The Gravelroad Music import label announced the release of the CD "Spanish Eyes By Request, Elvis live at the Sahara Tahoe in May 1974". The original tape, from the Friday, May 24, 1974 MS, was the very first available soundboard recording from Lake Tahoe, released in 1995 by Fort Baxter. At this show Elvis was heard taking a personal request for "Spanish Eyes," not something he did too often.From the press-release:
Now the performance is presented by GRM at the correct speed, with improved sound and in a super-deluxe package. Along with a booklet filled with Tahoe '74 facts, photos and detailed liner notes, there is also a reproduction of the rare May 1974 Sahara Tahoe reservation postcard with the color photo of Elvis on back, and another menu-sized, "Your Personal Invitation" card with the invite on the flip-side. Both of these collectables are very hard to find, and suitable for framing.
For new fans the show will be a thrill and for longtime fans, an absolute rediscovery. This show captures Elvis being happy and giving his best.
Rockwell VinylThe U.K. based Rockwell Records deleted the yellow vinyl edition of "All Shook Up" and the green vinyl edition of "I Was The One" just prior to their release. A few copies survived for the producers. Black vinyl editions of "All Shook Up", "I Was The One", "Any Way You Want Me" and "Soldier Boy". The latter was also released as a "lime mix" vinyl edition, limited to just 150 copies worldwide.
A new commercial for Russia's largest telecommunications company features music by the King of Rock 'n' Roll! The TV ad for MTS promotes the company's mobile service. It features a hilarious online interaction between a young man and his girlfriend, with Elvis Presley's 1963 hit song "(You're the) Devil In Disguise" playing in the background.
(Source: FECC / Elvis Express)