Oh, my boy, my boy...what a treat for the fans in Rapid City, S.D. and Omaha, NE in the Summer of '77. Most of the "Elvis in Concert" album was taken from these two shows, which happened on June 19 and 21, respectively. Contrary to what a lot of music critics say, this is album is fantastic. Starting with the fan commments and the ominious, opening strains of "Also Sprach Zarathustra," one gets a sense of the excitement that Elvis created when he appeared "in concert." It was a happening! The Super Bowl, the World Series and New Year's Eve all rolled into one!!! This music on this CD starts with the most rocking version of "See See Rider" that Elvis ever did. Other standouts on this album: "You Gave Me a Mountain," "How Great Thou Art," (really beautiful and done with a lot of soul), "Hurt", "My Way," and "Can't Help Falling in Love." All in all, a great album. Don't let people who don't know what they're talking about fool you: despite his deteriorating physical health, Elvis did some of his best, most soulful work late in his career. This album really captures that flavor as well as the excitement that EP generated when he toured in the 70s. "Elvis in Concert" is a must-have album for any fan

The majority of songs on this album are worth the price of the CD. Excellent versions of Jailhouse Rock, CC Rider, I really don't want to know. Contrary to many of the other reviews, Elvis did not forget the words to "Are you lonesome tonight". You only have to listen to the many "unauthorised" live albums to know that, this is a song that he ALWAYS messed around with in the monolog - observe the perfect timing as he speaks and jokes with the section, returning, on beat, to complete the vocals. The "forgot the words" was media hype at the time.

Enjoy! It is a real pity that the "Estate" wont let us view this final concert. I saw it at the time it was telivised - it was good.

By June of 1977 the burst of vitality that Elvis had gained in the December 1976 tour was gone. He was again fat, bloated, pale, and above all tired. He had recently sprained his ankle and was more static than ususal. On the whole he was in no condition to give a TV appearence, but the Colonel scheduled one anyway.

Elvis was determined to give his fans a great performance, he gathered all his remaining strength and fed it into these two incredible shows. The fireworks begin with a rocking version of See See Rider and then he after a drug ridden monologue introduces his debut single "That's Alright Mama" he continues with a rendition of "Are You Lonesome Tonight" where he replaces the depressing part in the middle with joking slurs. He goes on to put in great perormances of "You Gave Me A Mountain" "How Great Thou Art" "Hurt" "Fairytale" "Trying To Get To You" and "It's Now Or Never". But the shining moment of both concerts is the heartstopping tragic rendition of the Frank Sinatra hit "My Way" he lifts the autobiographical song to tragic heights and then before closing with "Can't Help Falling In Love" tells the crowd "We'll meet you again, God Bless You and Adios" but he never came back.

Elvis gave his final concert five nights later in Indianapolis on the 26th of June.

As is the case for other Elvis fans, this album by far evokes the most emotional reaction from me. It is a collection of songs from his final live performances prior to his death in 1977. When I listen to the Elvis from this album, it's like I'm listening to an old friend. Although many say that he was passed his prime, overweight and was forgetting his lines, I say that Elvis was still an excellent show man, his voice was mature and comforting, and its range was still very impressive. The album contains an excellent collection of songs from his early years as well as some covers of songs by such artists as Frank Sinatra and Olivia Newton-John. Elvis goes through such an incredible range of musical styles including Classic Rock i.e. "Jailhouse Rock" and "Don't Be Cruel/Teddy Bear", Gospel/Spiritual i.e. "How Great Thou Art" and finally Country i.e. "If you love me let me know". To add to the nostalgic aspect, the album contains messages from fans and a final message from Elvis' father after his (Elvis') death. At the same time it has its light moments such as Elvis' comical interludes including his "unusual" rendition of the monologue in "Are You Lonesome Tonight?". It doesn't seem to be rehearsed, which makes it all the better. This album in a way summarises Elvis' career as it contains so many gems. This in combination with the fact that all his songs are presented with so much feeling makes me want to give it 6 stars. In concluding I would recommend this to anyone who already thinks of Elvis as the King, however it might be a little too "mature" for those who might be listening to Elvis for the first time, baring also in mind that it is a live performance.

Elvis- in concert...very sad and very historical at the same time.This is definitely not the Elvis album to start out with.But it is also very intriguing and surprising to listen to the fan's comments all through the album. They love him!The women still say he's good-looking and the men still respect him as an entertainer. This shows the impact Elvis still had, even in his last year. I have never heard Elvis' voice sound like that before or since.It is not very strong at all.But it is also apparent that he is trying his hardest,which he rarely ever did in his last years."Are you Lonesome Tonight?"is sang straight and with all of the words intact, except for the monologue in the middle of the song. He is obviously playing this speaking part for laughs,and seems to have alot of fun doing it.He did about three words of the opening part of that same monologue on the comeback special in '68, and laughed and went on singing. He obviously always thought the speaking part was corny,and purposely messed up on it. He takes more than a minute to actually get started on "I Got A Woman".Before he actually starts it,he sings,"Well,Well,Well",for what seems like forever ,and the band goes along with him,singing "Well, Well,Well," right along with him.When he finally gets started on it, he does just fine. Alot of times he seems to talk way too fast, and sometimes he stutters awkwardly, mumbling his words, slurring, but the audience still loved him no matter what.His sense of humor is definitely present,but seems inappropriate at times.Even the songs he sings all the words to seem not to be sung very energetically or clearly. All of this being said, this was said to be his best concert in a long time,and he really seemed to pour his heart into this.He almost seems to know this would be his last big concert on TV, and has a broad selection of songs. Definitely not Elvis in his prime, but is historical in a way and if you are an Elvis fan, it should be part of your collection. However , If you want to hear Elvis' best work in 1977, listen to "Moody Blue." Thank you. Thank you very much.