For those familiar only with the King of Rock & Roll's name and reputation, the prospect of buying a best-of can be quite a nauseating proposition. The huge range of compilations available varies in quality, and depth, but as yet there exists no definitive choice for first-time Presleyers. RCA's latest attempt to correct this is perhaps the finest best-of Elvis Presley ever. Spanning two CDs and, as its title suggests, 50 songs, all the classic tracks are here, from "Heartbreak Hotel" through "Suspicious Minds." The sound quality is as near-perfect as one will get for a best-of from this artist, and the packaging is quite superb. While it may not be as in-depth as other compilations, The 50 Greatest Hits is adequate for those wanting the major hits, and provides a taster for each of his styles. As a starting point to Elvis Presley's work, this is unmatched by any other best-of and is an almost perfect compilation in that all of his most noted tracks are here, as are all the finest moment from each of his eras. For the more hardcore Elvis fan, also, The 50 Greatest Hits is an essential purchase, offering almost all of the finest tracks on a mere two discs. ~ Ben Davies
- Format: Vinyl, 3 LP
- Genre: Pop, Rock
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Track Listing:
A1 That's All Right
A2 Mystery Train
A3 Heartbreak Hotel
A4 Blue Suede Shoes
A5 Lawdy Miss Clawdy
A6 Hound Dog
A7 Don't Be Cruel
A8 Love Me Tender
A9 Too Much
B1 All Shook Up
B2 Teddy Bear
B3 Party
B4 Loving You
B5 Jailhouse Rock
B6 Don't
B7 Trouble
B8 Wear My Ring Around Your Neck
B9 King Creole
C1 Hard Headed Woman
C2 One Night
C3 A Fool Such As I
C4 A Big Hunk O' Love
C5 Stuck On You
C6 The Girl Of My Best Friend
C7 It's Now Or Never
C8 Are You Lonesome Tonight?
D1 Wooden Heart
D2 Surrender
D3 (Marie's The Name) His Latest Flame
D4 Can't Help Falling In Love
D5 Good Luck Charm
D6 She's Not You
D7 Return To Sender
D8 (You're The) Devil In Disguise
E1 Viva Las Vegas
E2 Crying In The Chapel
E3 Love Letters
E4 Guitar Man
E5 If I Can Dream
E6 In The Ghetto
E7 Suspicious Minds
E8 Don't Cry Daddy
F1 The Wonder Of You
F2 I Just Can't Help Believin'
F3 An American Trilogy
F4 Burning Love
F5 Always On My Mind
F6 Suspicion
F7 Moody Blue
F8 Way Down
