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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.

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