June 03 - Roustabout Release

The new Roustabout import record label announced the release of the 60th Anniversary Edition of the 'Roustabout' album.

Publicity stated: Infinity Records is ready to celebrate the 60th anniversary release of Elvis' 16th motion picture 'Roustabout', with a brand new 2-CD set. The album was recorded between March 2nd and May 14th 1964. This would mark the third film released in 1964 and went on to reach No. 1 on the Billboard album chart, making it the last Elvis album to do so until 'Aloha From Hawaii' in 1973.

This release includes newly mixed Stereo Masters, Mono Masters, Outtakes, Movie Versions, Rare Radio Promos and a brief message to fans in the U.K. Fans can expect great renditions of tracks like 'Roustabout', 'One Track Heart', 'Hard Knocks' and 'It's A Wonderful World', which was considered for an Oscar nomination, along with other classics from the soundtrack.

Packed in a digipack featuring stunning photos and posters, this release is certain to delight any fan for years to come.

Disc 1: Stereo Masters & Outtakes: Little Egypt (Record Master) - Poison Ivy League - Hard Knocks (Record Master) - It's A Wonderful World - Big Love, Big Heartache - One Track Heart - I'm A Roustabout - Carny Town - There's A Brand New Day On The Horizon - Wheels On My Heels - Roustabout - Little Egypt (Movie Master) - Hard Knocks (Movie Master) - It's Carnival Time (Record Master) - Roustabout (Vocal Overdubs, Take 1 - 6) - Hard Knocks (Dubdown Track For Vocal Overdub) - It's A Wonderful World (Instrumental - Take 17) - Roustabout (Take 7, 8) - Roustabout (Take 9) - Roustabout (Take 10 - 12) - Carny Town (Unedited Master) - It's Carnival Time (Movie Master) - Roustabout (Take 13) - Roustabout (Take 14 - 16) - Radio Spots

Disc 2 - Mono Masters, Film Versions & More: Roustabout - Little Egypt - Poison Ivy League - Hard Knocks - It's A Wonderful World - Big Love, Big Heartache - One Track Heart - It's Carnival Time - Carny Town - There's A Brand New Day On The Horizon - Wheels On My Heels - I'm A Roustabout - 

Film Versions: Roustabout - Poison Ivy League - Wheels On My Heels - It's A Wonderful World - It's Carnival Time (#1) - Carny Town - One Track Heart - It's Carnival Time (#2) - Hard Knocks - Little Egypt - Big Heart, Big Heartache - There's A Brand New Day On The Horizon - End Credit Instrumental

More: Elvis Says Hello To U.K. Fans (April 26, 1964)

Tabloids

The Globe tabloid featured Elvis on the cover, with big letter headers "Graceland on the auction block" and "Lisa Marie Looted Elvis' US$500M Legacy! Bad investments, wild spending and tragic addiction".

The National Examiner revealed all of "Elvis' weirdest beliefs".

Reign of the King

Gabriel Herbert published the 68-page booklet 'Elvis Presley Biography (1935-1977): Reign of the King: The Definitive Biography of Elvis Presley'.

Description: Elvis Presley, often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll," was a legendary American singer, musician, and actor. Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, in 1935, Presley rose to fame in the 1950s with his unique blend of rockabilly, country, and rhythm and blues.

His electrifying performances and charismatic stage presence revolutionized popular music and made him a cultural icon worldwide. With hits like "Heartbreak Hotel," "Hound Dog," and "Jailhouse Rock," Elvis became one of the best-selling solo music artists in history. His impact on music and popular culture continues to be felt to this day.

(Source: Pascal Matteo / Globe / National Examiner / Amazon)