Podcast appearances and mentions of crystal blue persuasion

BILLBOARD, Platinum Selling Artist, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. AftFollow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2024 Building Abundant Success!!2024 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Want to know what '60s megastar Tommy James is doing today? Can you name Tommy James and the Shondells biggest hit? Would you like to know Tommy's life story? Tune in here because few stars had a better run on the pop charts in the '60s than Tommy James. As the leader of his group the Shondells, Tommy had a way with upbeat pop tunes that packied a solid rock & roll punch. The creator of songs like "Hanky Panky," "I Think We're Alone Now," "It's Only Love," and "Mony Mony" - the soundtrack to a generation. As the decade changed so did Tommy writing and recording hits like "Crimson and Clover" and "Crystal Blue Persuasion." As a solo artist in the early '70s, Tommy adopted a more mature and soulful (but still radio-friendly) style with "Draggin' the Line" and "I'm Comin' Home." and he's still doing it today - embracing contemporary pop styles, with electronic instruments and elements of dance-pop and hip-hop. Tommy's journey began in Niles, Michigan, where he formed his first band, The Echoes, at the age of 12. His early passion for music set the stage for his future success. The Shondells, initially formed as The Tornadoes, evolved with his vision, and their innovative fusion of rock, pop, and psychedelia set them apart. Following the success of "Hanky Panky," Tommy James and the Shondells produced a series of chart-toppers. Then, as a solo artist he did it again. Tommy's autobiography, "Me, the Mob, and the Music," revealed his tumultuous relationship with Morris Levy of Roulette Records, adding depth to his legacy and offering a glimpse into the darker side of the music industry. Tommy James was a pioneer in studio experimentation, using cutting-edge effects to create unique sounds that influenced future generations of musicians. His music captured the spirit of the '60s. With over 100 million records sold worldwide, Tommy James' enduring legacy is a testament to his impact on rock and pop music history. His ongoing contributions to music and his influence on artists like Billy Idol, who famously covered "Mony Mony," underscore his lasting impact. From his early days in Michigan to his rise as a music icon, Tommy James' story is one of resilience, creativity, and enduring appeal. I know you're going to love hearing Tommy tell his story. To learn more about him head for his website https://www.tommyjames.com/

Tommy James has sold over 100 million records, and his impressive string of hits continue to live on in movies, TV shows and commercials - "Hanky Panky," "Mony, Mony," "I Think We're Alone Now," "Crimson & Clover," "Crystal Blue Persuasion," and many more.  His excellent autobiography, "Me, the Mob and the Music" is one of the greatest music books ever written, and is in preproduction to be turned into a major Hollywood movie and Broadway musical.James was our very first guest on Icon Fetch back in April of 2010.  In our new conversation, he gives us updates on the movie, book and musical.  Plus, he talks about unearthing his very first recording, "Long Pony Tail," that even predates "Hanky Panky" by two years.  He also discusses recently recording songs by the Beatles and Supremes.He also discusses his weekly radio show, "Gettin' Together with Tommy James" on Sirius/XM.Tommy James is currently on the road - tour dates and more information can be found at tommyjames.com 

