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Major New Photography Gallery to Open in Chelsea with Young Elvis Exhibition
The King's Road in Chelsea is to see the launch of a major new photography gallery later this month, as Proud Chelsea opens its doors for the first time. Alex Proud, Director of Proud Galleries has recently announced the company's expansion, with this new space dedicated exclusively to photography. Situated just down the road from the Saatchi Gallery and world-renowned art publishers Taschen, Proud Chelsea launches with an exhibition comprising photographs of a young Elvis Presley.
Elvis at 21 – New York to Memphis consists of an amazing array of candid photographs taken of the young Elvis before and during his rise to worldwide megastardom. These images, taken by renowned photographer Alfred Wertheimer, have never been exhibited before in the UK. Following hot on the heels of the launch of Proud Cabaret, a burlesque club in the City, Proud Chelsea sees Proud Galleries in some ways returning to its roots. As Director Alex Proud says, "Photography is my love, it is what Proud is founded on and Proud Chelsea is an expression of this. It is about dedication to photographers, to photography lovers, and to being the very best in the field. The new space is a result of our unwavering devotion Photo of Elvis http://www.spoonfed.co.uk/resources...is%20%20big.jpg http://www.spoonfed.co.uk/spooners/...xhibition-1726/ __________________  |
OUR CLUB WILL BUY 6 THIS YEAR
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From: Fan Clubs E-Newsletter newsletters@elvis.com
Every year, the Tennessee Hemophilia Foundation sells poinsettias as a fund-raising campaign during the holiday season. For many years, Elvis fans from around the world have supported this charity by donating money towards the purchase of poinsettias to be placed at Graceland as part of the holiday decorations each year. During the holiday season, beautiful red poinsettias line the staircase at Graceland, adding so much to the holiday decorations and greeting all of our guests during this special time of year. If you are interested in supporting the Graceland Poinsettia Campaign to raise money for the Tennessee Hemophilia Foundation, please mail $12.00 (US funds) to: Attn: Poinsettia Campaign Graceland PO Box 16508 |
Nov 13 th @ 14th 2009
A special fund raiser for Elvis's 1st girl friend:
Mary Madeline Morgan:
At Tupelo Elvis Fan Club meeting this past Tuesday night we learned that Elvis' 1st girlfriend "Mary Madeline Morgan", has fallen upon "hard times".
Our personal thanks to "Roy Turner" for bringing this to our attention.
We, Presley Heights Museum plans to give "Mary Madeline Morgan" 25% of the ticket sales:
You as fans may also make a donation in our "donation box" that will be available at the door, "after the show". The box will say, "Fans Forever Donations, Building Fund", however, "all donations" that night will go to Mary Madeline Morgan, Elvis' 1st girl friend.
Don't be a "Hound Dog" and let "Elvis" down. Come to the show and "donate"!
Double Elvis Show:
Friday 13th and Saturday 14th of November:
Tickets are $20.00 US per person:
Please phone (662) 620-9966 to reserve seating and/or e-mail us at elvispresleyheights@gmail.com .
Presley Heights Museum:
100 Briar Ridge Road
Tupelo, Ms. 38804
Vernon Elvis Larsen, from Jacksonville, Florida. Vernon was named this by none other than George Klien, performing:
Elvis, Elvis, and more Elvis
Vernon's tribute to "Elvis Presley"
Dennis Waugh, from Nashville, TN. Dennis is member of gospel group "Sons of a King".
Dennis has a story to tell that will be released "January 8th, 2010" on the anniversary of Elvis' 75th Birthday.
Must be in Tupelo, at "Presley Heights Museum / Concert" to hear the "Exciting Breaking News" that will "rock" the "Rock N' Roll World"!!!
"Elvis Gospel and Elvis songs".
Dennis tribute is to the one true King, "JESUS"!!!!!
As Elvis would say, there is only one true King and that is "JESUS"!!!!!!!!!!
Thank You, Thank You Very Much.
As Elvis would say.
A Little Elvis News
Created in the image of The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – powerful, sexy, whimsical, truly unique and larger than life – the show highlights an American icon who transformed popular music and whose image embodies the freedom, excitement and turbulence of his era.
