Elvis Presley Legends Home Bedding Collection is the official grand prize winner of the Walmart Get On The Shelf Contest!

 Elvis fans can now enter to win one of the two Elvis Presley Home Bedding Sets right here on Elvis.com! We will be giving away one in each design (queen size) and the winners will be selected at random. 

This contest is now open to the public and will end on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Just fill out and submit the form below to enter. Winners will be announced on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. EST. Click here for a complete set of rules and guidelines. 

Fans interested in these brand new Elvis bedding designs from Legends Home Bedding can learn more by visiting ElvisPresleyHomeBedding.com or purchase your own bedding set by visiting Walmart.com. 

source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Elvis' Southern Drawl Named "Sexiest Accent in North America"
November 12, 2013

One of the most distinguishable characteristics of the king is getting national attention as a new survey voted southern accents as the "most sexy" in North America. According to CBSNews.com, "Elvis Presley may forever be known as the King of Rock n' Roll, and a new survey helps point to one of the reasons why; the Southern accent has been voted the most sexy in North America." 

The survey released by dating website Cupid.com found that 36.5% of the 2,000 men and women surveyed said "those from the South have by far the most attractive accent in the U.S. and Canada."

Just one more reason to take the ultimate rock 'n' roll pilgrimage to Graceland and tour the many attractions here in the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll! Elvis fans looking to visit Memphis can check out great savings and package deals featured on Elvis.com. 


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Voting Now Open for 2014 Birthday Event - "Elvis Morning Movie with Malco Theatres"
November 11, 2013

Elvis fans have the opportunity to vote between "This is Elvis" or "Girl Happy" and enjoy a special Elvis presentation by Malco Theatres during the 2014 Birthday Celebration. The "Elvis Morning Movie with Malco Theatres" will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, January 10, 2014, at the Malco Desoto Cinema. VOTE NOW!

"This is Elvis" explores Elvis at different stages of his life, comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to the king. Fans can see rare video of Graceland and the king while on-stage, plus behind-the-scenes footage. 

"Girl Happy" features Elvis as a rock 'n' roll singer hired by a Chicago mobster to keep an eye on his daughter during Spring Break in Florida. With many twists and turns, the 1965 romantic musical comedy features chart-topping songs performed by Elvis on the big screen. 

Voting ends Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. CT. Tickets for this event will be $10 and all proceeds will benefit the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation. Pre-sale for Elvis Insiders begins on Tuesday, November 12, at 8:30 a.m. Tickets will be available to the general public on Tuesday, November 19, at 8:30 a.m.


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Over 8,000 Photo Submissions in First-Ever Elvis Christmas Fan Mosaic
November 11, 2013

It's Christmas time at Graceland and over 8,000 Elvis fans from 23 countries will be on display with the first-ever Elvis Christmas Fan Mosaic! The wall-size mural of this limited-edition print will be unveiled the day of the 2013 Graceland Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 22. Elvis fans can still purchase this high-quality print by visiting FanMosaics.com/ElvisChristmas. 

See where your photo falls into the Elvis Christmas Fan Mosaic beginning November 15, and mark your calendar to see this amazing piece of art! If you submitted a photo that has been selected for inclusion, you'll be able to enter your e-mail address in the locator tool to see how you fit into the big picture.

The high-quality 24" x 30" color print, printed on 100 lb. lithograph stock and protected with an aqueous coating, is a must for any Elvis fan's collection. Visit FanMosaics.com/ElvisChristmas today and get your print just in time to stick underneath the Christmas tree!


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

WeLoveTupelo.com has a NEW website!

http://www.welovetupelo.com offers visitors a wide variety of pictures of a young Elvis, links and pictures of places that were important to him, and even a very enjoyable promotional movie.

Click here to take a look! 

source: http://www.elvismatters.com - Elvis Matters

The Beatles and Elvis Presley - two of the most successful  music acts of all time - could fight it out for the number one spot in the UK album charts. The Beatles On Air: Live At The BBC Volume 2, which has 63 tracks and is released on Monday, contains 37 previously unreleased live performances and 23 unreleased recordings. A new Elvis best-of album, The Nation's Favourite Elvis Songs, was released on November 4.

History suggests both records will jostle for position in the charts - greatest hits album 'Elvis the King' claimed the top spot in 2007, as did Volume One of the Beatles' BBC Sessions released in 1994.

