Your own Custom Concert

[kamikazeeab2003]

Here's a challenge to get everyone thinking.
If you could make the set list for Elvis in a certain year, what songs would you include.
Rules.
1. assume the average concert is 18-22 songs (to average about 1 hour)
2. keep in mind the published songs available up to that time (songs from the past at that time are eligible).
3. At least 5 songs not known to be performed by Elvis are to be included.
4 Reasons for your choices.
5. You can make an assumption as if Elvis was in decent health, and lived past 1977, if you wish.
Looking forward to your input

James.

[mozzarella]

Ok...
Here's my version:
Live at the Wembley, London, 1978 10th August. He's healthy, off of drugs, back in shape, his hairstyle is about the same as in 1969-70, and wears two piece type suits just like he had worn in 1972. The concert is recorded and shown on TV. Tracklisting is the following:

2001 Intro
See See Rider
I Got A Woman
Burning Love
-Guitar off after Burning Love

Love Me Tender
Heartbreak Hotel
Jailhouse Rock
Paralyzed
Are You Lonesome Tonight?
Follow That Dream
In The Ghetto
Viva Las Vegas
Fever
Suspicious Minds
Always On My Mind
Moody Blue
Teddy Bear/Don't Be Cruel
Way Down
Just Pretend
Pledging My Love
Promised Land
An American Trilogy
Big Hunk O'Love
If I can Dream
Mystery Train/Tiger Man
Lawdy Miss Clawdy
Can't Help Falling in Love

[kamikazeeab2003]

I'd buy a ticket to that!

[epmoodyblue]

Ok...
Here's my version:
Live at the Wembley, London, 1978 10th August. He's healthy, off of drugs, back in shape, his hairstyle is about the same as in 1969-70, and wears two piece type suits just like he had worn in 1972. The concert is recorded and shown on TV. Tracklisting is the following:

2001 Intro
See See Rider
I Got A Woman
Burning Love
-Guitar off after Burning Love

Love Me Tender
Heartbreak Hotel
Jailhouse Rock
Paralyzed
Are You Lonesome Tonight?
Follow That Dream
In The Ghetto
Viva Las Vegas
Fever
Suspicious Minds
Always On My Mind
Moody Blue
Teddy Bear/Don't Be Cruel
Way Down
Just Pretend
Pledging My Love
Promised Land
An American Trilogy
Big Hunk O'Love
If I can Dream
Mystery Train/Tiger Man
Lawdy Miss Clawdy
Can't Help Falling in Love

well some songs there are pretty demanding ......following songs are a no no go...Follow That Dream Paralyzed Viva Las Vegas ..and i dont think elvis would attempt a song like ...If I can Dream or Just Pretend.. in his set list in 78 ..but your list is not bad..i give you 6/10

[U.S. Male]

Madison Square Garden, New York
New Years Eve, December 31, 1979

TCB Band members outfits: white suits with aqua trim
Sweet Inspirations: Yellow Dresses The Stamps: Light Blue 2 piece outfits

**Elvis has abandoned the huge orchestra for a group of 3 trumpet players. He also has decided to go with more recent material from the 70's, but still throws in some of the early stuff.

Elvis' Outfit: A turquois suit with shiny silver triangled studs up & down the chest opening, plus bright flashy purple & yellow stones that reflect in the spotlight.

Elvis appears a bit lighter than in June of 1977 and has a good tan. Hair is a bit shorter than 77, but still jet black.

