As all the Presley shows since 1971, this one begins with "Zarathustra". The band takes over with the "Opening Riff" and Elvis, this time dressed in a two-piece suit, a shirt and a large belt, enters the stage. Charlie Hodge hands him a black guitar and the king walks to the microphone.

The real show starts with a dynamic rendition of "See See Rider". It's slicker than on the album "On Stage - February 1970", but no less energetic. After having finished the presentation, Elvis gives his instrument back to his assistant.

A cover version of CCR's big hit was featured on the same longplayer. Today's arrangement is much better and once again the king delivers a powerful performance.

Hardly waiting for the applause to end the band starts "Never Been To Spain". This one was added to the repertoire in January and still is a true highlight. Especially the chorus gives Elvis an opportunity to use his voice to its full extend.

Now the stage is darkened, Mr. Presley turns his back to the audience and Jerry Sheff plays the bass intro of "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling". Suddenly the background is lid up, Elvis turns around and bursts into the powerful chorus. A great, emotional performance!

Up next is a fast paced version of "Polk Salad Annie". It features a great bass solo by Jerry Sheff and some great moves by Elvis himselvis.

This one is a new addition to the Presley show. The dramatic ballad offers another opportunity for the king to show off his great voice. His performance is full of emotion and vocally nothing but stunning. But the orchestra and harmony singers have to be extolled, too.

Now it's time for the golden greats! Elvis starts with "Fever", another new addition to the program. The audience claps along, a woman unintentionally provides some entertainment by emitting a loud, orgasm-like moan.

Up next is the ballad "Love Me", which thankfully is performed slower than during the king's two previous tours.

Elvis continues with his 1961 hit "Little Sister", which he tags to The Beatles' smasher "Get Back". The songs fit surprisingly well, I wish the king would record his own, complete version of "Get Back".

Now Glen D. Hardin kicks off a zesty rendition of "A Big Hunk O' Love". Elvis and his crew rock the house like only they can do. Great stuff!

Surprisingly the king throws in "The Wonder Of You", his top ten hit from 1970. He hasn't sung it since his first Vegas stint of the previous year, so it's a welcome comeback. The only letdown is, that the recent incarnation has a shortened intro and Elvis leaves out the first verse.

After the short trip to the current decade we get to hear the rock'n'roll classic "Hound Dog". At first Elvis sings a slow, almost bluesy version of the song, then he segues into the expected fast tempo.

Elvis stays with the music style, he once was considered to be the king of. Just like "Hound Dog", it's a rather short presentation. Nevertheless it's performed with drive and is a welcome reminder of everybody's youth.

Now Mr. Presley offers another new song, at least new to his show. It may have been just a matter of time, but here is the king's interpretation of "My Way". Compared to Sinatra, Elvis sings it in a more smooth and grandiouse style. Vocally he's at the peak of his powers and Joe Guercios orchestra does a tremendous job, too.

Of course the fans want to hear "Suspicious Minds", the singer's final number one hit. He doesn't move as wild and as much as two or three years ago, but certainly enough the get the people excited. It's a solid performance by any means.

Elvis takes a minute or two to introduce his stage crew. He also welcomes the actor and comedian Dick Shawn, who is in the audience tonight.

Up next is "An American Trilogy", the ultimate highlight of the Presley show! It's dramatic, it's vocally impressive, it's everything one can expect. When the track was released on a single in April this year, it turned out to be a flop. I guess grandiouse songs like this have no chance on the radio, you have to sit down and really listen to it. However, to experience the performance live in concert is unbeatable.

Without saying goodbye Elvis starts to sing "Can't Help Falling In Love", the logical closer of his show. The band takes over with the "Closing Riff", the golden curtain comes down and the singer is gone. But it won't be for long, in a few hours he'll be back and do it all again!