Andy 60s Music Blog
I have the above Long Play [LP] 1957 recording and was surprised that when I presented a song from the selection to friends, not many were aware or even knew the song.
My accompanying comment was, "One of my fave songs was when Elvis did his 50s song, Any Place Is Paradise; still one of his most memorable hits, personally. Not many folks know this one. With the guitar solo in between and that 'cling, cling cling jazz.' "
Quite a number were nice and honest enough to mention, "You're right, I'm one of those who don't know [haven't heard] this song. Now I know. thanks!" Another commented that he was in the group as he had just heard it because I mentioned it. It was a typical Elvis, R&B blues song. A third friend loved the solo in between. And a fourth good friend said, "Andy, I was still a baby!"
Thanks to all my friends above. Yes, I am old.
The image shows the back cover of the Elvis Presley No. 2 record in the last posting. Elvis the Pelvis, as he is usually known, gyrates and hip-swivels his way through this LP with: Rip It Up, When My Blue Moon Turns To Gold Again, **Long Tall Sally, Paralysed, Ready Teddy and How Do You Think I Feel.
'Any Place Is Paradise', Elvis Presley. YouTube Video by: Rychie Tube.
His other songs though, reveal his more subdued and pensive mood when he delivers, Love Me, First In Line, So Glad You're Mine, Any Place Is Paradise, How's The World Treating You and Old Shep.
Another favourite of mine is the hot, sweaty, Paralyzed. Check it out below.
While checking this first impression record, *HMV/CLP 1105 which is made in Great Britain, I find that it is a collector's item. The price will not be mentioned. Produced in 1957 it is in mint condition. Because Presley pressings run into millions, only certain records are collectibles.
*Elvis Presley No 2 Also known as Rock n Roll No 2 HMV CLP 1105 1957. Matrix G2 WP 7207 2N/7208 1N, Label Side 1.
**Long Tally Sally, Recorded by Crescendos/Philips/Universal Music, Singapore.
Image/Original article: Andy Lim Collection.
This posting is an extension from one dated: 8.9.2009.
'Paralysed' Elvis Presley. YouTube Video by: Simone Presley Brasil.
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12 comments:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTRLYyXHRj0
Celine Dion with Elvis Presley.. great performance! Celine has a very powerful voice.
Yes, thanks. Great performance. But more interesting is how it's done. 2livefools explain it on their video clip on April, 28th, 2007.
I agree with the Celine Dion's voice is very powerful...But the King Elvis, his heavenly voice is very sweetness...Ever, Never.....I know the great performances of Celine with Elvis their duo concerts well...It was Great !
Yes watched it during the American Idol series. Like Nat Cole and his daughter Natalie's duet for Unforgettable. Even Elvis' duet with his daughter. What modern technology can do.
Thank you very much for visiting and the information provided. I find the blog fascinating and informative and hope others will visit it too.
Cheers.
Elvis is the greatest so time and again, there will be postings about The King. Please provide information on Elvis Presley blogs on the Net anytime.
Cheers.
WOW ! Elvis Presley - The King Of Rock & Roll who passed away on the 16th. of August 1977 & is still making waves & ganering new fans in this day & age. He'll probably remain The King Of Rock & Roll for a very long time. Hail King Elvis Presley !
Thank you my dear reader, whoever you are. You sound like a familiar guest but I’m not certain. You’re right about Elvis. He’d probably ‘live’ for a long time.
Is the film EPIC: Elvis Presley in Concert playing in Singapore? If it is, everyone should rush out and see it. Fantastic.
Steve
Yes Steve. Should be on. But many cinemas have closed nowadays. Not sure if it’s going to be a box~office success! Thanks for checking in. Do write when you’re free in between your teaching at the University
Good to hear. Our King is still reigning the roost. I am from old Rediffusion at Tiong Bahru in 1964. Still listening to him using my old amplifier, player and speakers.
Wow! You must be one of those requesters that Larry Lai used to reply to during his years. Thanks for checking in Ricardo. I salute you. Hope more of readers like you will write in. I’m thrilled. 🙏👏😄
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