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April 08, 1955 Elvis performed at the B&B Club, Gobler, Missouri. April 08, 1956 This was the first day of a new tour featuring Faron Young and Jimmy and Johnny. Elvis performed at the Coliseum, Denver, Colorado at 3.00 and 8.00 p.m. April 08, 1957 Elvis returned home to Audubon Drive. April 08, 1966 Principal photography for Spinout was completed and by the end of the following week Elvis' work on the film was done. April 08, 1968 Elvis had an electric gate installed at the Hillcrest house. April 08, 1972 Elvis performed at the Stokely Athletic Center, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee at 2.30 and 8.30 p.m. April 08, 1973 Accompanied by Linda and some friends Elvis flew to San Francisco, to attend Ed Parker's California Karate Championships. There he discovered the unauthorized use of his name both in promotion and on the marquee and flew back to Los Angeles again, very disappointed about this exploitation by friends.

April 07, 1955 Elvis performed at the Court House, Corinth, Mississippi at 2.30 and 8.00 p.m. April 07, 1956 Elvis flew to Denver to began a new tour booked by A.V. Bamford. April 07, 1962 Elvis flew to Hawaii at 9.00 a.m. accompanied by his entourage. The Colonel, who was already in Honolulu, had arranged a helicopter for Elvis to bring him from the airport to the hotel. On his walk from the helicopter to the door of the Hawaiian Village Hotel, Elvis lost his yachting cap, his diamond ring and his jeweled tie, due to 8,000 screaming fans. April 07, 1972 http://www.elvisnews.com/images/pow/pow164s.jpg Elvis performed at the University of Dayton Arena, Dayton, Ohio. April 07, 1976 Elvis returned to Memphis for 2 weeks, until the start of the next tour.

April 06, 1953 For the second time Elvis visited the employment office and stated that he had reevaluated his professional ambitions and wanted to operate "big lathes". April 06, 1956 In the evening Elvis flew to Las Vegas for a short trip at the New Frontier Hotel. This was Elvis' first trip to this show mecca and he was entranced. April 06, 1956 Paramount Pictures signed Elvis Presley to a three-movie contract just a few days after his first screen test. April 06, 1957 Elvis performed at the Sports Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at 2.30 and 8.00 p.m. Some students threw eggs at Elvis during the evening show and even hit the guitar, which was laid down on the stage. April 06, 1962 Elvis returned to Los Angeles. April 06, 1968 Elvis and Priscilla went to Las Vegas. There they went to the Flamingo, to see Tom Jones' midnight show. April 06, 1970 Elvis bought a 6 door 1969 Mercedes limo. April 06, 1972 Elvis performed at the Olympia Stadium, Detroit, Michigan.

http://www.elvisnews.com/images/various/cd-simply-the-best2.jpg The argentinean Garra Record released the CDs Simply The Best volume 1 and 2. According to Elvis Club Berlin both volume 1 and 2 are also in a DVD/CD combination, we have no idea what's on the DVDs. Tracklist Volume 1 Jailhouse Rock - Are You Lonesome Tonight - Stuck On You - Crying In The Chapel - Fever - It´s Now Or Never - Make Me Know It - Soldier Boy - Loving You - I Gotta Now - Ain´t That Loving You Baby - I Believe IN The Men In The Sky - Reconsider Baby - (I´m Gonna) Walk Dem Golden Stairs - Hard Headed Woman - In My Father´s House - A Mess A Blue - Pocketful Of Rainbows - The Girl Of My Best Friend - White Christmas - Swing Down Sweet Chariot - Ready Teddy Volume 2 Don´t Be Cruel - Fame And Fortune - G. I. Blues - It Is NO Secret (What God Can Do) - Working On The Building - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear - I Got Stung - Heartbreak Hotel - I Beg Of You - I Need Your Love Tonight - King Creole - Know Only To Him - Mean Woman Blues - Tutti Frutti - Trouble - Milky White Way - Summer Kisses, Winter Tears - (Now An Then There´s) A Fool Such As I - Like A Baby - Silent Night - It Feels So Right - Surrender Loving the Album cover :wub:

Pledging My Love :wub:

