Posted November 20, 200915 yr Preparations for Elvis' 75th birthday underway: UK newspaper The Independent is promoting Elvis' Birthday. "If Elvis were still alive, he would turn 75 years old on January 8, 2010. So the party plans are starting with several events planned to commemorate the date, including a CD package, special concerts at Graceland in Memphis, and a Cirque du Soleil tribute show. The Elvis Birthday Celebration 2010, January 7-10, 2010, happens in Graceland and other venues throughout Memphis. Sony Legacy will release a four-disc box set, Elvis 75-Good Rockin' Tonight, on December 8. The collection of 100 songs from the King of Rock'n'Roll's repertoire, spans genres from rhythm and blues and rock to country, pop and gospel. With hits from "Hound Dog" and "Burnin' Love," songs from his movies, tracks from his platinum albums, and concert performances, and "A Little Less Conversation" (JXL Radio Remix Edit). The retrospective package also includes a booklet with rare photographs and a definitive essay. A single disc edition of Elvis 75, featuring key tracks from the box set, will be released on January 5, 2010. (see EIN news yesterday). In addition Cirque du Soleil will premiere a new show, Viva Elvis, in December at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The choreographer, Vincent Paterson, who has worked with Madonna, collaborated with the troupe to combine their unique contemporary circus style into a stunning visual event with Elvis music. They previously did a Beatles tribute show called Love. One of Forbes magazine's top five post-mortem earners, Elvis' estate earned $55 million this past year." Go here for EPE Birthday Celebrations Event information http://www.elvis.com/graceland/calendar/elvis_birthday.asp (News, Source;SanjaM/EIN)
November 20, 200915 yr Author Christmas season at Graceland :wub: http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y48/elvis1959/1xmas.jpg Graceland goes into holiday mode Friday, turning on the blue lights that were a part of the Christmas season when Elvis Presley was in the building. The grounds of the 13.8-acre Whitehaven mansion will be decorated with the life-size Nativity scene, Santa and sleigh and other decorations from the Elvis era. Assisting in the lighting ceremony at 6 p.m., a group of children from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital will join Grammy-winning singer Richard Marx at the front gates of Graceland to flip the switch on the lighting display. The blue lights became a fixture after Elvis had them strung along the driveway when "Blue Christmas" became a hit as part of his first Christmas album in 1957. During Friday's free lighting event, Santa will be available for photographs with children. Those unable to make it to the live ceremony can watch by going to the elvis.com Web site. Published: November 17th 2009 12:10 PM. Source: elvis.com / Published by: ElvisMatters - David Hamal . http://winter.elvis.com/livecam/
November 22, 200915 yr Christmas season at Graceland :wub: http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y48/elvis1959/1xmas.jpg Graceland goes into holiday mode Friday, turning on the blue lights that were a part of the Christmas season when Elvis Presley was in the building. The grounds of the 13.8-acre Whitehaven mansion will be decorated with the life-size Nativity scene, Santa and sleigh and other decorations from the Elvis era. Assisting in the lighting ceremony at 6 p.m., a group of children from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital will join Grammy-winning singer Richard Marx at the front gates of Graceland to flip the switch on the lighting display. The blue lights became a fixture after Elvis had them strung along the driveway when "Blue Christmas" became a hit as part of his first Christmas album in 1957. During Friday's free lighting event, Santa will be available for photographs with children. Those unable to make it to the live ceremony can watch by going to the elvis.com Web site. Published: November 17th 2009 12:10 PM. Source: elvis.com / Published by: ElvisMatters - David Hamal . http://winter.elvis.com/livecam/ I wonder which pressie is mine. I reckon, the smallest one because they say, the best things come in small packages. :yahoo: :wub:
November 27, 200915 yr Author Thanks to Chartbusters for these We definately don't want to lose this info down the page so I've taken the liberty of copying it ;) BBC RADIO 2'S ELVIS SEASON Elvis – Movie King Or Celluloid Sellout? Ep 1/2 New series Bank Holiday Monday 28 December 11.30pm-12.00midnight BBC RADIO 2 Elvis "The King" Presley Elvis "The King" Presley During his career, Elvis Presley made 33 films and, despite having no training, "The King" was one of the highest-paid actors of the Sixties, with his film soundtracks alone grossing around $280m. Elvis was keen to be taken seriously as an actor, but felt pigeonholed into making musical comedies. During his film career, he turned down the opportunity to act opposite Elizabeth Taylor in Cat On A Hot Tin Roof and the Oscar-winning role played by George Chakiris in West Side Story. Despite his box-office success, he gave up acting in films in 1969. This two-part series explores