Set List:

Also Sprach Zarathustra (strolls on stage sporting his trademark sunglasses but hands them Charlie after picking up his acoustic guitar)
That's Alright
Way Down (Elvis has JD do 2 bass dive bombs at the end)
Baby Lets Play House (Does some well well wells before launching into song....Tosses his acoustic guitar to Charlie after the song)
For The Heart
Any Day Now
Moody Blue
If You Talk In Your Sleep (does some karate type moves like in Vegas 74)
Trying To Get To You
Medley: All Shook Up / Don't Be Cruel / Jailhouse Rock
She Believes In Me (cover Kenny Rogers hit in 1979)
Memphis Tennessee
It's Now Or Never
Southern Nights (Glen Campbell Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar)
Get Back (Beatles Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar, dedicated to John Lennon who's in the audience)
Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Queen Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar)
She Thinks I Still Care (uptempo version)
T.R.O.U.B.L.E.
Thinking About You
My Way
Burning Love
Band Introductions, introduction of Lisa Marie and celebrities (John Lennon, Billy Joel)
Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain (Elvis on piano)
After Loving You (Elvis on piano)
You'll Never Walk Alone (Elvis on Piano)
**Countdown at Midnight + Auld Lang Sign
Hound Dog (original version plus guitar solo)
American Trilogy
**Fireworks & Pyro go off while the closing vamp plays and Elvis exits the stage

[poormansgold]

here My Version of Concert
I have Him In little city I was Teen this in Summer 1979, He was playing In Little Citys liked Bellingham , Wa. He looks better He is drug free for year, He Is In Blue Shirt, and
with White Dress pants and blue belt., the sideburns are small and gray.

Blue Moon Of Kentucky Intro
That's All Right
Mystery Train
Heartbreak Hotel
Jailhouse Rock
It's Hurts Me
Elvis Talks About Drugs and He change his ways
Moody Blue
Way Down
Are You Lonesome Tonight?
Little Sister
You Don't Have To Say You Love Me
Polk Salad Annie
Suspicious Minds ( New Version With Thrid Verses)
Introductions
Early Morning Rain
Johnny B. Goode
Band's Solos
She Thinks I Still Care
An American Trilogy
Peace In The Valley
Crying ( Elvis say This his New Single)
The Last Farewell
Can't Help Falling In Love

[epmoodyblue]

Madison Square Garden, New York
New Years Eve, December 31, 1979

TCB Band members outfits: white suits with aqua trim
Sweet Inspirations: Yellow Dresses The Stamps: Light Blue 2 piece outfits

**Elvis has abandoned the huge orchestra for a group of 3 trumpet players. He also has decided to go with more recent material from the 70's, but still throws in some of the early stuff.

Elvis' Outfit: A turquois suit with shiny silver triangled studs up & down the chest opening, plus bright flashy purple & yellow stones that reflect in the spotlight.

Elvis appears a bit lighter than in June of 1977 and has a good tan. Hair is a bit shorter than 77, but still jet black.

Set List:

Also Sprach Zarathustra (strolls on stage sporting his trademark sunglasses but hands them Charlie after picking up his acoustic guitar)
That's Alright
Way Down (Elvis has JD do 2 bass dive bombs at the end)
Baby Lets Play House (Does some well well wells before launching into song....Tosses his acoustic guitar to Charlie after the song)
For The Heart
Any Day Now
Moody Blue
If You Talk In Your Sleep (does some karate type moves like in Vegas 74)
Trying To Get To You
Medley: All Shook Up / Don't Be Cruel / Jailhouse Rock
She Believes In Me (cover Kenny Rogers hit in 1979)
Memphis Tennessee
It's Now Or Never
Southern Nights (Glen Campbell Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar)
Get Back (Beatles Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar, dedicated to John Lennon who's in the audience)
Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Queen Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar)
She Thinks I Still Care (uptempo version)
T.R.O.U.B.L.E.
Thinking About You
My Way
Burning Love
Band Introductions, introduction of Lisa Marie and celebrities (John Lennon, Billy Joel)
Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain (Elvis on piano)
After Loving You (Elvis on piano)
You'll Never Walk Alone (Elvis on Piano)
**Countdown at Midnight + Auld Lang Sign
Hound Dog (original version plus guitar solo)
American Trilogy
**Fireworks & Pyro go off while the closing vamp plays and Elvis exits the stage