April 05, 1956 Elvis performed at the Arena, San Diego, California and received $15,000 for his 2 nights in San Diego. April 05, 1957 Elvis performed at the Sports Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at 7.00 and 9.00 p.m. He appeared in a half-filled 6,500 seat arena after first facing hostile questions from a group of high school newspaper reporters. April 05, 1966 Elvis bought some spiritual studies from Gilbert's Book Shop. April 05, 1972 Elvis performed at the Memorial Auditorium, Buffalo, New York. This performance was filmed with a small Sony videotape by Bob Abel, to create a visual and audio record, which was used as a blueprint for the full camera crew which would begin work on Sunday in Hampton Roads, Virginia. April 05, 1977 Elvis was discharged from the hospital by Dr. Nick and he returned to Graceland at 5.00 a.m. Later in the day Priscilla and Lisa Marie flew in.

April 04, 1956 Elvis performed at the Arena, San Diego, California. April 04, 1963 Elvis bought women's clothing for more than $1,300 at Laclede's on Union Avenue. April 04, 1965 Elvis bought a fleet of motorcycles, one for each of the guys. April 04, 1968 This was the day Martin Luther King was assassinated in Memphis and Elvis was shocked. Dr. King's speech (I have a dream) was one of Elvis' favorite pieces. April 04, 1973 Elvis was at home in Los Angeles where he saw the Aloha From Hawaii broadcast on NBC at 8,30 p.m. April 04, 1975 Elvis left Las Vegas and flew to Los Angeles.

April 03, 1955 Elvis was stopped for speeding outside of Shreveport in his Cadillac. He posted $25 and was notified to appear for arraignment on Tuesday, April 5. April 03, 1956 Elvis performed at the Milton Berle Show, USS Hancock, San Diego, California. Elvis was paid $3,000 for his appearance on the show, which was broadcast from the deck of an aircraft carrier. April 03, 1956 Elvis Presley made the first of two appearances on "The Milton Berle Show." He sang "Heartbreak Hotel" and two other songs. He earned $5,000. April 03, 1957 http://www.elvisnews.com/images/pow/pow043s.jpg Elvis took the 8.00 a.m. train to Ottawa, Canada, where he performed at the Ottawa Auditorium, at 4.40 and 8.00 p.m. After the show Elvis talked to some reporters: "It's a very uncertain business. The end may come in a lot less time than a few years". April 03, 1960 Elvis went to Nashville for a recording session. The group of musicians were joined by saxophonist Boots Randolph. The plan was to record 10 songs over the next few nights, but Elvis recorded 12 songs in one marathon session from 7.30 p.m. to 7.30 a.m. April 03, 1960 Elvis Presley recorded the songs "It's Now Or Never" and "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" in Nashville. April 03, 1962 Elvis didn't want to go to Hawaii by plane, so the start of the picture was delayed. But at the last minute he was forced to fly because of a strike. He used the intervening time to drive to Las Vegas, where he stayed at the Sahara Hotel. April 03, 1976 Elvis flew out of Memphis, most likely for a brief visit to Las Vegas or Palm Springs.

http://www.elvisnews.com/images/various/book-collecting-elvis.jpg Coming this summer is a new Elvis collectors price guide by Sean O'Neal called "Collecting Elvis Presley - The 1950's". Joe Krein has helped make this book possible with the author using 100s of images from his collection. The book includes: • 700 Color Photographs of Elvis Memorabilia • Selection of never before pictured Elvis collector's items • Current Market Value of each item • Tips for making sure that you buy authentic Elvis collectibles • History of EPE (Elvis Presley Enterprises) Retail Price is expected at $60.00.

