ELVIS CD NEWS (January-June, 2001) (Compiled by Haruo Hirose)

Jan.8	Japan	10 CD re-releases in Paper Sleeves	BMG
Jan.	USA	The Gospel Songs	GreenHill
Jan.	USA	The Very Best Of Elvis Presley	Time-Life
Jan.23	USA	Country Collection	Time-Life
Mar.1	Denmark	[FTD #9] 6363 Sunset	BMG-FTD
Mar.13	USA	Nearer My God To Thee	Provident
Mar.13	USA	He Is My Everything	Provident
Apr.1	Denmark	[FTD #10] Elvis Easter Special	BMG-FTD
May 23	Japan	The Live Greatest Hits	BMG
May 23	Japan	Rhythm & Blues	BMG
May 23	Japan	Country Rock	BMG
Jul.1	Denmark	[FTD #11] Dixieland Rocks (Live in Murfreesboro in May 1975)	BMG-FTD
Jul.10	USA	Elvis: Live In Las Vegas (4-CD)	BMG
Jul.10	USA	The Best Of Elvis Presley (1-CD)	BMG
Jul.10	USA	The Blue Suede Shoes Collection (30-CD Box Set)	BMG
Jul.24	USA	It Is No Secret	Provident
Jul.24	USA	Lead Me Guide Me	Provident
Jul-Aug	Denmark	[FTD Extra] The Way It Was (CD Book)	BMG-FTD
Aug.16	Japan	Elvis: Live In Las Vegas (4-CD, US import)	BMG
Sep.11	USA	The 50 Greatest Love Songs (2-CD)	BMG
Sep.25	USA	I'll Be Home For Christmas	Provident

"THE BLUE SUEDE SHOES COLLECTION" (30-CD Box Set)
(07863-69372-2)
Release date, July 10, 2001
30 compact discs (29 music plus one interview disc) in a blue suede box.
Bonus: First day of issue (January 8, 1993) Elvis stamped RCA envelope.

CD LISTING A Hundred Years From Now Afternoon in the Garden Amazing Grace (2-CD) Best of Artist of the Century Burning Love Can't Help Falling in Love - The Hollywood Hits The Complete 50's Masters (5-CD) From Elvis in Memphis If Every Day Was Like Christmas Love Songs Memories (2-CD) Million Dollar Quartet On Stage Pot Luck Promised Land Rhythm & Country - Essential Elvis 5 Something for Everybody Such a Night - Essential Elvis 6 That's The Way It Is (3-CD) Tiger Man Tomorrow is a Long Time * Interview disc

Elvis Presley: The Gospel Series (Provident Music Distribution)
"Lead Me Guide Me" (07863-68014-2) Release date, July 24, 2001	TRACK LISTING He Touched Me Help Me You'll Never Walk Alone Seeing Is Believing If That Isn't Love Oh Happy Day I, John Bosom Of Abraham Lead Me Guide Me Take My Hand Precious Lord Oh How I Love Jesus Show Me Thy Ways, Oh Lord Hide Thou Me Sing You Children
"It Is No Secret" (07863-68015-2) Release date, July 24, 2001	TRACK LISTING Peace In The Valley I've Got A Feeling In My Body I Believe It Is No Secret Somebody Bigger Than You And I Farther Along Mansion Over The Hilltop Without Him Where Could I Go But To The Lord By And By If The Lord Wasn't Walking By My Side Where No One Stands Alone We Call On Him He
"Nearer My God To Thee" (07863-69385-2) Release date, March 13, 2001	TRACK LISTING Amazing Grace An Evening Prayer Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus / Nearer My God To Thee There Is No God But God Reach Out To Jesus Put Your Hand In The Hand We Call On Him Where No One Stands Alone Run On Only Believe Stand By Me Milky White Way Let Us Pray If We Never Meet Again
"He Is My Everything" (07863-69386-2) Release date, March 13, 2001	TRACK LISTING How Great Thou Art His Hand in Mine He Is My Everything In My Father's House Known Only To Him Joshua Fit The Battle He knows Just What I Need Swing Down Sweet Chariot I've Got Confidence Working On The Building Crying In The Chapel I'm Gonna Walk Dem Golden Stairs In The Garden The Lord's Prayer
"I'll Be Home For Christmas" Release date, October 9, 2001	TRACK LISTING Silent Night O Little Town Of Bethlehem On A Snowy Christmas Night I'll Be Home For Christmas If Every Day Was Like Christmas Blue Christmas It Won't Seem Like Christmas Silver Bells I'll Be Home On Christmas Day White Christmas Holly Leaves And Christmas Trees The First Noel O Come All Ye Faithful Christmas Message From Elvis (with The Jordanaires/Choir/Silent Night)

