Heartbreak Hotel
I Was The One
HMV 7M 385 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Heartbreak Hotel
Side 2:
1. I Was The One
Released: March 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (01)
​
​
"Heartbreak Hotel" was the title of the first Elvis Presley record released in the U.K. This was also his first RCA single of new material in the U.S, where it hit the top spot. A haunting ballad, accompanied by pianist, Floyd Cramer. The song was given to Elvis by Mae Boren Axton, who co-wrote it with Tommy Durden. The B-side, another ballad was recorded at the same RCA Nashville session in January, 1956.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1422 Side 2: 7XAV 1423
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - August 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
​
Note: Type 1:
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with black printing, Not normally used for Elvis releases.
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Front)
Type 2: (March 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Thanks to Paul Alner For The Information)
​
​
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
45 R.P.M.
Stamped H. M. V.
Side 1 "Heartbreak Hotel"
Single Sided
Microgroove Test Record
NOT FOR SALE
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Written Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
(Blank - Side 2)
Stamped PLAY REVERSE SIDE
​
(Thanks To Andy Honeywell For The Images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
TREE PUBLISHING CO. (Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
(Full Stop after Accomp)
(Thanks to Paul Alner for the information)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
TREE PUBLISHING CO. (Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
(No Full Stop after Accomp)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 3 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
MILLS
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 3 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
(Space Between Catalogue Number)
​
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 4 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
MILLS
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 4 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
7M385 (No Space Between Catalogue Number)
​
(Variation 5 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
MILLS MUSIC
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 5 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
7M385 (No Space Between Catalogue Number)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 6 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
B.F. WOOD
NCB/BIEM
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 6 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
​
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 7 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
FRANK MUSIC
B.F. WOOD
NCB/BIEM
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 7 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 8 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
TREE PUBLISHING CO. (Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 8 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 9 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
MILLS MUSIC
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 9 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
7M385 (No Space - Both Sides)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Jigsaw Centre)
(Variation 10 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Jigsaw Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
FRANK MUSIC
B.F. WOOD
NCB/BIEM
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 10 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
(Between Lines On Left)
​
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
Heartbreak Hotel
I Was The One
HMV POP 182 (78 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Heartbreak Hotel
Side 2:
1. I Was The One
Released: March 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (01)
​
​
"Heartbreak Hotel" was the title of the first Elvis Presley record released in the U.K. This was also his first RCA single of new material in the U.S, where it hit the top spot. A haunting ballad, accompanied by pianist, Floyd Cramer. The song was given to Elvis by Mae Boren Axton, who co-wrote it with Tommy Durden. The B-side, another ballad was recorded at the same RCA Nashville session in January, 1956.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number G2WB, part of the RCA system.
G2 = 1956. All 78's used this system.
Side 1: G2WB 209 Side 2: G2WB 218
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - April 1957)
This sleeve was white with black printing.
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Stamped Top Centre)
​
Greatest Artists - Finest Recording (Under The Centre Hole)
​
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-left of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
78 R.P.M. RECORD (To The Right)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE"
records are great favourites
why not add these to your collection? (Stamped Top Centre)
(Various Artists Promoted Throughout the Sleeve)
​
GIVE RECORD TOKENS ...
they solve all your gift problems (Under The Centre Hole)
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
78 R.P.M.
Single Sided 10" Acetate Side 1 "Heartbreak Hotel"
DEMONSTRATION RECORD
NOT FOR SALE
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Written Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Blank - Side 2)
Stamped Emidisc
MADE IN
GREAT BRITAIN
​
DISTRIBUTING
ORGANISATION
​
E.M.I. SALES SERVICE LTD
​
(Thanks To Andy Honeywell For The Images)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
(Stamped H.M.V.)
78 R.P.M.
Double Sided "Heartbreak Hotel"
DEMONSTRATION SAMPLE
NOT FOR SALE (Both Sides)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Stamped Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(White Label)
(Stamped H.M.V.)