Showbiz journalist Kevin Hughes said: "I think this Elvis Presley album probably will get to Number One simply because there's a big advertising spend, there's a big push from Sony Music for this album, there's an ITV special, fans have been voting for their favourite songs for the TV show and the estate have compiled some of the greatest songs ever recorded - these are some of the greatest songs of all time."

Elvis currently holds the record for the most Top 10 albums on the UK chart and for the most Number One Singles in the UK, with 21 hits. The Beatles are the best-selling band of all time and have had the most Number One albums in the UK, with 15.


source: http://www.elvismatters.com - Elvis Matters

source: Elvis Presley's Graceland

"The Nation’s Favorite Elvis Songs" United Kingdom:

1. Always On My Mind (1972)
2. Suspicious Minds (1969)
3. Can’t Help Falling In Love (1962)
4. In The Ghetto (1969)
5. A Little Less Conversation (1968/2002)
6. Jailhouse Rock (1958)
7. Hound Dog (1956)
8. Love Me Tender (1956)
9. Return to Sender (1962)
10. Are You Lonesome Tonight (1961)
11. The Wonder of You (1970)
12. Blue Suede Shoes (1956)
13. All Shook Up (1957)
14. It’s Now or Never (1960)
15. An American Trilogy (1972)
16. Heartbreak Hotel (1956)
17. Viva Las Vegas (1964)
18. Don’t Be Cruel (1956)
19. If I Can Dream (1969)
20. King Creole (1958)

source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Rubberneckin' Podcast Talks 2014 Birthday Celebration and Elvis Contests
November 07, 2013

Download Episode #148 of the Rubberneckin' Podcast where Elvis Presley Enterprises Alicia Dean and Amanda Pannell talk Christmas at Graceland and and big announcements for the 2014 Birthday Celebration. First, we kick off the conversation with the announcement of our LIVE webcast of the 2013 Lighting Ceremony. We also talk about all of our events and special guests coming up during the 2014 Birthday Celebration taking place on January 8 - 11. Fans can enjoy new events such as our Elvis Morning Movie with Malco and Memphis Grizzlies' Elvis Birthday Night! Want to win the ultimate getaway to Memphis? We've got the details on the Southwest Spirit Magazine's Memphis Getawaywhich includes a VIP tour of Graceland and $250 to spend at ShopElvis.com. As always, we wrap up the podcast with some Elvis sightings including Justin Timberlake covering Elvis' "Heartbreak Hotel" in the first show of his "The 20/20 Experience Tour" and a great interview with Anthony Hopkins on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno."

Visit the Rubberneckin' Podcast page to listen to the new podcast and subscribe to future podcasts. If downloading new podcasts from iTunes, please allow 48 hours from the day of release for the podcast to show up.




source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Elvis Presley Home Bedding Collection Wins Walmart's Get On The Shelf Contest
November 08, 2013

THANK YOU. THANK YOU VERY MUCH ELVIS FANS!! 

We are excited to announce that Elvis Presley Legends Home Bedding Collection is the official grand prize winner of Walmart's Get On The Shelf Contest! Enter now to win one of two Elvis Presley Home Bedding sets (queen size) and check out the announcement of them being named Walmart's Get On The Shelf grand prize winner at CNNMoney.com.

We will be giving away one in each design and the winners will be selected at random. This contest is now open to the public and will end on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Just fill out and submit the form by clicking here. Winners will be announced on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. EST.

Fans interested in the Elvis Presley Legends Bedding Collection can learn more by visitingElvisPresleyHomeBedding.com or purchase your own by visiting Walmart.com


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Elvis Becomes the First Artist to Score 50 Top 10 Albums in the UK
November 11, 2013

Following ITV's "The Nation's Favourite Elvis Song" documentary and self-titled album's rise to #7 in the UK charts, Elvis is officially the first artist to secure 50 UK Top Ten Albums! According to BelfastTelegraph.co.uk, the new album "The Nation's Favourite Elvis Song" is the king's 50th album to break the United Kingdom's Top 10 Chart. 

All of the songs from the programme are now featured on a brand new compilation album from Sony Music, "The Nation’s Favourite Elvis Songs," now available on Amazon UK and iTunes UK! Watched by more than four million viewers, the number one favorite Elvis track, as voted by the public, was "Always On My Mind." The album features some of the biggest hits and finest songs ever recorded and performed, spanning Elvis' entire career.

