got him fired - was the act of a friend protecting a friend.

Red received acclaim for his work as an actor in film and television. He also wrote dozens of tunes, many recorded by Elvis, Ricky Nelson, Pat Boone, Johnny Rivers, and Dusty Springfield, among others.

The book is available from >>> Amazon.

Elvis - The Legend

Here is the cover-art for the upcoming book 'Elvis - The Legend: The Authorized Book from the Official Graceland Archive' by Gillian Gaar. 

Description: Elvis passed away in 1977 but his spirit lives on. Drawing from the Elvis Presley Estate's thousands of photographs from all eras of Elvis' career, this book features rare memorabilia and insights into The King's life. Housed in an elegant hardback slipcase this beautiful book comes complete with four removable, framable artwork prints taken from the Graceland Archive.

Telling the personal story of Elvis and his relationships with those near and dear to him, Elvis - The Legend contains more than 150 colour and black and white photographs from the official Graceland Archives, accompanied by insightful text by an Elvis expert.

To take you closer than ever before to the King, 30 items of rare memorabilia are carefully reproduced on the page, including personal letters, receipts, telegrams, publicity material and other fascinating items which provide new insight and unprecedented access into the life of a legend.

The book is due for release in August 2027, but you can already pre-order it from >>> Amazon.

(Source: Pascal Matteo / Elvis Presley Collectors Group on Facebook / Amazon)

November 07 - Charts November 2026 - Week 1

The soundtrack album for the 'Elvis Presley in Concert' soundtrack keeps slipping down the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart, while the 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation grabbed the last straws on Billboards Country Album chart. 

The 'EPiC' album slipped from No. 30 to No. 36 on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart.  

To be updated over the weekend: The DVD edition of 'EPiC' lost 20 places on the DVD chart and dropped to No. 56. On the Video chart, the movie fell from No. 74 to No. 98.

The Blu-ray / DVD retook the No. 1 Spot on the Official U.K. Music Video chart after dropping to No. 2 last week.

U.S. Billboard charts

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation rose from No. 49 to No. 45 on the Billboard Country Album chart.

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

November 06 - Christmas Greats Again

The Not Now Music label re-released their 12-track 'Christmas Greats' compilation once more on 180-gram  red colored vinyl. 

Description: In the September of 1957, between the filming of 'Jailhouse Rock' and 'King Creole', Elvis entered the studio to record a Christmas inspired LP that would become a template for all future recordings. 

The album features heartfelt versions of 'Silent Night' and 'O Little Town Of Bethlehem' to bluesy readings of 'Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me' and 'Blue Christmas'. Complete with the Rock and Roll inspired 'Santa Claus Is Back In Town'.

Tracks side A: Santa Claus Is Back In Town / White Christmas / Here Comes Santa Claus / I'll Be Home For Christmas / Blue Christmas / Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me.

Side 2: Oh Little Town Of Bethlehem / Silent Night / Peace In The Valley / I Believe / Take My Hand, Precious Lord / It's No Secret What I Can Do.

(Source: iMusic)

November 05 - The 10th Jailhouse Rock Season

The Follow That Dream collectors label announced the December 2026 release of 'The Jailhouse Rock Sessions' and 'Elvis: The 10th Las Vegas Season' featuring the February 3, 1974 Midnight Show, the February 5, 1974 Midnight Show with two bonus tracks from the February 7th 1974 Midnight Show and the February 9th 1974 Dinner and Closing Shows.

Publicity for 'The Jailhouse Rock Sessions' stated: As part of its successful 'Sessions' series, FTD is pleased to announce the release of 'The Jailhouse Rock Sessions' in Mono. The 24-page booklet contains many great photos, memorabilia, movie trivia, rand insightful recording data. 

The audio on this set was previously released with the Deluxe 'The Making of Jailhouse Rock' book. The label announced this CD-set when the Deluxe Edition was released, for fans who only wanted to buy the music. 