78 R.P.M.
Double Sided "I Was The One"
​
(Thanks To Andy Honeywell For The Images)
(Blue Label, HMV Logo, White Lettering, Solid Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
B.F. Wood. NCB. Frank Music
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
Aberbach, Mecolico
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
B.F. Wood. NCB.
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
Aberbach, Mecolico
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 3 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1957 Pressing)
(Mono)
Mills
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 3 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
Aberbach, Mecolico
(Bottom of Label)
​UK Chart Information:
​
Elvis' debut single entered the UK charts on May 17, 1956, peaking at no. 2.
​
Chart Run: (21 Weeks)
17/05/1956 - 15
24/05/1956 - 14
31/05/1956 - 08
07/06/1956 - 05
14/06/1956 - 04
21/06/1956 - 03
28/06/1956 - 02
05/07/1956 - 02
12/07/1956 - 03
19/07/1956 - 03
26/07/1956 - 04
02/08/1956 - 04
09/08/1956 - 06
16/08/1956 - 06
23/08/1956 - 07
30/08/1956 - 07
06/09/1956 - 07
13/09/1956 - 09
20/09/1956 - 20
27/09/1956 - 24
04/10/1956 - 22
​
Chart Run: (1 Week)
01/11/1956 - 23
​
Information: www.officialcharts.com
​
​
​
​
​
Recording Information:
​
Heartbreak Hotel
(January 10, 1956: RCA Studios, Nashville, Tennessee)
​
I Was the One
(January 11, 1956: RCA Studios, Nashville, Tennessee)
​
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Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
New Musical Express UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Record Mirror UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Blue Suede Shoes
Tutti Frutti
HMV 7M 405 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Blue Suede Shoes
Side 2:
1. Tutti Frutti
Released: May 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (02)
​
​
"Blue Suede Shoes" was taken from Elvis' new debut album: "Rock 'n' Roll" (HMV CLP 1093)
Both songs were covers; "Blue Suede Shoes" was written and performed by Carl Perkins, "Tutti Frutti" was another great rocker by Little Richard.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1441 Side 2: 7XAV 1442
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - August 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
​
Note: Type 1:
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with black printing, Not normally used for Elvis releases.
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Front)
Type 2: (March 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Thanks to Paul Alner For The Information)
​
​
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
45 R.P.M.
Stamped H. M. V.
Side 1 "Blue Suede Shoes"
Single Sided
Microgroove Test Record
NOT FOR SALE
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Written Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
(Blank - Side 2)
Stamped PLAY REVERSE SIDE
​
(Thanks To Andy Honeywell For The Images)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
45 R.P.M.
Stamped H. M. V.
Side 2 "Tutti Frutti"
Single Sided
Microgroove Test Record
NOT FOR SALE
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Written Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
(Blank - Side 2)
Stamped PLAY REVERSE SIDE
​
(Thanks To Andy Honeywell For The Images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
BURLINGTON
MUSIC
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
BURLINGTON
MUSIC
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 3 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 3 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
BURLINGTON
MUSIC
ED. C. BENS
BIEM
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Jigsaw Centre)
(Variation 4 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Jigsaw Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 4 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
BURLINGTON
MUSIC
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Silver Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 5 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Silver Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1957/58 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 5 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
BURLINGTON
MUSIC
ED. C. BENS
BIEM NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
Blue Suede Shoes
Tutti Frutti
HMV POP 213 (78 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Blue Suede Shoes
Side 2:
1. Tutti Frutti
Released: May 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (02)
​
​
"Blue Suede Shoes" was taken from Elvis' new debut album: "Rock 'n' Roll" (HMV CLP 1093)
Both songs were covers; "Blue Suede Shoes" was written and performed by Carl Perkins, "Tutti Frutti" was another great rocker by Little Richard.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number G2WB, part of the RCA system.
G2 = 1956
Side 1: G2WB 1230 Side 2: G2WB 1255
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - April 1957)
This sleeve was white with black printing.
