Elvis in Music & Musicals DVDs & Videos

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This ten-part series from Time Life Video & Television chronicles the history of rock 'n' roll music from its origins. In Part I, "Rock 'N' Roll Explodes," the roots of rock are explored, featuring Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Little Richard and more. Part II, "Good Rockin' Tonight," is a look at how rock 'n' roll affected America's color barrier. In Part III,"Britain Invades, America Fights Back," as the Beatles take America by storm, Motown makes gains of its own. In "Plugging In," Part IV, the burgeoning electric music scene is examined. In Part V, "The Sounds of Soul," Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Aretha Franklin and more are examined. Part VI, "My Generation", Part VII, "Guitar Heroes," Part VII, "The 70's," and Part IX, "Punk" follow. The series concludes with "Up From The Undergound," which chronicles the rise of street music to mainstream success. Michael Jackson, Madonna, N.W.A., Run-DMC and others are featured.

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When Elvis stopped making movies in Hollywood and returned to making music following his triumphant 1968 comeback, he gathered together a group of hot Nashville cats to back him up. THAT'S THE WAY IT IS follows Elvis as he prepares to return to the stage and follows him up to his opening nights. This is a compelling, fascinating, and highly amusing musical documentary where Elvis' overall talent and musicality come through while watching him rehearse, jam and arrange his list of songs. Simultaneously celebrating and poking good-natured fun at the Las Vegas era of Elvis's career, director Denis Sanders often just sits back and lets the performances speak for themselves. The film includes the King preparing offstage for his 1970 tour and culminates in his opening night performance in Las Vegas. The film includes more than 30 of the King's fabulous songs.

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The whole nation was witness to the birth of a star when Elvis Presley made his groundbreaking appearances on THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW in the late 1950s. This collection presents all three of the King's starmaking performances: the 9/9/56 episode that marked his debut; the 10/28/56 episode that featured such timeless classics as "Hound Dog," "Love Me Tender," and "Don't Be Cruel;" and the infamous 1/6/57 episode that required the hip-swivelling Elvis to be filmed above the waist.

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Since hitting the scene in the late 1970s, Elvis Costello (along with his band, The Attractions) has been both popular with knowledgeable music fans and enormously influential, and this collection brings together a treasure trove of material from the beloved, bespectacled, and extremely talented rock icon. The fascinating evolution of his brand of eclectic, geeky-yet-cool rock and bracingly intelligent lyrics is on full display here, as 27 of his music videos are arranged chronologically (from 1978 to 1994, when he made his last video for Warner). Costello's early videos are a bit rough around the edges, but the terrific songs always sustain them, and they provide a fascinating look at his less polished early persona. His later videos are often visually excellent in their own right; highlights are the lovely black-and-white "New Lace Sleeves," the odd and intense "I Wanna Be Loved," and "Veronica," which emphasizes the originally intended and often overlooked meaning behind one of Costello's most popular songs. Each video has optional commentary from the artist, who is alternately thoughtful and hilarious here (like many of us, Costello looks back at the clothing of the 1980s and winces). Always prolific and unusually generous with his material, Costello also includes 18 additional videos of rare live television performances. Taken all together, this collection is thorough enough to satisfy even the most ardent fans, and good enough to convert casual ones.

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Elvis is known for being the King of Rock 'n Roll, but there was, in fact, a spiritual side to him. Some of his later pop hits were definitely tinged with a gospel feel, but on this amazing release, Elvis performs over thirty pure gospel songs. Along with beautifully moving performances, HE TOUCHED ME also provides insight into the King's life and personality. In interviews with friends, Elvis becomes a more fully formed man, emerging from the two-dimensional caricature that the general public will recognize.

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Elvis Costello's experimental album of the same name was based on an imagined correspondence between a college professor and Shakespeare's most famous tragic heroine. Collected here are the performances of those haunting tunes along with chamber music supplied by the Brodsky Quartet. Includes interviews with both Costello and the Quartet who discuss the unique music that was born from their collaboration.

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The King swivels his hips, belts his tunes, and breaks some hearts in this collection of Elvis Presley musicals. Included here are KISSIN' COUSINS; LIVE A LITTLE, LOVE A LITTLE; GIRL HAPPY; and STAY AWAY, JOE. Please see individual titles for complete synopsis information.

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In honor of the King's death a quarter-century ago, this concert from 2002 resurrects Elvis Presley--via video--to perform alongside his former band mates. From Memphis, Tennessee, this live performance creatively combines the vintage footage of Presley with a live band as they perform his most beloved songs.

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This documentary gives Elvis fans unprecedented access into the years when the singer worked and lived in Las Vegas. Packed with intimate home movie footage, the documentary aims to shed some light on a period in Elvis's career more often mocked than seriously examined.

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Across his industrious career, Elvis Costello has incorporated elements from several musical genres into his constantly-evolving, dynamic sound. Combining American roots music, punk attitude, poetic lyrics, and philosophical ponderings, Costello became the definition of the "angry young man" archetype with his debut album in 1977. Nearly 27 later, Costello takes the stage of a small Memphis venue to perform an intimate set of songs spanning his career. The concert, which was filmed in the latter part of 2004, includes over twenty songs from many of Costello's most popular albums, as well as a guest performance by Emmylou Harris.

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More than five hours of music and interviews with the King himself are included in this expansive Elvis Presley collection, which features, among other things, a comprehensive look into Presley's gospel music.

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New Orleans R&B figure Allen Toussaint is a songwriter, musician, and arranger who has worked with some of the all-time greats in the field. Lee Dorsey, Dr. John, and Aaron Neville have all called on Toussaint's talents at crucial stages in their careers, and now comes the turn of Elvis Costello. Costello hooked up with Toussaint in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, and the two have created a powerful collection of songs packed full of emotion. This live set was recorded in Montreal in 2006 and sees Toussaint and Costello joined by the latter's faithful band, the Imposters.

