FTD 231: Soldier Boy (Preorder)

Three months. Two books. Four CD’s. One soldier who forever changed rock ‘n’ roll!

When Elvis Presley was drafted in March of 1958, many thought it would be the end of his career. In reality, it would be the start of one of the most fascinating chapters of his life, from the last hours in an American recording studio to the first months as Private Presley in Germany.

With the Elvis Presley: Soldier Boy box set, you will get access to new pictures, documentaries, and complete recordings never before published in this form. An exclusive and individually numbered collector’s edition for the serious collector who wants the full story, and not just the one everybody knows.

Book 1 – Memphis to Brooklyn

An exclusive coffee-table hardcover book, fully illustrated with a plethora of rare and new photographs and documents. The book follows Elvis’ military service from his March 1958 draft through basic training in Texas to his departure from Brooklyn for Germany in September that same year.

The book also contains a thorough analysis of Elvis’ Studio B recordings in Nashville in June, 1958.

CD 1 and 2 contains the entire studio session, released for the first time in its completed order of recording.

Book 2 – Germany

An exclusive coffee-table hardcover book with photographs, documents, and memoirs from fellow soldiers, friends, and family. This book is the most detailed and thorough documentation of Elvis’ first three months in Germany to date, spanning from October 1, 1958, to December 31, 1958.

The book also contains information regarding Elvis’ private home recordings in Germany, complete with photographs, documentation and background.

CD 3 and CD 4 contain the home recordings from 1958-59, newly restored especially for this release.

Exclusive collector’s edition, limited and individually numbered with a sticker.

Release date: ultimo July.

Including a special Memphis Mansion bonus: The Elvis By Special Request book by Joseph Tunzi.