im back to review these fantasy concerts...lets see]**Elvis has abandoned the huge orchestra for a group of 3 trumpet players....Baby Lets Play HouseAny Day NowShe Believes In Me:ur kiddin...Southern Nights-Crazy Little Thing Called LoveAfter Loving You..well steve.what can i sayyour concert starts off well then just fades into songs elvis would never ever attempt if he was onstage in 79..will give u a 4.5/10 too many strange songs that dont suit elvis....2 glen cambell songs.-sorry my friend but this set list is not worthy of the most famous stage in the world THATS MSG...........back to the drawing board steve

[epmoodyblue]

here My Version of Concert
I have Him In little city I was Teen this in Summer 1979, He was playing In Little Citys liked Bellingham , Wa. He looks better He is drug free for year, He Is In Blue Shirt, and
with White Dress pants and blue belt., the sideburns are small and gray.

2001 There
That's All Right
Mystery Train
Heartbreak Hotel
Jailhouse Rock
It's Hurts Me
Elvis Talks About Drugs and He change his ways
Moody Blue
Way Down
Are You Lonesome Tonight?
Little Sister
You Don't Have To Say You Love Me
Polk Salad Annie
Suspicious Minds ( New Version With Thrid Verses)
Introductions
Early Morning Rain
Johnny B. Goode
Band's Solos
She Thinks I Still Care
An American Trilogy
Peace In The Valley
Crying ( Elvis say This his New Single)
The Last Farewell
Can't Help Falling In Love

heyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy this concert is a winner... good to see you added the last farewell song- i like this songand im in the audience for this show taking piccys of the kingvery good set list
9/10

you get a concert sunshine award from me

[medleyofcostumes]

This is my choice of a show :

1a. 2001 Theme
1b. See See Rider / That's Alright (Medley)
2. I Got A Woman / Amen
3. Big Boss Man
4. Until It's Time For You To Go
5. You Gave Me A Mountain
6. Moody Blue

Elvis talks about his movies
7. C'mon Everybody /Viva Las Vegas / Jailhouse Rock / Bossa Nova Baby
8. Return To Sender
9. Let Yourself Go
10. Love Me Tender

11. I'm Leaving
12. Rainy Night In Georgia (Tony Joe White)
13. Polk Salad Annie

Band Intros

Unplugged Section:
EP & Charlie -acoustic guitars, James - guitar and Jerry - bass (all sitting on a stool centre stage) + Ronnie playing brushes:

14. That's Alright
15. Good Rockin' Tonight
16. Baby Let's Play House

17. Reconsider Baby
18. Feelings
19. Teddy Bear / Don't Be Cruel / All Shook Up / Hound Dog
20. If I Can Dream
21. Can't Help Falling In Love


For me this setlist is really (old ones, new one and in between). Hope You like it

[kamikazeeab2003]

here My Version of Concert
I have Him In little city I was Teen this in Summer 1979, He was playing In Little Citys liked Bellingham , Wa. He looks better He is drug free for year, He Is In Blue Shirt, and
with White Dress pants and blue belt., the sideburns are small and gray.

Blue Moon Of Kentucky Intro
That's All Right
Mystery Train
Heartbreak Hotel
Jailhouse Rock
It's Hurts Me
Elvis Talks About Drugs and He change his ways
Moody Blue
Way Down
Are You Lonesome Tonight?
Little Sister
You Don't Have To Say You Love Me
Polk Salad Annie
Suspicious Minds ( New Version With Thrid Verses)
Introductions
Early Morning Rain
Johnny B. Goode
Band's Solos
She Thinks I Still Care
An American Trilogy
Peace In The Valley
Crying ( Elvis say This his New Single)
The Last Farewell
Can't Help Falling In Love

Nice line-up. I like "It Hurts Me" in the line-up. He could mention that Charlie Daniels just recently had a hit with "Devil Went Down To Georgia", but here's a song he wrote for me 15 years ago. I would have love to hear a 70's/80's version of Peace In The Valley with JD Sumner taking Ray Walker's part. I believe Crying would have worked as his "new" single - I have read several reports that Elvis Loved that Song, and that he actually considered it for The Jungleroom sessions.