Tommy James has the songs and the stats to claim the title of Superstar. Starting with Hanky Panky in 1966, the hits rolled out - I Think We're Alone Now, Gettin' Together, Mony Mony, Crimson and Clover, Crystal Blue Persuasion and Draggin' the Line to name only a few. Then there were the successful cover versions by Billy Idol, Tiffany and Joan Jett.  And the stats - 23 Gold Records, 9 Platinum Albums, over 100 Million Records Sold Worldwide and 32 Billboard Hot 100 Chart Hits!  The Tommy James story is amazing. Signing with a mob run record label provided an interesting start, knocking back Woodstock and rejecting songs from George Harrison adds to this incredible tale.  Plus in this episode Brian unveils the newest Uncanny X Men song It's a Shame. It's not and it isn't new either, but a reworking of a track from 1982's SaliveOne.  All thanks to Murcotts Driving Excellence. The team at Murcotts Driving Excellence are happy to chat about the right program to suit your needs and that of the people you care about. Give them a call. What is the number Brian? 1300 555 576 or visit murcotts.edu.au Murcotts has been helping drivers to think smarter, stay out of trouble and get home safely since 1969See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crimson & Clover, Crystal Blue Persuasion, Mony Mony, I Think We're Alone Now, Hanky Panky & Sweet Cherry Wine - these are just a few of the hits written by legendary artist Tommy James, who is this week's guest on the podcast!! Tommy is a renowned musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, widely known as frontman of the 1960s rock band Tommy James and the Shondells - who is now entering his 51st year in the music industry, actively touring, hosting his radio program GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES, & licensing his music which is featured in over 65 films, 53 tv shows and numerous commercials. Jay Jay gets into why he loves Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography 'ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC,' which is listed on Rolling Stone's Top 25 Memoirs, and is now in pre-production to be turned into a film. Tommy shares some amazing stories of his relationship with Roulette Records & Morris Levy (who he found to be the most interesting person he's ever met), & how he learned the business of radio and music in New York during the 60's. "It's a small world, so treat people well because you meet the same people on the way up as you will on the way down." This is the advice that Jay Jay will never forget Tommy giving him, as they were sharing a bill at a club in Baldwin, Long Island back in the 80s - tune in to hear the full story, and don't miss their conversation, only on The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music! Edited & Produced by Matthew Mallinger

BILLBOARD, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. AftFollow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2024 Building Abundant Success!!2024 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Following the tragic passing of actor Mark Margolis (Tio Salamanca), Vic & Manny discuss the 2 shows that might be most instrumental to the creation of Vibe Talkin: Better Call Saul & Breaking Bad. Will they share any secrets left previously unheard? You'll have to listen to this mini episode to find out!Follow Vibe TalkinIG: instagram.com/vibetalkinThreads: https://www.threads.net/@vibetalkinTwitter: twitter.com/vibetalkinTikTok: @goodvibecinemaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJIrLJPap8jyywZShlvGa5AHosts: Vic Terry, Manny Velazquezcontact: vibetalkin@gmail.comMusic: "Better Call Saul Theme" by Little Barrie; "Smoking Jesse's Pot" by Dave Porter; "The Peanut Vendor" by Alvin 'Red' Tyler; "Mango Walk" by The In Crowd; "Zungguzungguzungguzeng (Instrumental)" by Yellowman; "Crystal Blue Persuasion" by Tommy James & The Shondells; "Breaking Bad - Main Credits Theme (Extended)" by Dave PorterPhotos: Michael D. Simpson2023 A Good Vibe Cinema Production

BILLBOARD, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. AftFollow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2023 Building Abundant Success!!2023 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Chelli Aphra and Luke Skywalker lock horns with a fabled Starweird in Doctor Aphra #34, as the fabled space-faring creature proves tough to conquer.Comics Discussed This Week:Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #34 (7:47)Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week:Bounty Hunters #33Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #30Ewoks One-ShotThe High Republic (Vol. 2) #8 (of 10)News: October solicits are due this week. We'll get details on Charles Soule's new four-issue The High Republic mini-series, as well as the latest info on the Dark Droids event.SDCC is this week. Lucasfilm's panel is on Friday.The final cover art for Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) by Ken Lashley and is done in the style of a movie poster. It's due out Aug. 16.Dark Horse will have a B&W Mike Mignola cover for Hyperspace Stories Annual #1 as an SDCC exclusive (1,500 copies) and available via Dark Horse Direct (500 copies). It costs $25.Over at AIPT Comics, there's a solid look at how Bounty Hunters advances disability representation.Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses:July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12), Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing)Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects #26-31); Thrawn (New Printing, Collects #1-6)Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1 (of 5), Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12)Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing), Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing)Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects #6-10)Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, #1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects #1-4); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue)Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12)Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4)Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5)Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6)Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects #29-34)Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects #31-36); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic NovelSept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8)Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5)
Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3)

Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8)Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5)
Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6)

Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Hyperspace Stories #10Oct. 31 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual '99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1)Nov. 1 _ Star Wars #40Nov. 7 _ Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels and The Empire TPB (Collects the Jabba's Palace, Ewoks, Lando, The Empire, The Rebellion and Max Rebo one-shots)Nov. 8 _ The High Republic (Vol. 3) #1, Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4)Nov. 14 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 8 (Collects Star Wars: Empire 5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron 1/2; Star Wars: A New Hope Special Edition 1-4; Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead 1; material from Star Wars Tales 1, 6, 8-10, 12, 14, 16, 19)Nov. 15 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind's Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21)Dec. 3 _ Yoda TPB (Collects Yoda #1-10)Dec. 5 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 7 (Collects Boba Fett - Bounty on Bar-Kooda 1, Boba Fett - When the Fat Lady Swings 2, Boba Fett - Murder Most Foul 3, Boba Fett - Agent of Doom 1, Jedi Academy - Leviathan 1-4, The Mixed-Up Droid 1, Union 1-4, Chewbacca 1-4 and material from Star Wars Tales 19); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. II TPB (Collects #5-8)Dec. 13 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 3) #12024Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects #1-4)Jan. 9 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 TPB (Collects #32-33, TBD)Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8)Jan. 17 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 3) #2Jan. 23 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R' Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24)June 11 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire #1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook #3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22).July 2 _ Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Golden Age of the Sith 0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Fall of the Sith Empire 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising 1-2, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Dark Lords of the Sith 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Sith War 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Redemption 1-5, material from Star Wars Tales 23 and Dark Horse Comics 7-9)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3523617/advertisement

"Look over yonder what do you see?The sun is a-risin' most definitelyA new day is comin', whoo-hoo people are changin'Ain't it beautiful, whoo-hooCrystal blue persuasion"Please join me for some terrific tunes and perhaps some Crystal Blue Persuasion on this weeks Red Eye Edition of Whole 'Nuther Thing. Joining us are Porcupine Tree, The Smiths, Paul Butterfield's Better Days, The MoodyBlues, Don McLean, The Who, Dr. John, Pink Floyd, Bob Dylan, Traffic, XTC, Emerson Lake & Palmer,George Harrison, The Association, Lemon Pipers, Beatles, Doors, Roy Orbison, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Three Dog Night, Rhinoceros, Traveling Wilbury's, Del Shannon and Tommy James & The Shondells...

BILLBOARD, Rolling Stone, SIRIUS/XM RADIO & 60s GOLDME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO.......... CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION, CRIMSON&CLOVER, MONY MONY, I THINK WE'RE ALONE NOW, HANKY PANKY, DRAGGIN' THE LINE, SWEET CHERRY WINE, MIRAGE and  THREE TIMES IN LOVE are just a few of the many hits....23 GOLD SINGLES, 9 PLATINUM ALBUMS and over 100 million records sold worldwide...FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD HITS....BMI lauded Tommy for his success with the presentation of a FIVE-MILLION-AIR AWARD for his songs being played more than 21 million times on air. Numerous artists around the world have covered and continue to cover Tommy's hits......BILLY IDOL, JOAN JETT, PRINCE, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CARLOS SANTANA, BILLY JOE ARMSTRONG, KELLY CLARKSON, CHER, DOLLY PARTON, TOM JONES and even THE BOSTON POPS. Tommy's music is featured in over 75 films, 55 tv shows and numerous commercials..The prestigious NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME inducted Tommy with the award presented to him by his friend Stevie Van Zandt.  Tommy's life-size hologram can be viewed at the New Jersey Hall of Fame exhibit at Newark Airport Terminal C in New Jersey.  Tommy's image is also displayed along with other celebrities at the many rest areas off the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey....he has been a resident of New Jersey for over 35 years. Tommy also received THE PITTSBURGH LEGEND AWARD, THE JUKEBOX ARTISTS OF THE YEAR AWARD and was recently inducted into THE LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINERS HALL OF FAME. Tommy's critically acclaimed autobiography ME, THE MOB AND THE MUSIC, listed on Rolling Stone's TOP 25 MUSIC MEMOIRS is now in pre-production for a film with producer Barbara DeFina whose credits include GOODFELLAS, CASINO, CAPE FEAR, AGE OF INNOCENCE, SILENCE and THE GRIFTERS....she also produced Michael Jackson's BAD video.....the screenplay by Matthew Stone whose credits include INTOLERABLE CRUELTY and BIG TROUBLE. Tommy is now enjoying more success with his own show on SIRIUS/XM RADIO -GETTIN' TOGETHER WITH TOMMY JAMES - channel 73 - 60s GOLD - Sundays 5-8pm est. After 10 years a new album was released entitled ALIVE with two tracks hitting the BILLBOARD AC CHART - and now, a new compilation album ROCK PARTY recently released. Now entering his 51st year in the music business, Tommy continues to tour the USA . Follow him on facebook, instagram and twitter © 2023 Building Abundant Success!!2023 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud  

