whats the best concert in your opinion [Archive]

presley31

02-21-2008, 02:01 PM

That's the way it is.

Reasons :
The energy he had on stage.
The Charisma he had.
His Looks :P
And his slender figure.
His amazing voice...

Boy, i could go all night...

oh what a great choice, elvis did look really good there:blush:

marijaep

02-21-2008, 02:13 PM

Aloha From Hawaii! :wub:
He sounded good, looked good, awesome track list....a show performed by a true professional! :D(y)

cameron

02-21-2008, 02:19 PM

Just for the fun and raw energy would have to be the '68 Comeback.
After that ..:hmm: probably the biggest most impressive would be Aloha .
It's just never been duplicated IMO. :)

But, love the EOT , TTWII too....many good performances .

Diane

02-21-2008, 03:16 PM

I wished we'd seen his very first opening concert of '69 in Las Vegas.

Diane

franny

02-21-2008, 03:26 PM

I would say 68' Special and TTWII!! :) (y)

franny

toffe

02-21-2008, 03:41 PM

August 1970!! :), maybe TTWII!
And the Aloha, and some in the last tour of 76, Dallas! :)

Tony Trout

02-21-2008, 04:19 PM

"'68 Comeback Special" (could this be considered a concert?)
TTWII
EOT
Aloha

If you're asking 'bout "single" concerts, here are my choices:

August 12, 1970
April 9, 1972
April 14, 1972
April 18, 1972
June 9-11, 1972 (MSG)

(Those are my five favorites from the '70s)

goodelvisgirl

02-21-2008, 04:52 PM

well i like ttwii but aloha from hawaii was fantastic the songs were great like something and what now my love it was a concert that can never be beaten he was the first to do it just power filled emotion packed performances elvis looked comfy at ease and happy although i love anything of elvis in the 70's hawaii was just amazing the outfit was also fantastic

TotallyInsane

02-21-2008, 07:38 PM

Jungleroom76

02-21-2008, 07:53 PM

That San Antonio show from April 1972 is a great one for sure!! (y)

Another one that is a favorite of mine is Elvis' show in Fort Worth on July 3rd, 1976. (This one has been released on the FTD label in the ROCKIN' ACROSS TEXAS book). For 1976, it's a VERY strong show with Elvis in good voice and very little goofing around. He puts a lot of effort into every song, even the usual "throw-a-way" songs like JAILHOUSE ROCK!!!

TCB!
Mike

Tony Trout

02-21-2008, 08:04 PM

Hey Tony,
Did you go to San Antonio, Texas to see him April 14, 1972?

Um...if you're referrin' to the Greensboro, NC show on April 14, 1972...no, I didn't. I never got to see him perform live. I wasn't born until '76.

TotallyInsane

02-21-2008, 08:07 PM

Sorry, I think I meant 4/18/72 - oh lordy this is a bad sign for me - always knew my dates. Maybe it's cause it's past my bed time?? :D:D

Tony Trout

02-21-2008, 08:14 PM

Sorry, I think I meant 4/18/72 - oh lordy this is a bad sign for me - always knew my dates. Maybe it's cause it's past my bed time?? :D:D

Well, they say that the mind is the first thing to go....so.....

GO TO BED, GAIL!! :P:P

TCBnAflash

02-21-2008, 08:21 PM

TotallyInsane

02-21-2008, 09:20 PM

Well, they say that the mind is the first thing to go....so.....

GO TO BED, GAIL!! :P:P

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-11/896080/elvisstickingouttongue.jpg

I'm still here!!!!:D

utmom2008

02-21-2008, 09:24 PM

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-11/896080/elvisstickingouttongue.jpg

I'm still here!!!!:D
What are you doing up at this hour??? Not a repeat of last night I hope! :lol:

TotallyInsane

02-21-2008, 09:25 PM

Think I've got my days and nights messed up! Slept after Oprah til 8:00!! SO HERE I AM!!

Tony Trout

02-21-2008, 09:43 PM

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-11/896080/elvisstickingouttongue.jpg

I'm still here!!!!:D

I see that...and I'm fixin' to go to bed...:P:lol:

What are you doing up at this hour??? Not a repeat of last night I hope! :lol:

Think I've got my days and nights messed up! Slept after Oprah til 8:00!! SO HERE I AM!!

See? She's already losin' her mind....:lol:;)

(just kiddin' with ya, Gail--thanks for letting me pick at ya)

Kris P

02-22-2008, 12:25 AM

Aloha................though if the complete Hampton72 concert was available, that may get the nod.

Erhan

02-22-2008, 12:55 AM

I think Aloha shows are not entertaining as 1968-72 shows
I want to be in MSG shows or 69 and 70 feb. shows or or wait a minuite March 1974 tours may be Richmond Coliseum, Richmond, VA :hmm::hmm::lmfao:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWyUR7jVlDw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4fDV1CZUOQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDFKXBe1a6k

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDpEof6YGBw

stefankoch

02-22-2008, 01:18 AM

I would have to say March 20` 1974 Memphis and the entire Texas tour in June`75.
December 28 - 29 and 31 1976.