Significant moments in his life – intimate, playful and grandiose – blend with the timeless songs that remain as relevant today as when they first hit the top of the charts. Viva ELVIS focuses on the essential humanity of the one superstar whose name will forever be linked with the history of Las Vegas and the entire world of entertainment: Elvis Presley.
Richard Marx and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Celebrate the Holidays at Graceland11/2/2009
EPE is happy to announce that, once again, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital will be our spotlight charity for the annual Christmas lighting ceremony to be held at Graceland on Friday, November 20th.
This year, joining a group of children from St. Jude to "flip the switch" will be Elvis fan and Grammy Award winner Richard Marx. For over 20 years, Richard Marx has consistently and powerfully made his mark on the music industry. In addition to selling over 30 million records, and writing, as of 2009, thirteen #1 songs, he has remained a fixture on pop and adult contemporary radio, and has produced some of the biggest names in the music business. Among those artists, *NSYNC, Barbra Streisand, Josh Groban, Vince Gill, 98°, Luther Vandross, Kenny Rogers, Sarah Brightman, Lara Fabian, Sister Hazel, The Tubes and SHeDAISY. More recently, he has written and produced records for Daughtry, Leann Rimes, Katherine Jenkins, Travis Tritt, Emerson Drive, Natalie Cole, Keith Urban, Paulina Rubio, Kenny Loggins, Chris Botti, Michael Bolton, and actor Hugh Jackman. Richard is honored to be sharing a stage at Graceland with patients from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. St. Jude is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in finding cures and saving children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Founded by late entertainer Danny Thomas and based in Memphis, Tenn., St. Jude freely shares its discoveries with scientific and medical communities around the world. No family ever pays for treatments not covered by insurance, and families without insurance are never asked to pay. St. Jude is financially supported by ALSAC, its fundraising organization. |
Top earnings passed on Celebrities
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I'm not surprised that Michael " earned more " than Elvis . But I am happily surprised that Elvis' worth has shot up about 13 million more . He's gone 32 years . Michael 4 months . Plus many more people in the world today,,
Top-earning dead celebrities 1: Yves St. Laurent -- $350 million 2: Rodgers and Hammerstein -- $235 million 3: Michael Jackson -- $90 million 4: Elvis Presley -- $55 million __________________ . | |
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Happy Birthday
Proud mother Lisa Marie Presley has introduced her beautiful twin baby girls to the world on their very first birthday.
Blue-eyed belles Finley and Harper celebrated not in the sunny climes of LA, but instead in chilly Britain, where their mother hopes to make a permanent home.
And instead of throwing a lavish, star-studded party for her girls, the only daughter of the king of rock opted to have a small, intimate do, attended by family.
Birthday girls: Proud mother Lisa Marie Presley poses with daughters Finley and Harper
She told Hello! magazine: ‘They both have such a sweetness about them that it breaks our heart.
'We want desperately to preserve their purity, love and trust for as long as we can before people and life cause the inevitable souring and contamination.
‘It is incredible that we all start out so pure, so genuine, happy and trusting.’
The babies were born at Las Robles Hospital and Medical Centre in Thousand Oaks, California.
The 41-year-old also spoke candidly about her grief following the death of her former husband Michael Jackson, who she married in 1994.
Support: Lisa Marie says musician husband Michael Lockwood (left) has helped her with her grief over the death of former husband Michael Jackson (right)
Out on the town: Lisa Marie accompanies her son Ben to Mahiki nightclub in London, last week
Hello! goes on sale on October 26
And she credited musician husband Michael Lockwood, who is the twins' father, with allowing her to grieve and helping her recover from the shock.
The mother-of-four said: ‘He has cried with me, he has left me alone to cry if that’s what I needed. I have never met a more selfless and supportive person.’
Of her decision to leave LA for the colder climate of Britain, she explained: ‘We have found the quality of life so much more enriching and fulfilling. The civility, the culture, the people and its beauty have reawakened me and have smoothed out some of my bleak and jagged views about people and life.’