Elvis's Hollywood career and looks at the effect his multi-million-dollar movie career may have had on his reputation. Part one looks at the early Elvis films and explores his ambitions to be a serious actor. The programme includes interviews with songwriters Lieber and Stoller and Elvis's close friend, Jerry Schilling, and examines early films Jailhouse Rock, King Creole and Viva Las Vegas. Part two is broadcast at the same time tomorrow. Presenter/Paul Morley, Producer/Jo Wheeler BBC RADIO 2'S ELVIS SEASON Elvis And Dewey – Red, Hot And Blue Tuesday 29 December 10.30-11.30pm BBC RADIO 2 Paul Gambaccini tells the fascinating story of a pioneering disc jockey, who played a part in the birth of rock 'n' roll in Memphis and the early career of Elvis Presley, as BBC Radio 2's Elvis Season continues. In the Fifties, Dewey Phillips played rhythm and blues to an audience of black and white listeners on American radio station WHBQ. His zeal for rhythm and blues and country music set the stage for Elvis's subsequent success and the rock 'n' roll revolution. Dewey was the first DJ to introduce an Elvis record on the radio in July 1954. On his Memphis radio show, Red, Hot And Blue, he played an acetate of the first single, That's All Right (Mama), cut for him by Sun Studios owner Sam Phillips. Elvis always acknowledged his debt of gratitude to Dewey, not only for his first radio exposure but for the influence on his musical development of hearing the exciting mix of blues and country records every night. The programme includes extracts from Dewey's radio and TV programmes of the Fifties and early Sixties. Interviewees include Louis Cantor, author of Dewey And Elvis, who worked on Memphis radio station WDIA; Memphis radio veteran Charles Raiteri; George Klein and Jerry Schilling, who were Humes High School classmates of Elvis; and an archive interview with the late Memphis musician and producer Jim Dickinson. Presenter/Paul Gambaccini, Producer/Kevin Howlett BBC RADIO 2'S ELVIS SEASON Elvis – Movie King Or Celluloid Sellout? Ep 2/2 Tuesday 29 December 11.30pm-12.00midnight BBC RADIO 2 During his career "The King" made 33 films and, despite having no training, was one of the highest paid actors of the Sixties, with his film soundtracks alone grossing around $280m. Elvis was keen to be taken seriously as an actor, but felt pigeonholed into making musical comedies. This two-part series explores Elvis's Hollywood career and looks at the effect his multi-million dollar movie career may have had on his reputation. Part two explores how far Elvis's film career was being run by his manager, Colonel Parker, and looks at how the Elvis movie "formula" was born. In a rare archive recording, Elvis discusses his movie career and talks about his resentment at being pigeonholed into contracts. Presenter/Paul Morley, Producer/Jo Wheeler BBC RADIO 2'S ELVIS SEASON Don't Start Me Talking About Elvis New Year's Day Friday 1 January 7.00-7.30pm BBC RADIO 2 BBC Radio 2's Elvis Season continues with another chance to hear about "The King", in the words of his fans. This programme, first broadcast in August 2007 as part of Radio 2's long-running oral history series, offers an insight into the way Elvis impacted on everyday lives. Producer/Mark Hagen
November 27, 200915 yr Author BBC To Honour Elvis On 75th Birthday: BBC Radio 2 marks what would have been Elvis Presley's 75th birthday with a season of revelatory documentaries, from 26 December 2009-8 January 2010. Including programmes presented by Suzi Quatro, Jerry Hall and Rob Brydon, the season encompasses everything about "the King of Rock 'n' Roll", the music, the films, the brand and his personal life. Lewis Carnie, Head of Programmes, Radio 2, says: "From expert opinion, to Elvis through the eyes of his fans, Radio 2's season of documentaries provides a fascinating insight into Elvis the man, his music, his influence and his enduring legacy as the undisputed King of Rock 'n' Roll." Jerry Hall kicks off the season on 26 December with Elvis – Gospel According To The King (at 10pm), as she explores the importance of gospel music in Elvis Presley's life. Travelling back to his early influences, and featuring contributions from The Jordanaires, DJ Fontana, James Burton and Jerry Scheff, the programme also explains how Elvis incorporated gospel songs into his on-stage repertoire and his movie soundtracks. Jerry comments: "Although Elvis was The King of Rock 'n' Roll, his roots were the gospel music that he had grown up listening to while still a small boy when his momma took him to the Baptist churches in rural Tennessee." Between 1956 and 1969, despite having no training as an actor, Elvis made 31 films. Elvis – Movie King Or Celluloid Sellout (Part 1 can be heard on 28 December at 11.30pm and Part 2 on 29 December at 11.30pm), presented by Paul Morley, investigates the movie career of the singer, revisiting the songs and exploring the stories from GI Blues, Blue Hawaii and King Creole, to Girls Girls Girls, Flaming Star and Kissin' Cousins. Also on 29 December, Paul Gambaccini presents Elvis – Elvis & Dewey, at 10.30pm, the fascinating story of a pioneering DJ who played a part in the birth of rock 'n' roll in Memphis