The Jailhouse Rock Sessions: 

CD 1: April 30, 1957, Radio Recorders Hollywood:

Jailhouse Rock (2001 Take 1 - 4) - Jailhouse Rock (2001 Take 5) - Jailhouse Rock (2001 Take 6) - Jailhouse Rock (2001 Take 7 - 8) - Jailhouse Rock (2002 Ending Take 1 - 2)

Treat Me Nice (Movie Version 1):

Treat Me Nice (2003 Take 1 - 3) - Treat Me Nice (2003 Take 4 - 5) - Treat Me Nice (2003 Take 6 - 7) - Treat Me Nice (2003 Take 8 - 9) - Treat Me Nice (2003 Take 10 - 13) - Treat Me Nice (2003 Take 14 - 15) - Treat Me Nice (2003 Take 16 - 19)

Young And Beautiful (Record Version):

Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 1 - 3) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 4 - 5) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 6) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 7 - 8) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 9 - 11) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 12) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 13 - 18) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 19) - Young And Beautiful (2004 Take 20 - 22)

Young And Beautiful (Solo Jail Version):

Young And Beautiful (2005 Take 1) - Young And Beautiful (2005 Take 2) - Young And Beautiful (2005 Take 3)

CD 2: April 30, 1957, Radio Recorders, Hollywood: 

Young And Beautiful (2006 Take 1) - Young And Beautiful (2006 Take 2) - Young And Beautiful (2006 Take 3 - 4) - Young And Beautiful (2006 Take 5 - 6) - Young And Beautiful (2006 Take 7)

May 3, 1957, Radio Recorders Hollywood: 

Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 1 - 2) - Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 3 - 5) - Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 6) - Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 7) - Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 8) - Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 9 - 10) - Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 11) - Treat Me Nice (2008 Take 12 - 13)

I Want To Be Free (Prison TV Version):

I Want To Be Free (2009 Take 1 - 4) - I Want To Be Free (2009 Take 5 - 6) - I Want To Be Free (2009 Take 7 - 9) - I Want To Be Free (2009 Take 10) - I Want To Be Free (2009 Take 11) - I Want To Be Free (2009 Take 12) - I Want To Be Free (2009 Take 13)

I  Want To Be Free (Record Version):

I Want To Be Free (2010 Take 1 - 8) - I Want To Be Free (2010 Take 9) - I Want To Be Free (First Ending - 2011 Take 1 - 2) - I Want To Be Free (Second Ending - 2012 Take 1 - 5) - I Want To Be Free (2010 Take 10 - 11)

CD 3: May 3, 1957, Radio Recorders, Hollywood: - You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (Instrumental Track):

(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2013 Take 1 - 2) - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2013 Take 3) - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2013 Take 4 - 7) - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2013 Take 8 - 9) - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2013 Take 10 - 14) - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2013 Take 15 - 16)

(You So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (First Vocal Overdub):

(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2015 Take 1) - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2015 Take 2 - 4)

Don’t Leave Me Now (First Version):

Don’t Leave Me Now (2016 Take 1) - Don’t Leave Me Now (2016 Take 2)

Don’t Leave Me Now (Second Version):

Don’t Leave Me Now (2017 Take 1 - 6) - Don’t Leave Me Now (2017 Take 7 - 8) - Don’t Leave Me Now (2017 Take 9 - 10) - Don’t Leave Me Now (2017 Take 11 - 13) - Don’t Leave Me Now (2017 Take 14 - 18) - Don’t Leave Me Now (2017 Take 19 - 21)

May 8, 1957 - MGM Sound Stage - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (Second Vocal Overdub):

(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care (2021 Take 6)

May 09, 1957 - MGM Sound Stage - Don’t Leave Me Now (Second Movie Version):

Don’t Leave Me Now (2022 Take 12)

Don’t Leave Me Now (First Movie Version):

Don’t Leave Me Now (2023 Take 2)

Record Masters:

Jailhouse Rock - Young And Beautiful - I Want To Be Free - Don’t Leave Me Now (2:01) - (You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care

The 'Jailhouse Rock Sessions' set is available from the >>> ElvisMatters webshop.

Publicity for the 10th Las Vegas Season stated: As part of its ongoing live on tour series, FTD is pleased to announce the release of 'Elvis: The 10th Las Vegas Season'. 

Released as a 4-CD 5-Inch digipack, this set acts as a companion to the recent FTD 'Let Me Be There' set with later shows, including both shows from Closing Night!

CD 1 February 3, 1974 – Midnight Show: Also Sprach Zarathustra - See See Rider - I Got A Woman / Amen - Love Me - Trying To Get To - Sweet Caroline - Love Me - Johnny B. Goode - Hound Dog - Fever - Polk Salad Annie - Killing Me Softly With Her Song - Spanish Eyes - Why Me Lord - Suspicious Minds - Introductions - I Can’t Stop Loving You -Help Me - American Trilogy - Let Me Be There - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Can’t Help Falling In Love - Closing Vamp.

