ELVIS PRESLEY Blue Hawaii (Original Master
Recording 2022 limited edition 14-track double album
2-LP, mastered by Krieg Wunderlich at Mobile Fidelity Sound
Lab on the Gain 2 Ultra Analog System, plated and pressed at
RTI on 180-gram High-Definition vinyl and cut at 45RPM.
Blue Hawaii transports listeners to both the carefree
innocent escapism of the early '60s and calming, breezy
atmospherics of the famous Pacific Islands. If you've ever
wondered what it might be liketo have Presley inhabit your
room, this collectible reissue helps make it happen with
superb presence, clarity, immediacy, and transparency.
Gatefold picture sleeve individually numbered in gold, factory
sealed inside its perforated loose bag. Highly recommended).
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Elvis Presley Blue Hawaii - Original Master Recording - 45RPM - Sealed US 2-LP vinyl record set (Double LP Album)
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MASTERED FROM THE ORIGINAL MASTER TAPES AND PRESSED AT RTI
1/4" / 15 IPS analog master to DSD 256 to analog console to lathe
The old adage about Elvis Presley is that his soundtrack work never held a candle next to his studio albums. Though true for a majority of his film-related outings, the traditional notion is forever disproved by his Blue Hawaii set. Originally released in 1961 in support of the film in which he starred, the triple-platinum LP spent nearly five months at the top of the Billboard album charts; outsold his two prior studio efforts; and ultimately, remains the second-best-selling soundtrack of the musical-dominant 1960s. And now, it has received sonic treatment befitting rock royalty.
Side 1
1. Blue Hawaii
2. Almost Always True
3. Aloha Oe
4. No More
Side 2
1. Can't Help Falling in Love
2. Rock-a-Hula Baby
3. Moonlight Swim
Side 3
1. Ku-U-I-Po
2. Ito Eats
3. Slicin' Sand
4. Hawaiian Sunset
Side 4
1. Beach Boy Blues
2. Island of Love
3. Hawaiian Wedding Song
Mastered from the original master tapes and pressed at RTI, Mobile Fidelity's numbered-edition 180g 45RPM 2LP set of Blue Hawaii transports listeners to both the carefree innocent escapism of the early '60s and calming, breezy atmospherics of the famous Pacific Islands. If you've ever wondered what it might be like to have Presley inhabit your room, this collectible reissue helps make it happen with superb presence, clarity, immediacy, and transparency.
Recorded before the King started to burn out on soundtracks and go into a creative tailspin, Blue Hawaii presents him in tremendous voice. The newly uncovered layers of detail, body, emotionalism, and tonality on this 2LP set bring that treasured element – as well as the brilliance of the arrangements and accompaniment – to light like never before. Presley's warm crooning alone warrants unmitigated attention. It's not for nothing that this record – replete with panache, whimsy, romance, and seriousness – forever altered the course of his career.
Much like the film itself, the music on Blue Hawaii subscribes to a feel-good aesthetic. Presley plunges into a stylistic deep end with equal parts fearlessness and fun. He delves into early rock 'n' roll ("Rock-A-Hula Baby"); touching balladry ("Hawaiian Wedding Song"); playful rumba ("Beach Boy Blues"); relaxing luaus ("Hawaiian Sunset"); and naturally, island-inspired fare ("Ku-U-I-Po"). It becomes immediately evident that the King is enjoying himself and committed to the mission. Is Blue Hawaii all serious art? No, but it was never intended to be. Rather, it serves as a showcase of Presley's outgoing personality and chameleon-like ability – like that of Frank Sinatra – to inhabit different roles and entertain.
Of course, Blue Hawaii remains timeless for another reason: The inclusion of the timeless, gorgeous, and still-untouchable staple "Can't Help Falling in Love." Penned by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss, the love song quickly transformed into an international standard – with Presley's definitive version hitting No. 2 on the charts and ultimately becoming the closing song to his concerts. Ranked among the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time by Rolling Stone, its conviction, sentiment, and depth testify on behalf of why Presley still reigns as the King.
However subtly, the staple also underscores another reason Blue Hawaii should never be overlooked in Presley's canon: the ace musicians involved in its creation. Guitarists Scotty Moore and Hank Garland; drummer D.J. Fontana; percussionist Hal Blaine; pianist Floyd Cramer; bassist Bob Moore; and iconic gospel backing vocalists the Jordanaires all contribute masterful performances. Hearing them with such expressiveness, openness, and realism on this reissue should forever alter how Presley's 1961 soundtrack – the finest of his career – is viewed. As he sings in the title track, dreams come true, indeed.
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| Condition : |
Factory sealed from new. This item is unplayed. Click here for more info. |
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In Stock - Buy Now for shipping on Thursday 19th December
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| Year of Release: |
2022 |
| Artist: |
Elvis Presley (click here for complete listing) |
| Title: |
Blue Hawaii (click here for more of the same title) |
| Price: |
£ 89.99, US$ 114.29
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| Format: |
2-LP vinyl record set (Double LP Album) |
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| Record Label: |
Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab |
| Catalogue No: |
MFSL2-504 |
| Country of Origin: |
USA
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| Language: |
Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description. |
| Date of Release: |
Unconfirmed
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| EIL.COM Ref No |
ELV2LBL801083 (quote this reference in any e-mails, letters, faxes or phone calls to help identify this item) |
| Barcode : |
821797250412 |
| Genres: |
50's Artists / Rock & Roll
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| Related Artists: |
Ace Cannon, Art Stillman, Bill Black's Combo, Billy Strange, Hank Garland, Jimmy Dobro, Johnny Earle & The Jordanaires, Lisa Marie Presley, Orion (Elvis), Scotty Moore, Solomon King, The Imperials (Gospel), The Jordanaires |
| Complete Stock List: |
Elvis Presley |
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sales@eil.com to contact our sales team. |
| Alternative Names: |
ELVIS PRESELY,ELVIS PRESELEY, ELVIS
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| To order by phone: |
Call +44 1474 815010 quoting EIL.COM reference number ELV2LBL801083 |
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