August 28 - Classic Singles

The French V.P.I. record label re-issued two classic EPs: the Belgian 'Rockin' with Elvis' and the Italian 'Rock 'n' Roll'.

Publicity stated: The Belgian 45 RPM record 'Rockin' With Elvis' (RCA 75.524), released in 1956, is a rare and highly sought-after item among collectors. Its color sleeve features Elvis surrounded by his bandmates: Scotty Moore, Bill Black, and D.J. Fontana. 

In 2010, a copy in excellent condition sold for over US$1,200 at auction. It will be available on transparent, grey, white, magenta and blue colored vinyl.

Side A: Tutti Frutti / Blue Suede Shoes Side B: Hound Dog / Don’t Be Cruel

The Italian 45 RPM record 'Rock ‘n’ Roll', released in 1957, is highly sought after by collectors. Its quirky cover features Elvis with a top-hat-wearing basset hound, taken from his appearance on the Steve Allen Show. 

Featuring four rock classics, this record is one of Elvis’s earliest Italian releases. Its unique artwork and rarity make it a prized item, often valued at several hundred euros. It will be available on yellow, white, transparent, red and blue colored vinyl.

Side A: One-Sided Love Affair /Money Honey Side B: Shake, Rattle and Roll / Lawdy, Miss Clawdy All EPs are limited to 200 copies per color.