CD 2 February 5, 1974 – Midnight Show: Also Sprach Zarathustra - See See Rider - I Got A Woman / Amen - Love Me - Trying To Get To You - Sweet Caroline - Love Me Tender - Johnny B. Goode - Hound Dog - Fever - Polk Salad Annie - Killing Me Softly With Her Song - Spanish Eyes - Why Me Lord - Suspicious Minds - Introductions - Release Me - Help Me - American Trilogy - Let Me Be There - Can’t Help Falling In Love

Bonus songs - February 7 – Midnight Show

22 Blueberry Hill/I Can’t Stop Loving You

23 Help Me

CD 3 February 9 – Dinner Show: Also Sprach Zarathustra - See See Rider - When My Blue Moon Turns To Gold Again / I Got A Woman / Amen - Love Me - Trying To Get To You - Sweet Caroline - Love Me Tender - Fever - Johnny B. Goode - Hound Dog - Polk Salad Annie - Killing Me Softly With Her Song - Spanish Eyes - Why Me Lord - Suspicious Minds - Introductions - I Can’t Stop Loving You  - Help Me - American Trilogy - Let Me Be There - Can’t Help Falling In Love

CD 4 February 9, Midnight Show: Also Sprach Zarathustra - See See Rider - I Got A Woman / Amen - Love Me - Trying To Get To You - Sweet Caroline - Love Me Tender - Johnny B. Goode - Hound Dog - Fever - Polk Salad Annie - Introduction "The Voice" - Killing Me Softly With Her Song - Spanish Eyes - Why Me Lord - Suspicious Minds - Introductions - Blueberry Hill - I Can’t Stop Loving You - Help - American Trilogy - Let Me Be There - Can’t Help Falling In - Closing Vamp

Note: All four concerts were previously only available as Audience Recordings on bootleg titles.

The 10th Las Vegas Season set is available from the >>> ElvisMatters webshop. 

Picture Disc Vinyl

The Memphis Recording Service record label announced the release of Elvis' debut album and the labels rendition of Elvis' 1971 Boston performance as picture discs, and as liquid picture-disc editions. The latter release marks the 4th release of the concert bij this label.

Publicity for the liquid vinyl stated: A spectacular new collector’s edition from Memphis Recording Service, celebrating 70 years since the release of Elvis Presley’s legendary debut album in 1956.

This remarkable 70th Anniversary Edition 1956 - 2026, release features a stunning pink and green liquid-filled picture disc, combining the iconic artwork of Elvis’ first RCA Victor LP, LPM-1254, with an extraordinary modern vinyl presentation. The LP features the classic black-and-white image of a young Elvis performing with his guitar, the record is presented in a striking pink and green design that pays tribute to the original album artwork. This release is strictly limited to 275 copies worldwide. 

Publicity for the picture disc stated: Celebrate the 70th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s historic 1956 debut album with this special clear vinyl picture disc edition.

Featuring the instantly recognisable RCA Victor LPM-1254 album artwork, this striking release pays tribute to the record that helped establish Elvis Presley as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

The clear vinyl design showcases the classic black-and-white photograph of Elvis with his guitar, complemented by the original pink and green lettering.

Side A: Blue Suede Shoes / I’m Counting on You / I Got a Woman / One-Sided Love Affair / I Love You Because / Just Because

Side B: Tutti Frutti / Tryin’ to Get to You / I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Cry (Over You) / I’ll Never Let You Go (Little Darlin’) / Blue Moon / Money Honey

Publicity for the Boston liquid vinyl edition stated: This extraordinary new liquid vinyl picture disc celebrates Elvis Presley’s electrifying performance at Boston Garden on November 10, 1971. This stunning collector’s edition features a dramatic black and red liquid-filled vinyl design, showcasing Elvis in his iconic stage outfit with his cape spread wide.

The artwork captures the excitement and spectacle of Elvis’ live performances during the early 1970s. Recorded at Boston Garden, Massachusetts, on 10th November 1971, this concert represents one of the most exciting periods of Elvis’ touring career.

Away from his regular Las Vegas engagements, Elvis delivered a dynamic performance filled with rock ‘n’ roll classics, powerful ballads and his unmistakable stage presence. It is limited to 275 copies worldwide.