James

[kamikazeeab2003]

Madison Square Garden, New York
New Years Eve, December 31, 1979

TCB Band members outfits: white suits with aqua trim
Sweet Inspirations: Yellow Dresses The Stamps: Light Blue 2 piece outfits

**Elvis has abandoned the huge orchestra for a group of 3 trumpet players. He also has decided to go with more recent material from the 70's, but still throws in some of the early stuff.

Elvis' Outfit: A turquois suit with shiny silver triangled studs up & down the chest opening, plus bright flashy purple & yellow stones that reflect in the spotlight.

Elvis appears a bit lighter than in June of 1977 and has a good tan. Hair is a bit shorter than 77, but still jet black.

Set List:

Also Sprach Zarathustra (strolls on stage sporting his trademark sunglasses but hands them Charlie after picking up his acoustic guitar)
That's Alright
Way Down (Elvis has JD do 2 bass dive bombs at the end)
Baby Lets Play House (Does some well well wells before launching into song....Tosses his acoustic guitar to Charlie after the song)
For The Heart
Any Day Now
Moody Blue
If You Talk In Your Sleep (does some karate type moves like in Vegas 74)
Trying To Get To You
Medley: All Shook Up / Don't Be Cruel / Jailhouse Rock
She Believes In Me (cover Kenny Rogers hit in 1979)
Memphis Tennessee
It's Now Or Never
Southern Nights (Glen Campbell Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar)
Get Back (Beatles Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar, dedicated to John Lennon who's in the audience)
Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Queen Cover w/ Elvis on electric guitar)
She Thinks I Still Care (uptempo version)
T.R.O.U.B.L.E.
Thinking About You
My Way
Burning Love
Band Introductions, introduction of Lisa Marie and celebrities (John Lennon, Billy Joel)
Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain (Elvis on piano)
After Loving You (Elvis on piano)
You'll Never Walk Alone (Elvis on Piano)
**Countdown at Midnight + Auld Lang Sign
Hound Dog (original version plus guitar solo)
American Trilogy
**Fireworks & Pyro go off while the closing vamp plays and Elvis exits the stage

I think this is a well thought out event. I like the pacing. I've heard Orion's version of Crazy little thing Called Love, and love it, so I can't help but believe Elvis version would be even better. I never thought of Southern Nights, but I'd love to hear Elvis' version. I Can't remember if Glass Houses was released by this time, but after Elvis introduced Billy Joel, I would have love to hear 'It's Still Rock And Roll To Me". I would love to hear the story he preface She Believes In Me with.

Great work!

James

[kamikazeeab2003]

This is my choice of a show :

1a. 2001 Theme
1b. See See Rider / That's Alright (Medley)
2. I Got A Woman / Amen
3. Big Boss Man
4. Until It's Time For You To Go
5. You Gave Me A Mountain
6. Moody Blue

Elvis talks about his movies
7. C'mon Everybody /Viva Las Vegas / Jailhouse Rock / Bossa Nova Baby
8. Return To Sender
9. Let Yourself Go
10. Love Me Tender

11. I'm Leaving
12. Rainy Night In Georgia (Tony Joe White)
13. Polk Salad Annie

Band Intros

Unplugged Section:
EP & Charlie -acoustic guitars, James - guitar and Jerry - bass (all sitting on a stool centre stage) + Ronnie playing brushes:

14. That's Alright
15. Good Rockin' Tonight
16. Baby Let's Play House

17. Reconsider Baby
18. Feelings
19. Teddy Bear / Don't Be Cruel / All Shook Up / Hound Dog
20. If I Can Dream
21. Can't Help Falling In Love


For me this setlist is really (old ones, new one and in between). Hope You like it

Great show!. I'm not sure about repeating That's Alright (you might have a good reason), but I might like to substitute Milkcow Blues Boogie with Elvis doing the same slow false start to explain the sound he was looking for. I love the way you've put the show in segments.

James

[kamikazeeab2003]

here My Version of Concert
I have Him In little city I was Teen this in Summer 1979, He was playing In Little Citys liked Bellingham , Wa. He looks better He is drug free for year, He Is In Blue Shirt, and
with White Dress pants and blue belt., the sideburns are small and gray.

Blue Moon Of Kentucky Intro
That's All Right
Mystery Train
Heartbreak Hotel
Jailhouse Rock
It's Hurts Me


Elvis Talks About Drugs and He change his ways




Moody Blue
Way Down
Are You Lonesome Tonight?
Little Sister
You Don't Have To Say You Love Me
Polk Salad Annie
Suspicious Minds ( New Version With Thrid Verses)
Introductions
Early Morning Rain
Johnny B. Goode
Band's Solos
She Thinks I Still Care
An American Trilogy
Peace In The Valley
Crying ( Elvis say This his New Single)
The Last Farewell
Can't Help Falling In Love

Had Elvis patched things up with Red and Sonny?

[President Presley]

Elvis celebrates his 50th birthday with a concert in Rotterdam The Netherlands, because he found out that's where his true and loyal fans are Elvis looks like he is 30 years old b.t.w.

01. Intro:
02. Patch it up
03. A little less conversation
04. Steamroller blues
05. Fire (written by Springsteen specially for Elvis)
06. Lawdy miss clawdy
07. Moody Blue
08. For the heart
09. Heartbreak hotel
10 Jailhouse rock
11. Hound dog
12.Johnny b. goode
13. Promised land
14. T-r-o-u-b-l-e
15. Find out what's happening
16. Just a little bit
17 Happy birthday (with stevie wonder)
18. Suspiscious minds
19. Can't help falling in love
20. Closing vamp

[epmoodyblue]

Elvis celebrates his 50th birthday with a concert in Rotterdam The Netherlands, because he found out that's where his true and loyal fans are Elvis looks like he is 30 years old b.t.w.

01. Intro:
02. Patch it up
03. A little less conversation
04. Steamroller blues
05. Fire (written by Springsteen specially for Elvis)
06. Lawdy miss clawdy
07. Moody Blue
08. For the heart
09. Heartbreak hotel
10 Jailhouse rock
11. Hound dog
12.Johnny b. goode
13. Promised land
14. T-r-o-u-b-l-e
15. Find out what's happening
16. Just a little bit
17 Happy birthday (with stevie wonder)
18. Suspiscious minds
19. Can't help falling in love
20. Closing vamp

A little less conversationPatch it up i dont see elvis trying patch it up song at 50 by this time elvis vocals couldint handle this song-in 1970 yes at 50 years old no,,Find out what's happeningJust a little bit,,not much to say pretty good set list..a 6.5/10 for you..good effort.and your wrong my friend canada has the most loyal elvis fans in da world

[poormansgold]

Thanks You Like My Songs line yup , I like most Songs On The Line Up, I read something About Crying In middle 1980's and Feelings Too , I try keep It close To Real line ups . He Was To Play In Kingdome In Seattle At New Year's Eve 1977. I was Thinking Do The Tracklisting for it.
Thanks again
Tom

[kamikazeeab2003]

What I'm finding amazing is that almost everyone has the time, circumstances, and details in mind for their concerts. It's great that the thought is being put into this!
I'm also finding interesting that all the concerts are within the first decade of the timeline of "his passing as we know it". Keep it up everyone - I'm enjoying every minute of this!

James

[Miss Clawdy]

Olympic stadium, Munich, Germany
January 8th, 2009

Elvis, The TCB Band, The Imperials, The Stamps, The Sweet Inspirations & The Joe Guercio Orchestra are performing in front of 90.000 people, the concert was sold out within 2 hours.