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Stamped Top Centre)
​
Greatest Artists - Finest Recording (Under The Centre Hole)
​
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-left of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
78 R.P.M. RECORD (To The Right)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE"
records are great favourites
why not add these to your collection? (Stamped Top Centre)
(Various Artists Promoted Throughout the Sleeve)
​
GIVE RECORD TOKENS ...
they solve all your gift problems (Under The Centre Hole)
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
(THE GRAMOPHONE CO., LTD.)
HAYES. MIDDLESEX. ENGLAND
Single Sided RCA Transfer "Blue Suede Shoes"
NOT FOR SALE
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Typed Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Blank Side 2)
​
(Thanks to lewins68)
(Blue Label, HMV Logo, White Lettering, Solid Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
Aberbach, NCB
Mecolico
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
Burlington Music
(Bottom of Label)
UK Chart Information:
​
This Single entered the UK charts on May 31, 1956, peaking at no. 9.
​
Chart Run: (8 Weeks)
31/05/1956 - 16
07/06/1956 - 19
14/06/1956 - 10
21/06/1956 - 09
28/06/1956 - 10
05/07/1956 - 10
12/07/1956 - 17
19/07/1956 - 19
​
Chart Run: (2 Weeks)
23/08/1956 - 27
30/08/1956 - 26
​
Information: www.officialcharts.com
​
​
​
​
Recording Information:
​
Blue Suede Shoes
(January 30, 1956: RCA Studio 1, New York)
​
Tutti Frutti
(January 31, 1956: RCA Studio 1, New York)
​
​
Record Mirror UK HMV Single Promo Ad
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Mystery Train/I Forgot To Remember To Forget
HMV 7MC 42 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Mystery Train
Side 2:
1. I Forgot To Remember To Forget
Released: June 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (03)
​
​
This single was manufactured for export. Mostly found combined with a type 3 sleeve.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1451 Side 2: 7XAV 1450
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Front)
Type 3: (June 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale brown colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
WHEN NECESSARY CLEAN RECORD WITH A SLIGHTLY MOIST CLOTH (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
​
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LTD. HAYES. MIDDLESEX. ENGLAND (Bottom of Sleeve)
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Rear)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
THE WORLD'S GREATEST ARTISTES RECORD FOR "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (right-centre)
​
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
COPYRIGHT SUBSISTS IN H.M.V. RECORDS. ANY UNAUTHORISED BROADCASTING, LIVE PERFORMANCE OR RE-RECORDING OF SUCH RECORDS IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER WILL CONSTITUTE AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT AND IS FORBIDDEN. APPLICATIONS FOR LICENCES SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE GRAMOPHONE CO. LTD., HAYES, MIDDLESEX, ENGLAND.
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
45 R.P.M.
Stamped H. M. V.
Single Sided, Side 2 "I Forgot To Remember To Forget"
Microgroove Test Record
NOT FOR SALE
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Written Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
(Blank - Side 2)
Stamped PLAY REVERSE SIDE
​
(Thanks To Andy Honeywell For The Images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
MECOLICO
BIEM/NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
MECOLICO
BIEM/NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
​​​​​Recording Information:
​
Mystery Train
(July 21, 1955: Sun Studios, Memphis, Tennessee)
​
I Forgot to Remember to Forget
(July 21, 1955: Sun Studios, Memphis, Tennessee)
I Want You, I Need You, I Love You/My Baby Left Me
HMV 7M 424 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. I Want You, I Need You, I Love You
Side 2:
1. My Baby Left Me
Released: July 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (04)
​
​
Elvis recorded the A-side of this single in Nashville, where the plane he was flying in experienced engine trouble. It took a lot of takes to nail the master. The B-side is a brilliant uptempo rocker showing Elvis at his best.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1457 Side 2: 7XAV 1456
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - August 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
​
Note: Type 1:
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with black printing, Not normally used for Elvis releases.
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Front)
Type 2: (March 1956 - August 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Thanks to Paul Alner For The Information)
​
​
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
45 R.P.M.
Stamped H. M. V.