and the start of Elvis's career. Dewey was the first DJ to introduce an Elvis record on the radio in July 1954. The programme includes extracts from Dewey's radio and TV programmes and interviews from Louis Cantor, classmates of the entertainer and the late Memphis musician and producer, Jim Dickinson. Don't Start Me Taking About... Elvis (on 1 January at 7pm) tells the story of Elvis in the words of his fans. Offering a unique insight, the programme investigates the way The King impacted on everyday life and the commonplace. Rob Brydon's World Of Elvis – The Las Vegas Years (2 January at 10pm) explores the relationship that the singer forged with the fascinating city. Focusing on his seven-year run between 1969 and 1976, Brydon explores his Las Vegas legacy in a programme that revisits a golden period in his remarkable career. On 4 and 5 January, Paul Gambaccini tells the story of brilliant reinvention and cultural obsession of what is arguably the most influential celebrity brand in history. Elvis – The Brand (Part 1/Part 2 at 11.30pm), sidelines the singer's musical fame and highlights his power and influence as an American icon. Paul comments: "I am delighted to be involved in Radio 2's Elvis season. Elvis & Dewey spotlights the very first DJ to play a Presley record. At the other end of the time span, The Brand is right up to date in its analysis of Elvis as both cultural icon and commercial goldmine." Elvis – When The King Met The President (on 5 January at 10.30pm) is the story of when The King of Rock 'n' Roll met the President of the United States to offer his services and help in the fight against drug abuse and Communist brainwashing. Exploring the meeting between the two individuals, the programme includes accounts from President Nixon's aides, who were present on the day, and Jerry Schilling, who reveals how the relationship continued after their meeting. In a Memphis hotel room back in 1974, American singer-songwriter Suzi Quatro declined an invitation by The King himself to visit him in Graceland. Thirty-five years later, Radio 2 sends her there to explore her life-long obsession with Elvis, the connection she feels with him and his influence on her career. Graceland (on 7 January at 10pm) follows Suzi on this amazing journey as she visits Elvis's birthplace, meets his childhood friends and heads to Memphis to his first recording haven - Sun Studios. Life-long friend George Klein offers a personal insight, before Suzi makes the long-awaited and highly emotional visit to Graceland itself. Suzi comments: "To finally be going to Graceland after all these years ... wow – what a journey. It was ... very, very emotional. I was in tears many times as I traced the footsteps of Elvis Presley who was, and is, the reason I do what I do." Following his previous series profiling Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby and Judy Garland, Michael Freedland marks The King's life with a six-part series on what would have been Elvis's actual 75th birthday. Part one of The Elvis Trail (on 8 January at 7pm) begins in Tupelo, Mississippi, on 8 January 1935. Shortly before dawn, Gladys Presley gives birth to twins – Jessie Garon is born dead, but Elvis Aaron is alive and healthy. This series looks at the incredible journey of Elvis's life, ending with his untimely death on 16 August 1977. (News, Source;BrianQuinn/BBC) Looking good :cheer: :dance: :yahoo:
December 7, 200915 yr Author Suzi Quatro visits Graceland 35 years after Elvis' personal invitation Suzi Quatro has finally visited Elvis Presley's US home Graceland, 35 years after not taking Elvis up on his personal invitation in 1974. She was on tour in Memphis at that time and she had her version of All Shook Up on the American charts. Elvis heard this and phoned her up when she was sitting peacefully in her hotel room in Memphis and said 'do you want to come over?' BBC producer Mark Hagen: 'Suzi would tell you it was complicated. She was in a relationship anyway, bit busy... I think she was a bit scared - she is a huge Elvis fan, so to pick up the phone in that hotel room and have Elvis on the other end of the line...' The former glam-rocker said she was in tears when she arrived in Memphis to record a BBC Radio 2 show marking 75 years since his birth next year. The singer-turned-broadcaster has had a life-long obsession with The King, and says he influenced her whole career. Quatro's documentary Graceland to be broadcast on BBC Radio 2, on January 7 explores her obsession with Presley and his influence on her. She also visits his birthplace, meets some of his childhood friends and looks around Sun Records where the star made his earliest recordings. She said: 'To finally be going to Graceland after all these years. Wow - what a journey. It was very, very emotional. 'I was in tears many times as I traced the footsteps of Elvis Presley who was, and is, the reason I do what I do'. American-born Quatro moved to the UK in 1971 and had a string of hits in that decade including Can the Can, 48 Crash and Devil Gate Drive. Suzi Quatro will release a breathtaking tribute song to her life time idol Elvis Presley in January 2010. The Song, Singing With Angels, was recorded in 2005 with Elvis' original vocal backing group 'The Jordanaires' and guitarist James Burton in Nashville. Listen to a sound sample http://www.elvis.com.au/presley/news/suzi_...th_angels.shtml Source: ElvisPresley.com.au Another great show to listen to :dance:
