Platinum: A Life in Music
Elvis Presley · 1997
263 min · 100 tracks · pop rock · R&B · rock & roll
An expansive collection that showcases Elvis's versatility through raw, alternate takes and heartfelt performances across genres.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic collection of heartfelt performances wave-like pacing with emotional peaks for nostalgic afternoons
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Platinum: A Life in Music' came during a resurgence of interest in Elvis Presley’s legacy, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of his passing. This compilation followed the successful 'Elvis: The Concert' tour, which reintroduced his music to new audiences. It featured unreleased tracks and alternate takes, highlighting Presley's artistic evolution and enduring influence.
- If you like
- pop rock, R&B, rock & roll
Platinum: A Life in Music is an album by Elvis Presley, released in 1997. An expansive collection that showcases Elvis's versatility through raw, alternate takes and heartfelt performances across genres. This album serves as a significant retrospective of Elvis Presley's career, featuring previously unreleased recordings that provide insight into his creative process. It was well-received, contributing to the ongoing popularity of Elvis in popular culture and further solidifying his status as a music icon. The release also coincided with various tribute projects that celebrated his impact on rock and roll. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Platinum: A Life in Music sound like?
An expansive collection that showcases Elvis's versatility through raw, alternate takes and heartfelt performances across genres. Rooted in pop rock and R&B.
What makes Platinum: A Life in Music by Elvis Presley notable?
This album serves as a significant retrospective of Elvis Presley's career, featuring previously unreleased recordings that provide insight into his creative process. It was well-received, contributing to the ongoing popularity of Elvis in popular culture and further solidifying his status as a music icon. The release also coincided with various tribute projects that celebrated his impact on rock and roll. Released in 1997, 'Platinum: A Life in Music' came during a resurgence of interest in Elvis Presley’s legacy, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of his passing. This compilation followed the successful 'Elvis: The Concert' tour, which reintroduced his music to new audiences. It featured unreleased tracks and alternate takes, highlighting Presley's artistic evolution and enduring influence.
Who is Platinum: A Life in Music for?
Platinum: A Life in Music works well if you're into dynamic collection of heartfelt performances, wave-like pacing with emotional peaks and for nostalgic afternoons.
How many songs are on Platinum: A Life in Music?
Platinum: A Life in Music has 100 tracks, running approximately 263 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 I’ll Never Stand in Your Way 2:03
- 2 That’s All Right (alternate take) Standout 2:08
- 3 Blue Moon (alternate take) 3:14
- 4 Good Rockin’ Tonight 2:12
- 5 Mystery Train 2:25
- 6 I Got a Woman (alternate take) 2:26
- 7 Heartbreak Hotel (alternate take) 2:15
- 8 I’m Counting on You (alternate take) 2:31
- 9 Shake, Rattle and Roll / Flip, Flop and Fly 2:10
- 10 Lawdy, Miss Clawdy (alternate take) 2:22
- 11 I Want You, I Need You, I Love You (alternate take) 2:47
- 12 Hound Dog Standout 2:36
- 13 Don’t Be Cruel 2:03
- 14 Rip It Up (alternate take) 2:11
- 15 Love Me Tender 3:18
- 16 When the Saints Go Marching In 1:22
- 17 All Shook Up 1:58
- 18 (There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (for Me) (alternate take) 3:24
- 19 Blueberry Hill 3:21
- 20 (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear 1:46
- 21 Jailhouse Rock 2:27
- 22 New Orleans 1:59
- 23 I Need Your Love Tonight (alternate take) 2:01
- 24 A Big Hunk o’ Love (alternate take) 2:14
- 25 Bad Nauheim (medley) 4:06
Disc 2
- 1 Stuck on You 2:25
- 2 Fame and Fortune 2:25
- 3 It’s Now or Never 3:13
- 4 It Feels So Right (alternate take 3) 2:10
- 5 A Mess of Blues (alternate take 1) 2:45
- 6 Are You Lonesome Tonight 3:07
- 7 Reconsider Baby 3:39
- 8 Tonight Is So Right for Love (alternate take 3) 2:16
- 9 His Hand in Mine (alternate take 1) 3:15
- 10 Milky White Way (alternate take 3) 2:32
- 11 I’m Comin’ Home (alternate take 3) 2:26
- 12 I Feel So Bad (alternate take 1) 2:57
- 13 Can’t Help Falling in Love 3:00
- 14 Something Blue (alternate take 2) 3:05
- 15 Return to Sender 2:06
- 16 Bossa Nova Baby (alternate take 2) 2:16
- 17 How Great Thou Art (alternate take 2) 2:56
- 18 Guitar Man (alternate take 2) 2:26
- 19 You’ll Never Walk Alone (alternate take 2) 3:42
- 20 Oh How I Love Jesus (home recording) 1:37
- 21 Tennessee Waltz (home recording) 1:20
- 22 Blowin’ in the Wind (home recording) 2:06
- 23 I Can’t Help It (home recording) 1:54
- 24 I’m Beginning to Forget You (home recording) 0:55
- 25 After Loving You (home recording) 2:25
Disc 3
- 1 I Got a Woman (rehearsal, 1968-06) 1:41
- 2 Tiger Man (rehearsal, 1968-06) 2:46
- 3 When My Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again (rehearsal, 1968-06-27) 0:35
- 4 Trying to Get to You (live, 1968-06-27) 2:57
- 5 If I Can Dream (alternate take 1) 3:08
- 6 In the Ghetto (alternate take 3) 2:40
- 7 Suspicious Minds (alternate take 7) 3:18
- 8 Power of My Love (alternate take 3) 3:03
- 9 Baby What You Want Me to Do (live, 1969-08-24) 2:18
- 10 Words (live, 1968-08-24) 2:33
- 11 Johnny B. Goode (live, 1969-08-24) 2:03
- 12 Release Me (rehearsal, 1970-02-18) 1:47
- 13 See See Rider (rehearsal, 1970-02-18) 2:48
- 14 The Wonder of You (rehearsal, 1970-02-18) 2:37
- 15 The Sound of Your Cry 3:31
- 16 You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me 2:30
- 17 Funny How Time Slips Away 4:19
- 18 I Washed My Hands in Muddy Water (rehearsal, 1970-07-29) 4:15
- 19 I Was the One (rehearsal, 1970-07-29) 1:02
- 20 Cattle Call (rehearsal, 1970-07-29) 0:25
- 21 Baby, Let’s Play House (rehearsal, 1970-07-29) 1:10
- 22 Don’t (rehearsal, 1970-07-29) 1:55
- 23 Money Honey (rehearsal, 1970-07-29) 1:24
- 24 What’d I Say (rehearsal, 1970-07-29) 4:46
- 25 Bridge Over Troubled Water (live master, 1970-08-11) 4:12
Disc 4
- 1 Miracle of the Rosary 1:53
- 2 He Touched Me 2:36
- 3 Bosom of Abraham 1:37
- 4 I’ll Be Home on Christmas Day 3:49
- 5 For the Good Times 3:17
- 6 Burning Love 3:05
- 7 Separate Ways 2:38
- 8 Always on My Mind 3:33
- 9 An American Trilogy 4:17
- 10 Take Good Care of Her 2:53
- 11 I’ve Got a Thing About You Baby 2:21
- 12 Are You Sincere 2:01
- 13 It’s Midnight 3:21
- 14 Promised Land 3:21
- 15 Steamroller Blues 2:52
- 16 And I Love You So 3:40
- 17 T‐R‐O‐U‐B‐L‐E 3:03
- 18 Danny Boy 3:54
- 19 Moody Blue 2:50
- 20 Hurt 2:09
- 21 For the Heart 3:47
- 22 Pledging My Love 4:52
- 23 Way Down 3:05
- 24 My Way 3:48
- 25 (excerpt from) The Jaycees Speech 0:19
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