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I want a love like this

forehead to forehead, he would press and roll slightly to “mug noggins” - Linda Thompson

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1968 comeback has a special place in my heart

What is your favorite part of the '68 Special?

Pictures: Singer Presents  ... Elvis, commonly referred to as the '68 Comeback Special. 1968.

For me, undoubtedly I say my favorite part of the '68 Special is the sit-down concerts, specially the reunion between Elvis and the remaining members of Elvis' former band, the Blue Moon Boys, Scotty Moore and DJ Fontana.

I wonder if the fans, not the specialized critic such as musicians and general people in the business but specially the fans, back then, while watching this TV special for the first time, understood or merely felt the significance of this moment. I wonder if they were surprised in seeing Elvis not only back onstage after a while but back onstage with Scotty and DJ Fontana by his side. Man, that was special! To me, the most special portion of the '68 Comeback. ♥

Bill Black, bassist, unfortunately passed away in 1965, while Elvis was still full time engaged with his Hollywood career. Fans only wish Bill could have been there with Scotty and DJ. He had that irreverent performance that fascinates me, surely he would've been a great asset to the show. I only feel sorry Elvis, neither Scotty or DJ, ever mentioned Bill on the '68 Special, but its understandable the reason why. It wasn't about the Blue Moon Boys more than it was about Elvis returning to the stage. Even so, had Bill made it to this moment, man! That would've been something else. Even more meaningful than it already was.

Scotty Moore: His memories on the '68 Comeback Special and 'behind the scenes': Elvis and The Blue Moon Boys performing in Europe?

Source: Excerpt of the documentary "Elvis: The Birth of Rock n' Roll" (2004)

Scotty reveals Elvis asked him and DJ Fontana if they would agree to go on the road with him again, this time performing overseas, in Europe. Curious enough, to that question, Scotty says Elvis called him and DJ Fontana to another room in his home, so they could talk in private - which was something unusual for him because "usually anything he had to say, he'd say no matter who was around".

For the longest time, performing around the world was something Presley aimed. Ever since he had been stationed in Germany with the US Army during his service time, a period he did paused his career therefore he didn't perform while in Europe between 1958 to 1960, reporters asked him if and when that moment would come when Elvis would go back to Europe but this time for live concerts, to the thrill of his passionate fans overseas who followed him career from afar, many since the 50s. Unfortunately touring outside US (other than few performances in Canada in 1957) never seemed the get the right time.

Once Elvis begin performing live again in 1969, after he was out of the movie contracts, Elvis' manager, Colonel Tom Parker, would always have excuses on the tip of his tongue for why an European tour, or world tour for that matter, would not be a such good idea. When Elvis received some death threats coming his way through letters sent to his crew occasionally, starting from 1969 on, those incident perfectly fit to Colonel Parker's intentions for his gold boy. Parker would use the incidents to manipulate Elvis to believe they couldn't do his security properly out of the US. Colonel would tell Presley how it would be too dangerous for him, besides they could make just as much money performing home as they have been doing so far.

Elvis never had this one dream of performing overseas coming true in his life, as much as another reunion between him and the Blue Moon Boys never came to be after the '68 Comeback Special. Scotty says that private conversation in Elvis' home (in 1968) was the last time he was together with Elvis like that, which makes this moment in history one of a kind.

During the '68 Special (sit-down concert), Scotty submits a special request to Elvis for them to play "Lawdy Miss Clawdy" together.

The song was recorded by them on February 3, 1956, at RCA studios in New York. It was released as B-side to the EP "Elvis Presley", out in September 1956. The cover shows Elvis, Scotty Moore and Bill Black performing together.

Later, the song would be featured on the LP "For Elvis Fans Only" released in 1959. Elvis would frequently include "Lawdy Miss Clawdy" to his main setlists from 1970 to 1975, occasionally performing it in 1976 and 1977.

No wonder Scotty picked this song. Maybe a subtle way of honoring late Bill Black. ♥

About their performance of this tune during the '68 Comeback Special:

As they jam together, Scotty gives a cue and Elvis tears into “Lawdy Miss Clawdy” with a raw assault of mixed emotion. His performance is so intense that it almost—in the best way—scratches the ears. Vocal cords that, so far, have proved their owner’s mastery with smooth singing are pushed to the point of fraying at the edges. As Greil Marcus noticed, when Elvis lurches into the number, what he experiences is a feeling that is both joshing and liberated. At one point, as the musicians jam together, it’s possible to hear Charlie Hodge getting carried away with laughter, as if bobbing in the fray of a heady, almost oceanic moment. In his underrated 2004 pocket volume The Rough Guide to Elvis, Paul Simpson describes “Lawdy Miss Clawdy” as “Elvis’s answer to Jack Kerouac’s On the Road.” Taking on this old staple in the Comeback, what the singer delivers is lusty, passionate, and commanding, yet also desperate, angry, and sad. He conjures with immense powers. — Mark Duffett (Counting Down Elvis - His 100 Finest Songs, 2018)

Again, what is your favorite part of the '68 Special?

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Elvis.

