Elvis...tonight...8:30 pm...

[Unchained Melody]

Tonight i decided to give this show a spin on the player...after reading Mike's (jungleroom76) comment about the way Elvis ended the show with an awesome ending to Can't Help Falling In Love i had to give it a listen..from the start i was amazed at how good this show actually was..especially for this tour..after coming off 2 shows (knoxville TN and Louisville KY) which were both pretty boring shows to be honest, nothing great at all really...this one really kicks butt..the sounds very good for an audience recording, and Elvis is just really in a singing mood tonight..was awesome hearing Funny How Time Slips Away in '77...and fairytale and My Way both rocked..for 1977, this is an awesome show to listen to .

[Lonniebealestreet]

Absolutely. And is the end of CHFIL not incredible?

[elvis himselvis]

I want this CD so long
Great to hear it's a good sound for a audience recording.
I'll give it a try to get a copy of it in my hands

[Jungleroom76]

Tonight i decided to give this show a spin on the player...after reading Mike's (jungleroom76) comment about the way Elvis ended the show with an awesome ending to Can't Help Falling In Love i had to give it a listen..from the start i was amazed at how good this show actually was..especially for this tour..after coming off 2 shows (knoxville TN and Louisville KY) which were both pretty boring shows to be honest, nothing great at all really...this one really kicks butt..the sounds very good for an audience recording, and Elvis is just really in a singing mood tonight..was awesome hearing Funny How Time Slips Away in '77...and fairytale and My Way both rocked..for 1977, this is an awesome show to listen to .

THANK YOU SO MUCH CHEIF77!!

I am glad you enjoyed the show so much...I agree it is DEFINITELY one of the best shows of 1977!! As you said, Elvis just seems to be into the show from beginning to end (and man, what an ending!!)

If you enjoyed this show and you are a fan of Elvis' shows in 1977 (which it sounds like you are), might I also suggest UNCHAINED ELVIS (if you have access to this one) which was recorded in Binghamton, NY on 5/26/77 with 3 bonus tracks from the following nights performance in Binghamton as well. It's an audience recording in excellent sound quality, and the show in my opinion is on par, if not even a bit better, than the TONIGHT show. There is very little fooling around throughout the show, and we even get a rare 1977 version (the last time he performed the song?) of WHY ME LORD (although Elvis does try to break J.D. up during the song...one of the few "fooling around" moments in the show). This is also one of the last times that he included POLK SALAD ANNIE in his show as well, and although it's a typical 1977 version, it is cool to hear one of the last times he performed this song live!

I would be most interested to hear what you think of UNCHAINED ELVIS Cheif, if you get a chance to check it out (or if you've already heard it)!!

TCB!
Mike

[Jungleroom76]

I want this CD so long
Great to hear it's a good sound for a audience recording.
I'll give it a try to get a copy of it in my hands

Well worth the search elvis himselvis!!!

TCB!
Mike

[Geoff the Chef]

whilst Elvis sang good the show DOES end super QUICKLY after the introductions!

[Unchained Melody]

Absolutely. And is the end of CHFIL not incredible?

Yes, very much so !

Especially love the ending when Elvis gives a kind of growl . Literally awesome.

[Lonniebealestreet]

Yes, Cheif77. You are one of the enlightened ones.

Geoff, that's a good point too. As good as he sounded that night, it was odd that he treated the crowd to a double-whammy from Sh'rill Nielsen and no performance of Hurt.

[Unchained Melody]

Yes, Cheif77. You are one of the enlightened ones.

Geoff, that's a good point too. As good as he sounded that night, it was odd that he treated the crowd to a double-whammy from Sh'rill Nielsen and no performance of Hurt.

Thank you Bobby.

As for the 2 performances from Sh'rill Nielson, I think that really shows how worn out Elvis was during this tour, but still manages to give good shows.

[Unchained Melody]

THANK YOU SO MUCH CHEIF77!!

I am glad you enjoyed the show so much...I agree it is DEFINITELY one of the best shows of 1977!! As you said, Elvis just seems to be into the show from beginning to end (and man, what an ending!!)

If you enjoyed this show and you are a fan of Elvis' shows in 1977 (which it sounds like you are), might I also suggest UNCHAINED ELVIS (if you have access to this one) which was recorded in Binghamton, NY on 5/26/77 with 3 bonus tracks from the following nights performance in Binghamton as well. It's an audience recording in excellent sound quality, and the show in my opinion is on par, if not even a bit better, than the TONIGHT show. There is very little fooling around throughout the show, and we even get a rare 1977 version (the last time he performed the song?) of WHY ME LORD (although Elvis does try to break J.D. up during the song...one of the few "fooling around" moments in the show). This is also one of the last times that he included POLK SALAD ANNIE in his show as well, and although it's a typical 1977 version, it is cool to hear one of the last times he performed this song live!