Side 1 "I Want You, I Need You, I Love You"
Single Sided
Microgroove Test Record
NOT FOR SALE
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Written Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
(Blank - Side 2)
Stamped PLAY REVERSE SIDE
​
(Thanks To Andy Honeywell For The Images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Silver Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 3 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Silver Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1957/58 Pressing)
(Mono)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
SOUTHERN
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 3 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
I Want You, I Need You, I Love You/My Baby Left Me
HMV POP 235 (78 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. I Want You, I Need You, I Love You
Side 2:
1. My Baby Left Me
Released: July 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (04)
​
​
Elvis recorded the A-side of this single in Nashville, where the plane he was flying in experienced engine trouble. It took a lot of takes to nail the master. The B-side is a brilliant uptempo rocker showing Elvis at his best.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number G2WB, part of the RCA system.
G2 = 1956
Side 1: G2WB 0271 Side 2: G2WB 1231
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - April 1957)
This sleeve was white with black printing.
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Stamped Top Centre)
​
Greatest Artists - Finest Recording (Under The Centre Hole)
​
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-left of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
78 R.P.M. RECORD (To The Right)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE"
records are great favourites
why not add these to your collection? (Stamped Top Centre)
(Various Artists Promoted Throughout the Sleeve)
​
GIVE RECORD TOKENS ...
they solve all your gift problems (Under The Centre Hole)
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
(Stamped H.M.V.)
78 R.P.M.
Double Sided "I Want You, I Need You, I Love You"
DEMONSTRATION SAMPLE
NOT FOR SALE (Both Sides)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Stamped Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(White Label)
(Stamped H.M.V.)
78 R.P.M.
Double Sided "My Baby Left Me"
​
​
(Blue Label, HMV Logo, White Lettering, Solid Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
Aberbach, NCB
Mecolico
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
Aberbach, NCB
Mecolico
(Bottom of Label)
​UK Chart Information:
​
This single entered the UK charts on July 30, 1956, peaking at no. 14.
​
Chart Run: (2 Weeks)
19/07/1956 - 30
26/07/1956 - 25
​
Chart Run: (9 Weeks)
09/08/1956 - 23
16/08/1956 - 23
23/08/1956 - 20
30/08/1956 - 17
06/09/1956 - 18
13/09/1956 - 14
20/09/1956 - 14
27/09/1956 - 16
04/10/1956 - 21
​
Information: www.officialcharts.com
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
Recording Information:
​
I Want You, I Need You, I Love You
(April 14, 1956: RCA Studios, Nashville, Tennessee)
​
My Baby Left Me
(January 30, 1956: RCA Studio 1, New York)
​
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
I Want You, I Need You, I Love You/My Baby Left Me
HMV 7MC 45 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. I Want You, I Need You, I Love You
Side 2:
1. My Baby Left Me
Released: July 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (04)
​
​
This single was manufactured for export and mostly found with a type 3 sleeve.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1457 Side 2: 7XAV 1456
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Front)
Type 3: (June 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale brown colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
WHEN NECESSARY CLEAN RECORD WITH A SLIGHTLY MOIST CLOTH (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
​
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LTD. HAYES. MIDDLESEX. ENGLAND (Bottom of Sleeve)
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Rear)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
THE WORLD'S GREATEST ARTISTES RECORD FOR "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (right-centre)
​
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
COPYRIGHT SUBSISTS IN H.M.V. RECORDS. ANY UNAUTHORISED BROADCASTING, LIVE PERFORMANCE OR RE-RECORDING OF SUCH RECORDS IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER WILL CONSTITUTE AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT AND IS FORBIDDEN. APPLICATIONS FOR LICENCES SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE GRAMOPHONE CO. LTD., HAYES, MIDDLESEX, ENGLAND.