"The Nation’s Favorite Elvis Song" Countdown:

1. Always On My Mind (1972)
2. Suspicious Minds (1969)
3. Can’t Help Falling In Love (1962)
4. In The Ghetto (1969)
5. A Little Less Conversation (1968/2002)
6. Jailhouse Rock (1958)
7. Hound Dog (1956)
8. Love Me Tender (1956)
9. Return to Sender (1962)
10. Are You Lonesome Tonight (1961)
11. The Wonder of You (1970)
12. Blue Suede Shoes (1956)
13. All Shook Up (1957)
14. It’s Now or Never (1960)
15. An American Trilogy (1972)
16. Heartbreak Hotel (1956)
17. Viva Las Vegas (1964)
18. Don’t Be Cruel (1956)
19. If I Can Dream (1969)
20. King Creole (1958)

Want to download more Elvis hits? Fans can download any of your favorite Elvis tunes by visiting iTunes.com/Elvis.


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

A record player belonging to the Elvis Presley is set to be auctioned in Penzance next month. The record player, a Perpetuum Ebner Musical 5v Luxus, belonged to Elvis while he was stationed in Germany during the early part of his Army Service in 1958-59. It is set to be sold by David Lay at his Penzance Auction House on December 12th 2013 and could fetch anything up to £2,000.

Elvis had gifted the record player to a German woman, Ellen Marschhäuser, who lived in Bad Nauheim. In early 1959 the woman had helped Presley's father, Vernon, with some German translation and Mr Presley Senior invited her to the Presley apartment in the Hotel Grunewald as a thank you. She visited the apartment a couple of times and spoke at length with Elvis. On one occasion there was a party when Elvis played records on the 5v Luxus and also played his guitar through the amplifier of the record player. Soon after Ellen moved to London to marry her English fiancé, Jim Jenkins, taking the record player with her.

Mr Jenkins said: "We used and enjoyed the record player for a number of years until it developed a fault with the needle which I never got around to mending.

"We retired and moved to Cornwall in 1989. I put the record player in our loft where it remained forgotten until we saw a picture of Elvis with an identical record player in the Daily Mail. Had I not seen that picture I would have eventually thrown it away."

Mr Lay said: "This is an incredibly rare collector's item with a wonderful history. "It is well documented that Elvis was extremely generous to his family, entourage and fans. Although it was an expensive item in 1959 it is not entirely surprising that he would make a gift of it to an attractive and engaging woman who had helped his father."


sources: Collectors Weekly 
Elvis Matters - http://www.elvismatters.com

Justin Timberlake Kicks Off "The 20/20 Experience" Tour Covering Elvis' "Heartbreak Hotel"
November 07, 2013

Memphis native and Elvis fan Justin Timberlake kicked off his "20/20 Experience" Tour in New York at the Barclay's Center Wednesday, November 6, and performed his own tribute to the king and Memphis! Check out this concert goer's video(above) of Timberlake performing "Heartbreak Hotel" to a sold-out crowd. 

While gearing up for sold out shows around the country, the cast and crew of Justin Timberlake's new "20/20 Experience" tour stopped by Graceland to explore the king's castle! Elvis fans can check out photos on Elvis.com! Timberlake, who's a strong ambassador for the king's home in Memphis, has made trips to Graceland and has often quoted Elvis as one of his major influences. 

Learn more about TImberlake's new tour by visiting JustinTimberlake.com. Want to plan your own rock 'n' roll pilgrimage to Memphis? Be sure to check out great savings and package deals here at Elvis Presley's Graceland!


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

JAMES BURTON INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL 2014 CELEBRATES

JAMES BURTON’S 75TH BIRTHDAY

August 21, 22, & 23
Shreveport, Louisiana


“The James Burton Foundation” 
promotes music in the lives of children all over the world. 

This year we are raising money for the “James Burton Guitar & Car Museum”.   All  net profit from the Festival will go to build the Museum that will give children a free venue to showcase their music on stage for rehearsals and performances when the Museum is completed.  It will also be a meeting place for Elvis fans when they are in Shreveport, Louisiana. The August 2014 Festival will consist of “Special Events” for Elvis Fans. Each Elvis fan group will have their own hostess to make sure they do not miss any events and that they have LOTS OF FUN.

We will also be competing the Guinness Book of World Records with the most guitar players playing the same song “Love Me Tender” at the same time. 

COME HELP US BREAK THIS RECORD AND BE A PART OF HISTORY!

EMAIL OR CALL US AND RESERVE YOUR PLACE IN THIS GREAT CELEBRATION! 

