Announcement: Elvis Day by Day 2017

To celebrate the 48^th anniversary of Elvis’ death, but also his lasting legacy, Poplar Tunes Publishing will release 'Elvis Day By Day 2017 - The Year In Review' later this year. This new volume in the Elvis Presley yearbook series returns to the 40th anniversary year of Elvis' untimely death, preserving his enduring legacy.

 

"It's rare when an artist's talent can touch an entire generation of people. It's even rarer when that same influence affects several generations. Elvis made an imprint on the world of pop music unequaled by any other single performer." When Dick Clark spoke these words, he couldn't have imagined they would still ring true so many years later.

 

A Landmark Anniversary Year

 

The year 2017 marked four decades since Elvis’ death. Yet his music still topped charts worldwide and earned new Gold and Platinum awards. Together with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, he toured Europe, Australia and the United States, selling out every major venue. "Elvis never left the building".

 

That anniversary year brought countless book, movie and music releases, perhaps too many for fans to easily distinguish what's truly worthwhile. This comprehensive yearbook proves invaluable.

 

All The Book, Movie and Music Releases

 

Fans enjoyed countless re-issues of Elvis’ original recordings alongside bold re-interpretations. New musical backing, newly mixed 'Spliced Takes' and Mono to Stereo conversions gave fresh life to classic material and sparked discussion among collectors.

 

The many CD and vinyl releases from 2017 spanned his entire career, from early Sun Records material on 'A Boy From Tupelo' to the 40th Anniversary Edition of 'Moody Blue'. And many of Elvis’ movies were re-issued on DVD or upgraded for Blu-ray presentation.

 

Publishers released books covering virtually every facet of Elvis’ life. Music-focused titles ranged from individual songs to complete annotated overviews of his recordings. Film enthusiasts found new books about his movies and documentaries exploring his screen career.

 

Concert fans received detailed documentation about his tours, including illustrated looks at his famous Canada (1957) and Madison Square Garden (1972) performances. Other titles explored Elvis’ work with his TCB band, Graceland mansion, horses, iconic jumpsuits, and early merchandise and many more parts of his legacy.

 

Authors examined his impact on fans and culture, his relationship with racism and spirituality, and locations he visited from Germany to Hawaii. Some publishers even produced books about Elvis quilts!

 

This book catalogues them all with in-depth reviews of the relevant titles.

 

Major Events and Exhibitions

 

Beyond publications, 2017 brought significant events deserving documentation. 'Elvis Presley's Memphis' opened as an impressive forty-five million dollar museum complex in Memphis. London's O2 Arena hosted a major exhibition celebrating his legacy. These and other milestone moments receive detailed coverage in the day-by-day chronicle.

 

Remembering Those We Lost

 

The year brought the loss of many people connected to Elvis’ story. Co-stars Mary Tyler Moore and Suzanna Leigh passed away, along with Memphis Mafia friends Marty Lacker, Sonny West, and Red West.

 

We lost two original rockers who influenced Elvis: Chuck Berry and Fats Domino. We also said goodbye to Memphis Boys bass player Mike Leech, radio reporter Red Robinson, and television writers Chris Bearde and Alan Weiss.

 

What This Book Offers

 

This yearbook preserves detailed information about every important Elvis publication from 2017. Every release gets listed, and approximately 40 in-depth reviews by Elvis writers, experts and fans add thoughtful insights to the chronological documentation. All from a 2017 perspective.

 

The book comes with a friendly warning: while browsing these pages, you may discover not only what you missed, but also what you want to add to your collection! The expert reviews guide you toward essential additions while steering you away from disappointing releases.

 

The comprehensive preservation ensures that 2017's significant developments in Elvis’ continuing legacy remain accessible to future fans and researchers, especially relevant in a digital world where information is here today, but gone tomorrow.

 

If you've ever wondered exactly what happened in the Elvis world during a specific year, this day-by-day chronicle provides complete answers. Whether you're discovering what you missed or planning your next collection addition, this essential guide demonstrates that Elvis' legacy burns brighter than ever. A must-have chronicle for serious Elvis fans and collectors.

The book will be released as a paperback and as a Deluxe hardback edition. Both will available for pre-order on the >>> Poplar Tunes webshop and relevant dealers soon.