December 7, 200915 yr Author EPE Christmas CD http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y48/elvis1959/1_20091206072919.jpg Each year EPE sends out a special one-track Christmas Card CD to the presidents of the Elvis Presley fan clubs around the globe. This year's edition contains the 2008 version of "Winter Wonderland" which was remastered and remixed with additional instrumentation for the Duets Christmas Album. The message from Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley: Dear Friends, This past year, we have celebrated several defining milestones in Elvis' career, including his opening engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas, his recording sessions at American Sound Studio in 1969 and the 45th Anniversary of Viva Las Vegas. It is truly amazing to see fans around the globe as they join us in celebrating Elvis' music, movies and amazing contributions to the world of entertainment. As we look towards 2010, it will be another amazing year for Elvis fans. We will have the opportunity to celebrate both Elvis' past and the events surrounding his 75th birthday as well as the future with the launch of Viva Las Vegas ELVIS from Cirque du Soleil. Both these events will result in many people being introduced to Elvis and his music for the and we'll see many more fans joining the ranks of the millions around the world. Thank you for your continued support and all the work you do in the name of Elvis Presley. Warm wishes to you and your family this holiday season. Sincerely, Priscilla Presley & Lisa Marie Presley. Published: December 6th 2009 07:32 AM. Source: ElvisMatters - ElvisNews / Published by: ElvisMatters
December 10, 200915 yr Author BBC Plans Extensive Series Of Elvis Programs BBC TV and radio are lining up a massive series of programming across the network to celebrate what would have been Elvis Presley's 75th birthday in January. In a repeat of the formula used to mark the release of The Beatles Remasters series in September, the two-week season starts on Boxing Day and runs until the singer's birthdate on January 8. Radio 2 will broadcast 10 documentaries covering various aspects of Presley's career, from his gospel roots and relationship with Dewey Phillips, the first DJ to champion his music, to his movie output and the branding which turned him into an icon. The series begins at 10pm on December 26 with model and actress Jerry Hall presenting Gospel According To The King, about Presley's roots in church music. This is followed by a two-part examination of his acting career, Movie King Or Celluloid Sell Out?, at 11.30pm on December 28 and 29, presented by music journalist Paul Morley. The second episode will be preceded by Paul Gambaccini's documentary Red, Hot And Blue, about Presley's relationship with Phillips. Gambaccini is also the presenter of Elvis The Brand, a two- parter broadcast on January 4 and 5. Gambaccini describes the programme as the story of "cultural obsession for what is arguably the most influential celebrity brand in history. This is analysis of Elvis as both cultural icon and commercial goldmine". Among other programmes are Don't Start Me Talking About Elvis, an oral history of The King's fans first broadcast in 2007, while Rob Brydon's World Of Elvis: The Las Vegas Years on January 2 explores Presley's tenure in Sin City. Elvis: When The King Met The President on January 5 tells the story of his 1973 visit to then US president Richard Nixon to offer his services in the fight against drug abuse and Communist brainwashing while Seventies pop star Suzi Quatro presents Graceland on January 7, about her lifelong fascination with Presley, including an anecdote about the occasion in 1974 when she declined an invitation to visit him at his lavish abode. And, in the wake of his extended radio profiles of Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby and Judy Garland, pop historian Michael Freedland marks The King's life with a six-part series starting on Elvis's birthday on January 8. On television, BBC Two will dedicate the evening of January 2 to an Elvis Night comprising the in-concert films Elvis Presley: The Comeback from 1968 and 1973's Elvis In Hawaii, as well as a compilation of his home movies, and a new documentary, Elvis In Vegas. This is executive-produced by BBC TV head of music Mark Cooper and will examine "the untold story" of how Presley's career was transformed by his on-off residency in Las Vegas from 1969 until his death in 1977, and also how this boosted the Nevada city's fortunes. Directed by Jeremy Marre, the film aims to show how the scheming of manager "Colonel" Tom Parker and the excesses of Vegas in turn destroyed Presley. Among contributors are his wife Priscilla Presley, Tom Jones, Nancy Sinatra and songwriters Leiber & Stoller. The season is brought to a close with a two-hour edition of Claudia Winkleman's Arts Show on BBC Two on January 8, rounding up Presley's career and examining his legacy.