Lisa, who is also mother to model Riley, 20, and Ben, who turns 17 next week, is also currently recording a new album and is collaborating with Pulp guitarist Richard Hawley.
She has enjoyed pop success like her famous father, releasing two albums since 2003 – with both selling more than a million copies each.
Lisa was just nine-years-old when her father Elvis died in 1977.
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Legacy Recordings is proud to announce the release of Elvis 75 - Good Rockin' Tonight, the ultimate career-spanning collection of seminal recordings by Elvis Presley, in commemoration of the King of Rock & Roll's 75th birthday (January 8, 2010). Elvis 75 -- a four CD, 100 song collection -- will be available everywhere on Tuesday, December 8.
The first major Elvis Presley retrospective to cover the full spectrum of the artist's world-changing career, Elvis 75 runs from "My Happiness," the acetate Elvis himself paid nearly four dollars to record at the Memphis Recording Service on July 18, 1953, a year before signing with Sun Records, to "A Little Less Conversation (JXL Radio Remix Edit)," a posthumous #1 hit for Elvis in the UK, Australia and more than 20 other countries in 2002.
Offering fans an unprecedented range of essential material, Elvis 75 provides a generous selection of the electrifying earth-shattering primal rock & roll of young Elvis; the swinging good vibes of Elvis's soundtrack recordings; the heartfelt humility of his gospel performances and the intimacy of his ballads; the pure pop power and show biz magic of Elvis in Vegas; and a record-setting number of #1 and Top 10 international smashes.
The lavish Elvis 75 box set includes an 80-page booklet featuring many rare photographs and a new essay by musical and cultural critic Billy Altman (Rolling Stone, The New Yorker).
A single disc edition of Elvis 75, featuring key tracks culled from the four-disc set, will be released on January 5, 2010 (the week of Elvis' birthday: January 8).
Legacy's release of Elvis 75 kicks off a year-long celebration of the life and music of Elvis Presley, the world's first rock & roll star.
Welcome to Tupelo's new museum.
Please add us your itinerary when you visit the birth place of Elvis Presley in East Tupelo, Mississippi.
Tour Bus Welcome: Additional Parking For Tour Bus Drivers
At:
Fans Forever Drive
Drop off point Presley Heights Museum and bus parks at Fans Forever Drive. Note: Presley Heights Museum is within walking distance of another historical landmark, Johnny's Drive Inn Restaurant.
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Note: Name being changed to: Presley Heights Museum For Historical Land Mark Reasons: We do not want to confuse tourist with Elvis Presley Birth Place Museum.
Where:
Presley Heights Museum (662) 620-9966 Phone/fax:
100 Briar Ridge Rd. Tupelo MS. 38804
Corner of East Main Street and Highway #6
Time: 8:30 to 6:30 PM Monday thru Saturday
12:00 to 6:00 PM Sunday
Museum includes:
Time Line of Life, Science, Geography,
Tupelo History, Mississippi History, World History, "rare", Elvis Presley Memorabilia, Elvis' Karate Medallion Necklace, and etc., and local art from N.E. Mississippi Art Society. Includes over 700 items: It takes from 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hour to tour.
Admission:@
$10.00 adults and $5.00 children 6 thru 18 (students).
Lisa Marie in Facebook Faceoff with Nanny
Lisa Marie Presley is firing back at her former nanny -- the one who just sued her -- claiming the woman broke her contract by posting photos of Presley's twin babies on Facebook.
Presley countersued Christine White -- the nanny who claims she was forced to work ridiculous hours without getting OT ...while Presley was suffering from postpartum depression.
Presley claims White snapped 164 photographs and shot video of her twins and her private residence ...then posted some of them on Facebook.
Presley alleges White flagrantly violated the confidentiality agreement she signed.
Forget White's OT ... Presley wants White to ante up for the damage she caused.
