Elvis: The King's Realm Discussion Forum

FanFrom'61 wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:44 am Are the CDs housed in plastic sleeves ?

Yes they are.

John wrote: December 19th, 2025, 12:37 pm

Jans wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:42 am The packaging of the cd's is not that nice as previous boxsets.
See example Jailhouse Rock / G.I.Blues
Looks cheap.

I think it's better. The CDs are better protected and slide out easily against the plastic backing.

As long as they aren’t the nasty ones that cause some kind of chemical reaction that can take place over time.

John wrote: December 19th, 2025, 12:37 pm

Jans wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:42 am The packaging of the cd's is not that nice as previous boxsets.
See example Jailhouse Rock / G.I.Blues
Looks cheap.

I think it's better. The CDs are better protected and slide out easily against the plastic backing.

As long as they are the new kind of Polypropylene (PP) sleeves and aren’t the nasty PVC ones that cause some kind of chemical reaction that can take place over time.

John wrote: December 19th, 2025, 1:18 pm

FanFrom'61 wrote: December 19th, 2025, 12:52 pm

John wrote: December 19th, 2025, 12:37 pm

Jans wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:42 am The packaging of the cd's is not that nice as previous boxsets.
See example Jailhouse Rock / G.I.Blues
Looks cheap.

I think it's better. The CDs are better protected and slide out easily against the plastic backing.

As long as they are the new kind of Polypropylene (PP) sleeves and aren’t the nasty PVC ones that cause some kind of chemical reaction that can take place over time.

Let's keep our fingers crossed.

I had a bad experience once with one of the CD's in such a sleeve in an FTD book. The CD surface was all foggy/brownish. Luckily it still played well. But since then I always take the CD's out of these kind of bags asap and store them, outside the box, in regular CD cases or in paper sleeves. Better safe than sorry...

JoeyCoco wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:30 am “The Making Of…” is a long-term project that is worked on throughout the year and usually released toward the end of the year. “Blue Hawaii” was an exception, as it was released in May 2023. The release timing depends on how much photo material is available, or whether new material has recently been found or acquired. Although audio is a secondary focus, not all films have surviving unreleased audio material, that is erased or lost.

Sorry, but that is bullshit.
I worked on the G.I.Blues book with David before he started the King Creole book, but the King Creole set came out first. The same happened with Jailhouse Rock and Blue Hawaii.
These sorts of sets take a lot of time to put together, years in fact, and the research is second to none, and I can state that for a fact.
David is like a bloodhound, finding facts out of the smallest of clues.
Seriously, these sets are expensive, without doubt, but most people don't have any idea what goes in the background producing them.
I, for one, get paid by getting a free set, and I'm more than happy with that, believe me. Just seeing these sets in print after seeing them on my computer screen for so long in is incredible for me, and very satisfying.
These sets are a labour of love by those who help with them, and everyone involved, and long may they continue.

Keith

Keith wrote: December 19th, 2025, 6:43 pm

JoeyCoco wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:30 am “The Making Of…” is a long-term project that is worked on throughout the year and usually released toward the end of the year. “Blue Hawaii” was an exception, as it was released in May 2023. The release timing depends on how much photo material is available, or whether new material has recently been found or acquired. Although audio is a secondary focus, not all films have surviving unreleased audio material, that is erased or lost.

Sorry, but that is bullshit.
I worked on the G.I.Blues book with David before he started the King Creole book, but the King Creole set came out first. The same happened with Jailhouse Rock and Blue Hawaii.
These sorts of sets take a lot of time to put together, years in fact, and the research is second to none, and I can state that for a fact.
David is like a bloodhound, finding facts out of the smallest of clues.
Seriously, these sets are expensive, without doubt, but most people don't have any idea what goes in the background producing them.
I, for one, get paid by getting a free set, and I'm more than happy with that, believe me. Just seeing these sets in print after seeing them on my computer screen for so long in is incredible for me, and very satisfying.
These sets are a labour of love by those who help with them, and everyone involved, and long may they continue.

Keith

Hey Keith, could you tell us a little bit about the work involved in putting together a book like this? Could you share any particular stories? For example, what were the restrictions for the release of Elvis Now In Person 1972? Thank you.

Keith wrote: December 19th, 2025, 6:43 pm

JoeyCoco wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:30 am “The Making Of…” is a long-term project that is worked on throughout the year and usually released toward the end of the year. “Blue Hawaii” was an exception, as it was released in May 2023. The release timing depends on how much photo material is available, or whether new material has recently been found or acquired. Although audio is a secondary focus, not all films have surviving unreleased audio material, that is erased or lost.

Sorry, but that is bullshit.
I worked on the G.I.Blues book with David before he started the King Creole book, but the King Creole set came out first. The same happened with Jailhouse Rock and Blue Hawaii.
These sorts of sets take a lot of time to put together, years in fact, and the research is second to none, and I can state that for a fact.
David is like a bloodhound, finding facts out of the smallest of clues.
Seriously, these sets are expensive, without doubt, but most people don't have any idea what goes in the background producing them.
I, for one, get paid by getting a free set, and I'm more than happy with that, believe me. Just seeing these sets in print after seeing them on my computer screen for so long in is incredible for me, and very satisfying.
These sets are a labour of love by those who help with them, and everyone involved, and long may they continue.

Keith

It’s interesting that you jumped straight to “bullshit” rather than simply asking where my information came from. A question would have taken less energy and looked far less dramatic.