December 10, 200915 yr Author Vote for Your Favorite Elvis Moment on the New 75 Years of Elvis Interactive Timeline January 8, 2010 will mark Elvis’ 75th birthday. As part of a yearlong celebration, EPE is excited to introduce the 75 Years of Elvis Timeline, an online commemoration of the life and achievements of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. The timeline features lots of photos, video, editorial, music and more and allows fans to walk-thru Elvis’ greatest accomplishments in both his personal life and his career – spanning from January 8, 1935 to January 8, 2010. In addition to being able to browse through the content on the site, fans will also have the opportunity to vote on their favorite milestone moments in Elvis’ life. Each day, fans can vote for their three favorite moments from 30 enhanced milestones on the timeline. Then, at the end of each month, after the votes have been tallied, EPE will announce the winning milestone of the month and give fans additional content on that particular milestone in Elvis’ life. By the end of 2010, the fans will have created a top 12 list of their favorite moments in Elvis' life. It is a great, fun, interactive way for fans to celebrate 75 years of Elvis. While browsing the timeline, fans will also be able to listen to music from the new Elvis 75: Good Rockin Tonight CD Box Set being released on December 5, 2009, by Sony. To start exploring the timeline and placing your votes for Elvis’ most significant moments, visit Elvis.com/Timeline. http://www.elvis.com/timeline/ Gonna have to take a proper look at this before I vote :cheer:
December 21, 200915 yr Author National Archives Commemorates 75th Anniversary Exactly 39 years ago today, a young man dressed in a black velvet jacket, adorned in gold chains and an oversized gold belt buckle presented himself at the northwest gate of the White House. Elvis Presley, the most popular singer of his time, handed the White House security agents a handwritten letter addressed to the President of the United States, Richard Nixon, requesting a meeting with him. His five-page letter, written on American Airlines stationery, also indicated his desire to become a federal agent in the war on drugs and said, "P.S. . . I have a personal gift for you which I would like to present to you and I hope that you can accept it. . . " The gift was a World War II-era Colt 45 pistol. The letter set of a chain of events that eventually led to a meeting -- within hours -- between the "king of rock 'n' roll" and the "leader of the free world." Security prevented Presley from presenting the President with the gun, but Nixon's aides accepted it on his behalf, complete with some bullets. At the meeting, pictures and detailed notes were taken. The photograph of Presley and Nixon, major figures in American culture and politics at the time, is still one of the most requested photographs from the National Archives' holdings of 15 million images. The famous meeting will be the highlight of a special event at the National Archives on Wednesday, January 6, 2010. Two eyewitnesses: Egil "Bud" Krogh, who was an Assistant to the Counsel to the President, and Jerry Schilling, a music industry professional and long-time friend of Presley will describe the encounter. The discussion, which is free and open to the public, will be moderated by Timothy Naftali, Director of the Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda, California, and introduced by David S. Ferriero, Archivist of the United States. The program commemorates the 75th anniversary of Presley's birth on January 8; the next day is the 97th anniversary of Nixon's birth. The program will be held at 7 p.m. in the William G. McGowan Theater at the National Archives. Admission is free. The McGowan Theater will open 30 minutes before the start of the program. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The public should use the Special Events Entrance to the National Archives, 7th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW. Source: PR Web / Updated: Dec 21, 2009 I just loved his outfit that day :yahoo:
January 2, 201015 yr Author Tonight on BBC2, at 8pm they're showing Elvis By The Presleys and afterwards at 9.30pm, it's Elvis: Black Leather - The '68 Comeback Special :wub: Tomorrow night, it's Elvis In Vegas, followed by Aloha :cheer: http://www.bbc.co.uk/tv/features/elvis-night/