I am excited—after much ado my new website has been launched! We want to know what you think, so click here www.bettyharper.com and take a tour. Give us your feedback on the contact page and your name will be entered for a chance to win an Elvis product with my artwork to be drawn on November 9th. Three winners will be chosen. 
 
We wanted a site that is user friendly, no guessing, hunting or head scratching to find what you want also, it was essential that it be mobile friendly. Thanks to my daughter, Bridget, I believe that has been achieved.

Sit back and take a tour through the new site. Let us know what you think and if your name is in the comment section you will be eligible to win something special. And when you are done take a stroll through Bridget’s site at www.bridgetcherie.com and see another corner of talent.   Enjoy!

If you know anyone interested in signing up for this email newsletter please pass along this email and ask them to click on the following link:  Join Betty's list here


Betty Harper
www.BettyHarper.com


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Published via the Joomag website the new 'Elvis On-line' Interactive Magazine features latest news, truthful reviews, new interviews plus interactive content - audio and videos. 

Six issues per year are planned, approx 40 pages per issue and all for only $3.50.

New interviews lined up by Elvis Online include Marty Harrell (Elvis show trombone player), Walt Johnson (lead trumpet player) and Charles Stone (concert west tour producer).

This magazine is for everyone from the hardcore Elvis fan to the newest. 

Click HERE for a trial sample! 

source: http://www.elvisinfonet.com - Elvis Information Network

Personalize Your Own Elvis Presley Christmas Cards and Invitations
November 01, 2013

Paper Style is proud to announce a new licensing partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises to create personalized Elvis Presley holiday Invitations, photo cards, and Christmas greeting cards. This exciting new product line featuring images of the king are now available for orders at PaperStyle.com.

Paper Style created the line of holiday social expressions featuring vintage photographs and artwork of Elvis from the Graceland Archives. These exclusive designs allow fans to kick off the season with party invitations and Christmas cards that incorporate the King of Rock 'n' Roll.

“We recognize that selecting just the right invite or holiday card is often an emotional purchase,” said President ofPaperStyle.com David Grocer. “Elvis fans can now express their personal style and leave their desired impression by choosing among our new collection of Elvis designs.”

“Paper Style’s passion and enthusiasm for Elvis Presley is apparent in their design effort,” said Susan Meek, vice president Worldwide Licensing for Elvis Presley Enterprises. “The team really embraced what Elvis means to so many and captured how much he appreciated the holiday season.”

Consumers can personalize any of the more than two dozen designs for their holiday event or holiday card, including incorporating their own photographs. Visit PaperStyle.com to start designing your Elvis-themed cards and invitations!


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Watch the 2013 Graceland Lighting Ceremony LIVE Online
November 05, 2013

Elvis fans not able to join us for the 2013 Graceland Lighting Ceremony can follow Elvis on LiveStream and watch LIVE online! Fans can follow Elvis on LiveStream and also access the feed via the ELVIS PRESLEY Facebook page,@ElvisPresley on Twitter or by visiting Elvis.com.

Graceland will officially begin the holiday season by “flipping the switch” on the traditional lights and decorations during the annual lighting ceremony on Friday, November 22 at 6:00 p.m CT. The extensive Christmas display includes hundreds of blue lights along the driveway, a life-size Nativity scene, Santa and his sleigh, and much more, all originally displayed at Graceland by Elvis and the Presley family. Santa, decked out like the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, will be available for pictures with the kids following the lighting ceremony. The FREE lighting event is open to the public.

Want to create your own Elvis Christmas cards similar to this one? Visit PaperStyle.com and check out all of their Elvis-themed invitations, greeting cards, notepads and more! 

Also, submit your photos for FREE and be included in the wall-size mural being displayed the day of Lighting Ceremony! Fans can submit their photos and pick up the perfect Christmas gift by visiting FanMosaics.com.ElvisChristmas. 


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Watch Anthony Hopkins Talk Elvis and Graceland on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno"
November 05, 2013

Check out video of actor Anthony Hopkins talking about his love for Elvis and Graceland! Hopkins recently appeared on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" where at video marker 3:09, he even performed his own little rendition of the king's classics. Fans can watch the entire interview with Hopkins by visiting NBC.com/The-Tonight_Show. 