And of course Aloha from Hawaii but only because of how big this concert is, the first satalite concert (but not the entertainer as we used to see but a pro).

That`s the way it is all of the concerts in 69 - 70 - 71.(y)

dj_ethan

02-22-2008, 03:42 AM

Memphis March 20, 1974

poormansgold

02-22-2008, 05:34 AM

What best Concert, I been doing The Songs listing past 10 years so and what coming up is the one not release yet, we get pieces of songs from that show, it's Las Vegas 8-13-70, Dinner Show, I can't wait Full Release of it . I think another 5 shows From That's The Way It Is Time In Las Vegas Are Best
Tom

john carpenter

02-22-2008, 09:19 AM

My personal favorite would have to be Aloha from Hawaii. It was the last time he sounded really good and was in his prime.

SleepyJack

02-22-2008, 09:30 AM

There are many ways of looking at the answer to this one..... From a listening on the stereo point of view mine would be any of the Vegas shows from `69......to watch on dvd/video it would be the sit-down shows from the `68 comeback special..........to actually be there in the audience just throw me into any one of them from 1954 to 1977!!

presley31

02-22-2008, 01:38 PM

wow some great choices everyone. loved the 68 comeback.

Getlo

02-22-2008, 07:05 PM

Presumably, opening night in Vegas in '69 was the best show he ever gave.

However, of the released shows (so far), there's absolutely no question ...

August 12th, 1970 MS from the 3-disc TTWII set.

It has everything ... old songs, new ones, rarities, Elvis playing electric guitar and talking (without raving) about his music, fun interaction with the audience.

It should be re-released (complete this time, with band intros, missing dialogue and such) ... and on DVD too, complete once again.

No other show comes within a bull's roar of this one, IMO. (y)

boogie

02-23-2008, 05:10 AM

The 1970 shows
Memphis 1974
Ashville shows 1975

hgs262626

02-23-2008, 07:10 AM

i agrre so much! that would have been ABOSULOUTLY OT OF THIS WORLD! 1969 WAS THE BEST! his looks were the best his cinfidence was sky high just after 68 comeback and still had so much energy. and had fun e.g are you lonesone tonight laughing version! 1969 DEFO! 68 COMEBACK AND TWII WAS MAJOR! I LIKE ON TOUR! HAMPTON ROADS CONCERT WAS EXCELLENT VOCALLY BUT HIS FIGURE E.T.C IS SAD! aloha IS GOOD, BUT I FEEL THIS WAS HIS LAST SHINING MOMENT ON THE BIG STAGE, DESPITE GOOD PEFORMANCES I.E. IN 1977, MY WAY!

hgs262626

02-23-2008, 07:12 AM

I Agree Getlo! August 12th 1970 Was Gr8! August 10th 1970 Opening Night Was Excellent Too!!!! Imo! August 26th 1969 Show Was PhenOmenal! Get It Now If You Dont Own It!
ALL SHOOK UP IS THE CD NAME! IT WILL BLOW UR MIND!

Tony Trout

02-23-2008, 07:31 AM

However, of the released shows (so far), there's absolutely no question ...

August 12th, 1970 MS from the 3-disc TTWII set.

It has everything ... old songs, new ones, rarities, Elvis playing electric guitar and talking (without raving) about his music, fun interaction with the audience.

It should be re-released (complete this time, with band intros, missing dialogue and such) ... and on DVD too, complete once again.

No other show comes within a bull's roar of this one, IMO. (y)

Spot on, Getlo!! I wholeheartedly agree!

geordie

02-23-2008, 09:31 AM

August 26th 1969 Show Was PhenOmenal! Get It Now If You Dont Own It!
ALL SHOOK UP IS THE CD NAME! IT WILL BLOW UR MIND!

have to agree this is my ALL TIME FAV CONCERT,saying that any 69 concert would have been marvelous

utmom2008

02-23-2008, 10:41 AM

Spot on, Getlo!! I wholeheartedly agree!
You guys are right, I know. But, from a personal view I'm going to pick opening night, 08/06/73. That was the night I got a kiss and scarf, so for obvious reasons that one stands out in my mind. (y)

U.S. Male

02-26-2008, 04:07 PM

This has always been a tough question for me, because there's so many shows that I think could qualify at #1.

Therefore, here's my list:

Las Vegas, August 12, 1970 MS (TTWII Special Editon)
New York City, June 10, 1972 (Aft in The Garden)
Hampton Roads, April 1972 (EOT)
Las Vegas, August 6, 1973 (Opening Night)
Memphis 1974 (On Stage in Memphis)
Uniondale, July 19, 1975 (after show - America's Own cd)
Pittsburgh, December 21, 1976 (New Years Eve)

KPM

02-26-2008, 08:06 PM

I have read Joe Tunza say that "Vocally" the best concert he ever saw was June 28 1973 in St. Louis Mo.

utmom2008

02-26-2008, 09:56 PM

This has always been a tough question for me, because there's so many shows that I think could qualify at #1.