I LOVED THIS SEEING I HAVE RODE AROUND THE INDI 500 TRACK MY SELF WITH UNCER WOW IT WAS A THRILL I"LL SAY
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Lisa Marie has it bad -- and NASCAR capitalizesPresley the focus of sport's latest promotional campaignBy B. Duane Cross, NASCAR.COM
August 1, 2005 11:25 AM EDT (15:25 GMT)
The question was simple enough: Would you like to interview Lisa Marie Presley? She's the face of the latest 30-second NASCAR ad that asks, "How bad have you got it?" The commercial combines footage of Lisa Marie at the Pepsi 400, race footage and her song Thanx off the Now What album. NASCAR also is in discussions with Capitol Records for cross-promotion at retail and radio venues around the Presley-NASCAR relationship.
LMP -- daughter of Elvis and Priscilla, activist, musician. ... Yeah, I could be persuaded. My parents instilled in me at an early age a great sense of history. I know Elvis' story, from Tupelo to Graceland; I grew up 30 minutes south of Tupelo, a couple hours from Memphis. Other than Highway 45, Elvis was the best thing to ever come out of Northeast Mississippi. Elvis and Priscilla were married the day we loaded up the family Ford Falcon and moved from Fayetteville, Tenn., to Aberdeen, Miss. Ten years later, fate had my mom and me on a Trailsway bus en route from Tennessee to Mississippi -- but mired in heavy traffic in Memphis; the world was laying The King to rest. (Like many others, my mom still has the August 1977 newspapers that mourned Presley's death.) We both have daughters named Riley (Lisa Marie) or Reily (me). Interview Lisa Marie? Yeah, that's doable. I know her story, too -- and it's not Jacko or Nick Cage. It's never been about her celebrity, not for me. She's into LEAP and the Citizens Commission on Human Rights. She's also actively involved with Presley Place. The lady isn't big on talk; she's does the walk.
After the interview everyone had the same question: What's she like? As if the answer was going to include the words "diva" or "prima donna." Truth is Lisa Marie's every other thirtysomething mother of two with a career. When she's not Lisa Marie Presley, she's mom. What else is there? Lisa Marie comes across as someone you'd want in your circle of friends. And that's where we began ... So, Ms. Presley, would you do another ride-along with Wally Dallenbach? "Hell no! ... But I would like to go around the track with someone sane," she says. For those who missed it, her pre-Pepsi 400 "Wally's World" trek around Daytona was must-scream TV.
"I knew I was in for it," says Presley, "when I asked him before we started that if I asked he would slow down. He didn't answer." Presley performed before the Pepsi 400 at Daytona on July 2, and though that was her first NASCAR race to attend in person, she's quick to say that "I kinda got hooked." "I got a crash-course in the whole arena -- racers, their stories. ... It's amazing [that they] basically jeopardize their lives for our entertainment." And it's that entertainment on which NASCAR is looking to capitalize. Presley is the latest entertainer to lend her fame to the "How bad have you got it?" marketing campaign, joining a list that includes Hootie and the Blowfish, Sheryl Crow and Arnold Schwarzenegger, among others. Presley also says the sport's ongoing move toward the left coast will be well-received. "I think the West Coast will embrace NASCAR; there is more of an audience." Speaking of audiences, Presley's music is gaining its own -- despite the industry's current slant toward pop princesses. "[The music industry] is not at its best at this moment," she says. "It's not conducive to different kinds of music. ... It's shallow and commercial." Nonetheless, her gritty debut album To Whom It May Concern was certified gold and her follow-up entry debuted at No. 9 on the Billboard chart. Presley admits it has been "hard to walk my own path," but says she wouldn't change a thing. "Most of the content of the second record is radio-friendly. But I did my own thing, didn't conform -- and that's not necessarily praised in society."
Her daughter, Riley Keough, also has done her own thing. She did two runway shows during Fashion Week 2002 in Milan, Italy, for designers Dolce & Gabbana, and she currently is a model for the Dior fashion house. Presley readily admits to having reservations about 16-year-old Riley pursuing a modeling career. "Yes, of course -- because of the nature of [the business] savors superficial things. But she's so unaffected by all of it, and all is going good." However, she does have some advice for those who either want to break into the entertainment industry or are trying to follow famous footsteps: "All you can do is the best you can do. Be serious about it. "Being an individual is OK rather than being what you're thought of or should be." To that end, Presley has engaged herself in several projects to help others. In 2002, she testified before Congress on behalf of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights, championing the cause against labeling children mentally ill and drugging them with heavy, mind-altering, psychiatric drugs. She also supporters LEAP -- the Literacy, Education and Ability Program -- as well as Presley Place, a charitable organization in Memphis that helps homeless people. "I'm not someone out for myself," she says. "I'm not vain and I don't want attention. I have to take responsibility because I have the ability to help others. ... I'm blessed to be privileged." The opinions expressed here are solely those of the writer. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
BURT"S OUT
Hollywood icon Burt Reynolds has been discharged from a drug rehabilitation center following treatment for his addiction to painkillers.