It Hurts Me :wub:

April 02, 1954 Elvis returned to Humes for another talent show, accompanied by Dixie. April 02, 1955 Elvis performed at the Louisiana Hayride, from the City Auditorium, Houston, Texas. Elvis appeared on a Hayride remote broadcast with Slim Whitman, Hoot and Curley, Johnny Horton, Tibby Edwards and Floyd Cramer. Elvis "did" "Little Mama", "That's All Right", "You're A Heartbreaker" and "Shake, Rattle And Roll". Over 2,000 people were turned away for this performance and Elvis and Slim Whitman both tore the house down. April 02, 1957 http://www.elvisnews.com/images/pow/pow205s.jpg Elvis performed at the Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto, Canada at 6.00 and 8.00 p.m. He wore the full gold suit and accompanied himself on the piano on "Blueberry Hill". April 02, 1963 Elvis and Priscilla were spotted in the Chenault's parking lot by a reporter. April 02, 1970 Elvis and Priscilla made a down payment of $13,000 on a house at 845 Chino Canyon in Palm Springs and signed for a mortgage for $85,000. April 02, 1973 Elvis was promoted by Ed Parker to the 16th degree black belt in his International Kenpo Karate Association.

April 01, 1955 Elvis performed at the Ector County Auditorium, Odessa, Texas. April 01, 1956 Elvis, Gene Smith and the band flew from Shreveport to San Diego, where Elvis would appear on the Milton Berle's television show. April 01, 1957 http://www.elvisnews.com/images/pow/pow147s.jpg Elvis performed at the Memorial Auditorium, Buffalo, New York. He appeared in his gold jacket, black pants and "gold slippers with rhinestones on the tassels". April 01, 1959 Elvis had rented a piano and spent a great deal of time singing and playing. April 01, 1963 Elvis returned to Memphis and bought Priscilla a red Corvair, so that she could drive herself to school every day. April 01, 1975 http://www.elvisnews.com/images/pow/pow064s.jpg This was Elvis' final night in Las Vegas which began with the postponed "invitation only" dinner show. The following midnight show broke out in a wild water fight among singers and musicians. The climax of the show were the Colonel and Lamar who appeared on stage dresses as Santa Clauses. April 01, 1977 Elvis returned to Memphis in the early morning hours. He checked into the Memphis Baptist Hospital at 6.45 a.m.

March 31, 1955 Elvis performed at the Reo Palm Isle, Longview, Texas. March 31, 1956 Elvis performed at the Louisiana Hayride, Municipal Auditorium, Shreveport. This was Elvis' last appearance on a regularly scheduled Hayride show. March 31, 1957 Elvis performed at the Olympia Stadium, Detroit, Michigan, at 2.00 and 8.00 p.m. March 31, 1972 Filming of the MGM documentary continued, with Elvis and the musicians working through the tour repertoire. The night ended with Elvis, Charlie Hodge, James Burton and J.D. Sumner gathering around the piano singing gospels. March 31, 1977 Elvis performed at the Louisiana State University Assembly Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. However, Elvis was unable to go on with the tour and the last 3 shows of the tour were canceled. March 31, 1977 Elvis planned to perform at Louisiana State University Assembly Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, but was unable to go on and the next 3 shows were canceled as well.

March 27, 1957 Elvis left for Chicago with Gene Smith and Arthur Hooton. March 27, 1959 Elvis celebrated the halfway mark of his army stint with an "Over the Hump" party. March 27, 1961 Principal photography for Blue Hawaii began on location in Hawaii and continued for 3 weeks. March 27, 1962 Elvis was examined by the studio doctor in the morning for cast insurance. Afterwards Elvis worked on the soundtrack at Radio Recorders from 1.00 p.m. to 12.30 a.m. March 27, 1969 In preparation for his upcoming Las Vegas engagement Elvis began to think about material. Because of the absence of Red West, Elvis started to work with Charlie Hodge on plans for the show. Today Joe Esposito purchased a new tape recorder, speakers and other audio equipment, as well as a drum set for ongoing musical experimentation. March 27, 1970 Elvis flew back to Los Angeles and spent the next weeks traveling back and forth between there, Palm Springs and Las Vegas, never spending more than a few days in any location. March 27, 1972 Although Elvis had been rehearsing for his Vegas opening at RCA studio since 1969, he had not recorded there since April 1960. This would also be the first time that Elvis worked with J.D. Sumner and the Stamps and with his live band. All were there except for Jerry Scheff, who was replaced by Emory Gordy. The sessions began at 7.00 p.m. and ended in the early morning hours. Elvis focused on bittersweet songs of loss and regret like "Where Do I Go From Here", "For The Good Times" and "Separate Ways", which was written for and about him. March 27, 1972 In 1972, Elvis Presley recorded what was his last major hit, "Burning Love." March 27, 1976 Elvis took his 3-wheeled Supercycle for a spin on the Graceland grounds with Linda. March 27, 1977 Elvis performed at the Taylor County Coliseum, Abilene, Texas, and some songs were recorded by Felton Jarvis.