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
ELVIS PRESLEY
MUSIC
(Between Lines on Left)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ELVIS PRESLEY
MUSIC
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
Hound Dog
Don't Be Cruel
HMV POP 249 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Hound Dog
Side 2:
1. Don't Be Cruel (to a heart that's true)
Released: September 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (05)
​
​
Elvis recorded "Hound Dog" the A-side of this single the day after he sang it on the Steve Allen Show. The song was originally written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller for "Big Mama" Thornton. Elvis heard Freddie Bell & The Bellboys perform it while he was vacationing in Las Vegas. It was this version that Elvis adopted in the studio. During 1956, Elvis constantly cited "Don't Be Cruel" as his favourite song that he recorded so far. It was written by Otis Blackwell with Elvis acknowledged as a co-writer.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1471 Side 2: 7XAV 1472
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - August 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
​
Note: Type 1:
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with black printing, Not normally used for Elvis releases.
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Front)
Type 2: (March 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Thanks to Paul Alner For The Information)
​
​
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left - Both Sides)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. MORRIS
(Between Lines On Left)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 3 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
BIEM
E. H. MORRIS
(Between Lines On Left)
(Variation 3 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 4 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. MORRIS
BIEM
(Between Lines On Left)
(Variation 4 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Jigsaw Centre)
(Variation 5 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Jigsaw Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Variation 5 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left - Both Sides)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Silver Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 6 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Silver Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1957/58 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. MORRIS
B.I.E.M.
(Between Lines On Left)
(Variation 6 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
Hound Dog
Don't Be Cruel
HMV POP 249 (78 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Hound Dog
Side 2:
1. Don't Be Cruel (to a heart that's true)
Released: September 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (05)
​
​
Elvis recorded "Hound Dog" the A-side of this single the day after he sang it on the Steve Allen Show. The song was originally written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller for "Big Mama" Thornton. Elvis heard Freddie Bell & The Bellboys perform it while he was vacationing in Las Vegas. It was this version that Elvis adopted in the studio. During 1956, Elvis constantly cited "Don't Be Cruel" as his favourite song that he recorded so far. It was written by Otis Blackwell with Elvis acknowledged as a co-writer.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number G2WB, part of the RCA system.
G2 = 1956
Side 1: G2WB 5935 Side 2: G2WB 5936
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - April 1957)
This sleeve was white with black printing.
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Stamped Top Centre)
​
Greatest Artists - Finest Recording (Under The Centre Hole)
​
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-left of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
78 R.P.M. RECORD (To The Right)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE"
records are great favourites
why not add these to your collection? (Stamped Top Centre)
(Various Artists Promoted Throughout the Sleeve)
​
GIVE RECORD TOKENS ...
they solve all your gift problems (Under The Centre Hole)
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
(Stamped H.M.V.)
78 R.P.M.
Double Sided "Hound Dog"
DEMONSTRATION SAMPLE
NOT FOR SALE (Both Sides)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Stamped Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
​
​
​
(Blue Label, HMV Logo, White Lettering, Solid Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. Morris
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
POP. 249
Aberbach, Mecolico, NCB
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. Morris
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
POP 249
Aberbach, Mecolico, NCB
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 3 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. Morris
B.I.E.M (Boxed)
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 3 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
POP. 249
Aberbach, Mecolico, NCB
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 4 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Variation 4 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
POP 249
Aberbach, Mecolico, NCB
(Bottom of Label - Both Sides)
(LABEL COMBINATION)
(Side 1: Variation 1)
(LABEL COMBINATION)
(Side 2: Variation 2)
​UK Chart Information:
This single entered the UK charts on September 27, 1956, peaking at no. 2.