The 73-year-old actor was admitted to the Hanley Center in Florida last month after a nasty fall at his waterfront mansion in Hobe Sound led him to realize he'd become "a prisoner of prescription pain pills."
According to the National Enquirer, the Smokey and the Bandit star agreed to undergo detox and a 30-day rehab program after doctors raised fears for his mental health in the aftermath of the accident.
The actor has previously confessed to a reliance on sleeping aid Halcion after turning to the drug to ease the terrible pain he felt from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) in the 1980s.
Reynolds' manager, Erik Kritzer, confirmed the rehab stint, insisting the star relapsed after undergoing painful surgery on his back and "checked himself into rehab in order to regain control of his life."
Just more of my Rant
I thought I may be the only one here that thinks the outfits look cheep and stupid.
However, I will add that I could care less if it's blessed by EPE. (Just my opinion)
I actually enjoy finding Elvis items not blessed by EPE IF, IF, "IF" it's not something cheep and "ugly" like the costumes out now.
This all brings me back to a time in my memory bank when Graceland officals said they wanted to control Elvis items coming out in order to keep cheep chinese junk off the shelves. HUH????????
well lookie what they come up with Pigs -Ducks- any thing they can make a buck on did they for get why they are making and who on like the book writers , Oh don't get me on this one again,,,
I have seen worst ones also what about the pigs with a Elvis flair what about the Ducks and I can go on and on,
EPE makes Money What else can I say
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Originally Posted by Brian Quinn
Elvis is being made into some sort of cartoon figure by EPE. There is a limit as to what is tasteful and what is not. These costumes are definately not tasteful. The iconic image of Elvis is taking precedence over his musical legacy. I love both but this is ridiculous. Priscilla Presley, Lisa Marie Presley, Jack Soden, Gary Hovey and other major players at EPE need to get round a table with Bob Sillerman of CKX and the Senior Vice President of Sony Records to take a serious look at the Elvis Presley Legacy and decide what is best for the future. It seems there is no co-ordination of effort at present. If they have run out of ideas then why not ask the fans for suggestions? |
New Elvis
new halloween costume items they make elvis turn into a cartoon figure. just what his image needs.
bleah.
Patrick Swayze. Passed on September 14th
Actor Patrick Swayze, seen here in 2006 with his wife Lisa Niemi, Hollywood actor Patrick Swayze, best known for his roles in the hit films "Dirty Dancing" and "Ghost," has died after a long battle with pancreatic cancer, his publicist said.