January 4, 201015 yr Tonight on BBC2, at 8pm they're showing Elvis By The Presleys and afterwards at 9.30pm, it's Elvis: Black Leather - The '68 Comeback Special :wub: Tomorrow night, it's Elvis In Vegas, followed by Aloha :cheer: http://www.bbc.co.uk/tv/features/elvis-night/ I bet you watched them all :lol:
January 5, 201015 yr Author I bet you watched them all :lol: Naturally :yahoo: You know me so well :dancing:
January 6, 201015 yr Author Elvis you are my hero!! Come on!! wish you happy new year! Happy New Year, Amanda and welcome to BJ's Elvis forum Just found these viewing figures for the Elvis progs on BBC2 :cheer: SATURDAY BBC Two's Elvis week began at 8pm last night with documentary Elvis By The Presleys, seen by 2.35m (9.1%) over 90 minutes. Elvis: Black Leather - The '68 Comeback Special then drew 1.71m (6.9%) between 9.30pm and 10.20pm. SUNDAY 1.68m (5.9%) tuned in during the 9pm screening of Elvis in Vegas, which featured home movies and rare archive footage. Source – Jetblack on FECC These are great viewing figures considering the number of channels we can now watch in the UK :yahoo: And whilst I'm at it ELVIS Radio Specials on the BBC: There are FIVE great programmes available for podcasts on BBC Radi 2 as it celebrates Elvis' 75 Birthday: Listen to these latest programmes before their time runs out. 1. "Elvis: The Brand" Paul Gambaccini explores Elvis Presley's undiminished fame and power as an American icon. 30 mins 2. "Rob Brydon's World of Elvis: The Las Vegas Years" Rob Brydon explores the time Elvis spent in Las Vegas and his influence upon the city. 1 hour. 3. "Don't Start Me Talking...about Elvis" Hear about 'The King', in the words of his fans. 30 mins. 4. "Elvis: Movie King or Celluloid Sellout?" Paul Morley explores the movie career and overlooked film music of Elvis. 30 mins. 5. "Elvis and Dewey" Paul Gambaccini tells the story of the pioneering DJ who helped to launch Elvis' career. 1 hour. Here's the link to the Podcasts. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00pntx9 (News, Source;ElvisInfoNet) Here's some more I really enjoyed the one last night about when Elvis met Nixon :cheer: I knew the story of course, but it was good to hear it in the words of Jerry Schilling and the guys who were involved with organising it at the White House. http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search/?q=elvis
January 6, 201015 yr Happy New Year, Amanda and welcome to BJ's Elvis forum Just found these viewing figures for the Elvis progs on BBC2 :cheer: SATURDAY BBC Two's Elvis week began at 8pm last night with documentary Elvis By The Presleys, seen by 2.35m (9.1%) over 90 minutes. Elvis: Black Leather - The '68 Comeback Special then drew 1.71m (6.9%) between 9.30pm and 10.20pm. SUNDAY 1.68m (5.9%) tuned in during the 9pm screening of Elvis in Vegas, which featured home movies and rare archive footage. Source – Jetblack on FECC These are great viewing figures considering the number of channels we can now watch in the UK :yahoo: And whilst I'm at it ELVIS Radio Specials on the BBC: There are FIVE great programmes available for podcasts on BBC Radi 2 as it celebrates Elvis' 75 Birthday: Listen to these latest programmes before their time runs out. 1. "Elvis: The Brand" Paul Gambaccini explores Elvis Presley's undiminished fame and power as an American icon. 30 mins 2. "Rob Brydon's World of Elvis: The Las Vegas Years" Rob Brydon explores the time Elvis spent in Las Vegas and his influence upon the city. 1 hour. 3. "Don't Start Me Talking...about Elvis" Hear about 'The King', in the words of his fans. 30 mins. 4. "Elvis: Movie King or Celluloid Sellout?" Paul Morley explores the movie career and overlooked film music of Elvis. 30 mins. 5. "Elvis and Dewey" Paul Gambaccini tells the story of the pioneering DJ who helped to launch Elvis' career. 1 hour. Here's the link to the Podcasts. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00pntx9 (News, Source;ElvisInfoNet) Here's some more I really enjoyed the one last night about when Elvis met Nixon :cheer: I knew the story of course, but it was good to hear it in the words of Jerry Schilling and the guys who were involved with organising it at the White House. http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search/?q=elvis Cheers for that lot Carole. I have been watching them all, although we have most if them on DVD. :yahoo:
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