<skip to 3:09 for conversation about Elvis>


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Book Your $50 Flights with Southwest and Attend the 2014 Elvis Birthday Celebration
November 04, 2013

Just in time to celebrate the king's birthday! Southwest™ is helping Elvis fans book cheap flights with the Big Hunk O' LUV Sale! Cash in on your trip to and from Memphis with $50 fares to and from your favorite destinations. Book your trip to see Graceland during the king's favorite time of year by clicking here! 

But don’t delay, these chart-topping deals won’t be around for long. Book by November 6, 2013 for select travel dates between December 4, 2013 - February 26, 2014. See complete terms, conditions, and exclusions online here.

The 2014 Elvis Birthday Celebration will take place in Memphis on January 8 - 11, 2014. We look forward to welcoming fans from around the world to Memphis for the celebration. More details on events and special guests will be announced soon!

Come celebrate with us and check out our preliminary schedule online here and stay tuned to Elvis.com for more details!


source:  http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Upcoming Contest for Elvis Insiders Basic & PLUS Members
November 06, 2013

On Friday, November 8, by 10:00 a.m. CST, we'll be posting instructions on how to enter in the Elvis Insiders CONTEST section, which is only accessible to Insiders Basic and Plus members.

Five lucky winners will receive a $100 promotional code to personalize your very own Elvis Christmas cards atPaperStyle.com. Paper Style has created the line of holiday social expressions featuring vintage photographs and artwork of Elvis from the Graceland Archives. These exclusive designs allow fans to kick off the season with party invitations and Christmas cards that incorporate the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Elvis fans can personalize any of the more than two dozen designs for their holiday event or holiday card, including incorporating their own photographs. VisitPaperStyle.com to start designing your Elvis-themed cards and invitations!

Not an Elvis Insider? Find out how to join! Get exclusive access to rare photos, video, and artifacts at Graceland. Also, you can be featured in our Elvis Fan Story on Elvis.com and enter great contests like this one!


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Explore Memphis with Southwest Airlines' Spirit Magazine
November 01, 2013

The first flights to Memphis from Southwest Airlines kick off this weekend and fans looking to visit the Bluff City can now check out a complete itinerary of must-see attractions, dining and more by visiting SpiritMag.com. Check out great savings and package deals online for visiting Graceland and book your flight from select markets until November 4, for as little as $89, by visiting Southwest.com!

Spirit Magazine writes, "If legendary eats, soulful sounds and outstanding art are your ingredients for a good time, then this Mississippi River city is for you. Here, everyone from history lovers to BBQ buffs can find their fancy."

The new article in Spirit Magazine explores the best hotels, the best barbecue on both sides of the Mississippi River and the many music staples behind rock 'n' roll, blues and much more! Among the many places to see are Elvis Presley's Graceland, Stax Museum of American Soul Music and Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum! 

Check out the complete guide to visiting Memphis by visiting SouthWest Airlines' SpiritMag.com. Ready to plan your own adventure to Memphis? Cash in on great deals on Elvis.com and book your trip through Southwest Airlines! Fans can also stay tuned to #LUVMEMTender on Elvis' Facebook and Twitter for some exciting announcements this weekend!


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises

Enter to Win the Southwest® Spirit Magazine's Memphis Getaway Sweepstakes
November 06, 2013

Ready for the ultimate rock 'n' roll pilgrimage? Elvis fans can now enter to win two round-trip getaway packages courtesy of Southwest's Spirit Magazine and the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll! 

Enter by visiting Southwest.com/SPIRITMAGMEM. 

Packages Includes:
- Two round-trip tickets on Southwest Airlines®
- A welcome package of Memphis items courtesy of the Memphis Convention & Visitor's Bureau and the Greater Memphis Chamber.
- Two (2)-night stay in a King Suite at the Madison Hotel, a $25 gift card to Eighty2 and Two, plus (2) $10 drink cards for cocktails at Twilight Sky Terace.
- Two (2)-night stay at The Peabody Hotel with dinner for two (2) at Chez Philippe
- Four (4) VIP Tours of Graceland and a $250 shopping spree on ShopElvis.com compliments of Elvis Presley Enterprises

The total approximate retail value of this exclusive getaway is valued at $2,930. No purchase or obligation necessary to enter this sweepstakes. Restrictions do apply. See complete guidelines and rules.

Fans who wish to take the ultimate rock 'n' roll pilgrimage can enter by November 30, 2013, by visitingSouthwest.com/SPIRITMAGMEM. Want to learn more about visiting Memphis? Check out our Music by Region listingsfor exciting musical gems located near and around the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll!


source: http://www.elvis.com - Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises