TTWII LP On FTD April Release

[poormansgold]

This I read on another forum
The FTD team is working on two new April releases: first is a double CD set on 7”, Elvis – That’s The Way It is, second is a digi pack release with the same songs that were presented on a bonus CD with the TTWII FTD-book.
The book itself, has been deleted from the FTD catalogue.
The exact tracklisting is not yet confirmed.
Ernst: "This does not constitute a policy of releasing all book CD’s as separate re-releases. We will in each case evaluate the demand and historic relevance for such releases."

Tom

[Jungleroom76]

I am hoping this is someone's idea of an early April Fool's joke...

I can't possibly believe that FTD has reached the point where they have to start reissuing titles that THEY have deleted...

If they are planning on releasing a 7" version of the TTWII soundtrack anyway, why can't they just include the tracks that were on the book CD into that package as bonus material??

Certainly an interesting story to follow...thanks for the info. poormansgold!!

TCB!
Mike

[Jungleroom76]

Aarrggghhh....

poormansgold WAS right!!! Just found this news on ElvisNews.com:

FTD Mis-pressing And TTWII CD Release

Ernst Jørgensen and Roger Semon sent out a newsletter. In this newsletter they mention that it has come to their attention that due to an incorrect quark file being used by their manufacturer, the name "Presley" (Presely) is spelt wrong on the spine of their latest release “Wild In The Country.” As the item has already shipped, they will supply quantities of the corrected sleeve as and when requested. All new orders taken for "Wild In The Country" will feature the corrected sleeve.

The label will release a 2 CD version of "That's The Way It Is" in April in the Classic album series (7” digipack with booklet). Track listing is not finalized yet.

Additionally the label will re-release the CD originally included in the "The Way It Was" book as a regular 5” CD. This does not constitute a policy of releasing all book CD’s as separate re-releases though, the label will in each case evaluate the demand and historic relevance for such releases.

I know, I know....if I am not happy about it, don't buy it! Just had to vent my frustration that they can't find SOMETHING else in the vault to release besides a CD that has already been released once (albeit in a more expensive format)!!

TCB!
Mike

[poormansgold]

I keep Top On TTWII stuff, We know That Ernst Jørgensen Not release more TTWII Concerts again, not in 3 years time, we the Fans got @##$##$# again by RCA/BMG
I liked See 8/13/70 Dinner Show release on CD , I was Read That Midnight Show Was
Recorded, by whom RCA or MGM sound crew, we got six show was recorded we got half it .
Tom

[Unchained Melody]

A 2 cd set of TTWII on FTD...I think it's a great way to start off '08.

Here is something thats got be excited from Keith Flynn's site.

Unreleased takes studio songs on original TWWII album

Twenty Days, Twenty Nights: takes 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8

How The web Was Woven - take 2

Mary In The Morning - takes 1 & 2

You Don't Have To Say You Love Me - take 1

Just Pretend - take 1

Stranger In The Crowd - takes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8

The Next Step Is Love - takes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 & 9

Bridge Over Troubled Water - 2, 3, 4, 6 & 7

[Jungleroom76]

I think the 7" classic album reissue of TTWII is a fine idea....I am anxious to see what unreleased tracks they will include on that one!!

I just have a problem with re-releasing the CD from THE WAY IT WAS! If FTD didn't want the CD out of circulation, then why delete the book/CD set? Yes, it will be cheaper for people to buy just the CD but still....wouldn't it make sense that the fans who TRULY wanted the CD bought the book/CD set the first time around?

Just my opinion though...

TCB!
Mike

[Unchained Melody]

I agree with what your saying JR76.

I was hoping for a soundboard from an unreleased concert instead of re-releases of stuff we already have.

[Jungleroom76]

FROM ELVISNEWS.COM:

Tracklisting "That's The Way It Is"

Disc 1

The album

1) I Just Can’t Help Believin’ (live)
2) Twenty Days And Twenty Nights
3) How The Web Was Woven
4) Patch It Up (live)
5) Mary In The Morning
6) You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me
7) You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling (live)
8) I’ve Lost You (live)
9) Just Pretend
10) Stranger In The Crowd
11) The Next Step Is Love
12) Bridge Over Troubled Water

Bonus tracks

13) Patch It Up (studio version)
14) I’ve Lost You (studio version)
15) Twenty Days And Twenty Nights – take 8
16) Bridge Over Troubled Water (live)
17) Little Sister/Get Back (live)
18) Something (live)
19) The Next Step Is Love - undubbed master
20) Patch It Up – take 1
21) Bridge Over Troubled Water –alternate mix

Disc 2

The sessions

1) Tiger Man (jam)
2) Twenty Days And Twenty Nights – rehearsal, takes 1,2,3
3) I’ve Lost You – rehearsal, take 1
4) Bridge Over Troubled Water – take 1
5) You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me – rehearsal composite
6) The Next Step Is Love – rehearsal, takes 2,3,6
7) How The Web Was Woven – rehearsal, take 1
8) Stranger In The Crowd – rehearsal, takes 1,3,4,5
9) Stranger In The Crowd – master take 9 – rough mix
10) Mary In The Morning – takes 1,2,3,4
11) Patch It Up – takes 2-7
12) Patch It Up – take 9 – alternate master
13) You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me – takes 1,2
14) Just Pretend – takes 1,2
15) The Next Step Is Love – takes 7,8,9,10
16) Bridge Over Troubled Water – rehearsal, takes 2,5
17) I’ve Lost You – takes 4,5,6
18) Twenty Days And Twenty Nights – takes 5,6
19) Twenty Days And Twenty Nights – take 9 master – rough mix

Details:

Compilation by Ernst Jørgensen & Roger Semon - Mastered by Jean-Marc Juilland and Vic Anesini - Original A&R / Producer: Felton Jarvis - Original engineer: Al Pachucki.

Recorded at RCA’s studio B in Nashville June 4-8, 1970, and live at The International Hotel, Las Vegas, August 11-13, 1970.

Nashville musicians: Guitar: James Burton, Chip Young, Elvis Presley; Bass: Norbert Putnam; Drums: Jerry Carrigan; Piano: David Briggs; Organ & Harmonica: Charlie McCoy. Overdubs: Guitar: James Burton; Organ: David Briggs; Percussion: Jerry Carrigan; Percussion and Vibes: Farrell Morris; Steel Guitar: Weldon Myrick; Vocals: Mary Holladay, Mary (Jeannie) Green, Dolores Edgin, Ginger Holladay, Millie Kirkham, June Page, Joe Babcock, The Jordanaires, The Imperials.

Las Vegas musicians: Guitar: James Burton, John Wilkinson, Elvis Presley; Bass: Jerry Scheff; Drums: Ronnie Tutt; Piano: Glen D. Hardin; Vocals: Millie Kirkham, The Sweet Inspirations, The Imperials. Joe Guercio and his Orchestra.


What does everyone think of the tracklisting? Personally, I think it looks pretty good!!!

TCB!
Mike

[poormansgold]

Thanks Mike, Yo beat to it , put the tracks down on here , LOL
Tom

[goodelvisgirl]

i would love to see a new release not a new old one they need to think are people going to buy this when they already have the other one

[Jungleroom76]

Thanks Mike, Yo beat to it , put the tracks down on here , LOL
Tom

Sorry Tom...

Didn't mean to step on your Blue Suede Shoes my friend...

TCB!
Mike

[Tony Trout]

i would love to see a new release not a new old one they need to think are people going to buy this when they already have the other one

Some of us don't have the first release or any FTDs so.....

[poormansgold]

Yey Mike it's ok Buddy, I not found This Tread , Thanks your Help Ok
Tom

[goodelvisgirl]

i dont have any ftd releases cos i don't see the point

[EP75]

I'll get excited about FTD releases when they decide to release either Richmond or Greensboro from April 1972 in all it's stereo glory. These are fantastic and soulful concerts that are just sitting in the vaults decaying as each year passes by. I still cannot believe that the greatest show on earth-the Hampton Roads concert has not been released in the past 30 years now.

[Jungleroom76]

I still cannot believe that the greatest show on earth-the Hampton Roads concert has not been released in the past 30 years now.

I'm right there with you on that one EP75!!!!

TCB!
Mike

[Jungleroom76]

Yey Mike it's ok Buddy, I not found This Tread , Thanks your Help Ok
Tom

My pleasure, my friend!!!

TCB!
Mike

[Frankieg]

I'll get excited about FTD releases when they decide to release either Richmond or Greensboro from April 1972 in all it's stereo glory. These are fantastic and soulful concerts that are just sitting in the vaults decaying as each year passes by. I still cannot believe that the greatest show on earth-the Hampton Roads concert has not been released in the past 30 years now.

Your loss, or ignorance, is our gain !!!