Publicity for the Boston LP stated: Memphis Recording Service (MRS) presents this stunning limited edition clear vinyl picture disc featuring Elvis Presley’s legendary concert at Boston Garden on November 10, 1971.

This beautifully presented release features a striking photograph of Elvis on stage, wearing his spectacular black jumpsuit and displaying his dramatic red-lined cape. The clear vinyl design creates an impressive visual tribute to one of Elvis’ most exciting live performances of the early 1970s.

Recorded during Elvis’ return to extensive touring outside Las Vegas, the Boston Garden concert captures the King in powerful form, delivering an energetic performance filled with unforgettable music and stage presence.

(Source: Elvis Presley FTD Collectors / The Elvis Shop London)

November 04 - So I Keep Singing

Anton Tiselj published his 488 page biography 'Elvis: So I Keep Singing' - A Biography'.

Description: Before he filled stadiums, Elvis Presley delivered electrical supplies around Memphis. Sometimes he sat at the piano in a church along his route and played gospel. He talked about earning enough to buy his mother a house.

ELVIS: So I Keep Singing tells the full story of his life in a single volume, from Tupelo and the first Sun records to Hollywood, the 1968 comeback, Las Vegas, and the final concerts.

Music carries the story. Around it are the mother he lost, the musicians with whom he found his sound, the women who shared his life, and his daughter, Lisa Marie. In the studio, at home, and before an audience, Elvis's humor, generosity, and exacting standards emerge alongside the decisions that damaged his health and relationships.

Anton Tiselj brings those lives and that music together in a biography that is well documented and intimate. To know Elvis better and hear his records differently.

A Spanish edition, titled 'ELVIS: Por Eso Sigo Cantando: Una Biografía' is due for release in January 2027.

The book is available from >>> Amazon.

(Source: Elvis Presley Collectors Group  on Facebook/ Amazon)

November 03 - EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment released a 4K Ultra HD double disc steel book edition of 'EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert'. In the U.K. the box comes as a Limited Edition of 2,000 copies, housed in a gloss varnish steel-book with a see through slip-cover. In France this edition was released as a "FNAC Exclusive". 

Publicity stated: For 'EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert,' director Baz Luhrmann returned to long-lost footage from the legendary Elvis Presley concert film archives during the production of 'ELVIS' (2022). 

This is supplemented with previously unreleased material from the Graceland Archives, which has been restored using modern restoration techniques. The result presents Elvis Presley with restored footage and improved audio quality.

Rather than being a traditional concert film, 'EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert' places Elvis Presley himself at the center. Restored concert performances, previously unseen footage, and many of his most famous songs create a new portrait of the artist, allowing him to tell his own story through the newly restored recordings.

The audio is an English DTS-HD Master in Audio 5.1. The set is available for pre-order from >>> Amazon.

(Source: Amazon / HMV / FNAC)

October 31 - How the Golden Web Was Woven

The Panther Records import record label announced the release of the double CD-set 'How the Web Was Woven'.

Publicity stated: Elvis Presley's legendary July 15, 1970 rehearsal on a Deluxe 3-panel 2-CD Set! With better sound and more complete than ever before! And limited as usual: only 200 copies! 

On July 15, 1970, Elvis Presley stepped onto MGM Sound Stage 1 in Culver City, California, for a high-stakes rehearsal session that would alter the course of his live performance career. Captured by filmmaker Denis Sanders for the legendary documentary 'Elvis: That’s The Way It Is', this afternoon saw the King of Rock and Roll stripped of his glittering Las Vegas stage capes, completely locked into the groove with his peerless TCB Band.

For decades, the historical value of this session was marred by notoriously poor audio quality. Because MGM’s film crews prioritized camera placement and lighting over precise microphone setups, the surviving audio tapes suffered from flat mixing and harsh peak distortion. Now, thanks to a brandnew exhaustive audio restoration the recordings on these tapes sound better than ever. 

For the first time, listeners can experience a crisp separation and booming low-end of a session that penultimates in one of the most intimate, breathtaking moments in the Presley canon: a solo piano performance of 'How the Web Was Woven', which has Elvis vocal restored as it had previously been buried and was barely audible. 