Since you asked — well, actually, you didn’t, but let’s pretend you did — my comments aren’t something I “made up.” Two years ago I purchased two FTD books directly from Pal Granlund and exchanged emails with him. He told me himself that projects like Jailhouse Rock generally take about a year from start to finish. So no, this isn’t some wild fantasy I conjured out of thin air.

That your own experience with David is different doesn’t invalidate mine, nor does it magically transform my statement into “bullshit.” You’re talking about your timeline from your involvement; I’m relaying what the producer himself told me. Both can be true without anyone needing to swing a sledgehammer.

And yes, of course these projects take immense work and dedication — everyone here already knows that. But declaring anything that doesn’t match your personal workflow “bullshit” isn’t exactly the pinnacle of constructive discussion.

A simple “where did you hear that?” would have done the job.

Keith wrote: December 19th, 2025, 6:43 pm

JoeyCoco wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:30 am “The Making Of…” is a long-term project that is worked on throughout the year and usually released toward the end of the year. “Blue Hawaii” was an exception, as it was released in May 2023. The release timing depends on how much photo material is available, or whether new material has recently been found or acquired. Although audio is a secondary focus, not all films have surviving unreleased audio material, that is erased or lost.

Sorry, but that is bullshit.
I worked on the G.I.Blues book with David before he started the King Creole book, but the King Creole set came out first. The same happened with Jailhouse Rock and Blue Hawaii.
These sorts of sets take a lot of time to put together, years in fact, and the research is second to none, and I can state that for a fact.
David is like a bloodhound, finding facts out of the smallest of clues.
Seriously, these sets are expensive, without doubt, but most people don't have any idea what goes in the background producing them.
I, for one, get paid by getting a free set, and I'm more than happy with that, believe me. Just seeing these sets in print after seeing them on my computer screen for so long in is incredible for me, and very satisfying.
These sets are a labour of love by those who help with them, and everyone involved, and long may they continue.

Keith

Thank you Keith,


I couldn’t have said it any better, these books are a labour of love by all involved with them. I was in a fortunate position knowing Trevor Simpson. He used to share information and snippets for his books with me whilst he carried out his hard work, his research and his homework for the FTD books that he wrote.

I know how Trevor felt, from seeing them originally on a pc screen, then eventually inside the printed book was a feeling of great satisfaction and achievement for him.

Re: the CDs getting effected by the wallets.

I take the CDs out and store them in jewel cases. You can print the artwork for the cases here.

https://elvisconcerts.com/elvisdvdcdcovers/index.html

It usually takes a days or so for any new album artwork to get uploaded. Just be patient and they’ll be posted soon.

Take care everyone and I wish you all a very happy and merry Christmas.

A question to Joeycoco, are you a fan of Joe Cocker ?
Youre name is similar?

I waiting for the cd sessions GI Blues in 2026 if it comes out !?

John wrote: December 19th, 2025, 12:37 pm

Jans wrote: December 19th, 2025, 11:42 am The packaging of the cd's is not that nice as previous boxsets.
See example Jailhouse Rock / G.I.Blues
Looks cheap.

I think it's better. The CDs are better protected and slide out easily against the plastic backing.

I think so, too. I actually used rice paper sleeves to put the cds in before putting them back in the book. That worked well.

Playing this release now, and I really enjoy it despite there being nothing really new on it.
I could live without the instrumental tracks, though…I always skip them on any releases.

John wrote: December 22nd, 2025, 5:53 pm

KingElvis wrote: December 22nd, 2025, 7:14 am Playing this release now, and I really enjoy it despite there being nothing really new on it.
I could live without the instrumental tracks, though…I always skip them on any releases.

but Elvis might be playing tuba, or flugelhorn on one of them.

Dont care about that
Its all about the voice
Very little talk about this release….many havent gotten it yet

I just received the set late last week but have not yet had time to dive into it. Just wish the outer packing of was a bit stronger. My set came with dents caused by shipping internationally. I don't blame my Elvis dealer for this -- I blame FTD. A little thicker cardboard would work wonders.

Anyone had despatch notifications from NDT yet. Still showing as pre-order on their site.

John wrote: January 2nd, 2026, 1:17 pm

Mike C wrote: December 30th, 2025, 7:48 pm I just received the set late last week but have not yet had time to dive into it. Just wish the outer packing of was a bit stronger. My set came with dents caused by shipping internationally. I don't blame my Elvis dealer for this -- I blame FTD. A little thicker cardboard would work wonders.

Mine was shipped internationally. There was so much packaging it took me about half an hour to remove it.

You are lucky! Who did you order from?

John wrote: January 2nd, 2026, 3:49 pm

Mike C wrote: January 2nd, 2026, 3:04 pm

John wrote: January 2nd, 2026, 1:17 pm

Mike C wrote: December 30th, 2025, 7:48 pm I just received the set late last week but have not yet had time to dive into it. Just wish the outer packing of was a bit stronger. My set came with dents caused by shipping internationally. I don't blame my Elvis dealer for this -- I blame FTD. A little thicker cardboard would work wonders.

Mine was shipped internationally. There was so much packaging it took me about half an hour to remove it.

You are lucky! Who did you order from?

Bear Family Records.

Good to hear they packed it well. Thanks.

Mine has just been sent by NDT, looking forward to hearing this one.