GGACP celebrates the birthday (April 29) of rock 'n' roll legend Tommy James by revisiting this entertaining interview from 2017. In this episode, Tommy serenades Gilbert and Frank with some of his biggest hits ("I Think We're Alone Now," "Crystal Blue Persuasion") and discusses his turbulent, decades-long relationship with notorious music mogul/mob associate Morris Levy. Also, "Sgt. Pepper" changes the game, Gene Krupa hits hard times, Hubert Humphrey calls in a favor and Tommy reveals the strange origin of "Mony Mony." PLUS: Alan Freed! Vincent "The Chin" Gigante! "Hanky Panky" tops the charts! Tommy pens "Tighter, Tighter"! And Ed Sullivan presents "Tony Jones and the Spondells"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Tommy James, Legendary Rock and Roll Musician About Harvey's guest: Today's special guest, Tommy James, a legendary musician, singer-songwriter and producer who's brought us one of the longest string of non-stop hits in the history of pop and rock music, first as the lead singer and guitarist in the superstar group, Tommy James and the Shondells – and then, as a highly successful solo artist.   He's had 9 platinum albums, 32 Billboard Hot 100 Hits and 23 gold singles, including “Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “Crimson & Clover”, “Mony Mony”, “I Think We're Alone Now”, “Sweet Cherry Wine”, “Hanky Panky”, “Mirage”, “Three Times in Love” and “Draggin' the Line”.  His songs have been covered by everyone from Billy Idol, Tom Jones, Prince, and Bruce Springsteen to Dolly Parton, Kelly Clarkson and Cher.   His music has been featured in 65 feature films including “Moneyball”, “Austin Powers” and “Forest Gump”, as well as 53 television shows including “Boston Legal”, “Criminal Minds” – and who can ever forget the haunting sound of “Crystal Blue Persuasion” in the season 5 finale of “Breaking Bad”.    In 2010 he published his turbulent and eye-opening memoir entitled, “Me, The Mob and the Music: One Hell of a Ride with Tommy James and the Shondells”, which is listed as #12 in Rolling Stone Magazine's 25 greatest rock ‘n' roll memoirs of all time.   In 2019, he celebrated his 50th year in the music business by releasing his highly anticipated album entitled, “Alive”, with 2 tracks hitting the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.  And last year, he released a new compilation album entitled, “Rock Party”.  He's sold well over 100 million records worldwide, and he's received 5 BMI “Million-Air” awards, in recognition of his songs being played more than 22 million times on the air.  He's received the Pittsburgh Legend Award and The Jukebox Artist of the Year Award, and he's been inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame AND the Las Vegas Entertainers Hall of Fame.   And he's attracted a whole new generation of music lovers with his own show every Sunday night on the Sirius XM Radio 60s Gold channel. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ https://www.tommyjames.com/https://www.facebook.com/TJandtheShondellshttps://www.instagram.com/tommyjamesandtheshondells/https://www.twitter.com/TJSHONDELLShttps://www.youtube.com/user/TJShondellshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/01hRNr3yF5bYnPq4wZ88iI #tommyjames   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