​
Chart Run: (23 Weeks)
27/09/1956 - 13
04/10/1956 - 05
11/10/1956 - 04
18/10/1956 - 03
25/10/1956 - 03
01/11/1956 - 02
08/11/1956 - 02
15/11/1956 - 02
22/11/1956 - 03
29/11/1956 - 03
06/12/1956 - 06
13/12/1956 - 05
20/12/1956 - 09
27/12/1956 - 11
03/01/1957 - 16
10/01/1957 - 08
17/01/1956 - 08
24/01/1957 - 10
31/01/1957 - 10
07/02/1957 - 11
14/02/1957 - 10
21/02/1957 - 16
28/02/1957 - 22
​
Information: www.officialcharts.com
​
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​
​
​
Recording Information:
​
Hound Dog
(July 2, 1956: RCA Studios, New York)
​
Don't Be Cruel
(July 2, 1956: RCA Studios, New York)
​
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Hound Dog
Don't Be Cruel
HMV 7MC 50 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Hound Dog
Side 2:
1. Don't Be Cruel (to a heart that's true)
Released: September 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (05)
​
​
This single was manufactured for export. Mostly found combined with a type 3 sleeve.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1471 Side 2: 7XAV 1472
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Front)
Type 3: (June 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale brown colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
WHEN NECESSARY CLEAN RECORD WITH A SLIGHTLY MOIST CLOTH (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
​
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LTD. HAYES. MIDDLESEX. ENGLAND (Bottom of Sleeve)
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Rear)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
THE WORLD'S GREATEST ARTISTES RECORD FOR "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (right-centre)
​
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
COPYRIGHT SUBSISTS IN H.M.V. RECORDS. ANY UNAUTHORISED BROADCASTING, LIVE PERFORMANCE OR RE-RECORDING OF SUCH RECORDS IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER WILL CONSTITUTE AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT AND IS FORBIDDEN. APPLICATIONS FOR LICENCES SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE GRAMOPHONE CO. LTD., HAYES, MIDDLESEX, ENGLAND.
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. MORRIS
(Between Lines On The Left)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Smooth Edge)
CHAPPELL
(Between Lines On The Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
E. H. MORRIS
(Between Lines On The Left)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
CHAPPELL
(Between Lines On The Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
Blue Moon/I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine
HMV POP 272 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Blue Moon
Side 2:
1. I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine
Released: November 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (06)
​
​
This release contained material recorded earlier in his career at Sun Records in Memphis.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number 7XAV, part of the EMI system.
Side 1: 7XAV 1482 Side 2: 7XAV 1483
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - August 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
​
Note: Type 1:
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with black printing, Not normally used for Elvis releases.
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Front)
Type 2: (March 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Thanks to Paul Alner For The Information)
​
​
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
Stamped H. M. V.
Side 1 "Blue Moon"
Double Sided
DEMONSTRATION RECORD
NOT FOR SALE
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Stamped Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Cream Label)
Stamped H. M. V.
Side 2 "I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine"
Double Sided
DEMONSTRATION RECORD
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
VICTORIA MUS
FRANCIS DAY
CHAPPELL
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Jigsaw Centre)
(Variation 2 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Jigsaw Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Variation 2 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
VICTORIA MUS
FRANCIS DAY
CHAPPELL
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
Blue Moon/I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine
HMV POP 272 (78 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Blue Moon
Side 2:
1. I Don't Care If The Sun Don't Shine
Released: November 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (06)
​
​
This release contained material recorded earlier in his career at Sun Records in Memphis.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number F2WB, part of the RCA system.
F2 = 1955
Side 1: F2WB 8117 Side 2: F2WB 8042
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - April 1957)
This sleeve was white with black printing.
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Stamped Top Centre)
​
Greatest Artists - Finest Recording (Under The Centre Hole)
​
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-left of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
78 R.P.M. RECORD (To The Right)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE"
records are great favourites
why not add these to your collection? (Stamped Top Centre)
(Various Artists Promoted Throughout the Sleeve)
​
GIVE RECORD TOKENS ...
they solve all your gift problems (Under The Centre Hole)
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Blue Label, HMV Logo, White Lettering, Solid Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
Robbins, Francis Day
NCB
B.I.E.M (Boxed)
(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
RT Tax Code
POP. 272
Victoria, Francis Day
Chappell, NCB
(Bottom of Label)
(LABEL COMBINATION)
(Side 1: Variation 1: Side 2 Label)
(LABEL COMBINATION)
(Side 2: Variation 1)
​UK Chart Information:
This single entered the UK charts on November 22, 1956, peaking at no. 9.