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'68 Special Screening at Overton Park's Historic Levitt Shell Elvis is returning to one of the places where it all started. As part of the 12th annual Indie Memphis Film Festival, which takes place from October 8 to 15, Indie Memphis is bringing the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll back to the Levitt Shell in Overton Park with a free outdoor screening of the concert film, “Elvis: ‘68 Special,” at 7 pm, Friday, October 9. In the event of rain, the screening will be held the following Friday. Presented by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. and co-presented by the Levitt Shell and the Memphis Flyer, the screening will take place at the site where Elvis Presley first gained public attention by stealing the show from headliner Slim Whitman with his performance of “That’s All Right.” Many music historians call that night at Overton Park in 1954 the world’s first rock and roll concert. “This is certainly a highlight of this year’s Indie Memphis Film Festival and a great way to say thank you to the community that has supported us for all these years,” said Erik Jambor, Executive Director of Indie Memphis. “Seeing Elvis perform on a 20-foot screen with the amazing sound system of the Levitt Shell promises to be an experience not to be missed.” Elvis Presley led the rock ‘n’ roll revolution in music and pop culture in the 1950s. Then in the 1960s he concentrated mainly on his movie career. By 1968, it had been more than seven years since he had appeared on stage in front of a live audience. In his first television special, clad in his now-iconic black leather suit, Presley performed classic hits both alone and, in sequences generally regarded as the forerunner of today’s popular “unplugged” jam sessions, with friends and the original members of his band. The program also included splashy production numbers. “Elvis changed the world with his performance of ‘That’s All Right’ at the Overton Park Shell 55 years ago,” said Scott Williams, vice president of marketing at Elvis Presley Enterprises, “It’s exciting that a whole new generation of Memphians will be able to experience that song and many others in the same venue in 2009.” “We’re thrilled to have this opportunity to bring free films back to the Shell. It’s so fitting that the first film in this new era of the Shell should be the “‘68 Special.” Elvis’ performance here in 1954 was one for the history books,” said Anne E. Pitts, executive director of the Levitt Shell, “Thanks to this perfect partnership with Indie Memphis and Elvis Presley Enterprises, we’re bringing back free film in the park AND Elvis. It’s a wonderful chance to pay tribute to the Shell’s unique history and continue a great tradition.” Usually referred to as the “‘68 Special,” the actual name of the program was “Elvis.” Taped in June of 1968 at NBC’s Burbank studios, it first aired December 3 on NBC and generated the network’s biggest ratings victory of the year and the season’s top-rated show. It stands today as one of the great moments in rock music history and as a milestone in Elvis’ career. After this triumph, Presley poured renewed creative vigor into his recording work, wrapped up his movie obligations and returned full-time to the concert stage. The Indie Memphis Film Festival, recently named one of the world’s 25 “Coolest Film Festivals” by MovieMaker magazine, presents a program of feature films, documentaries, short films, animation and student work, highlighting regional filmmaking from all corners of the country while continuing its twelve-year tradition of showcasing Southern films and filmmakers. Memphians can support the non-profit organization and help it reach its December fundraising goal by becoming an Indie Memphis member for $50 per year ($30 for full-time students; $40 for filmmakers with at least two production credits). Memberships provide year-round benefits, including special discounts at the annual Indie Memphis Film Festival. Corporate sponsorship opportunities for the October film festival are still available as well. Those wanting more information about Indie Memphis and its 12th annual festival can visit its Web site at www.indiememphis.com. |
Music producer takes on Presley bodyguard pic Cindy Friedlander has been tapped prexy of the new film company, which is developing several other celebrity bio projects in addition to the West project, "Fame & Fortune."
RLF Victor has also hired industry veteran Todd Slater to build its Los Angeles office and exec produce its slate. of films. Slater has held exec posts as Philip Anschutz Film Co., Baldwin Entertainment Group and Huntsman Entertainment.
"Fame & Fortune" will be told through eyes of Presley's friend and bodyguard, who penned with Marshall Terrill the bio "Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business." West will be a producer with the Friedlanders and a co-writer with Cindy Friedlander and Justin Scro.
Ricki Landers Friedlander jointly owns two music companies with partner Bob Gallo - R & B Music Studios and Talent Masters Ltd. in Toronto and New York. RLF Entertainment Productions owns several music catalogues and develops pop bands and single pop artists.
This is Cool
Koizumi joined the crowd of about 1,000 Elvis Presley fans who braved the rain for the unveiling of the statue, which was originally paid for by the former prime minister along with contributions from several hundred other fans. Koizumi said that his love for Elvis was handy in diplomatic relations at times, and in the end seemingly outshone the statue amid the cries of “Jun-chan” that came from the crowd.
Kobe, known as the birthplace of jazz in Japan, was chosen as the new location for the statue after locals campaigned to have it brought to the port city. Harajuku was chosen for the first site in 1987 – 10 years after The King’s passing.
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/wirecopy...form-on-M1.htmlTop tribute singers Elvis Shmelvis and Elvince were on their way home from a gig in London when they got stuck in a massive traffic jam on the M1.
With traffic at a total standstill Martyn Dias and Vince Citrano jumped out of the car and treated bored motorists to an impromptu gig.
