August 23 - Golden B-side Hits - Updated

The Factory of Sounds / Vinyl Passion record label announced the September 20, 2024 release of a CD and a colored vinyl edition - limited to 1,000 copies - of the album 'B-side Hits - 1955-1962 USA'. 

Tracks: Baby Let's Play House / Mystery Train / I Was The One / My Baby Left Me / Any Way You Want Me That's How I Will Be / Playing For Keeps / Treat Me Nice / That's When Your Heartaches Begin / Loving You / I Beg Of You / Doncha' Think It's Time / Don't Ask Me Why / I Got Stung / My Wish Came True / I Need Your Love Tonight / Fame And Fortune / A Mess Of Blues / I Gotta Know / Lonely Man / Little Sister / Wild In The Country / Rock-A-Hula Baby / Just Tell Her Jim Said Hello / Anything That's Part Of You.

Elvis' Golden Records

The Not Now Music record label released the LP 'Elvis' Golden Records' on gold colored vinyl, almost two weeks before the official release date of September 2, 2024.

Publicity stated: In the galaxy of popular music, Elvis Presley can lay claim to his very own constellation. It is not just the global record sales he has accumulated, or the No.1 hits from all over the world - nor even the songs made familiar by the 30-plus films he made… 

It is simply that it is now impossible to imagine the world of music without Elvis Presley. Nearly fifty years on from that untimely death, the enduring legacy of Elvis leaves no doubt as to who still reigns as The King… Enjoy 19 of his greatest and most loved hit songs

Side A:  1. Hound Dog 2. Loving You 3. All Shook Up 4. Heartbreak Hotel 5. Jailhouse Rock 6. Love Me 7. Too Much 8. Don't Be Cruel 9. That's When Your Heartaches Begin.

Side B: 1. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear 2. Love Me Tender 3. Treat Me Nice 4. Anyway You Want Me (That's How I Will Be) 5. I Want You, I Need You, I Love You 6. My Baby Left Me 7. I Was The One 8. That's All Right 9. Blue Suede Shoes.

Elvis 90

Graceland unveiled the logo for Elvis' 90th birthday celebrations. It seems to includes an inverse "TCB flash" and a little "sun".

Publicity stated: Celebrate Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday at Graceland in Memphis with four days of live music, movies, special tours, conversations and much more! Join us on January 8-11 for a birthday celebration fit for a king!

In addition, fans are invited to the north lawn of Graceland Mansion on January 8, Elvis' Birthday, at 8:30 am CST, for the official Birthday Proclamation Ceremony featuring EPE officials, a birthday cake cutting, and an official proclamation of Elvis Presley Day. 

More details to be announced by Graceland.

French Vinyl Re-issues

The French V.P.I record label in their 'EP Etranger EP' re-issue series are volume 13, 'Corazon De Madera' ('Wooden heart' as originally released in Spain) and volume 14 'Love Me Tender' (EP, originally from Belgium).

Publicity for 'Love Me Tender' stated: This iconic album features romantic, melodious songs, highlighting Elvis' suave voice and sensitivity. It includes the legendary "Love Me Tender", perfectly illustrating his lasting impact on music and popular culture. Limited edition translucent vinyl. 

Tracks side A: 1. Love Me Tender / 2. Let Me.

Side B: 1. Poor Boy / 2. We're Gonna Move.

Publicity for 'Corazon De Madera' stated: Rediscover the Spanish version of this album featuring Elvis' gentle voice and sensitivity. It combines driving rhythms and emotional ballads, marking a distinctive moment in his musical career. 

Tracks side A: Wooden Heart.

Side B: What's She Really Like.

The Spanish EP will be released on black, blue, red, white and translucent colored vinyl while the Belgium re-issue EP comes on black, red, white, yellow and translucent colored vinyl.

You can order the 'Love Me Tender' single at the >>> Culture Factory webshop.

You can order the 'Corazon De Madera' single at the >>> Culture Factory webshop.

(Source: Sounds / Facebook)