Here is the complete content for the Aloha From Hawaii - Deluxe Edition DVD.
Release Date; June 22, 2004
Retail Price; $29.95
BMG 82876-60925-92
"ELVIS, Aloha from Hawaii - Deluxe Edition DVD" is a two-disc set featuring all the performance material formally shot in conjunction with Elvis's "Aloha from Hawaii" television special - an historic concert event seen in more than 40 countries by 1.5 billion people when it initially aired in 1973. The original American broadcast version of the show is included for historical context.
The DVD set features the complete concert that was adapted for that special and the complete rehearsal concert performed two days before. Both concerts are presented with newly re-mastered sound and picture and are being released in their complete, uncut form for the first time.
Also included is the raw, uncut footage shot for the "Elvis arrives" sequence of the special's original opening and the raw, uncut performance footage of songs recorded for the after-show session that Elvis taped as a resource of extra material for the American broadcast.
2-DVD set, over 4 hours of material / Includes previously unseen material / The absolutely complete January 12th and January 14th concerts - never before available in complete form. They are re-edited from scratch and feature meticulously remastered sound and picture / The complete footage of the post-concert session Elvis did to expand program content for the American broadcast - never before available in complete, raw form. / The complete footage shot for the 'Elvis arrives' sequence for the opening of the television special - never before available in complete, raw form / The original American broadcast version of the Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii television special / Beautiful, special and deluxe booklet with extensive historical text, never-before-seen photos and rare memorabilia / Critical essay by Dave Marsh / Total Running Time: 242 minutes
The original videotape material for this program has been digitally remastered and restored. The original multi-track audio has been digitally remastered and remixed for Dolby Digital stereo and 5.1 surround.
Disc 1 (running time: 02:18:27)
Elvis arrives and greets fans - January 9th 1973 - for the opening of the Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii television broadcast. Presented here for the first time is the complete, raw, uncut footage from that one-camera shoot.
Rehearsal concert - January 12th 1973 - presented here for the first time in its complete, uncut form, re-edited from scratch with remastered sound and picture.
Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii concert - January 14th 1973 - presented here in its absolute entirety for the first time since the initial satellite transmissions and for the very first time on a DVD or home video release, re-edited from scratch with remastered sound and picture.
Disc 2 (running time: 01:43:39)
Post-concert 'Insert' songs session - January 14th 1973. This after-concert session has Elvis and the band returning to the empty arena to tape five additional songs to be used for the expanded version of the show, as it would be seen on American television. Here, for the very first time, is that session in complete, uncut and uncensored form.
Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii NBC TV Special - April 4, 1973 Broadcast Version Sans the commercials and most of the TV announcer bumpers interrupting it, this is how America first saw Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii on television.
Complete Aloha From Hawaii DVD Details
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Jim Semple wrote on
May 15, 2004
Could somebody please refresh my memory and advise me of the UK release date ? Thanks.
andy0862 wrote on
May 13, 2004
a cold beer, maybe a cigar and the king in full glory on the dvd player - doesnt get much better does it.
this and the 68 comeback release are going to be the highlight of of my 30yrs of being a fan.
CD King wrote on
May 13, 2004
Never have I been so exciting waiting for an Elvis DVD release. I just can't wait to buy this.
jb gude wrote on
May 15, 2004
I have not seen any track listing at elvis.com, Toy can you please let us know where to find the track listing ? and despite my queries there has been no answer to the track listing. Just hope it is an ommision - from epe.
Presleygirl wrote on
May 13, 2004
I'm with you "TCB" and "Tony", I can't hardly wait either! So excited to even think of these great DVD's! I'm a 38 year old Elvis fan who's about as excited as I've ever been about a Elvis release! The only thing that could compare would be seeing Elvis in person, which unfortunately will never happen.
Jeoliverm wrote on
May 13, 2004
Can't control myself! If I had to do, I'll steal, so if you live in Madrid, take my advice: don't go out the 22nd of june, I'm dangerous. I'll buy them both (Aloha and Comeback) and then I won't get out from home for at leat two weeks. (Oh, Lord! What did I've ever done to deserve such a wonder)
Jeoliverm wrote on
May 13, 2004
Big Boss, you can write privates to me if you want.
Here, in Spain, we don't know where we could find those DVDs. In fact I've been trying to get in touch with somebody of the BMG Spain staff and all that I have got is ''please, don't write us anymore 'cause we're not here to answer you''. You know... It's aching and useless to be an Elvis fan in this lovely country. I'm afraid that we have to buy them via Internet.
Jeoliverm wrote on
May 13, 2004
Oooooooh! Sometimes I lose my opportunities to close my (big)mouth. The BMG Spain staff have answerd me: these DVDs will be released in Spain so we could find them in El Corte Ingles. Though at first they (BMG) have been a little bit rude with their answers, now I think they're very kind. I hope they accept my apologises from this website.
