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The third concert wasn't released in complete form before, but bits and pieces had previously come to light on the boxed sets "Collector's Gold" (1993) and "Today, Tomorrow And Forever" (2002).

 

Blue Suede Shoes

This time the count-in is done via handclaps, then the orchestra starts to play the "Opening Riff" and Elvis enters the stage for the second time this day. Charlie hands him his guitar and soon the king is in the midst of a rockin' rendition of "Blue Suede Shoes". While repeating "blue, blue, blue suede shoes" Elvis jokingly imitates the noise of a gear shift (back then you had to change the gears of your car manually).

I Got A Woman

Elvis sings the word "well" to demonstrate the chime, the harmony singers repeat the pitch. After pretending to wake up his legs (the guy is 34 and his body slowly, but surely quits working) he segues into a great rendition of "I Got A Woman". Today he even includes the rarely sung line "She gives me money, when I'm in need. She's a kind of friend indeed.".

All Shook Up

The king repeats the joke with the word "well" and rocks through a fast-paced "All Shook Up". He fools around with the lyrics a bit and sings "I'm a little screwed up" instead of "I'm a little shook up".

Love Me Tender

The following two performances were previously released on the boxed set "Collector's Gold". Elvis greets the audience and says "You ain't seen nothing, till you've seen a funky angel, boy!". The cherubs on the wall and on the ceiling of the showroom really seem to amuse him. Of course he also jokes about is sports drink and claims to have recorded "Love Me Tender" in 1927, shortly before the stock market crashed. Elvis obviously likes to kiss the ladies, but during the second part of the song he focuses on the music.

Jailhouse Rock / Don't Be Cruel

Now the king presents his joke about the biggest records and also tells the crowd about his craps-fantasy, which includes Howard Huges and Kirk Kerkorian. During "Don't Be Cruel" he not only threads to kick his loved one in the butt if she doesn't forget the past, but also continues the line "Baby if I made you mad" with a salacious "you feel like you've been had".

Heartbreak Hotel

Maybe the man from Memphis is in a raunchy mood today. This time his ex isn't "lonely", but "horny".

Hound Dog

Elvis tells his "romantic" story and segues into a frantic version of "Hound Dog".

Memories

The next tune is introduced with "A song I did on my recent tv show...which wasn't very good". Well, maybe Elvis really didn't like "Memories" very much, because today he doesn't hold the notes long enough and appears to be somewhat in a hurry to get over with the ballad. Of course that doesn't keep him from making contact with the female part of the audience. 

My Babe

Instead of continuing with the medley of "Mystery Train" and "Tiger Man" the king comes up with something new. I guess Felton Jarvis and RCA requested a more variable set list to have more choices for the planned live album. Tonight's performance would be released in 2002 on the boxed set "Today, Tomorrow And Forever".

Mystery Train / Tiger Man

Returning to the usual procedure Elvis announces the medley. Once again he ironically puts himself down and says "One of my first records...was terrible". After a few more jokes he presents "Mystery Train" and "Tiger Man". It's a very good performance and a great combination of rock and r&b.

Monologue

To catch some breath the king tells the audience about his life and career. The version here is presented in edited form, because the old magnetic tape was damaged beyond repair.

Baby What You Want Me To Do

Now Elvis plays the typical "rock'n'roll chord" and says "The world's oldest blues" before performing "Baby What You Want Me To Do". Back in 2002 BMG released this and the two following tracks on their compilation "Today, Tomorrow And Forever".

Funny, How Time Slips Away

Once again the king strays from his usual set list. He would record "Funny, How Time Slips Away" in June 1970 and release it in early 1971 on the album "Elvis Country - I'm 10,000 Years Old". I like this early version, during which the singer accompanies himself on an electric guitar, very much. It has a loose, jam-like feeling, especially when the king wants to end the performance and his band has to adjust within a second. Afterwards Elvis mentions the current recording project and bestows some of the ladies with a bit of attention.

Runaway

Del Shannon's "Runaway" is presented with zest and Elvis obviously enjoys the performance. It's a pity, that he wouldn't come back to this song after the engagement was over.

Are You Lonesome Tonight

After so many cover versions the king finally presents one of his own hits. Well, "Are You Lonesome Tonight" also isn't an original song either, but nobody really remembers Ned Jacob's recording from the 1920s.

Yesterday / Hey Jude

Elvis sings "Yesterday" very well, but I guess his substituting "man" with "stud" kept RCA from using today's rendition. From "Hey Jude" the king just borrows the "na-na-na"-part and uses it to get involved with the ladies.

Introductions

The introduction of the musicians is short and sweet, afterwards Elvis welcomes a few celebs. Today Diana Ross, Michael Ansara and Pat Wayne are in the audience. Introducing Mr. Ansara he mentions to have worked with his wife (Barbara Eden, famous for her leading role in "I Dearam Of Jeannie") on "Flaming Star", but then he remembers to have worked with the man himself on "Harum Scarum". I guess Elvis dislikes the movie so much, he simply has repressed his memories from making it.

In The Ghetto

The king continues with his comeback single "In The Ghetto", the first real big seller since 1965.

Suspicious Minds

With his forthcoming 45 Elvis delivers the highlight of the evening. "Suspicious Minds" is just a wall of sound and the king shakes to he music like an athlete.

What'd I Say

While the audience still applaudes the band starts to play "What'd I Say" and Elvis, albeit still a bit out of breath, rocks along. Suddenly he leaves the stage and the show appears to be over. But then he returns and finishes the performance. This track also is known from BMG's "Today, Tomorrow And Forever" set.

Can't Help Falling In Love

The movie ballad "Can't Help Falling In Love" is used to shake some hands and kiss some girls. During the grand finale the golden curtain comes down and the concert is over for real.

 

 

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