Speaking Roses(R) Renews License Agreement with Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. to Sell Elvis(R) Embossed RosesElvis Roses, whi
08 August 2006 - 7:30PM
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Elvis Signature Collection Features Images and Song Titles of ''The
King of Rock and Roll(R)'' Embossed Directly on Rose Petals
Speaking Roses International, Inc. (OTCBB:SRII), the company that
patented flower embossing technology, today announced that a
license agreement with Elvis Presley Enterprises to print Elvis
images on roses has been renewed through July 2008. The collectible
roses, which were originally introduced during the 2004 Elvis Week
in Memphis, TN, feature the signature and images of "The King of
Rock and Roll" printed directly onto the rose petals. Roses
embossed with "Love Me Tender"(R), "Always On My Mind"(R), "Are You
Lonesome Tonight"(R) and other popular song titles are also
available. "Elvis aficionados are some of the most passionate music
fans in the world, we are extremely pleased by the response we have
received with our fresh cut Elvis Roses," said Ted Lassetter,
president/CEO of Speaking Roses. Our relationship with Elvis
Presley Enterprises allows us to honor 'The King of Rock and Roll'
with a truly remarkable collectible in a category all its own."
Each August, Elvis fans from around the world gather in Memphis,
Tennessee for Elvis Week; a commemoration of the music, magic and
memories associated with the legacy of Elvis Presley. Long-time
fans and those who are new to it enjoy a full week of music, dance,
sports, social and charitable events in an atmosphere of
international friendship and camaraderie. This year's commemoration
is scheduled August 8-16. Elvis Roses may be purchased online at
www.elvisroses.com or by calling 800-801-9855. About Speaking Roses
With a unique, patented embossing technology, Speaking Roses is
able to print customized messages, pictures and logos directly on
the petals without damaging the flower. This cutting edge
technology allows customers to create a personalized gift for any
occasion including personal gifts, weddings, funerals, and
corporate promotions. SRII has registered the patent in over 100
countries worldwide. Full-service floral shops are opening in the
United States and internationally through the sale of area
development rights, franchising opportunities and licensing
arrangements. Speaking Roses have been used at several high-profile
occasions, including presidential events, Hollywood awards shows,
celebrity birthdays and major sporting events. About Elvis Presley
Enterprises, Inc. Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE) 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 www.elvis.com. EPE is a subsidiary of CKX, Inc., a
publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ National Market System
(NMS) under the ticker symbol CKXE. About CKX, Inc. CKX, Inc.
(NASDAQ:CKXE), a company controlled by Robert F.X. Sillerman and
affiliates, is engaged in the ownership, development and commercial
utilization of entertainment content. To date, the Company has
focused on acquiring globally recognized entertainment content and
related assets, including the rights to the name, image and
likeness of Elvis Presley; the operations of Graceland; the rights
to the name, image and likeness of Muhammad Ali; and proprietary
rights to the IDOLS television brand, including the American Idol
series in the United States and local adaptations of the IDOLS
television show format which, collectively, air in over 100
countries around the world. CKX plans to continue to make strategic
acquisitions of, or partner or align with, companies or individuals
that control various forms of established entertainment content,
which may include intellectual property rights in music, film,
television programming, written works and characters, rights to
names, images and likenesses, video games, corporate brands and
other related assets. For more information about CKX, Inc., visit
its corporate website at www.ckx.com. (C) EPE, Reg. U.S. Pat. &
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