August 08 - Elvis Week 2026

The 2026 edition of Elvis Week kicked off. It marked the 49th anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley, who died at the age of 42 on August 16, 1977. 

Graceland invited fans to be part of the world’s largest annual Elvis celebration at his home, Graceland, in Memphis, Tennessee. 

Held from August 8th to 16th, Elvis Week offers all-inclusive packages and individual event tickets, so you can build an experience that fits your schedule and interests. 

Highlights include the opening of the new 'Elvis: The Fashion Icon' exhibit, 'Elvis Unplugged and Amplified' (August 12) featuring special guests Larry Gatlin, Larry Strickland, Tony Orlando and more. 'Elvis 1956' (August 13) celebrating the groundbreaking year that launched Elvis' path to superstardom, 'Elvis Presley in Concert' (August 14), the big-screen Elvis experience with a live band 'Conversations on Elvis' (August 15), featuring intimate stories from his friends and colleagues, including George Hamilton, Kent McCord and Jimmy Hawkins.

On the 15th the J.D. Sumner and The Stamps Quartet will be inducted as Graceland Legends and in the evening fans can pay their respects to Elvis during the  cornerstone event: the annual Candlelight Vigil.

For a complete overview visit the >>> Elvis Week website.

(Source: Graceland)

August 08 - Charts August 2026 - Week 2

Elvis Week 2026 may have started, but the extra Elvis plays on radio and digital platforms will probably be visible on the charts next wek. 

U.K. charts

The 'EPiC' soundtrack is still the only album on the U.K. music charts, and this week it fell from No. 17 to No. 20 on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart.

Movie charts to be updated over the weekend: The DVD edition of 'EPiC' took back the five places it lost last week and returned to No. 9 on the DVD chart, while the Blu-ray edition fell from No. 41 to No. 62 on the Blu-ray chart.  

The movie remained steady at No 19 on the Video chart, ’The King of Rock and Roll’ DVD exited the chart after its re-entry at No. 46 last week. The movie remained steady at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Music Video chart for the 7th 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 for eight consecutive weeks.  

U.S. Billboard charts

 

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation lost two spots on Billboard's Country Album chart, and dropped to No. 43 this week.   

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

August 07 - King of the Rings 3

Graphic biographer Paul Bélard published the volume 3 in his 'Elvis: King of the Rings' series, completing his trilogy detailing in words and pictures Elvis' vast collection of rings.

Publicity for the 256-page paperback stated: Elvis possessed an innate gift for standing apart from the crowd, a trait evident from the very beginning of his career. His long hair, famous sideburns, and bold, colorful wardrobe projected an image that was both distinctive and defiant. As the years passed - particularly during the 1970s - his appearance grew increasingly lavish and, at times, extravagantly so. Fitting for the man who came to be known as the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis adopted a regal style both on and off the stage.

As noted in the first two volumes of 'The King of the Rings', his taste for finery extended far beyond clothing. He adorned himself with an impressive array of jewelry, rings, necklaces, bracelets, and other accessories in such abundance that it often seemed he never wore the same combination twice.

Elvis’s desire to surround himself with beautiful things was matched only by his eagerness to give them away. Family members, friends, and even complete strangers became beneficiaries of his extraordinary generosity. Whether driven by a genuine spirit of giving or by the pleasure he found in making others happy, he took great joy in presenting gifts and sharing his good fortune with those around him.

The book is available from >>> Amazon.

Elvis The Fashion Icon Exhibit

Elvis Presley's closet was legendary, and now fans can experience it for themselves. Graceland opened the exhibition 'Elvis: The Fashion Icon', a new exhibit exploring Elvis's personal wardrobe.

Description: The exhibit showcases the creativity and versatility that defined Elvis' approach to fashion, featuring standout pieces from celebrated designers alongside off-the-rack finds he simply loved. Elvis had a bold, unapologetic relationship with style, when he found a look he liked, he wasn't shy about buying it in multiple colors. Mixing patterns and silhouettes came naturally to him, part of what made his personal style so distinctly his own.

What's missing are the famous jumpsuits, which already are the focus of the 'Elvis Dressed to Rock' exhibit that opened in 2022 at Elvis Presley's Memphis. With items from name designers (including his favorite, Bill Belew), from Lansky Brothers on Beale (those hats!), and even from Sears (Elvis' travel tracksuits), 'Elvis: The Fashion Icon' focuses for the most part on the clothes the singer-slash-movie star wore offstage and off-set, which he kept in his large "wardrobe room," upstairs at Graceland.