"We were driving back from a gig at an Elvis memorabilia shop in London where when we got stuck in a really bad traffic jam," said Martyn Dias, 47, from St Albans, Herts.
"The police closed the road so traffic was at a complete standstill and everyone was sitting in their cars totally bored.
"We were still in our Elvis costumes so we grabbed the battery powered amplifier out the boot and gave an impromptu performance on the northbound carriageway.
"It was amazing, everyone started singing and clapping along and we even had a few requests."
Martyn, who is one of the UK's top Elvis impersonators, and Vince a hairdresser, also from St Albans, had been performing at a street party to celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the King's death.
The pair are well known Elvis acts and often travel to gigs together but admit they have never played in the middle of a motorway.
Bored drivers couldn't believe their eyes when the pair got out of their cars and started hip-shaking in the road.
Motorists wound down their windows, leapt out of their cars and started clapping and waving.
"We had guitars and backing music and played songs such as The Wonder Of You and GI Blues," said Martyn.
"It was great fun. We were still buzzing from all the attention the street party received and looking at the stationary traffic up ahead, we couldn't resist one for the road.
"There was a great atmosphere and people were shouting out requests, we even had to do a special birthday song for someone.
"We only had about 15 minutes before the traffic eased and we had to get back in our cars but we did the best we could."
Martyn, who gave up his day job as a senior IT manager 15 years ago to become an Elvis impersonator, has appeared on numerous TV shows and even in Holby City.
He performs as the King of Rock and Roll five nights a week and has been voted the top Elvis in the UK.
He is the only impersonator to have performed in Trafalgar Square.
"I was in a band and my partner was a big Elvis fan so I copied him and found I had a flair for being Elvis," said Martyn, who has two teenage sons.
"I decided to give up my day job and now I'm a full time Elvis."
His wife Sue videoed the gig and posted it on YouTube and Martyn and Vince have since been inundated to perform on other motorways.
"Everyone seemed to really enjoy it and now we've had people asking us to play on other motorways in the country," he said.
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Weather Causes Damage At Graceland!
Tree down at Graceland
Last night just after 7, the sky over Graceland got very dark, the winds begun to whip, and the rain fell.
Guests visiting Elvis' grave were asked to evacuate the property but refused. EPE employees exclusively told Elvis Unlimited that it took 15 minutes to get guests to leave the property ( for their own safety) due to the weather conditions. Staff also said, " The fans are passionate. They really love Elvis! And despite the weather, they wanted to stay."
And hats off to the Graceland staff for wanting the fans to come down from the hill until the storm ended. The Graceland staff put safety first. And from the picture shown, you can see why they were so concerned for tourists. A tree on the front lawn fell down during the storm. It fell and broke the original white wooden fence which has been at Graceland while Elvis lived there. I am sure Graceland will have this tree cleaned up and the lawn looking as beautiful as ever ASAP! Luckily no one was hurt not even a squirrel!
Tree Down At Graceland During Last Nights Storm
Weather Causes Damage At Graceland!
Tree down at Graceland
Last night just after 7, the sky over Graceland got very dark, the winds begun to whip, and the rain fell.
Guests visiting Elvis' grave were asked to evacuate the property but refused. EPE employees exclusively told Elvis Unlimited that it took 15 minutes to get guests to leave the property ( for their own safety) due to the weather conditions. Staff also said, " The fans are passionate. They really love Elvis! And despite the weather, they wanted to stay."
And hats off to the Graceland staff for wanting the fans to come down from the hill until the storm ended. The Graceland staff put safety first. And from the picture shown, you can see why they were so concerned for tourists. A tree on the front lawn fell down during the storm. It fell and broke the original white wooden fence which has been at Graceland while Elvis lived there. I am sure Graceland will have this tree cleaned up and the lawn looking as beautiful as ever ASAP! Luckily no one was hurt not even a squirrel!