Mainly there's more depth to the recording, a better balance between Elvis' voice and the music and even more dialogues in between to be heard. For the first time a clean vocal can be heard on  'How The Web Was Woven'. 'Ghost Riders In The Sky' and 'Runaway' have to be mentioned as well - both have a clearer vocal than before. 

In the past two other labels had a couple of small parts of the session on their releases which weren't on the other one, so for the first time from start to finish it's complete (except the few songs that weren't recorded at all).

CD 1: Stagger Lee / I Got My Mojo Working / I’ve Lost You / Stranger In The Crowd (Acetate Playback) / I’ve Lost You (with reprise) / Stranger In The Crowd #1 / The Next Step Is Sex / You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me #1 / You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me #2 / You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me #3 / Sweet Caroline / Yesterday / Hey Jude / I Can’t Stop Loving You / It’s Your Baby, You Rock It / Cryin’ Time / Ghost Riders In The Sky / Runaway / It’s Now Or Never / Peter Gunn Theme / Walk A Mile In My Shoes (Instrumental).

CD 2: Love Me / One Night / Alla En Al Rancho Grande / That’s All Right (Slow Version) / Twenty Days And Twenty Nights (Acetate Playback – Elvis sings along) / That’s All Right #2 (Uptempo Version) / Instrumentals – Roll Out The Barrel / Twenty Days And Twenty Nights #2 / Twenty Days And Twenty Nights #3 / Chickin’ Pickin’ (Instrumental) / Patch It Up / Cotton Fields / Sylvia / Stranger In The Crowd (False Start) / Stranger In The Crowd #2 / Mona Lisa (Piano Instrumental) / How The Web Was Woven / I’ll Take You Home Again Kathleen (Piano Instrumental) / My Wish Came True (Piano Instrumental).

Elvis UK 33 ⅓ r.p.m. Volume 2

The authors are announced the November 14, 2026 release of 'Elvis UK 33 ⅓ r.p.m. Volume 2 The Ultimate Guide To Elvis Presley’s British LPs 1962-1968'. The book is  priced at £46. 

Publicity stated: Each of the books in this new series is in response to those who have repeatedly requested that the authors revise their original book Elvis UK (published in 1987), and its follow up, Elvis UK2, self-published in 2002. This new series focuses on the biggest section of those two books - the UK LPs - and will run to five volumes - a clear indication of how much detail and new material has gone into each book.  

For some years, the authors have been systematically revising and updating every major part of Elvis UK, and have published standalone soft-backed books devoted to 78rpm singles, EPs, non-RCA UK LP releases, and compact discs.  Cover Story, published in late 2025, focused on every aspect of album covers.  Each book has been uniformly acclaimed by collectors.  Indeed, some examples of what buyers (and independent reviewers) of the first volume have said will be available to view on the website www.elvisukbooks.co.uk to assist those who wish to know more.

So, what can you expect to find in this book?

Basically, it follows on from what went before!  However, remember: it is not a discography (i.e. a simple list of releases), as is commonly understood, and nor is it simply a collection of record labels, album covers and other illustrations.  It is much more than that.  

Instead, it is an in-depth narrative account of every album and the story behind it, providing  the definitive history of - and guide to - Elvis’s UK album releases.  This second volume in the series - covering RCA albums issued between late 1962 and mid-1968 - picks up where volume 1 ended and runs for 318 pages.  It includes: 

• Details of every individual album release from RCA’s reissue of Elvis (Rock ‘N’ Roll No. 2) in December 1962, and Elvis’s last film soundtrack album of the 1960s, Speedway, issued in August 1968, plus some uniquely UK albums  
• A discussion of each LP - dealt with separately in forensic detail - including details of all the tracks included (titles, writers’ names), a swathe of never-before-seen background information, plus memorabilia and illustrations 
• Carefully cross-referenced information relating to earlier albums (and later) re-issues, where appropriate
• A full song index, including modes, recording venues, take numbers and writers’ information
• Many high-quality illustrations, photographs, plus a fascinating range of relevant memorabilia drawn from a host of sources, including record companies, along with material drawn from contemporaneous newspapers and magazines, along with detailed discussions around a host of related topics, such as songwriters, bonus songs etc. 
• Images of both sides of all known label and sleeve variations - including a detailed explanation of the rationale behind each of them, along with key features to aid identification - a must for those who collect variations 
• Details of label combinations, production errors, and other fascinating oddities that continue to delight collectors! 