ELVIS #1 HITS SINGLE COLLECTION BOX SET WORLDWIDE ELVIS can now reveal that we will be offering an incredible colored vinyl box set of 23 singles with original picture covers (front and backs!) beginning July 31 or before!!! This INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL wooden box will contain RED VINYL reproductions of 18 original U.S. RCA 45RPM singles PLUS repros (also on RED VINYL) of the 5 FUN singles - all with LEGITIMATE picture covers (designed by the WWELVIS graphic designer Jimmy C!) for the first time!! This set is LIMITED and we are not using that word loosely!! Go to Worldwide Elvis for more details!

I have read on DCC postings from one of their producers that "24 Karat Hits, Vol. 2" is now put on hold due to the fact that BMG have retired 50% of their tapes. Also on Worldwide Elvis it says the BMG release for next year "The Real Elvis! The Ultimate Rock'n' Roll Collection" has been cancelled.

(Mar. 16, 2001)
(Mar.9, Feb.27, Feb. 15, 2001. Thanks to K.Suzuki)

3 Elvis CD's will be released in Japan on May 23.

	The Live Greatest Hits (BVCM-31071) TRACK LISTING Blue Suede Shoes Heartbreak Hotel Jailhouse Rock Are You Lonesome Tonight One Night I've Lost You I just can't Help Believin' Kentucky Rain In The Ghetto Don't Cry Daddy The Wonder Of You (unreleased live) Polk Salad Annie Suspicious Minds All Shock Up Hound Dog You Don't Have To Say You Love Me Until It's Time For You To Go Burning Love American Trilogy A Big Hunk Of Love Can't Help Falling In Love
	Rhythm & Blues (BVCM-31072) TRACK LISTING (Selected by Kikuo Suzuki) Mystery Train I Got A Woman My Baby Left Me Hound Dog (live) One Night Of Sin When It Rains, It Really Pours Santa Claus Is Back In Town Trouble Like A Baby Reconsider Baby I Feel So Bad Little Sister Down In The Alley Big Boss Man Hi-Heel Sneakers Baby What You Want Me To Do (live) Stranger In My Own Home Town Power Of My Love What'd I Say (live) See See Rider (live) Merry Christmas Baby I Got A Feeling In My Body Steamroller Blues (live) Shake A Hand
	Country Rock (BVCM-31073) TRACK LISTING (Selected by Kenta Hagiwara) U.S. Male Wearin' That Loved On Look A Little Bit Of Green Gentle On My Mind From A Jack To A King I'll Hold You In My Heart Kentucky Rain Polk Salad Annie (live) Walk A Mile In My Shoes (live) The Fool It Ain't No Big Thing I Really Don't Want To Know Faded Love Funny How Time Slips Away Help Me Make It Through The Night I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry (live) Find Out What's Happening I've Got A Thing About You baby Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues Talk About The Good Times There's A Honky Tonk Angel I Can Help T-R-O-U-B-L-E He'll Have To Go