"A girl I became friends with on a school trip in high school fell asleep on my shoulders on the ride back." "I'm still coasting on that memory."   Crimson and Clover and Crystal Blue Persuasion were on the same album. I was 11. It was one of my first and biggest music memories of "my" music...and perhaps it was the first record I wore out. Literally. Listening to Top 40 radio was a constant in the car. At home, the biggest memory and influence was my dad's 1962 Ray Charles' record, Modern Sounds of Country and Western Music. Side one 1. "Bye Bye Love" 2. "You Don't Know Me" 3. "Half as Much" 4. "I Love You So Much It Hurts" 5. "Just a Little Lovin' (Will Go a Long Way)" 6. "Born to Lose" Side two 1. "Worried Mind" 2. "It Makes No Difference Now" 3. "You Win Again" 4. "Careless Love" 5. "I Can't Stop Loving You" 6. "Hey, Good Lookin'"     My early music experiences consisted of great rhythm and harmonies. My sister loved The Lettermen and later on, The Carpenters. For me, Ray Charles was hard to beat. For a little kid, not yet a teenager, I was falling in love with music. The albums were played on a piece of furniture. Homes with music had stereo consoles. Junior high brought on a new music-related interest, hi-fi stereo gear. That fueled even deeper and broader interest in records. Tons of music memories have provided a good coasting surface for my life. Watching the documentary about Ben Fong-Torres, famous music editor for Rolling Stone magazine brought back lots of memories of the 1970s and the music that once dominated my life. But music is just part of the memories I coast on. Words increasingly mattered, and not just the song lyrics. I devoured Ben Fong-Torres' writing. And Hunter S. Thompson. And Cameron Crowe. Their writing wasn't like anything familiar to me. Ben wrote about music and musicians. Hunter, well, he wrote about lots of stuff. Popular culture. Politics. I didn't care that much about the topics, but I enjoyed how Hunter wrote. Crowe, like Ben, he was writing about musicians. I read their stuff regularly adding a new coasting surface for memories - words. Music. Technology. Words. The convergence of these 3 things happened in the 1970s. The song remains the same. Memories reflected my future. And my present. Memories don't determine the present or the future, but they influence it. Our memories are part of us. What has happened to us helps define us. The guy coasting on the memory of the girl who fell asleep on his shoulder indicates how something so small can linger for so long...and even fuel us along the way. It's not about coasting in the sense that we don't do anything. Not putting any effort into anything. I don't know what memories you may leverage for coasting, but it did make me think of what memories might be fueling me. I began the conversation with memories of music because music has accompanied every era of my life so far. I don't suspect it's going to stop until my life stops. But I'm not coasting on it. Any of it. It's not a driving force so much as a soundtrack, a key but minor player in the grand scheme of things. I started thinking of the memory this guy shared and wondering if I had any such memories. I'm not at a loss for pivotal memories, but I'm not sure I've got any single memory that fuels me like that. One of my first thoughts was about family and faith. And not separately, but how connected they are for me. I've long thought that I hit the lottery when it came to being born into a Christian home where I was taught the Bible and where I learned about God. And myself. From grandparents to parents to old men and old women, I was fortunate enough to have great teachers. I didn't have to go searching for God or the truth. It was handed to me on a platter. I only had to read, listen, learn and figure out on my own whether I'd embrace it or not. It wasn't about indoctrination as much as it was about exp...

We are going back to the era of Peace and Love...1968. The artist is Tommy James and The Shondells and the song is Crystal Blue Persuasion. This is a pretty well known song but if you are like me, you may not know the background or the meaning of the song. Take a listen today and see what you think. The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show

A21_2022-04-26_64k.mp3 A21_2022-04-26_16k.mp3 Tonight I talked about the origin of the song Crystal Blue Persuasion, then Biblical mention of end time events besides those on Danial and Revelation.