In short, this series aims to be the most comprehensive work ever undertaken on the subject.  If you are familiar with - and liked - previous Elvis UK books, then this volume should appeal to you also!  

See the >>> review for the first volume in the series. For more details, prices and how to order, visit >>> Elvis UK Books.

A Digital Golden Boy

The fourth digital edition of the German Golden Boy Elvis magazine has been made available to subscribers of the fan club magazine. 

The magazine covers Priscilla Presley's recent visit to Baesweiler, Germany, and the story behind Elvis' honorary citizenship in Bad Nauheim, the latest Follow That Dream releases, and, continuing that theme, a neat overview of worldwide 'Frankie and Johnny releases, the upcoming 'Elvis im Hertzen von Europa' and more news and articles. 

From the magazine's archive we get reviews of the Legacy Edition of 'Recorded Live On Stage in Memphis' (2014), the FBI keeping track of Elvis (2013), Glen D. Hardin and his last will and testament. 

This will keep you engrossed through the weekend! If you're interested in this magazine, visit the magazine's website at >>> www.golden-boy-elvis.de or contact the editors by email at >>> service@golden-boy-elvis.de.

Elvis Through the Eyes of A Fan

Robert Foley announced the December 2026 release of 'Elvis Through the Eyes of A Fan: With A Walk Down Memorabilia Lane'. 

The book is described as: A personal look through a fan's perspective combined with a walk down "memorabilia lane," featuring private collections, unseen photos, scarves, and a dedicated section on fan clubs like The King's Court of New York City.'

(Source: Various / Gordon Minto / Golden Boy Elvis / The King's Court / Elvis Information Network)

October 31 - Charts October 2026 - Week 5

The soundtrack album for the 'Elvis Presley in Concert' soundtrack keeps slipping down the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart, while the 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation grabbed the last straws on Billboards Country Album chart. 

The 'EPiC' album won back nine places on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart and climbed to No. 30 this week.  

The DVD edition of 'EPiC' lost 20 places on the DVD chart and dropped to No. 56. On the Video chart, the movie fell from No. 74 to No. 98.

The Blu-ray / DVD retook the No. 1 Spot on the Official U.K. Music Video chart after dropping to No. 2 last week.

U.S. Billboard charts

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation slipped one spot closer to the bottom of Billboard's Country Album chart, landing at No. 49.

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

October 30 - Debut Vinyl

The DOL record label re-issued Elvis' debut album on clear vinyl. 

Description: It would be hard to find a more iconic album than Elvis Presley’s debut LP, notably, one of the 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," 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, first at Sun Records and later for RCA, his new label. 

While there is no real artistic cohesion, there is genius throughout: from stripped-back ballads ('Blue Moon') and Rock tracks echoing his Sun days ('Blue Suede Shoes') to rhythm and blues with a pop sheen ('Money Honey'). As a bonus, this reissue includes the masterpiece 'Heartbreak Hotel', which did not appear on the original 1956 album.

The Art of Vinyl

The Art of Vinyl budget record label released the 'Essential Christmas Collection' and 'Elvis Presley - Number Ones (USA and UK)' LPs. The latter LP comes on hot pink colored vinyl. 

Publicity for 'Essential Christmas Collection' stated: Bring the unmistakable voice of Elvis Presley to your holiday vinyl collection with the 'Essential Christmas Collection', a festive LP featuring 12 classic Christmas, gospel, and traditional recordings. Combining Elvis’ signature Rock and Roll style with warm seasonal favorites and inspirational songs, this vinyl record is perfect for Christmas listening, holiday gatherings, decorating, gifting, and Elvis Presley collectors.

The album features some of Elvis’ best-known holiday recordings, including “Blue Christmas,” “Santa Claus Is Back in Town,” “White Christmas,” “Here Comes Santa Claus,” and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” His distinctive vocals bring a memorable blend of Rock and Roll, blues, pop, and traditional Christmas music to these enduring seasonal favorites.

The second side moves into traditional carols and gospel-inspired recordings, including “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” “Silent Night,” “(There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (For Me),” “I Believe,” and “Take My Hand, Precious Lord.” Together, the 12 tracks showcase both the energetic and reflective sides of Elvis’ holiday music.

An excellent addition to any Christmas vinyl collection, this LP is ideal for Elvis Presley fans, collectors of classic Rock and Roll and pop, and anyone looking to add a timeless vintage sound to the holiday season.