Jerry Scheff's New CD "FIRE DOWN BELOW" Musicians; Ron Tutt - Drums Glen D. Hardin - Piano & Clavinet James Burton - Lead Guitar Jerry Scheff - Bass & Rhythm Guitar Al Perkins - Rhythm Guitar Terry Mike Jeffery - Lead Vocals Michael Stanton - Lead Vocal, "Living In Paradise" Albert Lee - Lead Guitar, "Fire Down Below 1976" Jason Scheff - Background Vocal Bill Champlin - Background Vocal The Sweet Inspirations - Background Vocals Hi! This is Jerry Scheff. Here's my new CD called, "Fire Down Below". To my knowledge, "Fire Down Below" was the last song Elvis Presley worked on in a studio situation. He never completed the vocal. Being that I wrote the song, I was naturally disappointed. So twenty-five years later, the TCB band with Terry Mike Jeffery singing lead, got together and recorded it along with some other songs of mine. Making this CD has been a labor of love. Thank you, Jerry

ジェリー・シェフのＣＤ、 "FIRE DOWN BELOW" が発売されました。 興味のある方は こちらへ

ELVIS: FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER UPDATE - Unfortunately, we just learned yesterday from Michael Omansky of BMG New York that this legal situation with Joe has also affected the upcoming WORLDWIDE ELVIS - ELVIS:FIRST TIME EVER CD / book project! At this time, BMG does not want to sanction a CD release that would be sold along with a book by an author (Joe Tunzi) who is currently in lititation with the Estate so, as of today, this project has been put on hold! We hope to have more information as to its' future next week or a new alternative plan!! STAY TUNED!!! More updates soon. Thanks Paul Dowling (13 APR 2001)

ＣＤブック "ELVIS: FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER" について、 ジョー・タンジの本と ＢＭＧのＣＤを セットで売ってはならぬと ＥＰＥから 横槍が入りました。

ELVIS: FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER NEW U.S. BMG CD + Joe Tunzi photo book!! - Finally we can reveal an EXCLUSIVE brand new WORLDWIDE ELVIS U.S. package that will be released in June - ELVIS: FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER! It will contain a special 12 track CD (made by BMG New York!!) and a 96 page photo book by Joe Tunzi! The CD features songs that have NEVER BEEN ON CD BEFORE, taken either from the original RCA vinyl or cassette masters. The new Joe Tunzi book (also with the same title and cover as the CD) is published by WORLDWIDE ELVIS and is ONLY AVAILABLE from us! Joe will NOT be selling it! It will contain all new photos NEVER SEEN BEFORE. Joe has gone out of his way to make this his BEST BOOK EVER!! - Regular price for both CD and book will be $69.95 but the PRE PUBLICATION PRICE (before May 15) is $59.95 (the regular retail price of most of Joe's books!!) BONUS!! There will also be a special 3 track promotional premium CD with songs NOT on the regular 12 tracker. For complete information please see the FIRST TIME EVER page Please get in touch with me if you have any questions or wish to order. Thanks Paul Dowling (941)346 1930 (wwelvis@home.com) http://www.worldwideelvis.com ( CD Cancelled ) ELVIS: FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER TRACK LISTING ( CD Cancelled ) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face (March 15, 1971, Extended Version) It Hurts Me (June 20, 1968, Alternate Take) Let Yourself Go (June 20, 1968, Alternate Take) Let It Be Me (Feb. 15, 1970, Live Version) Always On My Mind (March 30, 1972, Overdubbed "This Is Elvis" Version) An American Trilogy (April 9, 1972, Overdubbed "This Is Elvis" Version) Don't Cry Daddy (Feb. 17 , 1970, Live Version) A Big Hunk O' Love (Feb. 16, 1972, Live Version) It's Only Love (May 20, 1971, Extended Version) Fool (March 28, 1972, Extended Version) ??? ???