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Circle G Ranch
In 1966 Elvis saw a ranch for sale near Graceland. It was beautiful, especially at night with a lighted bridge that spanned a fourteen acre lake. What attracted Elvis the most was the lighted thirty foot cross behind the bridge. Elvis took this as a sign from God and purchased the ranch. He named the ranch the Circle G, after Graceland. The ranch came complete with a red brick home that Elvis used as a second home. Elvis spent a great deal of time at the ranch and returned there for his honeymoon. Priscilla most likely became pregnant while on her honeymoon at the ranch.
Club Wreath
News For June 14 2009
1.I have the wreath picked up will have to do the banner will add the picture when I have it did up for you all to see and please let me know what you think..
Deaths Of Ep related People
Irv cass , Dad Passes away June 2
Shawn Klush , Dad Passes away July 17
Kathy Westmorelan , Mother passes away July 23
NANCY WALTERS
Nancy Walters update with arrangements made by robin, i visited nancy walters with darlene tompkins on thursday. (nancy played the teacher , Abigail Prentice, in Blue Hawaii) i was very grateful to visit. i last saw nancy almost a year ago for lunch with darlene. the nurse was very accommodating and was glad that we could visit.
nancy is very frail. she talks very softly. she was failing not too long ago and that's why darlene's request was so urgent, but nancy has rebounded. she gets tired but can be alert for short periods. she rests comfortably, has an appetite and is happy to get company. mentally, nancy drifts in and out of the present day. but she knows she is loved by Elvis fans all over. and i say: thank God for you all! nancy has no family nearby to care for her. their interaction is quite minimal. but nancy has her Elvis family!
nancy is in bed in a little room that's painted in peach. she has a large window to look out to the back yard if the curtains are opened. there are different levels of nurses that come during the week. so nancy is well taken care of physically. it's like she's living at home. all lovely and cozy in this 'apartment'.
your cards are there. i read postcards to nancy. her favorite was a very large postcard of graceland. she reached out her hand to touch it awhile. she loved the different colors of all the cards, especially pink, and the bible passages. the word of God is very comforting to her. she enjoyed all the messages you wrote.
darlene talked awhile with nancy, too. she asked how did nancy like watching Blue Hawaii on the tv the other night. (the nurse told us she enjoyed it very much) and recently, sonny west gave her a call.
after reading just a few cards and talking, nancy became tired. it's kind of like being overwhelmed.
we chatted a little with the nurse. i found out that there are some food treats i can bring for nancy and that flowers are acceptable. i will make sure nancy has that every time i visit. i feel glad to be able to do something for her. the nurse said for darlene and i to come every thursday if we wish, so we are working on that.
we said our goodbyes to nancy. darlene gave her a kiss on the forehead and i held nancy's hand. for a brief moment, reacting to our comforting words, nancy had the biggest smile and that's when i could still see the beautiful woman we all know. i had to blink back my own tears.
keep on sending your messages to robin. as robin and her husband visit, plus myself with darlene, we will read your cards to nancy.
you can mail to:
Nancy Walters
C/O Robin S. Perry PMB 250
4262 Blue Diamond Road #102
Las Vegas, NV 89139
I know if she could say it, Nancy would tell you, Bless you for caring about me and for all of your cards.
feel free to forward this to any Elvis fans you know that have been keeping Nancy in their prayers. thank you.
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WHAT WAS Elvis Like ?
1. HE WAS A RAY OF SUNSHINE
2. FUNNY
3. A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR
4. ALWAYS MADE YOU FEEL SPECIAL
5.THE EYES OF A BEAUTIFUL BLUE SEA -- OR ICE BLUE LIKE ALASKAS GREAT ICE FIELDS>AND THEY COULD TURN A DARK BLUE WITH ANGER ..
6. A GREAT LAUGH YOU WOULD NEVER FORGET ..
7. HE COULD BE ANGRY ONE MINUTE AND THE NEXT BE LIKE NOTHING HAPPEN.
8. WOULD TALK ABOUT GOD WITH TENDER LOVING DEEP THOUGHT.
9.GO OUT LATER AND RAISE PERFECT HELL.
10.LOVED HIS MOM AND ALL SHE DID FOR HIM AS A CHILD TO PROTECT HIM ..
11. AND WE ALL LOVE HIM HE WAS A HUMAN NOT PERFECT BUT ALMOST????
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