Elvis is in top shape, he’s wearing a two-piece black suit and a red shirt, his hairstyle is the same as in1968 and is now more pepper and salt.

Set list:

2001 Theme
Funny How Time Slips Away
That’s Alright
Love Me
Lodi (CCR Cover)
Lawdy Miss Clawdy
Never Been To Spain
Lean On Me (Bill Withers Cover)
Peace In The Valley
Heartbreak Hotel
Wooden Heart (For the german audience )
Polk Salad Annie & Introduction
Help Me
Lead Me, Guide Me
Love Hurts (Nazareth Cover, Duet with Lisa)
For The Good Times
Walk A Mile In My Shoes
Blue Suede Shoes
Driving With The Brakes On (Del Amitri Cover)
Suspicious Minds
How Great Thou Art
Return To Sender
In The Ghetto
The Dock Of The Bay (Otis Redding Cover, Duet with Bruce Springsteen)
You’ll Never Walk Alone
Memphis Tennessee

Elvis has left the building, thank you and good night

[epmoodyblue]

Olympic stadium, Munich, Germany
January 8th, 2009

Elvis, The TCB Band, The Imperials, The Stamps, The Sweet Inspirations & The Joe Guercio Orchestra are performing in front of 90.000 people, the concert was sold out within 2 hours.

Elvis is in top shape, he’s wearing a two-piece black suit and a red shirt, his hairstyle is the same as in1968 and is now more pepper and salt.

Set list:

2001 Theme
Funny How Time Slips Away
That’s Alright
Love Me
Lodi (CCR Cover)
Lawdy Miss Clawdy
Never Been To Spain
Lean On Me (Bill Withers Cover)
Peace In The Valley
Heartbreak Hotel
Wooden Heart (For the german audience )
Polk Salad Annie & Introduction
Help Me
Lead Me, Guide Me
Love Hurts (Nazareth Cover, Duet with Lisa)
For The Good Times
Walk A Mile In My Shoes
Blue Suede Shoes
Driving With The Brakes On (Del Amitri Cover)
Suspicious Minds
How Great Thou Art
Return To Sender
In The Ghetto
The Dock Of The Bay (Otis Redding Cover, Duet with Bruce Springsteen)
You’ll Never Walk Alone
Memphis Tennessee

Elvis has left the building, thank you and good night

very interesting set listsinging Funny How Time Slips Away..right after opening theme is not a good ideaThe Dock Of The Bay.neways i like your concert.....8/10 for you....u also get my concert sushine award--im in the audience sitting next to you beautiful stadium beautiful elvis beautiful concert

[elvispresleytheking]

(Wearing Blue Nail Suit)
1.Also Sprach Zarathustra
2.That's All Right (arrive wearing cape)
3.I Got A Woman/Amen (Hampton Roads, VA 4/9/72 version)
4.Hound Dog (TTWII version, guitar toss after this)
5.Mystery Train/Tiger Man
6.Blueberry Hill/ I Can't Stop Loving You (Take mic. off stand after Bluberry Hill)
7.Sweet Caroline
8.WHat Now My Love
9. You've Lost That Loving Feeling (TTWII version, take off cape before song)
10.Polk Salad Annie (COmbo. of TTWII and mid 1974 versions)
11.Teddy Bear/DOn't Be Cruel
12.Little SIster/Get Back (TTWII version)
13.Let Me Be THere (with reprise)
14.Bridge Over Troubled Water (with reprise)
15.Suspicious Minds/intros.
16.The First TIme Ever I Saw Your Face
17.Kentucky Rain
18.Unchained Melody
19.AN AMerican Trilogy (put cape on)
20.Lawdy Miss Clawdy
21.THe Impossible Dream

I've often created playlists on my iPod with live songs similar to this.