Imagem Music is proud to announce the signing of Elvis Presley Music/ Gladys Music Catalogue [Video]

Elvis Presley
Photo: Elvis Presley at the Olympia Theater in Miami, Florida on Friday August 3rd 1956. (Photo used by permission, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.)

Imagem Music, Elvis Presley Music, Gladys Music
Photo, from left: Belinda Aberbach (Gladys Music), André de Raaff (CEO and Co-Founder, Imagem Music Group), Gary Hovey (EVP, Elvis Presley Enterprises), Richard Stumpf (President, Imagem Music USA) and Susan Aberbach (Gladys Music). Credit: Imagem Music USA.

Imagem Music USA and Elvis Presley Music/Gladys Music have announced a worldwide music publishing deal for representation of the Elvis Presley catalogue, effective January 1, 2012.

The impressive Presley catalogue, co-owned by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. and the families of the late, great publishing giants, Jean and Julian Aberbach, includes over 1,000 songs that have been recorded by Elvis Presley, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole and other legendary entertainers.

The timeless hits in the catalogue include "All Shook Up," "Love Me Tender," "A Little Less Conversation," "Jailhouse Rock," "Return to Sender," and "Can't Help Falling in Love," among many others.

'From Elvis In Memphis' review

Songs from the catalogue include some of the most sought-after for commercials, television shows, movie trailers and soundtracks around the world.

Recently, "A Little Less Conversation" was included in the Dreamworks animated film Megamind; "Can't Help Falling in Love" is featured in the current film, Like Crazy; "Jailhouse Rock" was utilized for a television commercial for Fiat; and "Fever" could be heard in a spot for Brazil's leading fashion retailer C&A, just to name a few.

"We are grateful that Elvis created such a significant amount of music during his lifetime," stated Jack Soden, President and CEO of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. "It's impressive how it continues to resonate with people around the world as new generations discover the King of Rock 'n' Roll."

In a joint statement, André de Raaff, CEO of Imagem Music Group and Richard Stumpf, President of Imagem Music USA said, "Elvis Presley defines Rock 'n' Roll, and his songs are loved all over the world. We are thrilled and honored to represent such a legendary body of work on a global basis, where we will ensure the songs are promoted and managed in a manner suitable for the King."

Check out the video below, with performances by Elvis and interviews with Elvis talking about the experience of live performance:

About Elvis Presley Enterprises:

Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. is based in Memphis, with additional offices in Los Angeles. In addition to Graceland and its related attractions in Memphis, including the Heartbreak Hotel, EPE is aggressively involved in a worldwide licensing program, merchandising, music publishing, and television, film, video and Internet projects. For more information on EPE and Graceland, visit elvis.com. EPE is a subsidiary of CKX, Inc. (ckx.com.)

About Imagem Music

Imagem Music is the pop music division of the Imagem Music Group (André de Raaff, co-founder). Home to such talent as Ludacris, Phil Collins, Genesis, Anna Nalick, Steve Robson, Jens Gad, Temper Trap, Hesta Prynn, Bombay Bicycle Club and more, Imagem Music has offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin and the Netherlands, and exclusive agents all over the world. The Imagem Music Group is the world's largest independent music publisher which, in addition to its ever-expanding pop catalogues, is unique for its leadership role in classical music (Boosey & Hawkes) and musicals (Rodgers & Hammerstein). For more, visit: Imagem Music Official Website.

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