I would be most interested to hear what you think of UNCHAINED ELVIS Cheif, if you get a chance to check it out (or if you've already heard it)!!

TCB!
Mike

Yes Mike I do enjoy playing 1977 concerts. Have always had a soft spot for them . Unchained Elvis happens to be one of my favorite concerts from '77 . Tonight I gave it a closer listen, haven't heard it in quiet some time. In this show Elvis seems to be just or more into the music as he was on the 'Tonight" show..even during And I Love You So Elvis tells the male vocals to drop back abit....It was great hearing the version of Why Me Lord..so much better than the last time it was performed on 2-21-77..and the bonus tracks kick but..especially Bridge Over Troubled water..and there is footage of that show from the May 27th concert out there..very good quality, and highly recommended ..its strange that Elvis seemed in such good form during this concert in Binghampton, NY on the 26th and just 3 days in Baltimore on the 29th, had the "break down" with the leaving the stage etc..for sure an up and down tour..but this concert being a highlight definitley ..wasn't much talking or goofing around, Elvis was serious about his music, and performed awesome! Oh, and did I mention the sound is really good for an audience recoding. Another small thing i want to point out, to me Elvis' voice sounded like it use to like in 1974..on this night, it didn't have that certain tone to it, that it had during alot of the 1976 and 1977 concerts.

[elvis himselvis]

Just like cheif77 said,this tour had alot ups and downs,but that was over the whole year of 1977...some concerts are really bad and some others kicks butts
I have never heard the Baltimore concert,but i have seen photos and read some reviews and it was a dramatic show...absolutely a low point in his career.and just like cheif77 said,the concert 3 days before was a good concert...
Sad that his concerts couldn't be always good,and that was in 1977 because of his healt,but what must been said is that even the not so good concerts,always have some great performances.I think that is really the power of Elvis Presley

[Unchained Melody]

but what must been said is that even the not so good concerts,always have some great performances.I think that is really the power of Elvis Presley

I AGREE WITH YOU HERE ELVIS HIMSELVIS

Even though the May 29th 1977 show in Baltimore was not so great..after Elvis left the stage and come back it was like a completey different person, and he did put on a great performance for the remainder of the show..even sang a little of The Wonder Of You (incompelte) but still nice to hear him attempt it for 1977 .

[elvis himselvis]

this thread makes me hungry to get more concerts of 1977
thanks guys for giving your toughts on some concerts of 1977 which are good in your opinions.
that will help me to find some of these concerts on cd

[Unchained Melody]

Your welcome Elvishimselvis ! Imo, its ashame that so many fans just think of '77 as a throw away year..when their are many good concerts..and Elvis' voice was just as powerful as ever, had a more rich sound to it that just amazes me! When I see things like the Polk Salad Annie clip from the concert in Chicago of May '77, you know Elvis still had it, even towards the end and it always is great.

If you are looking for 1977 cds, I would suggest the following titles. Remember these are from my own personal taste of course .

Coming On Strong
Moodyblue and Other Great Performances
Unchained Elvis
Elvis..tonight..8:30 pm
Tennesee Starlight
Elvis Rocks Rapid City
The Last Live Sessions (6/26/77)
Since Cincinnatti
King Time In Abilene
Shaking Up The Great Lakes
From Fans To Fans (Ann Arbor Concert)
Elvis Rocks Lincoln (Mainly just for the incredible version of Unchained Melody...has to be one of the best version Elvis did)

[elvis himselvis]

woow thank you Cheif77
I will look if i can buy some

[Jungleroom76]

Yes Mike I do enjoy playing 1977 concerts. Have always had a soft spot for them . Unchained Elvis happens to be one of my favorite concerts from '77 . Tonight I gave it a closer listen, haven't heard it in quiet some time. In this show Elvis seems to be just or more into the music as he was on the 'Tonight" show..even during And I Love You So Elvis tells the male vocals to drop back abit....It was great hearing the version of Why Me Lord..so much better than the last time it was performed on 2-21-77..and the bonus tracks kick but..especially Bridge Over Troubled water..and there is footage of that show from the May 27th concert out there..very good quality, and highly recommended ..its strange that Elvis seemed in such good form during this concert in Binghampton, NY on the 26th and just 3 days in Baltimore on the 29th, had the "break down" with the leaving the stage etc..for sure an up and down tour..but this concert being a highlight definitley ..wasn't much talking or goofing around, Elvis was serious about his music, and performed awesome! Oh, and did I mention the sound is really good for an audience recoding. Another small thing i want to point out, to me Elvis' voice sounded like it use to like in 1974..on this night, it didn't have that certain tone to it, that it had during alot of the 1976 and 1977 concerts.