Released on April 1st.
ELVIS EASTER SPECIAL (Follow That Dream #10, 074321-84215-2)

TRACK LISTING March Of Dimes 57 It Is No Secret (Take 12) He Knows Just What I Need (Take 1) Mansion Over The Hilltop (Take 1) Joshua Fit The Battle (Take 1) I'm Gonna Walk Dem Golden Stairs (Take 2-3) Known Only To Him (Take 1-2) Run On (Take 2) Stand By Me (Take 2) So High (Take 2) Somebody Bigger Than You And I (Take 12) We Call On Him (Take 4-5) Saved (Take 1) An Evening Prayer (Take 2) Seeing Is Believin' (Take 4) There Is No God But God (Take 1-2) He Is My Everything (Take 1) Bosom Of Abrahaham (Take 7) I Got A Feeling In My Body (Take 6-7) If That Isn't Love (Take 2-6-7)

BMG-Japan Special Promo 45 vinyl Teddy Bear / Baby I Don't Care (large image) まだ遅くない。 第２弾 ペーパースリーブ・ コレクション・ ＣＤ １０枚を 買って、 「テディ・ベア」の シングル版を 貰いましょう。

The Roots of Presley Catfish Records (UK) Release Date; 26 Mar. 2001

TRACK LISTING I Love You Because; Leon Payne That's All Right; Arthur Crudup Blue Moon Of Kentucky; Bill Monroe Tomorrow Night; Lonnie Johnson Just Because; The Shelton Brothers Good Rockin' Tonight; Wynonnie Harris My Baby Left Me; Arthur Crudup Down By The Riverside; Sister Rosetta Tharpe Little Cabin On The Hill; Bill Monroe Precious Lord; The Golden Gate Quartet I Need You So; Ivory Joe Hunter So Glad You're Mine; Arthur Crudup Frankie And Johnny; Jimmie Rodgers I'm Movin' On; Hank Snow Faded Love; Bob Wills I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry; Hank Williams See See Rider; Wea Bea Booze Aura Lee; The Shelton Brothers Milk Cow Blues; Johnnie Lee Wills Old Shep; Red Foley Blueberry Hill; Gene Autry

Release Date, March 1, 2001
"6363 SUNSET" (Follow That Dream #9, 074321-84214-2)

Order it from Elvis Unlimited

TRACK LISTING (Mar.28-29, 1972) Always On My Mind (take 3) Burning Love (take 2) For The Good Times (take 3) Where Do You Go From Here (take 6) Fool (take 1) It's A Matter Of Time (alt.take) (Rehearsal, Mar.30-31, 1972) See See Rider (take 2) Until It's Time For You To Go A Big Hunk O Love (take 2) All Shook Up Heartbreak Hotel Teddy Bear / Don't Be Cruel Can't Help Falling In Love (Mar.11-12 1975) Green, Green. Grass Of Home (take 2-3) Susan When She Tried (take 1-2) And I Love You So (take 1) Bringing It Back (take 2-3) T-R-O-U-B-L-E (take 1) Shake A Hand (take 2)

New Danish Elvis CD Denmark is releasing thier own CD, Greatest Hits. This is first Denmark only release since Danske Single Hits in 1992. This will be a double CD, with tracks from Love Me Tender to Always On My Mind. We'll offer this CD for only 139.- DKK + Postage. It will be released on March 28th only 3 days before our Convention in Randers. A lot of promotion material will be produced and there will also be TV Commercials etc. A special promotion CD with one track, Are You Lonesome Tonight? will be made in very small quantities (300). You may order it here: Greatesthits@elvispresley.dk Henrik Knudsen, Elvis Unlimited

T.K.O. Magnum (UK) is releasing the 2 CD-set PLAYING WITH FIRE (CDMF 501) on Feb. 23. This set was released in the states last year as GOOD ROCKIN' TONIGHT - THE EVOLUTION OF ELVIS PRESLEY and contains all known recordings of Elvis' Louisiana Hayride appearances.

"3000 Miles To Graceland" (Original Soundtrack Album)

Release Date: February 20, 2001 Tracks; Killing Time ((Hed) P.E.); It's Gonna Kill Me (Filter); Bleeder (Nothingface); Mansion On The Hill (A3); Smartbomb (BT); In 2 Deep (Kenny Wayne Shepherd); Who's Your Uncle (Uncle Kracker); Come In Hard (Hardnox); New Disease (Spineshank); Angel Dust (Bender); Vapor Trail (Crystal Method); Loaded Gun (Hednoize); Franklin's Requiem (George S. Clinton); Such A Night (Elvis Presley)