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Big daddy blues radio the time of season The Zomies What ever get you through the night ya ya John Lennon No Reason to say Joanne shaw Taylor If that don't tell The James Hunter Six long me a dime Boz Scaggs Big head Todd& the Monsters Bittersweeet in my in my hart Barara& the BROWN CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION TOMMY JAMES & SHONDELLS

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CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION

Crystal Blue Persuasion

Guy & Crystal talk about the re-christening of "The Boasthouse."

Tommy James joins Nancy to discuss his journey with Tommy James and The Shondells and beyond including early Pittsburgh success with “Hanky Panky,” gold singles and platinum albums, hits like “Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “Crimson & Clover,” “Mony Mony,” and “Sweet Cherry Wine,” his autobiography Me, The Mob, and The Music and an upcoming biopic of the same name that chronicles his extraordinary story (1:30). Plus, Nancy talks with Hollywood historian and author Laurie Jacobson about television memories, favorite programs and child stars from the 50s, 60s and 70s, and her new book TV Dinners: 40 Kid Stars Dish Up Favorite Recipes with a Side of Memories (32:00). Like and follow Entertaining Insights on Facebook. Check out more Tommy James music including his latest album Alive. See more books by Laurie Jacobson. Find out more about segment sponsor the Finding Brave podcast (1:11, 31:46). Visit Nancy’s website.

“Crystal Blue-Haired Persuasion” (Season 30, Episode 23) In an unprecedented first, the guys take a look at the most recent (later years-iest?) episode of the Simpsons they possibly can with this season’s finale. They also continue to hype up a special anniversary that’s around the bend… Hosted by Patrick Brennan and Craig Mazerolle Research by Craig Mazerolle Produced by Patrick Brennan Logo by Stephen Belyea Featuring audio clips from The Simpsons episode “Crystal Blue-Haired Persuasion” and the song “Crystal Blue Persuasion” by Tommy James & The Shondells. Theme – “Children’s TV 2” by Dorian Kelly

Alan and Al pontificate and ponder over the many rockin' radio hits (from 1968-1973) that a still-united Monkees coulda (and maybe shoulda) recorded! Imagine Micky singing "Mama Told Me Not to Come!" Davy performing "Alone Again, Naturally" Peter singing "Spirit in the Sky!" Mike belting out "Crystal Blue Persuasion?" We make influential arguments for each of our many choices! What are some of your picks? Do they match ours? What would you change? Which songs would you add? BONUS-We discuss the fabulous album, INSTANT REPLAY! It's 50 years old now, and Alan and Al discuss what the LP (and 8-track) meant to them, its highs and lows, and so much more! THEN-Part one of a very special interview with "the Monkees girl," Valerie Kairys Venet! You know her not only as "Toby," from the famed "Monkees à la Mode" episode but didja know she appeared in almost every other MONKEES show, too? She was a background dancer, partier, crowd observer, girlfriend, and so much more (including--Davy's stand-in?!) throughout the series! Hear her tell about how she came to the show, her memories and impressions (then and now) of the guys, the producers, and so much more! NEXT-We announce the winner of our latest colossal contest! Did you win the latest over-flowing treasure chest of Monkees merch and rarities? Listen to find out! AND-Hear not one, but two riotous re-mixes! Al unleashes his re-mix of the 1966 "TV version" of "Valleri" (of course), as well as a new terrific take of "Gonna Buy Me a Dog," like you ain't never heard before! PLUS-Laughter! Music! Memories! More! Much more here: https://tpchcmonkeescast.blogspot.com/2019/03/episode-23-valerie-kairys-venet.html

in this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to talk about the history behind last week's song and band, in this episode, I talk about how the Band Tommy James and the Shondells was formed and their absolutely crazy back story and the story behind this week's song Crystal Blue Persuasion and what happened during the making of the song. I also wanted to thank everyone that wished me a happy bday a couple of days ago and thank everyone who came out and supported me for my show yesterday. that was so awesome of you! here's the link to this week and last week's song and artist just in case you wanted to hear it again:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dn5Pbug5nRwYou can also follow me on Instagram right here:https://www.instagram.com/iheartoldies/?hl=enYou can also check out more of my original music right here:http://www.samwilliamsmusic.netIf you liked the information I talked about on this week's artist and you found out some really cool facts about them that you didn't already know about them, you can email me at samltwilli@icloud.com and I'll for sure let you know when I will have another interview lined up before the year is over.