Therefore, here's my list:

Las Vegas, August 6, 1973 (Opening Night)

I totally agree with that choice!!(y)(y) That's when I got my kiss and my scarf, so of course I thought it was GREAT!!:D:D

Unchained Melody

02-27-2008, 01:16 AM

July 30th 1954 ;)

peter

02-27-2008, 11:42 AM

1969:
I think it´s really not important which show would be released... All were just MAGIC.

1970:
I have to agree, that 12th August 1970MS was very special concert

1971:
I don´t have enough recordings from this year, so sorry...

1972:
9th April 1972ES
14th April 1972
10th June 1972 AS
12th August 1972 - I think that this show is underrated!!!

1973:
14th January 1973

1974:
I cant help myself, but I think that oficially released show in Memphis is a bit overrated. I think that Richmond is vocally far better, but the best show of the year was opening show in Vegas!!! Definately!

1975:
22nd March 1975 - one of best Elvis vocal performance ever
13th December 1975 - Trying To Get To You, Polk Salad Annie, Just Pretend, How Great Thou Art....

1976:
20th October 1976 - very underrated show I think!
12th December 1976 - last show in Vegas
29th December 1976 - Birmingham
31st December 1976 - Pittsburgh - best show that year I think and best show of 1977 too. :(

1977:
24th April 1977 - Ann Arbor
21st June 1977 - Rapid City - Trying To Get To You, Unchained Melody!
26th June 1977 - Bridge Over Troubled Water!!!

The King's Queen

02-27-2008, 12:39 PM

Hmmmm...:hmm:, I have so many that I love...TTWII, Aloha, '68...these are all awesome! (y) But my all time favorite...hands down...

4/11/72 Roanoke, VA :P;):king:

Unchained Melody

02-27-2008, 01:31 PM

That's the way it is.

Reasons :
The energy he had on stage.
The Charisma he had.
His Looks :P
And his slender figure.
His amazing voice...

Boy, i could go all night...

Many shows from the August stand were taped. Could you be a little more specific as to which show are you referring to.

Unchained Melody

02-27-2008, 01:34 PM

Here's a list of shows I picked considered to be the high points of Elvis' career. Of course, I haven't heard the Memphis 1961 show's as they have not been released but hopefully exist somewhere. Anywho, here's my list of the best!

July 30th 1954 Memphis, TN
October 16th 1954. Shreveport. Louisiana Hayride, Municipal Auditorium (1st time appearing on the Louisana Hayride)
September 26th 1956 . Tupelo, MS. Mississippi-Alabama Fairgrounds (2 shows)
February 25th 1961 Memphis TN (Two Shows)
March 25th 1961 Hawaii
June 27th 1968
Opening Night 1969
August 12th 1970 MS
April 9th 1972 ES
June 10th 1972 Matinee Show MSG
January 14th 1973 Aloha From Hawaii
August 19th 1974 Opening Night
July 19th 1975 Matinee Show Uniondale. NY
December 31st 1976 Pittsburg

Burning_Love

02-27-2008, 01:35 PM

Many shows from the August stand were taped. Could you be a little more specific as to which show are you referring to.
Sorry..really..i love them all :D:D

Unchained Melody

02-27-2008, 01:36 PM

Sorry..really..i love them all :D:D

No worries, I do too (y)(y)

Burning_Love

02-27-2008, 01:39 PM

No worries, I do too (y)(y)

It's a tough pick hey :D:lol:

cibetty

03-09-2009, 01:02 PM

My favourite is TTWII for sure!! (y) (y)

cibetty

03-09-2009, 01:03 PM

That's the way it is.

Reasons :
The energy he had on stage.
The Charisma he had.
His Looks :P
And his slender figure.
His amazing voice...

Boy, i could go all night...

I agree!! :notworthy :notworthy

Getlo

03-10-2009, 07:26 AM

Of the released shows (so far), there's absolutely no question ...

August 12th, 1970 MS from the 3-disc TTWII set.

No other show comes within a bull's roar of this one, IMO. (y)

And the release of virtually the complete show on DVD with The Complete Works proves this beyond any shadow of a doubt.

easyrider

03-10-2009, 08:17 AM

1968 TV SPECIAL
TTWII
ALOHA FROM HAWAII

elvispresleytheking

03-10-2009, 09:29 PM

Of the ones I've seen/ heard, probably Hampton Roads, 4/9/72 ES
I Got A WOman/ Amen Is his best version
I love Bridge Over Troubled Water from that time
THe oldies still had energy to them
AN AMerican Trilogy is great with a cape
Next to the 1974 Blueberry Hill Medley, my fav. of I Cant Stop Loving You
Most sincere "Are You Lonesome TOnight"
Energetic Polk Salad Annie
GREAT JUMPSUIT!!!

8/19/74 OS is my second fav.

Different format
Great versions of Never Been TO SPain, It's Midnight, I'm Leavin', Softly As I Leave You, Let Me Be There (especially the reprise), If You Love Me Let Me Know, Polk Salad Annie, Promised Land, My Baby Left Me, and Bridge Over Troubled Water (I know, that's half the show)
Uniqueness of Down In THe Alley, Good TIme Charlie's Got The blues, and Promised Land