Provident Music Distribution and RCA to Debut Elvis Presley: The Gospel Series in March Provident Music Distribution and RCA, through a special offering exclusive to the Christian retail and gift markets, are making available an unparalleled collection of Elvis' best inspirational and gospel works. The project, Elvis Presley: The Gospel Series, will ultimately consist of five discs for a total of over fifty-six irreplaceable rare recordings performed by Elvis during his history-making career. The first two releases in this landmark series, entitled Nearer My God to Thee and He Is My Everything, will be available at Christian retailers, gift and specialty markets nationwide beginning March 13, 2001. "Long-time fans of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley know that the artist had a deep love for his Gospel music roots," reflects Don Noes, sr. vice president of Provident Music Distribution. "However, few realize just how long-standing and powerful the connection is. In fact, despite Elvis' unparalleled success as a mainstream star, the only coveted GRAMMY awards he ever received were for his gospel recordings and live performances." "This is an exciting opportunity for Christian music fans and fans of Elvis to experience the important gospel works of the undisputable king of rock 'n' roll," continues Noes. "Elvis's distinguished career was marked by the award winning songs heard in this never before offered series." "We are excited to have the opportunity to bring the power of Elvis Presley's gospel music into the Christian market through Provident," explained RCA Records senior vice president Mike Omansky. "This series will help us reach a new and wider audience, for an artist whose sales continue to increase year by year. The titles bring out the essence of Elvis and his love for gospel music, and will surely connect with the hearts of consumers." Over the span of his career, Elvis recorded well over eighty gospel songs, many of which have long gone unheard even by the most dedicated collectors of Elvis music. Both the Nearer My God to Thee and He Is My Everything discs will contain fourteen songs, including such Gospel and Inspirational classics as "Amazing Grace," "How Great Thou Art," "In the Garden," and "The Lord's Prayer," performed in the unmistakable vocal style of a true music legend. Provident Music Distribution will be supporting Elvis Presley: The Gospel Series through national advertising, radio giveaways, Elvis "Blue Suede" counter displays, and a variety of Internet promotions and contests. The presentation of Nearer My God to Thee and He Is My Everything to retailers will begin the week of Elvis's 66th birthday, which is Jan. 8. The next release in the series is slated for late June and a Christmas release is slated for late September. For more information, contact: Rick Hoganson Ph/Fax: (615) 459-9870/9907 Hoganson@Prodigy.net

Provident Music の発表では、 来年３月 発売の ＣＤ "He Is My Everything" と "Nearer My God to Thee" は 「エルヴィス・ プレスリー・ ゴスペル・ シリーズ」として 発売される ５枚の内の 最初の ２枚で、６月 及び９月にも ゴスペル・ クリスマス ＣＤの 発売が 予定されています。

New Release from Time-Life Music The Heroes Of Rock 'n' Roll Collection "The Very Best Of Elvis Presley" (Product Number: 9926)

TRACK LISTING

Disc 1 Teddy Bear His Latest Flame Devil In Disguise A Big Hunk O' Love All Shook Up Baby Let's Play House Blue Suede Shoes Burning Love Don't Be Cruel Good Luck Charm Good Rockin' Tonight Hard Headed Woman Heartbreak Hotel Hound Dog Jailhouse Rock

Disc 2 Lawdy, Miss Clawdy Little Sister Money Honey (unreleased version) My Baby Left Me One Night One Night Of Sin Ready Teddy Return To Sender See See Rider (unreleased version) Stuck On Your That's All Right Promised Land Too Much Viva Las Vegas Wear My Ring Around Your Neck

A New Gospel CD released from Green Hill Music.
"Elvis Presley: The Gospel Songs"

TRACK LISTING In the Garden Farther Along Peace in the Valley Where Could I Go But to the Lord It Is No Secret If That Isn't Love His Hand in Mine How Great Thou Art Take My Hand, Precious Lord Who Am I? Bridge Over Troubled Water Amazing Grace

E-mail to lmt@rrm.co.jp (Love Me Tender)

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