Ahmet wrote on
May 13, 2004
Great DVD's but why two press conferance (Las Vegas and Hawaii) not included this set?
dismas wrote on
May 13, 2004
No need to apologize, Joliverma, BMG should be apologizing to you! They should be thrilled that fans are so eagerly awaiting the arrival of these DVDs, especially since it seems to be a fan-driven phenomenon. Have you seen any pre-release hype by BMG in your neck of the international woods? I haven't seen one bit of promo here in the USA. So, all things considered, BMG should be thanking (and helping) the fans and websites like ElvisNews for getting out the news. As close as June 22 may actually be, like you, I just can't wait -- but we'll just have to hold on. The big payoff will surely be worth the wait!
James69 wrote on
May 13, 2004
Ahmet, EPE has already said that the Aloha Press conferences will not be included, for guess why. Copyright reasons! I guess they will splurge for the 35th Anniversary of the Aloha. As for myself, I cannot wait for June 22nd, Aloha, 68 Comeback on DVD, Elvis at Sun (Japan Version with xtra track) And the Sun cd single, expensive day in June for me and many Elvis fans, but I love it!
lray wrote on
May 15, 2004
They also do not mention Fever, Suspicious Minds etc. because it is not a complete list. But I agree that it would be good to see Johnny B. listed because in was one that was in question before. Let us know if you hear back with an email from them.
lray wrote on
May 17, 2004
If you want to see the list of songs at Elvis.com you click on, Shop, and then you can find both the new DVD's. It isn't a complete song list but it does list some of the songs included in the set.
stu wrote on
May 13, 2004
In recent years we have been treated to some great releases that have left everyone with no doubt about Elvis' massive talent and his global popularity. These DVDs can only enhance this. With the very latest sound and picture quality, I can only say that I'm glad I got my big-screen Dolby Digital telly! Roll on June!! Thanks to EPE/BMG, its gonna be a wicked Summer.
Big Boss Man wrote on
May 13, 2004
Joliverma, qhere are u gonna buy the DVD´s?Do you know if in El Corte Ingles they may have it?
Steve Grayson wrote on
May 13, 2004
well i am just excited in getting this elvi dvd release and 68 comeback special dvd set . i just cannot wait. just think , no more split screen versions on songs like Burning Love and other ones thats on this exciting show .
i just cant wait until this is released . - i cant wait . i have this show on video and dvd that was released before . i will definately welcome Aloha From Hawaii - Deluxe Edition - into my Elvis collection. Well done to all concerned on releasing thisdvd - i hope it will not be long before more releases like this is being released .
Steve Grayson wrote on
May 13, 2004
well i just cant wait - lets hope the footage of Elvis Throwing water over C- hodge - on- A BiG Hunk0--Love is included.-
VanGogh wrote on
May 13, 2004
I can;t wait to see the re-edited from scratch version, without all those weird split screens that are in the original. This should be great!
Kevin Pate wrote on
May 13, 2004
I have to say that this is the first time I have ever seen all positive fan comments for an upcoming release except for the art work. I believe this will be a dramatic improvement over the original release. I will buy this DVD as soon as it hits the shelves.
TCB fan wrote on
May 12, 2004
Wow! This dvd will be so fantastic. Now I'm realy counting the days until the release. After years waiting and waiting and waiting. We are realy going to get this dvd. THANKS
gribz wrote on
May 13, 2004
This is all great. Now let's see the Promotion blitz.. Again this is key to bring Elvis to the new generation. George Michael releases and Elvis tribute song next week, and next month former Pres. Clinton has a chapter dedicated to Elvis in his biography. EPE and BMG have a once in a lifetime opportunity to capitalize on this movement to really give Elvis the 50th anniv celebration he deserves. We need it, and the world needs it during this time of pre-fab manufactured pop music. Timing could'nt be better. Help get this message to both BMG and EPE. They have the sponsors, now they need the right strategy
gribz wrote on
May 16, 2004
Cool Step 1 of promo blitz starting with all Hard Rock cafe's rotating highlights of new DVD's on regular basis....
Jon Burrows wrote on
May 13, 2004
I'm like the rest of you: I can't wait! But I would have love to have seen the press conferences and I would love if Aloha and '68 would get the same treatment as That's The Way It Is: Special Edition, that's is to say "the boxset verison" which had posters and other material (but no difference in the movie) ...I would have love to have known about the boxset-version before I accidentally ran into TTWIS:SE in a store (with out all the cool stuff).
But please don't take this as another nag ...excellent work EPE! And I am going to buy the Aloha and the '68!!
Jon Burrows wrote on
May 13, 2004
Oh, sorry there is supposed to be memorabilia included... but does anyone know whether or not the European and for that matter the Asian version had any commercials and/or TV commentary???
elvishimselvis wrote on
May 13, 2004
I heard their will be a small preview of the new DVDs on the off Elvis site... anyone know then this will happen??
Pierjo wrote on
May 15, 2004
Unfortunately I will not be able to watch those two amazing deluxe editions (Comeback and Aloha) just because they will not be released on a VHS format. Well! Finders keepers, losers weepers! As Elvis would say: You can not please everyone! Anyway that's how I will be!