Sunday, July 13, 2025

July 13 - Iconic Covers and Army Books

Paul Belard published his 214-page visual biography 'Elvis 1958 June - July - August'.

Publicity stated
: His basic training completed on Saturday May 31st, Elvis left Fort Hood early in the morning on his way to Memphis where he would spend a two-week leave. On June 10th, he went to Nashville for a recording session. It would be his last session for nearly two years.

After his return to Fort Hood, Elvis was allowed to live off base because one of his parents was classified as dependent. He rented a house in Killeen, a town close to Fort Hood.

On August 8th, Elvis' ailing mother was moved to the Methodist Hospital in Memphis. The 12th he was granted an emergency leave and flew to Memphis. His mother passed away on the 14th. The funeral took place the next day. On the 24th, a devastated Elvis returned to Fort Hood.

The book is available through the >>> Amazon webshop, For a signed edition you can contact Paul Belard by email at >>> pbelard@hotmail.com

On the Elvis Information network you can read an in-depth >>> review on the 'April - May 1958' book that precedes this one.


Iconic Covers

The Dutch Oor Music magazine listed the 50 most iconic album covers for their summer edition (July 2025). Of course Elvis' 1956 debut album is listed. 

(Source: Amazon / Oor)