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The good-natured rivalry between Elvis Presley and Pat Boone is documented in this entertaining documentary. Vintage footage of the two performers gives a taste of their very different talents, while commentators such as Glen Campbell, Dick Clark, and Kenny Rogers offer their views.

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Narrated by Elvis' lifelong friend, George Klien, this made-for-video program is a collection of Presley's greatest recorded performances for stage, television, and film, as well as rare, behind-the-scenes footage. CENTER STAGE explores Elvis' physical appeal, undeniable charm, and striking charisma. Songs include "Hound Dog," "Jailhouse Rock," "All Shook Up," and much more.

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Award-winning Latin artist Elvis Crespo has been hailed as the 'King Of Merengue' due to such chart-topping hits as "Suavemente," and "Tu Sonrisa". This program highlights the best tracks throughout Elvis' career thus far. Included are live performances, music videos, and even a karaoke version of his hit "Bandida".

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Elvis makes a welcome appearance on the DVD-Audio format, featuring no less than 30 number one singles for your listening pleasure. "Heartbreak Hotel," "Hound Dog," "Love Me Tender," "Jailhouse Rock" and "Are You Lonesome tonight?" are just a few of the songs that sound better than ever before!

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No one gave more memorable rock performances then The King himself, Elvis Presley. ELVIS #1 HIT PERFORMANCES AND MORE features 15 of the legend's amazing on-screen appearances, including songs played on THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW, clips from his many classic musicals, and rare unaired footage from his 1968 comeback special.

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This engaging program looks at the origins of rock & roll in Memphis in the 1950s--and how a number of varied factors crystallized into a new kind of music when Elvis Presley arrived on the scene--using interviews with experts, first-hand testimony, and rare photographs and video footage.

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In honor of the King's death a quarter-century ago, this concert from 2002 resurrects Elvis Presley--via video--to perform alongside his former band mates. From Memphis, Tennessee, this live performance creatively combines the vintage footage of Presley with a live band as they perform his most beloved songs.

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Elvis Presley performs in Honolulu, Hawaii, in this 1973 concert. Among the 25 titles included are "Blue Suede Shoes," "Suspicious Minds," and "C.C. Rider." Elvis made television and entertainment history as this was the first-ever live concert broadcast over satellite, reaching in excess of one billion people worldwide. Note: Elvis' performances of I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry, I Can't Stop Loving You, and Johnny B. Goode in the Aloha From Hawaii concert have been deleted from the newly re-released DVD/VHS editions of this program. Music publishing clearance from the songs' owners was up for renewal and an agreement could not be reached. This edited version is the only available version of Elvis' historic Aloha From Hawaii concert.

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When Elvis Presley first set foot in Memphis' Sun Studios on July 5th, 1954, little did he know that he would be launching a 50-year legacy spanning television, film, and pop music. This nostalgic documentary celebrates Elvis' long and varied career in show business through interviews with Tom Jones, Glen Campbell, Kenny Rogers, ZZ Top, Suzi Quatro, Neil Sedaka, and many others.

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The early, pre-fame years of Elvis Presley are the fascinating topic for this documentary. Many associates and fellow musicians recount encounters with the future legend in this release, and expand on what it was like to tour with The King around this time.

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Elvis Presley sings his number one hits in this collection that runs the gamut of his whirlwind career. Among the 15 performances included here are "Don't Be Cruel," from TV's ED SULLIVAN SHOW; "Can't Help Falling In Love," from the motion picture BLUE HAWAII; and the anthemic "Suspicious Minds," from a 1970 concert.

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Broadcast in 1960, this show marked the end of a series of shows on ABC hosted by Frank Sinatra. The climax was spectacular, with the king of rock 'n' roll, Mr. Elvis Aaron Presley, making a stunning performance. Although the quality of this recording is not picture-perfect, this is nevertheless a fascinating look at the moment two music legends met.

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This collection celebrates Elvis's early film career. The set includes the films CLAMBAKE (1967), KID GALAHAD (1962), FOLLOW THAT DREAM (1962), and FRANKIE AND JOHNNY (1962).

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Elvis Presley, the undisputed king of rock, performs in a concert recorded on December 3, 1968. Airing as an NBC special, this spectacular performance--his first T.V. performance in eight years--has become legendary. Performing alone as well as in special jam sessions with Scotty Moore and D.J. Fontana, his early backing musicians, Elvis puts on the kind of crackling, charismatic show which helped make him the most famous rock & roll star of all time.

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Six movies featuring the king of rock & roll, Elvis Presley, are featured on this collection. The titles included are CHARRO; GIRL HAPPY; KISSIN' COUSINS; LIVE A LITTLE, LOVE A LITTLE; STAY AWAY, JOE; and TICKLE ME.

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The King of Rock and Roll is profiled in this documentary, as recalled by "Diamond Joe" Esposito, his right hand man and Graceland insider. Using over 200 rare photos, home movies, press conferences, film clips, newsreels, and interviews, "Diamond Joe" provides a truly candid, fascinating portrait of Elvis's life and times. Authorized by Elvis Presely Enterprises, HIS BEST FRIEND REMEMBERS is an excellent documentary and a must-have collector's item for fans.

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To say that Elvis is an icon is an understatement. His name alone conjures up images and sounds like few personalities in the history of entertainment can. But he was more than just a name or those unforgettable gyrations, and this intimate portrait reveals a side of the Memphis legend few but his inner circle have ever seen. In this personal documentary Elvis discusses his life, his thoughts on fame, and his concerns about his future. Also included here are 18 rare tracks The King recorded for his mom. Just when fans thought they have heard and seen everything, this package shows up to rock their world.