In the Commercial Appeal Marchese said: "Believe it or not, most of his life, Elvis was standard male mannequin size: 6 feet, with a 32-inch waist."

For the jackets, Marchese created a particularly striking display, which she labels "inside-outside." Because only the exteriors of the jackets can be seen on the mannequin torsos that hold them upright, the wallpaper at the back of each display case reproduces the wild, geometric or sometimes even psychedelic pattern of the jacket's lining.

"He had 5,000 pieces of wardrobe, and only 88 jumpsuits," said Marchese, again indicating the uniqueness of Elvis: Of whom else could it be said that, contrary to expectations, he owned "only" 88 jumpsuits?

More than a style icon, Elvis was a true fashion enthusiast. He loved dressing up, and his enthusiasm for shopping and self-expression comes through in every piece on display. 'Elvis: The Fashion Icon' invites fans to see Elvis not just as a performer, but as a man who genuinely delighted in clothes, his personal wardrobe a reflection of his personality and curiosity.

(Source: Amazon / Graceland / Commercial Appeal)

August 06 - Jailhouse Rock and Love Me Tender

The JAS Record Label announced the September 2026 release of the CD 'Jailhouse Rock & Love Me Tender', a double feature presentation bringing together the soundtracks from two of Elvis Presley's most celebrated 1950s motion pictures.

Publicity stated: Continuing his acclaimed restoration work, Anthony Stuchbury has once again created outstanding new stereo masters from the original mono recordings, offering listeners a fresh perspective while remaining faithful to the integrity of these classic performances.

For collectors who appreciate the original recordings as they were first released, the original mono masters are also included, making this a definitive edition for both mono and stereo enthusiasts.

A particular highlight of this collection is the previously unreleased 'Love Me Tender – Undubbed End Title' available here for the very first time. The release also includes the Movie Version of 'Treat Me Nice' in Stereo, together with a beautifully produced full-colour eight-page booklet featuring notes and artwork that complement the music.

Whether you are discovering these classic recordings for the first time or adding another essential title to your Elvis collection, 'Jailhouse Rock & Love Me Tender' is a fitting tribute to Elvis’ early Hollywood years.

Original Mono Masters: Love Me Tender / We're Gonna Move / Let Me / Poor Boy / Love Me Tender – Overdubbed End Title / Jailhouse Rock / Young And Beautiful / I Want To Be Free / Don't Leave Me Now / (You're So Square) Baby I Don't Care / Treat Me Nice.

New Stereo Masters: Love Me Tender / We're Gonna Move / Let Me / Poor Boy / Love Me Tender – Overdubbed End Title / Jailhouse Rock / Young And Beautiful / I Want To Be Free / Don't Leave Me Now / (You're So Square) Baby I Don't Care / Treat Me Nice.

Special Bonus Tracks (Stereo): Love Me Tender – Undubbed End Title (Previously Unreleased) / Treat Me Nice – Movie Version.

The CD is limited to 300 copies and was produced by Anthony Stuchbury, the artwork was created by Rebel Designs. It will be available exclusively in the U.K. from the >>> Official UK Elvis Presley Fan Club webshop and exclusively in the EU from Memphis Mansion.

Graceland Legends

Elvis Presley’s Graceland announced that the next inductees to the Graceland Legends program will be former members of J.D. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet.

One of the great names in Southern gospel, J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet was Elvis' male backing vocal group during his concerts from 1971 to 1977, and they worked with him in the recording studio as well. J.D. Sumner himself befriended Elvis when Elvis was just a teenager attending gospel sings at Ellis Auditorium in Memphis, so their connection spanned far more than just their years working together on stage.

Members of J.D. Sumner and The Stamps Quartet who sang with Elvis in the studio or on stage include J.D. Sumner, Ed Enoch, Bill Baize, Donnie Sumner, Ed Hill, Larry Strickland, Richard Sterban, and Dave Rowland. 

Graceland Legends is designed to honor and recognize the musicians and musical groups who were an integral part of Elvis Presley’s legendary career. In addition to being recognized in a ceremony at Graceland, the honorees will also be added to the Graceland Legends exhibit at Graceland.

Past Graceland Legends inductees include James Burton, Ronnie Tutt, Glen Hardin, Jerry Scheff, Scotty Moore, Bill Black, DJ Fontana, David Briggs, Norbert Putnam, Charlie McCoy, The Jordanaires, the Sweet Inspirations, and The Imperials. 

The induction ceremony and recognition for the group will occur at Elvis Week 2026 during Conversations on Elvis on August 15. Larry Strickland will appear to accept the honor, along with other family members attending on behalf of their honorees.

We look forward to recognizing their contribution to Elvis’ musical legacy with fans from around the world.

(Source: Anthony Stuchbury / Graceland)

August 05 - The Jumpsuit Anthology

Graceland released the 320-page hardcover book 'The Jumpsuit Anthology' in the 'From The Archives' series a a Graceland Exclusive release. 

Publicity stated: Celebrate the artistry, craftsmanship, and legacy of Elvis Presley’s most iconic stage wear with 'From The Graceland Archives: The Jumpsuit Anthology' hardcover book. 

Organized by the year each jumpsuit was introduced - from 1969 to 1976 - this exquisite coffee table book showcases the Graceland Archives collection in extraordinary detail. 

Featuring never-before-seen perspectives and stunning photography, it provides an unparalleled visual journey through the evolution of Elvis’s concert wardrobe and the enduring impact of these legendary designs.

(Source: Graceland)

August 04 - Dressed To Rock

Weldon Owen published the 256-page hardcover book 'Elvis Dressed to Rock' by Karan Feder.

 

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

In the history of Rock and Roll, no performer ever defined a style like Elvis. From his rockabilly suits of the 1950s to the jeweled jumpsuits of the 1970s, the King’s on-stage fashion became as iconic as his music. From the now-iconic gold lamé suit in the 1950s and the leather suit from the 1968 Comeback Special to the last jumpsuit Elvis wore onstage in Indianapolis, this comprehensive book contains more than 150 pieces of stagewear spanning Elvis’s entire career.

Stunning jumpsuits, beautifully detailed capes, numerous belts, two-piece suits, studded boots, jewelry, and even chokers that were created for Elvis but never worn on stage are all featured in beautiful new photography created especially for this book. Also included are suits that until now have never been seen as their complete sets, including three Cisco Kid two-piece outfits worn in Las Vegas in 1971, and two of Elvis’s Dude Suits, worn in Las Vegas in 1972.

Detailed information from the archives about the suits, including the definitive list of names for the jumpsuits, and fascinating historical context and insights about the detailing and construction of the pieces from noted costume historian Karan Feder, accompany stunning detail photography of each piece. Lavishly illustrated with new photography of each piece in the archive, images of Elvis on stage in the pieces and album covers on which they appear, rare sketches from costume designer Bill Belew, and more, this beautiful book is a look at the King’s style like never before.

The book is available ffrom >>> Amazon (associate link).

Note: Karen Feder previously wrote the pop-up / dress-up book 'Elvis: Your Personal Fashion Consultant' (2008). This book is still available from >>> Amazon.

Peacock Vinyl

A few months ago the U.K. based Memphis Recording Service released the double LP 'On Tour 1974 - Amarillo Texas', and now a Limited Liquid Vinyl Edition of 50 copies has been released. 

This time the vinyl records are filled with air and real peacock feathers and housed in a collectors box also holding the original gatefold sleeve. The set comes in a drawstring bag.

Side A:See See Rider - I Got A Woman / Amen - Elvis Talks (#1)- Love Me - Tryin’ To Get To You - All Shook Up.

Side B: Love Me Tender - Hound Dog - Fever - Polk Salad Annie - Why Me Lord? - Suspicious Minds.

LP 2 Side C: Band Introductions - I Can’t Stop Loving You - Help Me - An American Trilogy.

Side D: Let Me Be There - Heartbreak Hotel - Elvis Talks (# 2) - Funny How Time Slips Away - Big Boss Man - Can’t Help Falling In Love (Incomplete).

Best Attraction

The Elvis Presley Birthplace was named the 2026 "Daily Journal Readers’ Choice Best Attraction".

The reaction: "We’re proud to be part of a city filled with places worth celebrating. Congratulations to our fellow finalists, Fairpark, Downtown Tupelo, and Buffalo Park. Together, these attractions help make Tupelo a destination we’re all proud to call home and one that visitors love to discover.

Thank you to everyone who voted and to our community for your continued support. We’re honored to represent Tupelo and grateful to share the place where Elvis’ story began with the world."

(Source: Amazon / Pascal Matteo / Elvis Presley Birthplace)

August 02 - Soldier Boy Officially Out (Updated)

The 'Soldier Boy 53 310 761' box-set has been released as both the first dealers and lucky fans have received their copies.

Publicity stated: Details book 1 - Memphis To Brooklyn: A hardback coffee table style deluxe book, illustrated throughout with many rare newly discovered photographs and documents. The book chronicles Elvis Presley's army career from his induction in March, basic and advanced training in Texas, and his departure from Brooklyn to Germany in September 1958.

Also included is a detailed analysis of Elvis Presley's Nashville recording session at Studio B in June 1958. CD 1 and 2 feature the complete Elvis Presley recording session from Studio B, Nashville in June 1958, released in the original recording order for the first time.

Details book 2 - Germany: A hardback coffee table style deluxe book of photos, documents and memories of fellow soldiers, friends and family providing the most detailed comprehensive record of Elvis Presley's first three months in Germany from October 1 until December 31, 1958.

This book also contains details, photos and information covering Elvis' German home-made recordings. CD 3 and 4 contain the private Elvis Presley home recordings from Germany in 1958 and 1959. The audio has been newly restored exclusively for this release.

The books and CDs come housed in an individually numbered Deluxe Collector's slipcase with a sticker.

Also released are the 'Summer Night' 4-CD-set - with a some slight adjustments compared to the AI colored preview - and the 'Promised Land' double LP. 

Publicity stated: 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 FTD label sent dealers the correct tracklisting to forward to their customers and print themselves ... 

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.

(Source: Dorthe Back Richter Larsen / Elvis The Man and His Music)

August 01 - Lifetime Achievement Blues Award

Soul and blues legend Estelle Brown, best known as a member of The Sweet Inspirations, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Blues Hall of Fame at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino.

The award recognizes her exceptional career and enduring contribution to blues, soul, and gospel music. This honor holds special significance for Elvis fans. Estelle Brown was a member of The Sweet Inspirations, the legendary backing group that accompanied Elvis Presley for years during his concerts and on countless recordings. 

Her powerful voice and stage presence contributed to the magic of Elvis’s live performances in Las Vegas and on tour. 

Click >>> here for a small interview. 

(Source: ElvisMatters / Westgate Resort)

August 01 - Charts August 2026 - Week 1 (Updated)

With Elvis Week 2026 one week away, here are the charts.

U.K. charts

The only album remaining on the U.K. music charts this week is the 'EPiC' soundtrack, which lost four places on the Official U.K. Soundtrack Album chart, falling from No. 13 to No. 17. 

The 'Elvis Presley in Concert' movie exited the U.K. Film chart from last week's listing at No. 27. 

The DVD edition of 'EPiC' took back the five places it lost last week and returned to No. 9 on the DVD chart, while the Blu-ray edition fell from No. 41 to No. 62 on the Blu-ray chart.  

The movie remained steady at No 19 on the Video chart, ’The King of Rock and Roll’ DVD exited the chart after its re-entry at No. 46 last week. The movie remained steady at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Music Video chart for the 7th 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 seven weeks ago.  

U.S. Billboard charts

 

The 'ELV1S 30 #1 Hits' compilation lost one spot on Billboard's Country Album chart, and dropped to No. 41 this week.   

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

July 31 - EPiC Steel Book

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment announced the November 2, 2026 release of a 4K Ultra HD double disc steel book edition of 'EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert' in the United Kingdom in 2026.

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.

Note: no information on bonus material, but as previous release of the movie did not contain bonus material, it is unlikely that this edition will. 

The set is available for pre-order from >>> Amazon.

Golden Boy Elvis E-zine

 

Added to that are details on events in Memphis and Germany, plenty of options to keep you entertained as an Elvis fan!

The digital magazine is completed with various articles and reviews from the club's rich archive. 

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.

August News Report

Here is the August 2026 Video News Report, looking back on various news items from July 2026.

(Source: Facebook / HMV / Collectors Junkies / Emiel Maier / Golden Boy Elvis)