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CD-1 Special EditionIncludes the original album as released in 1970, certified GOLD by the RIAA. Songs 1-12 are original mixes and digitally restored, The additional recordings are taken from the same 1970 Nashville sessions and Las Vegas concerts as the original album.Musicianstracks 2, 3, 5, 6, 9-14 and 16-19: Guitars: James Burton & Chip Young (Eddie Hinton on track 19), Bass: Norbert Putnam, Drums and Percussion: Jerry Carrigan, Piano: David Briggs, Organ and Harmonica: Charlie McCoy, Vocals: The Imperials, The Jordanairs, Millie Kirkham, Mary Green, Mary Holladay, Ginger Holladay, Temple Riser, June Page, Sonja Montgomery and Dolores Edgin.Musicianstracks 1, 4, 7, 8-15: Guitars: James Burton, John Wilkinson and Elvis Presley, Bass: Jerry Scheff, Drums: Ron Tutt, Piano: Glen D. Hardin, Vocals: Millie Kirkham, The Sweet Inspirations , The Imperials and Charlie Hodge Orchestra conducted by Joe Guercio. |
CD-2 The ConcertIncludes all of Elvis' performances from the midnight show at the Las Vegas Hilton on August 12, 1970. Probably the best live concert ever recorded by Elvis Presley. Most of the performances are previously unreleased and the entire show has been remixed.MusiciansGuitars: James Burton, John Wilkinson and Elvis Presley,Bass: Jerry Scheff, Drums: Ron Tutt, Piano: Glen D. Hardin, Vocals: Millie Kirkham, The Sweet Inspirarions, The Imperials and Charlie Hodge Orchestra conducted by Joe Guercio. |
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CD-3 The RehearsalIncludes nine additional live performances from the same Las Vegas season and many rehearsals that provide a rare look into preparations for the movie and "music-making" of Elvis Presley and his musicians. The sound quality varies due to tape source. However, priority has been given to historic content. Elvis'professional determination and spontaneous jamming more than compensate by offering a unique and insightful document of a perfectionist at work.MusiciansGuitars: James Burton, John Wilkinson and Elvis Presley,Bass: Jerry Scheff, Drums: Ron Tutt, Piano: Glen D. Hardin, Vocals: Millie Kirkham, The Sweet Inspirarions, The Imperials and Charlie Hodge Orchestra conducted by Joe Guercio. Note: Only the rhythm group participated in the July rehearsals. |