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January 16, 1971:

Elvis Presley was named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation for 1970 by the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (the Jaycees). Elvis and Priscilla attended the JCC prayer breakfast at the Memphis Holiday Inn Rivermont.

Afterwards, there was a press conference where Elvis responded to a question about the effect of music on today’s youth. “I don’t go along with music advocating drugs and desecration of the flag. I think an entertainer is for entertaining and to make people happy.”

At 5 pm, Elvis gave a reception at Graceland for award winners and Jaycee officials, during which he conducted informal tours of the house. One hour later, Elvis and Priscilla hosted a formal dinner for 100 guests at the Four Flames Restaurant, where place cards had been embossed with the TCB logo and signed by the star.

During the 8 pm awards ceremony at Ellis Auditorium, Elvis proudly accepted an honor that clearly meant as much to him as any public recognition he had ever received. The trophy he received became one of his most treasured possessions, which he even took with him on his travels.

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SERIOUS MATTER: BLUE OR RED?

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This photo is killing me. The sideburns, the lips, his cute nose, his eyebrows, his jawline and lashes look so good here🥺⚡️

I mean?! That Adam's apple is making things for me 😵. The incipient beard? The LASHES?!

Excuse me while I'm having a heart attack.

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What are the sexiest things about EP's feature to you?

I like discussing things with you, guys. It's always nice knowing different opinions on things. So, here it goes my thinking on this... I hope you can share yours too.

Every time I see Elvis doing two specific things with his body my mind goes blank for a little while. I always wanted to know if you feel the same (I have a feeling you do). I never seem to find the 'right opportunity' to address this theme — I don't know why — so here it goes anyway. It's really appealing to me when Elvis inflates his nostrils after he finishes a sentence or he's about to begin a new one, and also when he clenches his jaw and there's the visible bone (or muscle) structure on his exquisite manly face jolting out his cheeks. I know its not just me that pays attention to those details about him, but it's much more common to see the fandom talking either about the long fingers in his hands or his round cute little butt or his sexy grin (those things we frequently hear about). Although i still love those assets on him very much, of course, there's many more parts of his body and the way he moves it that are just as appealing.

Specially the subtle things keep my eyes glued on him.

Like, you know... I recently realized Elvis moves in a certain way when he shrugs in a playful manner. He does the same move (a special kind of shrug to him) during a quick moment on his 'Welcome Home Elvis' episode on 'The Frank Sinatra Timex Show' in 1960, and also during his Astrodome, Houston, TX (1970) press conference. This one-sided shrug:

Isn't it the cutest and also sexiest thing? 🥹

Yes, sexy doesn't mean it has to be explicit or vulgar someway. Elvis actually was sexy in a non-vulgar way - even tho the journalists thought it otherwise in the 50s as we all know.

So, what are yours favorite things about Elvis features - other than the obvious?

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I will miss and love you every single day I’m living on this planet. Until I get to see you in heaven. 🕊️⚡️you have so many beautiful people who remember you and will love you forever. Happy birthday Elvis Presley and Jesse. You beautiful soul.

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I would’ve loved to have sat in to one of his recordings, oh my goodness. Look at how precious his smile is.

August 24, 1956: Elvis during the "Love Me Tender" soundtrack recording session. 📀

August 24, 1956: Elvis during the "Love Me Tender" soundtrack recording session at Radio Recorders in Hollywood, CA.

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THREE OF THE FOUR SONGS INCLUDED ON "LOVE ME TENDER" SOUNDTRACK WERE RECORDED THAT DAY — On August 24, 1956: "Love Me Tender"; "Poor Boy" and "We're Gonna Move". The last one, "Let Me" was recorded on September 4, 1956.

"Let Me" by Elvis Presley. The song is credited to Elvis Presley and Vera Matson, the wife of Ken Darby, the principal writer, and published by Elvis Presley Music.

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What a humble man. Trend setter for sure hehe ✨⚡️

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The red/burgundy outfit from the ‘68 comeback!

Elvis was such a lovely human, personality and looks.

I love this outfit, not sure why but it really catches my eye!

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Hehe back at you! Ohana! 🫶🏽🫡

Lilo & Stitch (2002) dir. Chris Sanders, Dean DeBlois

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Yes.

POV: You’re Elvis’ girlfriend wife taking candid photos of him

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Don’t know the exact date, sorry. But 50s forsure

Elvis and a cigar, not sure what pose he’s doing but hello sir.

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I love his hair in all ways! Long hair or short hair, blonde or black. Elvis is Elvis and I love him🥹 look how precious he is here!

Elvis at the RCA's Studio One in NY, for a recording session in July 2, 1956, where he recorded that day 'Hound Dog' and 'Don't Be Cruel'

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I'm not into the natural light-haired Elvis as I am into black-hair EP, but on those pictures he looks so cute! I wonder if it wasn't for the acting career, would Elvis have maintained his natural hair color? 🤔

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The fit omg -

At Los Angeles Airport, California, December 22, 1961.

At Los Angeles Airport, California, May 11, 1974.

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Jumpsuit man when he’s modeling them in his suite

modeling some jumpsuits ⚡️