Side A: Santa Claus Is Back in Town / White Christmas / Here Comes Santa Claus / I’ll Be Home for Christmas / Blue Christmas / Santa Bring My Baby Back to Me / 

Side B: O Little Town of Bethlehem / Silent Night / (There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (For Me) / I Believe / Take My Hand, Precious Lord / It’s No Secret (What God Can Do)

The LP is avialable from >>> Amazon.

Publicity for ''Number Ones' stated: Elvis Presley's Number 1 Hits is a collection of 18 of his number one hits in the U.S. and U.K. from 1956 to 1962. Including hits ‘Heartbreak Hotel’, ‘Hound Dog’, ‘Love Me Tender’,  ‘Jailhouse Rock’ and many more.

Side A: 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 B: Hard Headed 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.

Elvis - Photos and Memories - volume 2

Booy Verlag published the 200-page bilangual book 'Elvis - Photos and Memories - volume 2' (German and English) by Beatrix van Ooyen.

Description: Eyewitnesses and photographers documented Elvis Presley's time with the US military in Germany from October 1, 1958, to March 2, 1960. The first volume in the series, 'Elvis - Photos and Memories' focuses on copyright information, 40 eyewitness accounts, and 570 photographs. 

The second and new volume, 'Elvis - Photos and Memories – Vol. 2' addresses collectors' rights and the value of their collections, as well as artistically or AI-generated images, screenshots of photos and films, eyewitness accounts, and fan activities to preserve the memory of Elvis Presley. 

The book is available from >>> Amazon.

Highest Paid Dead Celebrity 2026

Forbes' annual list of the highest earning deceased celebrities for 2026 has been released, and Elvis is listed at No. 4 this year. 

The surprise this year is Quincy Jones topping the list with US$150 Million due to the sale of his music catalog plus the 10% producer royalty payout boosted by the biopic 'Michael'. He even beats Jackson himself. Elvis is back up to fourth place with US$75 Million (up from last year's US$17 Million) including box office earnings from 'EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert'.

Since 2001 when Forbes started the list Elvis has never been outside the top 10 and from 2001 - 2005 he was No. 1.

Top 5 2026: 

1. Quincy Jones      : US$150 Million 

2. Michael Jackson  : US$140 Million 

3. Dr. Seuss           : US$80 Million

4. Elvis Presley       : US$75 Million

5. Dolly Parton       :  US$46 Million

Elvis News Report

The November 2026 Elvis Video News Report is available, it covers the Critics Choice Documentary nominations for 'EPiC', the Christmas lightning and birthday celebrations at Graceland, auction results, remembering Duke Bardwell, the 'Charro' movie revisited and more. 

(Source: Facebook / Forbes / Elvis Information Network / Emiel Maier)

October 29 - 50th Anniversary Vinyl

A new vinyl set titled '50th Anniversary Edition Happy New Year ’76' is due soon on black and on gold colored vinyl as an LP with a 7-inch bonus single. 

Publicity stated: On New Year's Eve 1976, Elvis Presley took to the stage in Pittsburgh and delivered a performance many fans consider one of the finest of his final years of touring. Full of energy, passion, and unforgettable vocal power, he ushered in 1977 with a concert that has become legendary among collectors and fans alike. 

Now, fifty years later, this historic performance returns in remastered sound quality, carefully restored to offer the richest and most authentic listening experience possible. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of a remarkable night when "The King" once again proved why his live performances remain timeless.

The concert was (as we all know) recorded live by a fan in the audience. Every effort was made to achieve the best possible sound quality of this historic event.

Side 1: Announcement - Also Sprach Zarathustra - See See Rider - I Got A Woman / Amen - Big Boss Man - Love Me

Side B: Fairytale - You Gave Me A Mountain - Jailhouse Rock - O Sole Mio / It's Now Or Never - My Way - Funny How Time Slips Away - Auld Lang Syne

Side C: Introductions By Elvis - Blue Suede Shoes - Trying To Get To You - Polk Salad Annie - Band Introductions Early - Morning Rain - What'd I Say - Johnny B. Goode - Love Letters - School Days - Fever

Side D: Hurt - Hound Dog - Are You Lonesome Tonight? - Reconsider Baby - Little Sister - Unchained Melody - Rags To Riches - Can't Help Falling In Love - Closing Vamp

(Source: Pascal Matteo / Various)