March 26, 1953 Elvis visited the Tennessee State Employment Security office, listing his address as 462 Alabama, where the family had moved to an apartment in a large Victorian home at a rent of $50 a month. Elvis filled out the application carefully with a pencil, noting under "leisure time activities": "Sings, playing ball, working on car, going to movies", and indicating that he would like to work as a machinist. At the end of the application form, the interviewer noted that his appearance as a "rather flashily dressed 'playboy' type was denied, by fact had worked hard past 3 summers, wanted a job dealing with people. March 26, 1955 Elvis performed at the Louisiana Hayride, Municipal Auditorium, Shreveport. March 26, 1956 Elvis did a screen test for Hal Wallis at Paramount Studios which lasted 3 days. March 26, 1960 The Frank Sinatra show was taped at 6.15 p.m. for airing on May 12. Elvis performed "Stuck On You", "Fame And Fortune", (his new single) and with Frank Sinatra a duet of "Witchcraft" and "Love Me Tender". March 26, 1962 Elvis reported to Paramount for preproduction of his new picture, Girls! Girls! Girls! Soundtrack recording sessions began at Radio Recorders and ran from 11.00 a.m. until after midnight. In 3 days, 15 songs were recorded, including "Return To Sender". March 26, 1971 Elvis received a bill for an American flag pin, he had ordered while he was in the hospital from another jeweler, Lowell Hays. March 26, 1974 Elvis flew to California and most likely remained in Los Angeles and Palm Springs for the next 2 and a half weeks. March 26, 1976 During the evening Elvis came across an accident on I-240 and after displaying his badge, he helped the victims. March 26, 1977 Elvis performed at the University of Oklahoma Lloyd Noble Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

March 25, 1955 Elvis performed at the Dermott High School, Dermott, Arkansas. March 25, 1956 Elvis flew from New York to Los Angeles for his Hollywood screen test and was picked up by the Colonel, Tom Diskin and Leonard Hirshan, who recalled Elvis getting out off the plane with a camera around his neck like any other tourist. Elvis' band drove back to Memphis stopping to visit Carl Perkins in the Hospital in Dover, Delaware, with a get-well message from Elvis. March 25, 1957 Elvis sent a telegram of explanation and apology to Private Nixon, with whom there was an incident 3 days before. Then there was a meeting between Elvis and Judge Boushe in chambers and the incident was settled without legal action. Together with his parents, Elvis finalized their purchase of Graceland for $102,500 and within a few days Elvis hired a local interior decorator, George Golden. March 25, 1958 At Fort Chaffee, Elvis got himself the traditional GI haircut before a crowd of reporters and photographers. March 25, 1961 Elvis flew to Honolulu, where he arrived at 12.15 p.m. with country comedian Minnie Pearl. After watching the way which Elvis was mobbed, she told him: "those women could kill you", but Elvis assured her: " they're not going to hurt me". Later at 3.30 there was a press conference in the Carousel Room at the Hawaiian Village Hotel. Elvis performed at the Bloch Arena, Honolulu, and the show raised over $62,000 toward a memorial building for the USS Arizona sailors. March 25, 1970 Elvis arrived home in Memphis for a couple of days. March 25, 1977 Elvis performed at the University of Oklahoma Lloyd Noble Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

March 24, 1956 Due to a snowstorm Elvis and the band arrived too late in New York, where they stayed at the Warwick Hotel. The $185 EP initial ring which Elvis had bought the week before was delivered to him by jeweler Benny Kaplan. At 8.00 p.m. Elvis performed at the Stage Show, CBS Studio. Because of Carl Perkins' accident the day before, Elvis chose not to perform Blue Suede Shoes. Instead he did Money Honey and his big hit Heartbreak Hotel. March 24, 1958 Accompanied by Anita and his parents Elvis reported to the draft board at 6.35 a.m. Elvis was assigned serial number 53 310 761 and after his physical he was put in charge of the group, which would be taking an army bus to Fort Chaffee, Arkansas. During this bus trip Elvis would meet Rex Mansfield, who would become one of his closest army friends. March 24, 1977 Elvis performed at the Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas. On this tour Elvis' wardrobe was limited to 2 jumpsuits that he could fit into.