RIGHT ON CHEIF!!!

I LOVE the moment you are talking about during AND I LOVE YOU SO when he tells the male singers to drop back...clearly Elvis still had a passion for making music and performing live in concert, and he knew EXACTLY how he wanted the song to sound at that moment and by directing the vocalists like that, it only further enhances my opinion that Elvis, while clearly not always in the best shape during 1977, was not as "out of it" during the final year of his life as many would like you to believe....just my opinion though, as I said!!

I also agree that the bonus track of BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER is a highlight indeed....MUCH, MUCH better than the version released on the FTD release SPRING TOURS '77, in my opinion! Again...just another notch in my theory about Elvis' ability to still perform in 1977!!

Interesting point about the quality of Elvis' voice being compared to 1974....I'll have to give UNCHAINED ELVIS another spin and listen closely for that...

This is indeed an excellent audience recording, as you pointed out...one of my favorites for sure! It is so great to hear that you are also a fan of Elvis in 1977!! While I mentioned above that clearly Elvis was dealing with his own personal issues during the final 8 months of his life, he is not nearly as "out of it" (sorry to use that term again) as many people would want you to believe he was! Yes, there were nights (like the infamous Baltimore show) where he was just not up to performing, but then there are nights like Binghamton and Largo where Elvis continued to show why he will always be "The King Of Rock N' Roll"!! And to me, it's truly a shame that many people want to focus more on the off nights like the Baltimore show than on the positive side like the Binghamton show!!

But Cheif, it is nice to know that you clearly are not one of those people focusing on the negative aspects of Elvis in 1977....and that you truly have an appreciation for the music that Elvis was STILL making during those final months of his life!!!

TCB!
Mike

[Jungleroom76]

but what must been said is that even the not so good concerts,always have some great performances.I think that is really the power of Elvis Presley

WELL SAID ELVIS HIMSELVIS!!!

Nice to see another fan of Elvis in 1977 amongst us...

TCB!
Mike

[Jungleroom76]

Coming On Strong
Moodyblue and Other Great Performances
Unchained Elvis
Elvis..tonight..8:30 pm
Tennesee Starlight
Elvis Rocks Rapid City
The Last Live Sessions (6/26/77)
Since Cincinnatti
King Time In Abilene
Shaking Up The Great Lakes
From Fans To Fans (Ann Arbor Concert)
Elvis Rocks Lincoln (Mainly just for the incredible version of Unchained Melody...has to be one of the best version Elvis did)

EXCELLENT LIST CHEIF!!

If I might add one title to your list....how about THAT'S ALL RIGHT (also released as SPRINGTIME IN SAGINAW) which is an audience recording from Saginaw 5/3/77??

One of the highlights for me is the fact that he opens the show with THAT'S ALL RIGHT instead of SEE SEE RIDER....perhaps not the strongest version of THAT'S ALL RIGHT I have ever heard, but unique in the fact that it's the first time he opened with something other than SEE SEE RIDER in quite a while!!

TCB!
Mike

[Unchained Melody]

Thanks for the kind comments Mike !

It's great to know there are fans like you and I out there who appreciate Elvis and his music, even for 1977 and truly have an appreciation for the music Elvis was still making even when the end was near...That's one thing that goes along with being a fan of Elvis' I think, and thats learning to appreaciate it all...through the thick and thin..and imo, 1977 is put down to much..of course the shows are nothing like the 1970, 1972, or even 1975 shows...there alot different..but the music is always good imo..even the infamous Omaha 6-19-77 concert..pretty much through the whole concert Elvis seemed "out of it"..obviously on some type of pain medication and the show wasn' that great...but still when you hear How Great Thou Art from that show, and watch it, it will still amaze you...the ending was spectacular...

As for the SPRINGTIME IN SAGINAW Mike I haven't heard that one yet, but am really wanting to hear That's All Right used as an opener...pretty sure I have that one around here somewhere, now going to go find it !

[elvis himselvis]

WELL SAID ELVIS HIMSELVIS!!!

Nice to see another fan of Elvis in 1977 amongst us...

TCB!
Mike

Thanks for your kind reply