​
Chart Run: (11 Weeks) (Blue Moon)
22/11/1956 - 15
29/11/1956 - 09
06/12/1956 - 09
13/12/1956 - 09
20/12/1956 - 11
27/12/1956 - 17
03/01/1957 - 22
10/01/1957 - 22
17/01/1957 - 17
24/01/1957 - 17
31/01/1957 - 26
​
Chart Run: (1 Week) (I Don't Care If the Sun Don't Shine)
29/11/1956 - 29
​
Chart Run: (3 Weeks)
27/12/1956 - 23
03/01/1957 - 26
10/01/1957 - 30
​
Information: www.officialcharts.com
​
​
​
Recording Information:
​
Blue Moon
(August 15 - 19, 1954: Sun Studios, Memphis, Tennessee)
​
I Don't Care If the Sun Don't Shine
(September 12 - 16, 1954: Sun Studios, Memphis, Tennessee)
​
Elvis UK HMV Single Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Love Me Tender
Any Way You Want Me
HMV POP 253 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Love Me Tender
Side 2:
1. Any Way You Want Me (That's How I Will Be)
Released: December 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (07)
​
​
The A-side of this single was the title track of Elvis' debut movie. This song was also available in the U.K. on HMV extended play. The melody was taken from an american 1861 civil war ballad titled "Aura Lea". The B-side was recorded in New York alongside "Hound Dog" and "Don't Be Cruel".
​
​
NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number G2WW, part of the RCA system.
(G2 = 1956)
Side 1: G2WW 4767 Side 2: G2WW 5937
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - August 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
​
Note: Type 1:
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with black printing, Not normally used for Elvis releases.
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Front)
Type 2: (March 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale yellow colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions Both Sides stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
The use of "EMITEX" cleaning material (available from record dealers) will preserve this record and keep it free from dust. (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
(Sleeve Variation 2 - Rear)
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
​
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Thanks to Paul Alner For The Information)
​
​
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)
Love Me Tender
Any Way You Want Me
HMV POP 253 (78 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Love Me Tender
Side 2:
1. Any Way You Want Me (That's How I Will Be)
Released: December 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (07)
​
​
The A-side of this single was the title track of Elvis' debut movie. This song was also available in the U.K. on HMV extended play. The melody was taken from an american 1861 civil war ballad titled "Aura Lea". The B-side was recorded in New York alongside "Hound Dog" and "Don't Be Cruel".
​
​
NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number G2WW, part of the RCA system. (G2 = 1956)
Side 1: G2WW 4767 Side 2: G2WW 5937
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Front)
Type 1: (March 1956 - April 1957)
This sleeve was white with black printing.
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Stamped Top Centre)
​
Greatest Artists - Finest Recording (Under The Centre Hole)
​
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-left of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
78 R.P.M. RECORD (To The Right)
(Sleeve Variation 1 - Rear)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE"
records are great favourites
why not add these to your collection? (Stamped Top Centre)
(Various Artists Promoted Throughout the Sleeve)
​
GIVE RECORD TOKENS ...
they solve all your gift problems (Under The Centre Hole)
​
Distributing Organisation for Great Britain
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LIMITED
RECORD DIVISION
8-11 GREAT CASTLE STREET, LONDON, W.1 (Left Side)
The HMV logo, located at the bottom-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo.
Export Distributing Organisation
E.M.I. INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
HAYES MIDDLESEX ENGLAND
Made and Printed in Great Britain (Right Side)
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(White Label)
(Stamped H.M.V.)
78 R.P.M.
Double Sided "Love Me Tender"
DEMONSTRATION SAMPLE
NOT FOR SALE (Both Sides)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Stamped Details)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(White Label)
(Stamped H.M.V.)
78 R.P.M.
Double Sided "Any Way You Want Me"
​
​
(Blue Label, HMV Logo, White Lettering, Solid Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Blue Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (White Lettering)
(Solid Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
Aberbach, Mecolico, NCB(Bottom of Label)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
XT Tax Code
POP. 253
Aberbach, Mecolico, NCB
(Bottom of Label)
​UK Chart Information:
​
This single entered the UK charts on December 13, 1956, peaking at no. 11.
​
Chart Run: (9 Weeks)
13/12/1956 - 19
20/12/1956 - 17
27/12/1956 - 14
03/01/1957 - 11
10/01/1957 - 11
17/01/1957 - 13
24/01/1957 - 15
31/01/1957 - 13
07/02/1957 - 17
​
Information: www.officialcharts.com
​
​
​
Recording Information:
​
Love Me Tender
(August 24, 1956: 20th Century Fox, Stage 1, Hollywood, California)
​
Anyway You Want Me
(July 2, 1956: RCA Studios, New York)
Elvis UK HMV Promo Ad
used by kind permission: (Thanks to Paul Alner)
Love Me Tender/Any Way You Want Me
HMV 45-JO 465 (45 rpm)
Track Listing:
Side 1:
1. Love Me Tender
Side 2:
1. Any Way You Want Me (That's How I Will Be)
Released: December 1956:
Sound Format: mono
UK Single No: (07)
​
​
This single was manufactured for the export market.
​
​
​NOTE: This single was issued using the matrix number G2WW, part of the RCA system.
(G2 = 1956)
Side 1: G2WW 4767 Side 2: G2WW 5937
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Front)
Type 3: (June 1956 - June 1957)
This sleeve was a pale brown colour with red printing,
This record has an optional centre. In its present form it can be played upon three speed record players or radiograms with a small centre spindle. (Top Left - Both Sides)
​
To play this 45 r.p.m. record on record players and radiograms with a large centre post remove the small centre disc of the record by pressing with the thumbs. (Top Right - Both Sides)
​
The HMV logo, located at the top-centre of the sleeve, contained a picture of a dog, 'Nipper' listening to a gramophone with the words "His Master's Voice" underneath, Under the logo it read: The Hallmark of Quality. (Both Sides)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
WHEN NECESSARY CLEAN RECORD WITH A SLIGHTLY MOIST CLOTH (right-centre)
​
"HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (Bold Red Capitals - Under Centre Hole)
(Both Sides)
​
THE GRAMOPHONE COMPANY LTD. HAYES. MIDDLESEX. ENGLAND (Bottom of Sleeve)
(Sleeve Variation 3 - Rear)
Boxed instructions stated that:
THIS RECORD MUST BE PLAYED AT 45 REVS. PER MINUTE
(left-centre) and
THE WORLD'S GREATEST ARTISTES RECORD FOR "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" (right-centre)
​
Under "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" at the bottom of the sleeve, the following information could be found:
COPYRIGHT SUBSISTS IN H.M.V. RECORDS. ANY UNAUTHORISED BROADCASTING, LIVE PERFORMANCE OR RE-RECORDING OF SUCH RECORDS IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER WILL CONSTITUTE AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT AND IS FORBIDDEN. APPLICATIONS FOR LICENCES SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE GRAMOPHONE CO. LTD., HAYES, MIDDLESEX, ENGLAND.
(Test Pressing/Factory Sample/Demo/Promo)
(Factory Sample - Side 1)
(Factory Sample - Side 2)
(Purple Label, HMV Logo, Gold Lettering, Knockout Centre)
(Variation 1 - Side 1)
(Purple Label)
HIS MASTER'S VOICE (Gold Lettering)
(Knockout Centre)
(1956 Pressing)
(Mono)
(Variation 1 - Side 2)
(Serrated Edge)
ABERBACH
MECOLICO
BIEM/NCB
(Between Lines On Left)
(Thanks to Andy Honeywell for the images)