Episode: 144: The team gets together to discuss Man City's domination of Chelsea, the relegation woes up for grabs, Arsenal again and again and again then we're joined by our very own debutante, Eric Italiano, who's been running our Twitter in 2018.

Rock-and-roll legend Tommy James has been the leader of Tommy James and the Shondells since the 1960s and is the voice behind timeless hits like "I Think We're Alone Now," "Mony Mony," "Crimson and Clover," "Crystal Blue Persuasion" and a whole bunch more. I talk to Tommy about his long career and his terrific book "Me, the Mob and the Music" in a conversation recorded in Tommy's kitchen in his New Jersey home.

“Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “I Think We're Alone Now”, “Hanky Panky”, “Crimson and Clover” – 23 gold records and 9 platinum albums for Tommy James and the Shondells. Tommy's with us on this week's show talking about his live album recorded at the Bitter End in New York City and his book, Me, the Mob, and the Music which is Tommy's story of Morris Levy, known as the Godfather of the music business. The book is part rock and roll fairytale, part valentine to a bygone era, and part mob story that reads like a music industry version of Goodfellas.

Rock 'n' roll legend Tommy James serenades Gilbert and Frank with some of his biggest hits ("I Think We're Alone Now," "Crystal Blue Persuasion") and discusses his troubled, decades-long relationship with notorious music mogul/mob associate Morris Levy. Also, "Sgt. Pepper" changes the game, Gene Krupa hits hard times, Hubert Humphrey calls in a favor and Tommy reveals the strange origin of "Mony Mony." PLUS: Alan Freed! Vincent "The Chin" Gigante! "Hanky Panky" tops the charts! Tommy pens "Tighter, Tighter"! And Ed Sullivan presents "Tony Jones and the Spondells"! Photos: Charles Eshelman www.charleseshelman.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revelation 22:12 King James Version And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. ★⋰⋱★Click to listen to complete podcast library★⋰⋱★ www.postfromtheprodigalson.com

Revelation 22:12 King James Version And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.

Tommy James of the Shondells was our very first interview on Icon Fetch. Now, 209 shows later, he returns with an extensive talk about the stories behind some of his biggest hits: The unbelievable tale of his rise to fame with “Hanky Panky,” the party classic “Mony Mony,” the bubblegum confection of “I Think We’re Alone Now,” the psychedelic “Crimson & Clover,” the anti-war “Sweet Cherry Wine,” and the heavenly “Crystal Blue Persuasion.” He also updates on his book Me the Mob and the Music and how it’s going to be turned into a major motion picture.

Guest Matt Trebacz. Define One Wipe Charlie, Joker Shot Batman, Im Going to Freeze Your Labia and Crystal Blue Persuasion

Guest Matt Trebacz. Define One Wipe Charlie, Joker Shot Batman, Im Going to Freeze Your Labia and Crystal Blue Persuasion

Does anybody really know what time it is? Drat Daylight Savings—or bless this conundrum? Who can say. The Poet can say, says Ralph Waldo Emerson. Emerson waxes forth in Crystal Blue Persuasion, in purple prose effusions, on a new day … Continue reading → The post DAYLIGHT SAVINGS AND SPENDING: FALLING BACK, FALLING FOR FALL, FALL GUYS, AND OTHER WAYS TO MAKE THE MORNING LAST first appeared on Dr. Barbara Mossberg » Poetry Slowdown.

Episode #108 of On Screen & Beyond - Music icon Tommy James joins us this week! He has given us such hits as "Crimson & Clover", "Mony, Mony", "Hanky Panky", "Crystal Blue Persuasion", "Sweet Cherry Wine", "Mirage" and many more! We talk about the hits, the heartache and how he came up with one of the titles of one of his biggest songs! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/on-screen-and-beyond/message