March 23, 1955 Elvis, Scotty, Bill and Bob Neal flew to New York City and this flight was almost certainly Elvis' first airplane flight. The Arthur Godfrey audition took place at 2.30 p.m. on the 14th floor at 501 Madison Avenue. March 23, 1956 Elvis performed at the SS Mount Vernon, Washington, D.C. where he was the featured attraction on the Country Music Cruise promoted by well-known country DJ and promoter Connie B. Gay. March 23, 1957 Elvis attended an all-night gospel singing at Ellis Auditorium. March 23, 1958 This was Elvis' last night before his inductions. Elvis, Anita and some friends went to a drive-in and afterwards everyone went roller-skating. Elvis didn't go to bed all night. March 23, 1961 Soundtrack recording at Radio Recorders ran from 1.00 tot 5.22 p.m. March 23, 1970 Elvis returned to Los Angeles and the next evening he flew on to Memphis. March 23, 1971 Elvis bought 25 watches at $75 each from Memphis jeweler Harry Levitch. March 23, 1977 Elvis performed at the Arizona State University Activities Center, Tempe, Arizona. Just before stepping out on stage Elvis whispered to his cousin: "You didn't think I'd make it, did you?" and Billy recalled that Elvis put on "a hell of a show".

March 21, 1956 Elvis performed at the YMCA Arena, Lexington, Kentucky. Elvis was not feeling well and was attended by a physician before the show. He told reporters his success "appears to be a dream to me. I hope I can continue to please the public." March 21, 1958 Elvis bought a 1956 Ford for Anita Wood. March 21, 1960 Elvis traveled by train from Nashville to Miami, for the Frank Sinatra show. Once again there were thousands of fans along the route. March 21, 1961 The soundtrack recording for Blue Hawaii began at Radio Recorders at 1.00 p.m. They worked until 11.50 p.m. In 2 days there were completed 15 songs, including Can't Help Falling In Love. The usual Nashville players were there including Hal Blaine, a percussionist, and steel guitar and ukuleles to help create a Hawaiian sound. March 21, 1976 Elvis performed at the Riverfront Coliseum, Cincinnati, Ohio at 2.30 and 8.30 p.m.

March 22, 1956 Elvis performed at the Mosque Theater, Richmond, Virginia, at 7.00 and 9.00 p.m. March 22, 1957 Downtown Memphis Elvis was accused of pulling a gun on Private Hershel Nixon, a 19 year old Marine, who claimed that Elvis had insulted his wife. March 22, 1958 Each night for the past week, Elvis had rented out the Rainbow Rollerdrome after its regular hours. It was on one of these nights that he met Sonny West, Red's cousin. March 22, 1960 Elvis checked into the penthouse of Miami's Fontainebleau Hotel with Joe, Lamar, Gene and Cliff. The rest of the week he rehearsed for the Frank Sinatra show. March 22, 1961 Soundtrack recording at Radio Recorders continued from 1.00 to 10.20 p.m. March 22, 1963 Elvis was released from duties after Hal Wallis had seen and approved the film. Elvis left for Memphis right away, because Priscilla was there waiting for him. March 22, 1967 Principal photography for Clambake began. Elvis was restored both to health and to his old Hollywood state of mind. March 22, 1971 Back in Memphis Elvis had an appointment at Memphis Eye and Ear Hospital. March 22, 1972 Elvis returned to Los Angeles for a recording session at RCA's Hollywood studio. March 22, 1976 Elvis performed at the Kiel Auditorium, St. Louis, Missouri. March 22, 1977 Late in the evening Billy Smith was barely able to rouse Elvis and got him on the plane to depart for his second tour of the year. Dr. Nick was forced to put Elvis on an IV.

h I was laughing when i watched this and Tom Jones came up with yet another story. Everytime he is on TV now he always has to mention something to do with Elvis :rolleyes:

Me too :yahoo:

He sure is :cheer:

Too right :blink: